Hot Tubs for Holiday Lets: Boost Bookings With a Luxury Upgrade

If you’re an accommodation host, you need to be considering hot tubs for your holiday lets. Whether it’s a cottage, lodge, caravan, or glamping pod, hot tubs not only make your holiday let stand out in advertising listings, they also boost your profits – and in a big way.

According to Hoseasons, one of the UK’s leading holiday providers, hot tub breaks are experiencing significant growth through travel agents. In March 2025, the company reported a 22% year-on-year increase in agent sales of hot tub holidays, which they attributed to couples seeking short breaks.

This is supported by Sykes Cottages, who represent over 20,000 holiday homes and report that hot tubs have become one of the most popular property features searched for on their website.

There’s also so many options for customers nowadays when it comes to booking a holiday let, so they need to be excited by your offering. In this blog we’ll be discussing how a hot tub makes your business more profitable and also the ease of installation.

Benefits of Hot Tubs for Holiday Lets

Adding a hot tub to your holiday let brings lots of benefits, from being able to charge guests more money per night, to making your accommodation more appealing all year round. We’re discussing other benefits below.

More bookings

Guests are more likely to book a holiday if it has a hot tub. By looking at the research from The Sykes Staycation Index 2025, hot tubs are one of the most popular filters on their website showing that this is something people are actively prioritising when looking for somewhere to stay.

Furthermore, lots of people are booking a holiday in the UK as a way to relax and escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. Adding a hot tub to your accommodation is a great way to ensure guests have a relaxing and comforting stay.

In general, glamping (lodges, yurts, pods) is on the up, with an increase of 16% in 2024. You can take advantage of this trend and enjoy more bookings, whilst making your listing stand out.

Commands a higher price

By adding a hot tub to your holiday let, you can charge guests more money per night which is great news for your bank balance! According to The Sykes Staycation Index 2025, properties with hot tubs, on average, can earn 54% more than those without hot tubs.

You’re adding a touch of luxury to your accommodation and that comes with a higher price tag. Guests are willing to pay extra as they know they’re getting something extra in return which makes their stay feel even more enjoyable.

Wood fired hot tubs add a real sense of luxury as they feel more unique and rustic. They also add to the all-year round appeal, making guests feel cosier during the colder, winter months. Furthermore, wood fired hot tubs require no electricity and can be used off-grid, making them a perfect fit for remote holiday lets.

You can explore our range of wood burning hot tubs available in a range of sizes, here.

Make your accommodation stand out

There are so many holiday lets available for guests nowadays, regardless of whether they’re searching on Airbnb, Sykes Cottages, Hoseasons, or any other holiday provider.

This means your holiday let needs to stand out as guests are seeking an experience they can’t get at home. As we’ve mentioned, lots of guests want to escape the stress of daily life and relax, which is why travelers are looking for a hot tub.

Furthermore, by carefully placing your hot tub in a good location (perhaps where you have a nice view or a garden), you can take even better photos. By uploading these to your holiday listing, you immediately capture the attention of people scrolling as guests want to stay somewhere that looks and feels special.

All-year appeal

By adding a hot tub to your holiday let, you make your accommodation more appealing all year round. This is particularly useful during the colder, winter months when guests want to feel cosy and snug by getting into the hot tub.

Rather than just having the accommodation itself, guests can make more of an experience out of their stay by relaxing in the hot tub and enjoying more of the surroundings. Particularly with the darker nights, this creates a more cosy feel.

Data from Google Trends, which measures search volume and interest over time, also shows an uphill spike in December for the search terms ‘lodge with hot tub’ and ‘log cabin with hot tub’ which highlights that there is search demand during these months.

Upsell a hot tub ‘party package’

Party packages are very popular with people looking for a holiday getaway. From birthdays to anniversaries, and milestone celebrations, guests seek experiences that offer both accommodation and entertainment in one package.

By adding a hot tub to your holiday let, you can offer a party package complete with drinks, food options, robes, and slippers, making guests feel even more special.

This can be a great ‘add on’ to your holiday listing and appeals to couples, families, and friendship groups, giving your holiday let something different that others might not be offering.

At Better Living Outdoors, we have a range of hot tub options regardless of party size. From 3 seater to 7 seater, we cater for any sized group ensuring all guests have a great stay.

Enjoy the outdoors

While traditional outdoor activities might be limited in the colder months, a hot tub encourages guests to spend more time outside regardless of the season.

To maximise this outdoor appeal, consider creating an alfresco experience around your hot tub. For example adding a BBQ area gives guests the opportunity to cook and dine outdoors. A dedicated BBQ hut takes this a step further, providing shelter from the elements while maintaining that authentic outdoor cooking experience.

This combination of a hot tub and outdoor dining gives guests a reason to spend more time outside whatever the weather.

Increase Bookings With A Hot Tub In Your Holiday Let

There are lots of ways you can increase bookings by adding a hot tub to your holiday let, one of which we’ve mentioned above.

Below we’re exploring some top tips to make your hot tub really stand out, ensuring more people click on your listing and book.

• Make it the hero of your listing – By featuring the hot tub in your first few images, you’re immediately grabbing people’s attention. You should also take photos in different lights such as sunset and sunrise to make it more visually appealing. Also include lifestyle photos of people enjoying the hot tub to help potential guests imagine their own experience.
• Optimise your listing title and description with hot tub keywords by including phrases such as “luxury hot tub” and “private hot tub to capture traffic. Also make sure you write detailed descriptions that highlight unique features such as forest views from the tub or romantic settings.
• Create themed packages around your hot tub such as “Winter Wellness Retreat” or “Family Fun Package” to create more of an experience. Market these packages during peak search periods and holidays to maximise bookings.

Hot Tubs for Holiday Lets: Boost Bookings With a Luxury Upgrade

If you’re thinking about installing a hot tub in your holiday let, there are lots of advantages from boosting your profits to enjoying bookings all year round.

There’s also so many different types of hot tubs available from 3 seater to 7 seater, and acrylic hot tubs to wood fire, helping you create the right vibe in your holiday let.

They’re also easy to install too, as our team at Better Living Outdoors will deliver, position and show you how to use your spa – meaning you can enjoy it without the hassle.

Find your perfect spa here and start enjoying more guests, more bookings, and better customer experiences.