A hot tub can make a holiday let more attractive and help it stand out on booking sites, but buying one is a big commitment. Hiring for a season, or for peak months, lets owners see whether it adds bookings or rates before investing. Venues use short-term hire for weddings, retreats and events, where a tub is wanted for a weekend or a few weeks rather than all year.
Commercial use is very different from a private garden hire. The HSE treats hot tubs provided for guests as commercial spa pools, and its guidance HSG282 expects a risk assessment, twice-daily water testing, a water change between each group of guests and records kept. The owner or operator stays responsible, and should not rely on guests to manage the water. We discuss these duties before setting up a commercial hire so the arrangement is workable.
What is included
- Site check of base, power, access and drainage
- Tub supplied for an agreed season or period
- Set-up, filling, treatment and heating
- Guidance on HSG282 duties for testing and records
- Changeover water drain, clean and refill by arrangement
- Supply of chemicals, test kits and filters by arrangement
- Collection at the end of the hire period
Who it is for
- Holiday cottage and lodge owners testing demand
- Owners covering a peak season without buying
- Glamping sites and small holiday parks
- Wedding and event venues needing a tub for a booking
- Retreats and group accommodation
How much does it cost?
Commercial hires are priced individually by the week or season, as cost depends on the tub, the length of hire and how many water changeovers and checks are included. See our full cost guide.
