Few things are more relaxing than kicking back and chilling out in your own private hot tub. The lockdown inspired a hot tub frenzy with over 80% of current hot tub owners having purchased one since 2020.
There’s no doubt that hot tubs are one of the best items for turning your garden into a relaxing outdoor haven. They’re perfect for boosting health and spending time in the tub has been shown to help reduce stress, soothe aching muscles, lower blood pressure and improve heart health.
If you’re the lucky owner of a hot tub, or considering adding one to your garden, you can further improve your tub with a fitted hot tub spa surround. Designed to provide extra seating, somewhere to put your book or drink and often including steps to the tub too, a surround is a great way to elevate the luxury level of your hot tub.
Keep reading to discover the best hot tub surrounds on the market.
Our TOP Hot Tub Surround Picks
The Best Hot Tub Surrounds to Buy
From inexpensive, inflatable spa surrounds to luxurious hardwood and rattan options, check out our pick of the best hot tub surrounds to enhance your outdoor space.
- vidaXL Solid Acacia Wood Spa Surround
- Merax Rattan Hot Tub Surround
- vidaXL Square Spa Surround
- Dakota Fields Cavandale Spa Surround
- Lay-Z-Spa Inflatable Hot Tub Surround
- Wooden Gazebo Hot Tub Bar Surround
- CleverSpa Hot Tub Pop Up Surround
vidaXL Solid Acacia Wood Spa Surround
Key Features:
- Dimensions: 2.89L x 1.24W x 0.56H (metres)
- Colour: Black and wood
- Material: Alloy steel, poly rattan and acacia
- Assembly required: Yes
- Semi-circular shape to fit most round hot tubs
- Integral seating and table
This great-looking, semi-circular hot tub surround is a flexible option for most sized round hot tubs. It includes a handy table, seat and steps (which can also be used as seating) and it’s constructed from sturdy alloy steel and attractive acacia wood.
The hot tub surround features a cushioned sofa and useful storage area and the table is the perfect place for drinks, snacks and towels. It’s an attractive modern design that will improve the looks of your hot tub whilst providing handy storage.
Pros
- Will fit most round hot tubs
- Good value
- Made from quality materials
Cons
- Confusing instruction manual
- Can be tricky to put together
Merax Rattan Hot Tub Surround
Key Features:
- Dimensions: External diameter 2.83m, internal diameter 2.03m, height 55cm
- Colour: Grey and wood
- Material: Alloy steel, poly rattan, PVC and eucalyptus
- Assembly required: Yes
- Integral cupboard storage
- Power pack cutout slot
This attractive and spacious hot tub surround is made from sturdy, poly rattan-covered alloy steel. It features a large slatted wooden step area, cushioned seating, a designated power pack space and plenty of integral storage.
The eucalyptus slats ensure that the step remains cool, even on the hottest summer days and the slatted area doubles up as extra seating too.
Because the frame is powder coated and the rattan is plastic, you can leave the surround outside all year round.
Pros
- Lots of storage space
- Great value
- Made from quality materials
Cons
- Can be tricky to put together
vidaXL Square Spa Surround
Key Features:
- Dimensions: Outer 2.68 x 2.68m, inner 1.88 x 1.88cm, 55cm high
- Colour: Black or grey and wood
- Material: Alloy steel, poly rattan and acacia
- Assembly required: Yes
- Power pack cutout slot
Add a luxurious look to your square hot tub with this handy square spa surround.
The spacious design features plenty of storage space, a cutout section for the power pack and practical acacia wood steps which double up as bench seating.
Water-resistant poly rattan is easy to clean and it’s sturdy enough to leave outside all year round, so you won’t have to struggle to find a storage space that’s big enough for the surround.
As far as hot tub surround kits go, this one offers good value for money and although it can be tricky to assemble, once done, it’s a great piece of garden furniture.
Pros
- Plenty of storage space
- Made from quality materials
Cons
- Instructions aren’t clear
- Self-adhesive letters that identify the parts of the surround come off easily, making construction tricky
Dakota Fields Cavandale Spa Surround
Key Features:
- Dimensions: Outer diameter 2.73m, inner diameter 2.03m x 53cm high
- Colour: Black and wood
- Material: Aluminium and acacia
- Assembly required: Yes
- Weather resistant
If you’re looking for a sturdy and beautiful surround for your hot tub, the Cavendale spa surround from Dakota Fields is an excellent option. Made from powder-coated aluminium and attractive acacia wood, this hot tub wooden surround will give your garden a tropical feel.
With its wooden slats, this surround is easy to keep clean. It’s a great option if you aren’t a fan of plastic and it’s tough enough to leave outside in all weather.
Pros
- Great looks
- Plastic-free
- Made from quality materials
Cons
- Expensive
Lay-Z-Spa Inflatable Hot Tub Surround
Key Features:
- Dimensions: 2m x 40cm x 40cm
- Colour: Grey
- Material: TriTech plastic
- Assembly required: Needs inflating
- Lightweight
- Suitable for round hot tubs
Perfect for extra seating and with plenty of space to place towels and snacks, the Lay-Z-Spa plastic hot tub surround is quick and easy to inflate and can be done using your spa pump.
Although not as sturdy as a permanent wooden or poly rattan spa surround, this blow up hot tub surround is much, much cheaper. It’s easy to move around as needed, even when inflated, and it can be deflated and easily stored inside over the winter. Plastic hot tub surrounds have their advantages; they can be easily wiped over when needed, are lightweight and easy to move and you don’t need to worry about rotting or warping.
Pros
- No assembly required, just blow up
- Inexpensive
- Easy to store
Cons
- Not as sturdy as other models
Wooden Gazebo Hot Tub Bar Surround
Key Features:
- Dimensions: 2.49 x 2.2 x 2.2m
- Material: Pressure-treated wood
- Assembly required: Yes
- Can be used with most shapes and sizes of hot tub
Although it’s not a custom-designed jacuzzi surround, this good-sized, wooden gazebo makes the perfect sheltered bar area for round or square hot tubs. The shelf around the inside of the gazebo is ideal for storing drinks and snacks and having them to hand whilst you sit back and let your worries bubble away.
Made from pressure-treated, FSC-certified wood, this wooden gazebo will create an attractive focal point in your garden.
It will need to be assembled so have a friend to hand, especially for the roof section.
Pros
- Excellent for shade and shelter
- Attractive and sustainable
- Good quality
Cons
- Can be a little tricky to assemble
- Expensive
CleverSpa Hot Tub Spa Pop Up Canopy Cover
Key Features:
- Dimensions: 330 x 286 x 330cm
- Colour: Grey
- Material: Poly rattan
- Assembly required: Yes
- Waterproof
- Mesh window
If your hot tub isn’t located under a gazebo or covered area, a pop-up spa cover with a roof is a great idea. It’ll mean you can use your hot tub in rainy weather, you’ll be protected from the sun and insects, and you won’t need to use a separate hot tub cover which can be tricky to put on and take off.
This canopy cover can be used with hot tubs up to 208cm in diameter and it features mesh roof vents for ventilation, handy integral storage pockets and screw-in pegs, not forgetting battery-powered globe lights for a party vibe!
Great for providing privacy, the cover will also help to retain the heat in the hot tub when zipped shut.
Pros
- Protection from sun and rain
- Inexpensive
- Useful integral storage pockets
Cons
- Will need to purchase a separate drink/snack holder
How to buy the best hot tub surround for your garden
There are a few different hot tub surrounds to choose from so before you buy, consider the following:
Material
Hot tub surrounds come in a range of different materials including synthetic wicker (poly rattan), wood and plastic.
Because a hot tub surround will come into regular contact with water, it’s important to make sure that any metal elements are powder-coated or rust-proof and that any wood is suitably treated to prevent rotting, warping and splitting.
Shape and size
You’ll need to check the dimensions of your hot tub before purchasing a surround. All of the surrounds that we’ve featured in this article are suitable for inflatable hot tubs. If you’ve got a rigid, square hot tub, you can still use a surround but may need to purchase a larger size.
Also, bear in mind the space you have available around your hot tub. Inflatable and pop-up spa surrounds are great options as they can be quickly taken down and stored away with an inflatable hot tub when not in use. If you opt for a more permanent hot tub surround, you might want to partly disassemble it for storage.
Privacy
If you’re overlooked, then it’s worth purchasing a hot tub surround that has a roof, a pop-up tent or a gazebo.
FAQs
What is the best decking hot tub surround?
If your hot tub is on decking or a patio, you’ll be able to use all the featured hot tub surrounds in this article. We recommend sturdy surrounds made from lightweight, weather-proof material.
Can you build around a Lay-Z-Spa?
Yes, you can! If you want a more permanent surround for your spa, you can construct a timber or brick surround that features everything you need including steps, seating, storage and plenty of space for drinks, snacks and towels.
Conclusion
If you’re looking for an attractive and practical surround for your hot tub, you’ll be able to choose from a range of styles to suit your budget and space. A hot tub is a great addition to your outdoor area and a surround will add the perfect finishing touch to your outdoor spa sanctuary.
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