Royal Hot Tubs

Royal Hot Tubs: wood-fired hot tubs made in the UK

Royal Hot Tubs is a British manufacturer and direct seller of wood-fired hot tubs, outdoor saunas and related outdoor leisure products. The company presents itself as a UK manufacturer and states that its tubs are built in the UK, with nationwide delivery across the country. Its catalogue is organised around hot tubs, saunas and other products such as camping pods, and it also offers ice tubs and hot tub rentals.

The business positions its wood-fired tubs as a year-round option, heated by an integrated outdoor wood stove rather than an electrical connection. According to the product information, the integrated external heater can bring the water up to temperature in about two hours and works without an electrical supply.

Hot tubs: Ofuro, square, wooden and Deluxe models

The hot tub range includes Ofuro, square and wooden tubs, grouped under categories such as Deluxe Tubs, Square Tubs, Ofuro Tubs and Wooden Tubs. Two models are highlighted as bestsellers:

• Wood Fired Hot Tub – Deluxe Premium: described as fitting up to 10 adults, with a shaped liner for comfort and resistance to water, heat and sun. The site listed it at a reduced price from £5,500 (previously £6,550), with shipping in 1–3 days and stock available.
• Wood Fired Hot Tub – Ofuro Premium: designed for up to 2 adults, with the same shaped liner and resistance characteristics. It was listed from £4,250 (previously £5,200), also with 1–3 day shipping and in stock.

A newer model, the Deluxe Premium PLUS, has been added to the range. The company describes it as an evolution of its best-selling design with faster heating, deeper ergonomic seating and comfort for the whole family.

Construction and features

The product descriptions detail several technical characteristics shared across the range. The tubs use an acrylic liner designed for comfort and support, an integrated external heater, and exterior cladding available in Wood Plastic Composite (in two colour options) or Thermowood with wood treatment. Lighting and hydromassage vary by model: some configurations include LED underwater lighting and 12 air bubble jets, while others add eight hydro massage jets with integrated LED lights.

Saunas and other outdoor products

Beyond hot tubs, Royal Hot Tubs sells outdoor saunas in three formats: Barrel, Square and Iglu. The catalogue also includes ice tubs, camping pods and accessories. The company markets its hot tubs to glamping and hospitality venues as a way to add a luxury feature, highlighting low running costs, quick heating from cold and easy maintenance as benefits for landlords.

Buying process, delivery and finance

Each tub is built to order, so lead times depend on the model, the chosen options and the production schedule. Once an order is placed, the company sends delivery instructions and an expected delivery date by email. Payment can be made by credit or debit card or bank transfer, and finance is available through Ideal4Finance. The site also states that nationwide UK delivery is offered.

Showroom and customer feedback

The company operates a showroom by appointment only at Ash Tree Farm, Stoke Albany Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire. At the time of writing, the site displayed a rating of 4.7 from 153 reviews. It also publishes customer testimonials attributed to Google Reviews and to verified customers, covering topics such as delivery speed, installation, after-sales service and product quality.