What better way to unwind and relax after a long day than in your own private hot tub? Hot tubs are the optimal choice when wanting to escape, have a romantic evening, or tend to muscular aches. Whether you want to display your hot tub to encapsulate gorgeous views of the landscape or to tuck your tub away to create a private retreat, there are many options when it comes to hot tubs. 

Garden tubs

From minimalist gardens to lavish overgrown hideaways, you can find your own oasis in a garden inspired hot tub. Planting numerous amounts of your favorite ferns, shrubs, and accent stones will help achieve this look. Tall plants can help create a wall to allow more privacy if you desire. A garden inspired look for your hot tub space works well for both built in and free standing hot tubs.

Decks

Sure, you can have an awesome garden inspired hot tub that unmistakably looks like a natural hot spring, but what materials are you going to choose for your spa’s surrounding deck? There are many options for built in, free standing, and semi sunk hot tubs including tile, faux wood paneling, and stone. Tile and small stones can opt for interesting mosaic designs, and a faux wood deck can provide that built in hot tub feel. Whichever your preference, this is a good way to customize the look and function of your hot tub.

Fireside tubs

Bring the elements together with fire and water. The water, provided by your luxurious hot tub, and the fire, provided by the nearby fireplace you installed. Adding  a fireplace is a great way to add ambience and finish off your hot tub space.

Tubs with spillways

If you’re building a pool and spa combo, a fun idea might be to place the spa slightly above the pool, so that when turned on, it will look like the hot tub is overflowing into the swimming pool. This spillway would look nice by itself, or with the water trickling down rocks or boulders, creating the sounds of a real waterfall. For added fun, incorporate colored lights that will illuminate the water at nighttime.

Tubs with fountains

If building a spillway isn’t an option, but you want a similar effect, opt for a fountain. Inserting a fountain will also create those sounds and look very luxurious doing so.

Gazebos and shade screens

Adding a gazebo or a shade screen is a great way to add extra privacy to your hot tub area. Decorate the surrounding areas with candles and outdoor pillows for optimal comfort and relaxation.

Having a hot tub is a great way to personalize your own getaway. Find the right mood you’d like to create and dive in!