Hot tubs have become increasingly popular as a place for socializing and entertaining. Whether it’s a get-together with friends, a romantic night with your significant other, or a fun family gathering, hot tubs offer a unique and relaxing environment to spend time with loved ones. 

However, with so many options available, choosing the right hot tub features can be overwhelming. In this article, we’ll discuss how to maximize the social experience by choosing the best hot tub features for entertaining and fun.

Seating and Capacity

Some of the most important factors to consider when choosing a hot tub for socializing are seating and capacity. You want to make sure there’s enough seating for your group and that the seating allows for comfortable conversation. Some hot tubs have a circular design, while others have a more open concept. Choose a hot tub that will accommodate your group and that offers the right seating arrangement for socializing.

The capability to change seats is another crucial factor in seating. This allows people to change positions and interact with others in the hot tub, making the experience more enjoyable. Look for hot tubs with flexible seating options, so you can customize the seating arrangement to suit your needs.

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Lounge Seating

Lounge seating allows you to fully recline and relax while you’re in the hot tub. This type of seating typically features at least one long, wide seat that is positioned at one end of the hot tub and is angled slightly downward. It is often accompanied by a number of jets that are positioned to massage your back, neck, legs, and other parts of the body while you are reclined. Some lounge seats may also have built-in headrests or other features. 

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Open Seating

Seats in an open seating tub have a slighter recline than a lounge seat and there is no extended leg support. This type of seating arrangement is common in hot tubs that are designed to accommodate a larger number of people. Open seating allows you to move around and find a comfortable spot to sit or stand, rather than being restricted to a specific seat. While lounge seats have the reputation of providing a full body massage, you can still find neck, back, and leg jets in a lot of open seating layouts.

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Lighting Features

Lighting plays a significant role in enhancing the socializing experience in a hot tub by helping to control the overall mood. A well-lit hot tub creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a drink with friends or having a conversation, whereas softer lighting creates a more relaxed and intimate atmosphere. 

When looking to purchase a hot tub, you may come across models that have lighting either within the interior, on the surrounding cabinetry, or both.

Interior Seat Lighting

980 Series Interior Lighting | Hot tubs have become increasingly popular as a place for socializing and entertaining. Whether it's a get-together with friends, a romantic night with your significant other, or a fun family gathering, hot tubs offer a unique and relaxing environment to spend time with loved ones.   However, with so many options available, choosing the right hot tub features can be overwhelming. In this article, we'll discuss how to maximize the social experience by choosing the best hot tub features for entertaining and fun. Seating and Capacity Some of the most important factors to consider when choosing a hot tub for socializing are seating and capacity. You want to make sure there's enough seating for your group and that the seating allows for comfortable conversation. Some hot tubs have a circular design, while others have a more open concept. Choose a hot tub that will accommodate your group and that offers the right seating arrangement for socializing.  The capability to change seats is another crucial factor in seating. This allows people to change positions and interact with others in the hot tub, making the experience more enjoyable. Look for hot tubs with flexible seating options, so you can customize the seating arrangement to suit your needs.  Click this link to read our comprehensive seating guide Lounge Seating Lounge seating allows you to fully recline and relax while you’re in the hot tub. This type of seating is typically a long, wide seat that is positioned at one end of the hot tub and is angled slightly downward. It is often accompanied by a number of jets that are positioned to massage your back, neck, legs, and other parts of the body while you are reclined. Some lounge seats may also have built-in headrests or other features.   View All Lounge Seating Hot Tubs Open Seating Seats in an open seating tub have a slighter recline than a lounge seat and there is no extended leg support. This type of seating arrangement is common in hot tubs that are designed to accommodate a larger number of people. Open seating allows you to move around and find a comfortable spot to sit or stand, rather than being restricted to a specific seat. While lounge seats have the reputation of providing a full body massage, you can still find neck, back, and leg jets in a lot of open seating layouts.  View All Open Seating Hot Tubs Lighting Features Lighting plays a significant role in enhancing the socializing experience in a hot tub by helping to control the overall mood. A well-lit hot tub creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a drink with friends or having a conversation, whereas softer lighting creates a more relaxed and intimate atmosphere.   When looking to purchase a hot tub, you may come across models that have lighting either within the interior, on the surrounding cabinetry, or both. Interior Seat Lighting Lighting inside a hot tub not only adds to the aesthetic appeal of it, but it also influences your mood. Chromatherapy, also known as color therapy, boosts and balances energy. It’s often used to help with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and other physical or mental health conditions.   With the warm, inviting light, you can fully relax and unwind in the comfort your tub. The LED lights used are energy-efficient and long-lasting, ensuring that the ambiance is maintained for a long time. The even distribution of light also makes it easy to see and navigate the hot tub, which is great for ambiance and safety.  Available on the 980™ Series Hot Tubs Exterior Corner Lighting Lighting on the outside of a hot tub can add to the overall aesthetic of your outdoor space and enhance the ambiance. It can also increase safety and security around the hot tub, especially in low light conditions.   Available on the 880™ Series Hot Tubs and Up Entertainment Features Bluetooth connectivity is a popular and highly sought-after feature in hot tubs today and can take your hot tub experience to the next level. With Bluetooth, you can easily connect your music devices and enjoy your favorite tunes while soaking in the hot tub. This can greatly enhance your socializing experience and make your time in the hot tub more enjoyable and memorable. In addition to Bluetooth connectivity, many hot tubs often have built-in sound systems that can enhance the social experience. The quality of sound systems can vary greatly, so it's essential to choose one that meets your needs. Some hot tubs have simple speakers, while others have more advanced sound systems with multiple speakers, a built-in subwoofer, and other features. If you love music, it's a good idea to choose a hot tub with a sound system that provides high-quality sound. Pro Tip: For a quick and easy movie night in the hot tub, use a portable bluetooth projector and your cover as the screen.  BlueWave® Sound System The BlueWave® Sound System is an innovative and convenient way to enjoy music while using your hot tub. With its ability to stream audio from a distance of up to 30 feet, you can play your favorite songs and albums without having to bring your device close to the water. This sound system is powered via Bluetooth. Additionally, the AUX input allows for the connection to other devices, providing you with multiple options for listening to your music. If you're looking for a way to enhance your hot tub experience with high-quality audio, consider the BlueWave® Sound System which is an available upgrade on Sundance® Spas.  Available as an upgrade on 780™ Series Hot Tubs and Up SMARTTUB® System The SMARTTUB® System is an app that allows you to control key aspects of your hot tub from your smartphone, tablet, or smartwatch. With a SMARTTUB®, you can control water temperature, jets, lighting, and the sound system quickly and easily, without having to get out of the hot tub or make manual adjustments. Whether you want to turn up the heat, adjust the jet intensity, or change the lighting, you can do it all from the comfort of your seat.  For the hot tub owner who loves to entertain, this is a necessary luxury. Yes, the convenience is nice, but the benefits of a SMARTTUB® go beyond convenience. Being able to control key aspects of your hot tub from your phone can help make hosting a breeze. For example, you can set the mood with the right lighting and adjust the water temperature to keep everyone comfortable without repeated trips in and out of the tub. This will allow you to create a better experience for everyone else while still getting to enjoy it yourself.  For more information, read our Complete SMARTTUB® Guide Aromatherapy Aromatherapy is a great entertainment feature for those who want to enhance their hot tub experience. Aromatherapy can be achieved by adding essential oils to the hot water, creating a relaxing and soothing atmosphere. Some hot tubs even have built-in aromatherapy systems, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of essential oils without having to manually add them to the water. SunScents™ Aromatherapy Sundance® Spas SunScents™ built-in aromatherapy system uses Silent Air™ jets to dissolve aromatherapy beads, infusing your hot tub with the scent of your choice while you sit in the tub relaxing and unwinding. Available on 880™ Series and 980™ Series hot tubs, SunScents™ are the perfect way to create the perfect atmosphere with six available fragrances - Summer Rain, Eucalyptus, French Lavender, Jasmine, Honey Mango, and Piña Colada. Enjoy the soothing effects of aromatherapy every time you soak in your hot tub.  Restock Your SunScents™ Aromatherapy Beads Conclusion We hope this article helps as you shop for your ideal hot tub. But keep in mind, seeing is believing. When you’re ready to dip your toes in the water, schedule a wet test with us. Trying out a full-functioning hot tub is the best way to experience and appreciate what a hot tub has to offer. Visit our showroom or give us a call to learn all about hot tub styles and features | Great Bay Spa & Sauna

Lighting inside a hot tub not only adds to the aesthetic appeal of it, but it also influences your mood. Chromatherapy, also known as color therapy, boosts and balances energy. It’s often used to help with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and other physical or mental health conditions. 

With the warm, inviting light, you can fully relax and unwind in the comfort your tub. The LED lights used are energy-efficient and long-lasting, ensuring that the ambiance is maintained for a long time. The even distribution of light also makes it easy to see and navigate the hot tub, which is great for ambiance and safety.

Available on the 980™ Series Hot Tubs

Exterior Corner Lighting

Corner Lighting | Maximizing the Social Experience: Choosing the Best Hot Tub Features for Entertaining and Fun | Great Bay Spa & Sauna

Lighting on the outside of a hot tub can add to the overall aesthetic of your outdoor space and enhance the ambiance. It can also increase safety and security around the hot tub, especially in low light conditions. 

Available on the 880™ Series Hot Tubs and Up

Entertainment Features

Bluetooth connectivity is a popular and highly sought-after feature in hot tubs today and can take your hot tub experience to the next level. With Bluetooth, you can easily connect your music devices and enjoy your favorite tunes while soaking in the hot tub. This can greatly enhance your socializing experience and make your time in the hot tub more enjoyable and memorable.

In addition to Bluetooth connectivity, many hot tubs often have built-in sound systems that can enhance the social experience. The quality of sound systems can vary greatly, so it’s essential to choose one that meets your needs. Some hot tubs have simple speakers, while others have more advanced sound systems with multiple speakers, a built-in subwoofer, and other features. If you love music, it’s a good idea to choose a hot tub with a sound system that provides high-quality sound.

Pro Tip: For a quick and easy movie night in the hot tub, use a portable bluetooth projector and your cover as the screen. 

BlueWave® Sound System

The BlueWave® Sound System is an innovative and convenient way to enjoy music while using your hot tub. With its ability to stream audio from a distance of up to 30 feet, you can play your favorite songs and albums without having to bring your device close to the water. This sound system is powered via Bluetooth. Additionally, the AUX input allows for the connection to other devices, providing you with multiple options for listening to your music. If you’re looking for a way to enhance your hot tub experience with high-quality audio, consider the BlueWave® Sound System which is an available upgrade on Sundance® Spas.

Available as an upgrade on 780™ Series Hot Tubs and Up

SMARTTUB® System

The SMARTTUB® System is an app that allows you to control key aspects of your hot tub from your smartphone, tablet, or smartwatch. With a SMARTTUB®, you can control water temperature, jets, lighting, and the sound system quickly and easily, without having to get out of the hot tub or make manual adjustments. Whether you want to turn up the heat, adjust the jet intensity, or change the lighting, you can do it all from the comfort of your seat. 

For the hot tub owner who loves to entertain, this is a necessary luxury. Yes, the convenience is nice, but the benefits of a SMARTTUB® go beyond convenience. Being able to control key aspects of your hot tub from your phone can help make hosting a breeze. For example, you can set the mood with the right lighting and adjust the water temperature to keep everyone comfortable without repeated trips in and out of the tub. This will allow you to create a better experience for everyone else while still getting to enjoy it yourself. 

For more information, read our Complete SMARTTUB® Guide

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is a great entertainment feature for those who want to enhance their hot tub experience. It can be achieved by adding essential oils to the hot water, creating a relaxing and soothing atmosphere. Some hot tubs even have built-in aromatherapy systems, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of essential oils without having to manually add them to the water.

SunScents™ Aromatherapy

Sundance® Spas SunScents™ built-in aromatherapy system uses Silent Air™ jets to dissolve aromatherapy beads, infusing your hot tub with the scent of your choice while you sit in the tub relaxing and unwinding. Available on 880™ Series and 980™ Series hot tubs, SunScents™ are the perfect way to create the perfect atmosphere with six available fragrances – Summer Rain, Eucalyptus, French Lavender, Jasmine, Honey Mango, and Piña Colada. Enjoy the soothing effects of aromatherapy every time you soak in your hot tub.

Restock Your SunScents™ Aromatherapy Beads

Conclusion

We hope this article helps as you shop for your ideal hot tub. But keep in mind, seeing is believing. When you’re ready to dip your toes in the water, schedule a wet test with us. Trying out a full-functioning hot tub is the best way to experience and appreciate what a hot tub has to offer. Visit our showroom or give us a call to learn all about hot tub styles and features.