Compare 53 hot tub breaks in the UK – filter by region, pets, sleeps and more, then check dates and prices.
Lovely shepherd's hut Ideal North Cornwall base Woodland hot tub Near Rock + Polzeath beaches Close to Port Isaac 100m to pub Outdoor firepit and BBQ Welcome hamper & drinks
Quirky shepherd hut Wood burner + Fire pit Romantic getaway Hammock Mountain views National park location E-bikes for hire Breakfast delivery available
Cosy lodge with private hot tub Secluded, private location Central for Devon attractions Excellent pubs and eateries Welcoming hosts with local tips Perfect for couples' getaways Fully enclosed dog-safe garden Ideal base to explore both coasts
Perfect couple's getaway Covered outdoor hot tub Peaceful surroundings 1 mile to historic village River walks and footpaths
Panoramic mountain sea views Romantic hot tub retreat Beach under 1 mile Stunning veranda sun spot Fully enclosed garden Secluded countryside Coastal path on doorstep
Panoramic countryside views Perfect romantic couples getaway Complete privacy and seclusion Private hot tub Enclosed garden for dogs Large private decking Rated 5-stars by guests
Luxury lakeside boathouse Direct access to Lake Windermere Your own jetty Free kayak for guest use Spectacular panoramic lake views Private balcony Eco-friendly underfloor heating
Lavish lodge with private hot tub Tranquil adult-only retreat Serene countryside setting Enclosed garden Miniature ponies on grounds Lake with carp fishing Near Devon beaches
Private sunken hot tub Bang & Olufsen Smart TV Freestanding LED-lit bath Large L-shaped decking Starlit canopy seating
Private hot tub on decking Freestanding bath with LED lights Bang & Olufsen Smart TV Starlit canopy outdoor seating Log fire inside lodge
Private hot tub sunken into decking Bang & Olufsen Smart TV Freestanding bath with LED spotlights Starlit canopy over bathroom access Large L-shaped private decking
Private hot tub sunken into decking Bang & Olufsen Smart TV Freestanding bath with LED spotlights Walk-in wardrobe with dressing table Starlit canopy outdoor access Large L-shaped private decking
Snug barrel pod with hot tub Private wood-fired hot tub Peaceful working farm setting Perfect for couples Pub short walk away Cracking countryside views Secure bike storage Great budget option
Fantastic setting in heart of forest Perfect for a couple's break High-spec interiors Real wood burner Romantic sunken double bath
Beautiful Forest of Dean location Perfect romantic escape! Forest views from every room Luxury interior Cosy log burner
Luxury wood cabins Excellent forest location Ultimate romantic getaway Freestanding bath with forest views Private outdoor hot tub
Luxury wood cabins Heart of Delamere Forest! Ultimate romantic getaway Freestanding bath with forest views Private outdoor hot tub
Luxury wood cabins Heart of Keldy Forest! Ultimate romantic getaway Freestanding bath with forest views Private outdoor hot tub
If you’re picturing a break with no school-run noise, no inflatable flamingos and a hot tub with your name on it, adults only lodges with hot tubs are exactly what you’re after. These adults only lodges are dotted from the Lake District to Devon and mid Wales, and every one on this page has a hot tub on its own deck. Each is a peaceful, romantic escape in lovely countryside.
Below are six places we’d happily book ourselves. You’ll also find a table to compare them, a packing list and a month-by-month guide. Prefer a different mood? Our guide to romantic honeymoon lodges with hot tubs covers special occasions, and the full range of lodges with hot tubs is a click away.
It depends on who’s running the place. Some parks are adults only across the whole site, so you won’t hear a child anywhere from check-in to check-out. Others let you book an individual lodge or cabin for adults, while families stay in the lodges next door.
The age limit varies as well. Most places set it at 18, a few at 21, and Benson Waterfront suggests guests over 35. Read the age policy on each lodge page before you book.
Peace is the big draw. Nobody’s racing through the grounds at 7am, the pool isn’t a splash zone and the tub is yours alone to unwind in. For couples marking an anniversary or friends who’ve waited all year for a proper escape, that calm is worth more than any extra facility. It makes the perfect getaway.
It’s also an easy way to treat yourselves. A luxury stay doesn’t need a long journey, and many of these retreats sit in quiet countryside within a few hours’ drive of a major city. Perfect for a long weekend.
One thing to know before you book. None of the six lodges below lists a swimming pool, so these are hot tub breaks rather than spa resorts. If a pool or a full spa is on your wish list, pick a park with those facilities instead.
Dogs are the other question. These lodges aren’t pet friendly on our feed, so if you’d like a dog friendly retreat, search our special offers and filter for pets.
We’ve picked these for privacy, a hot tub of your own and guest ratings of 4.9 or 5.0. You can check availability on each lodge page.
Lake Windermere – sleeps up to 2 – adults only – lakeside retreat – guest rating 4.9
Tucked into woodland inside the Lake District National Park, Avon Wood looks out over Lake Windermere and has its own slipway, so you can launch a canoe or a small boat after breakfast. Every lodge has its own tub, and each stay comes with a romantic welcome pack of wine, chocolates, slippers and fluffy bathrobes. Red squirrels and deer wander the grounds, yet Bowness and Windermere are less than five minutes away when you fancy a pub supper.
Swimbridge, near Barnstaple – sleeps up to 4 – adults only – near a beach – fishing – near a pub – guest rating 5.0
Two miniature ponies called Morris and Dillon patrol the paddock at Burlodge, and roe deer often wander through at dusk. The single-storey lodge has two king-size bedrooms, a farmhouse-style kitchen with a central island and a tub in a secluded garden, so a glass of wine in the bubbles is easy to arrange. There’s a carp-stocked lake for anglers, and Westward Ho! beach is about 25 minutes away.
Benson-on-Thames – sleeps up to 4 – adults only – riverside – guest rating 4.9
Here the lodges sit on the banks of the Thames, each with river views and an outdoor tub on the verandah. The park suggests it’s best for guests over 35, and it asks for no loud music or parties, which keeps evenings calm. Two gastropubs and the village shops are within walking distance, boat and canoe hire are on site, and Oxford is about 10 miles away for a city day.
Gulworthy, near Tavistock – sleeps up to 2 – adults only – open fire – guest rating 4.9
This is a cottage rather than a timber lodge, but it earns its place for the hot tub and the privacy. The former mine cottage once served Wheal Josiah, once Europe’s richest copper mine, and it’s now a couples-only retreat with underfloor heating, oak floors and a wood-burning stove. Glazed bi-fold doors flood the sitting room with light, and the Tamar Trails are within walking distance.
Bryniau Clwyd, near Denbigh – sleeps up to 2 – adults only – near a pub – guest rating 5.0
A shepherd’s hut for two, with its own wood-fired hot tub lit by LED lights and designated rest hours so nobody’s disturbed. It’s less than two miles from the historic town of Denbigh, and every guest so far has given it five out of five. You can order a luxury hamper to your door if you’d rather stay put.
Llanarth, Ceredigion – sleeps up to 2 – adults only – near a beach – near a pub – guest rating 4.9
An award-winning lakeside pod with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a private jetty and a hot tub a few steps from the door. Sunsets turn the water purple, and the curious alpacas next door tend to turn up to watch. It’s about as private as a break for two gets.
Use this table to sort by size or filter by area, then click through for photos and dates.
| Lodge | Where | Sleeps | Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avon Wood | Lake District | 2 | Lakeside woodland |
| Burlodge | North Devon | 4 | Pastures and a carp lake |
| Benson Waterfront | Oxfordshire | 4 | River Thames bank |
| Rock View Cottage | Tamar Valley, Devon | 2 | Woodland hideaway |
| Moel Y Parc | Denbighshire | 2 | Shepherd’s hut |
| Rusty Boathouse | Ceredigion | 2 | Lakeside pod |
Avon Wood is the pick if you want the water on your doorstep, and from Windermere you can take a lake cruise, visit the Brockhole visitor centre or walk up Orrest Head for the view Alfred Wainwright made famous; browse more Lake District lodges with hot tubs if Avon Wood is full.
Burlodge and Rock View Cottage show two sides of the county. One is a short drive from the north coast beaches, the other sits beside the Tamar Valley trails. Our romantic hot tub breaks in Devon guide goes deeper, and you can see every North Devon lodge with a hot tub too.
Moel Y Parc and Rusty Boathouse are the quietest of the six. Think wood-fired tubs, alpacas and a private jetty. Not much else. It’s a true retreat, and the perfect escape from a busy week. For more ideas, try the guide to romantic log cabins with hot tubs in Wales.
A little planning means more time in the water and less time hunting for a towel.
Hot tubs work in every season, which is what makes these breaks so flexible. Tap a month to see how we’d rate it. Five is the best.
Book a midweek night if you can, since the lanes and pubs are quieter. If you’re after more couple-friendly ideas, our UK holiday ideas for couples has plenty, and the romantic lodges section covers the rest.
Whichever you pick, you’ll swap the school holidays for a quiet deck, a glass of something cold and bubbles up to your shoulders. That’s the whole idea.
Look for places with a guest rating above 4.5, a private hot tub on your own deck and an age policy that covers the whole site. Avon Wood on Windermere, Burlodge in North Devon and Benson Waterfront on the Thames all meet that test.
Usually not. Most set the minimum age at 18, a few ask for 21 or higher, and Benson Waterfront suggests guests over 35. Always read the age policy on the lodge page before you book.
Yes. Plenty of lodges sleep four, so two couples or a group of friends can share. Some parks do ask for no loud music or parties, so it’s a quiet break rather than a party.
Sometimes. The six lodges featured here don’t list pets as welcome, so if you want to bring a dog, use the pet filter on our lodge search and check each page.
At the lodges featured here, yes. Each has its own hot tub on the deck, patio or verandah, so you’re not sharing with other guests.
Midweek and outside school holidays are quieter and often easier to book. September is a favourite for settled weather without the crowds.
You light it a few hours before you want to soak, and it heats slowly. Most hosts leave a starter pack and instructions, so plan your arrival evening around it.
