- The Lowest Running Costs, Independently Tested and Proven
- What should I look for when buying a 5-6 person spa?
- 5-6 person spa dimensions
- Benefits of a 5-6 person spa vs smaller spas?
- To work out the ideal spa for you, consider:
- 5-6 person Spa Testimonials
- When you have a family
- When you’re renting out your holiday home
- When you’re in need of hydrotherapy
- How much do 5-6 person spas cost?
- Are 5-6 spa pools high maintenance?
- Are spa pools good for your health?
- Frequently asked questions
In this article..
- The Lowest Running Costs, Independently Tested and Proven
- What should I look for when buying a 5-6 person spa?
- 5-6 person spa dimensions
- Benefits of a 5-6 person spa vs smaller spas?
- To work out the ideal spa for you, consider:
- 5-6 person Spa Testimonials
- When you have a family
- When you’re renting out your holiday home
- When you’re in need of hydrotherapy
- How much do 5-6 person spas cost?
- Are 5-6 spa pools high maintenance?
- Are spa pools good for your health?
- Frequently asked questions
Perfect for all occasions, whether an intimate evening with a partner or a fun get together with friends, 5-6 person spa pools are amongst the most popular models in the Hot Spring range. These spas pack an incredible range of features into a medium-sized unit. They look great as the centrepiece of a garden or in the corner on a back deck.
5-6 person spa range
The Hot Spring 5-6 person spa range is made up of the following models:
Five Person Spas
Six person spas
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The Lowest Running Costs, Independently Tested and Proven
The cost of running a spa pool can be significant… unless you choose Hot Spring. We offer New Zealand’s most energy efficient spa pools, with running costs as little as $1 a day. This is a luxurious soak that won’t cost the earth.
How can such luxury come so cheap? Our insulation is carefully designed for maximum heat retention. Our covers are fully insulated and precisely engineered to form a perfect seal around the lip of your spa.
Then there’s our suite of technological innovations, from heat induction jets that recycle the warmth generated by the internal machinery, to our SilentFlo 5000 circulation system that keeps your water moving while using the same amount of power as a 40-watt light bulb.
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What should I look for when buying a 5-6 person spa?
Offering a perfectly comfortable soak for singles, couples or your whole crew, a 5-6 person spa pool is the backyard all-rounder fit for any occasion. But not all machines are built the same. When shopping for your ideal model, choose a reputable brand with a proven track record, an extensive support network, and a reputation for innovation and quality. Other factors to consider include:
Size
5-6 person spa pools come in a surprising array of shapes and sizes, so consider what will fit best in your backyard.
Location
How easy will it be to move your spa pool where you want it? Is there access to power, water and drainage?
Objective
Consider the ‘why’ of your purchase. Do you want a 5-6 person spa pool for health, relaxation, romance, fun?
Quality
Choose a quality spa pool that will last longer, cost less to run, minimise maintenance and deliver an unmatched soaking experience.
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5-6 person spa dimensions
Neither the smallest nor the largest spa pools available, the Hot Spring 5-6 person range is the perfect size for anyone who wants to balance comfort, cost-effectiveness, intimacy and the ability to entertain.
Dimensions vary from spa to spa, but as a general rule 5-6 person spas measure between 2.15 and 2.36m in length and width, and between 84cm and 97cm in height. Any smaller will see you enter 4-person territory, and larger sizes are considered suitable for 7+ people.
Benefits of a 5-6 person spa vs smaller spas?
A 5-6 person spa pool will be the obvious choice for many, but other buyers will ask themselves whether the added investment compared to a 2-4 person spa is worth it. Only you know whether choosing a medium-sized spa pool over a more compact version makes sense. It depends on your situation, but going larger brings some clear advantages:
- More room means more comfort, particularly for anyone undertaking hydrotherapy, or households that are likely to have multiple people soaking at once.
- The more the merrier! Larger spa pools are far better for socialising.
Best 5-6 person spa placement
Where will you place your 5-6 person spa pool? As fully portable and self-contained machines, Hot Spring spa pools can be placed almost anywhere with enough room and an even, stable surface. The most common option is an outdoor spa pool, which can be placed on pavers, concrete, decking or even a sturdy balcony. Indoor spa pools can be installed in a well ventilated sunroom or enclosed outdoor area. With a bit of excavation you even have the option of installing your Hot Spring as an inground spa pool, which can make it a truly organic addition to your home, while making entry and exit that little bit easier.
Hot Spring's range of 5-6 person spa pools offer you the ultimate flexibility in terms of placement. All you need is enough room, a level surface that is capable of taking the weight, access to the necessary water and power, and the ability to drain your spa.
To work out the ideal spa for you, consider:
If you need further help in finding the right spa pool for you, speak to our friendly team,
or consult our handy guide.
Number of people
The maximum number of people that will want to enjoy your spa at any one time.
Space
The amount of space available.
Cost
How much you’d like to spend.
When should you consider a 5-6 seater spa
When you have a family
While smaller spas are great for couples and fine for small families, if you’ve got four or more members of your tribe you can’t beat the space and comfort of a 5-6 person spa.
When you’re renting out your holiday home
If you own a holiday home, whether in the mountains, on the beach or in the big city, a 5-6 seater spa is an incredible amenity to offer – you can expect your investment to be quickly returned through increased bookings.
When you’re in need of hydrotherapy
If you’ve invested in a spa pool for its therapeutic and healing qualities, a 5-6 person model grants you more room to move, making hydrotherapy easier and more effective.
How much do 5-6 person spas cost?
Prices for Hot Spring’s entry level 5-6 person spa pools start from as low as $9,900. Hot Spring spa also boast the lowest running costs in the world (independently tested and proven)!
Are 5-6 spa pools high maintenance?
Despite being at the larger end of the spa pool spectrum, the best 5-6 person spa pools are far from high maintenance, thanks to a range of clever technologies:
Draining and refilling
The FreshWater™ Salt System keeps your water fresh and clean for 4x longer.
Are spa pools good for your health?
A 5-6 person spa pool isn’t simply the ultimate backyard luxury – it’s also an investment in your health and wellness. A regular soak in a spa pool can help in the following ways:
Heart
When you immerse yourself in warm water, blood vessels dilate to send more nutrient-rich blood to the tissues that need it.
Muscle
Warm water helps to reduce both tension and inflammation in your muscles.
Joints
With buoyancy counteracting gravity, a soak in a 5-6 person spa pool can offer real relief to sufferers of chronic pain.
Mental Well-being
Built for relaxation, and 100% device-free, a spa pool can do wonders for your mental health.
Frequently asked questions
Can you put a 5-6 person spa pool on a deck?
You can certainly place a 5-6 person spa pool on your deck, provided the deck is strong enough to hold it. A well built deck will be able to handle the weight of a full spa, but the only way to know whether your deck is up to the task is to ask an expert like a structural engineer.
Keep in mind that the dry weight of a spa pool is far lower than the weight of a spa filled with water and people. Take the Highlife Vanguard, for example – a six-person spa that weighs 320kg dry, but tips the scales at 2,225kg when it is filled with water and every seat is occupied (based on 80kg adults).
How big is a 5 person spa pool?
Five person spa pools are medium-to-large models that are ideal for families and anyone who enjoys hosting. At Hot Spring we offer seven different five-seater models: the Freeflow Excursion and Excursion Premier, the Hot Spot Propel, and four Highlife models: the Prodigy, Aria, Envoy and Sovereign.
These models range in size, from a compact 4.2m² footprint up to an expansive 5.9m². This means that there’s likely a five-seater Hot Spring spa pool for every space, situation and taste.
How big is a 6 person spa pool?
Six person spa pools sit at the larger end of the spa spectrum. At Hot Spring we offer four different six-seater models: the Hot Spot Relay, the Limelight Flair, the Highlife Sovereign and the Highlife Vanguard.
All of these models are similarly sized, with footprints ranging from 4.5m² to 4.9m², or a little over 2m long and wide. This size makes for a roomy soak for those lucky enough to step inside, even when every seat is taken.
How many litres does a 5 person spa pool hold?
Hot Spring’s range of 5-person models – the Freeflow Excursion and Excursion Premier, the Hot Spot Propel, and the Highlife Prodigy, Aria, Envoy and Sovereign – offer a range of internal volumes, from 1100L to 1750L. The higher the volume, the roomier the soak, although larger spas will naturally use more water and power.
That said, Hot Spring spa pools are ultra efficient, so even if you choose a sprawling five-seater like the Highlife Envoy, it will have a surprisingly small impact on your power bill. And if your spa is fitted with the FreshWater® IQ System, you can make your spa water last many times longer than it would in the average spa.
How many litres does a 6 person spa pool hold?
Hot Spring’s four different 6-person models – the Hot Spot Relay, the Limelight Flair, the Highlife Sovereign and the Highlife Vanguard – all have similar internal volumes, ranging from 1250L to 1425L.
At Hot Spring we have always put a firm focus on energy efficiency, which is why our spa pools are proven to be the most energy efficient in New Zealand. Despite our six-person spas having plenty of water to keep warm, our high-end insulation, both in the cabinet and the cover, ensures that more heat is kept in, and your power bill is kept low.
What’s the weight of a 6 person spa?
There are three ways to measure the weight of a six person spa: when it’s empty (its ‘dry weight’), when it’s filled with water, and when it’s filled with water and people.
The dry weight is an important number to know for delivery and installation, as it can define the lifting and material handling equipment you’ll need to move the spa into place. The filled weight is important to know for the placement of your spa, particularly if you want to install it on a deck or balcony.
The dry weights of Hot Spring’s 6-seater spas range from 270kg to 400kg, while filled weights range from 1920kg to 2225kg.
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