Luxury Resorts' Commercial Outdoor Spa Solutions – Why LOVIA®?

As the global high-end tourism and wellness economy continues to grow, luxury resorts now are not only providing hotel stay services but also delivering immersive experiences. More international hotel chains, boutique hotels, spa resorts, beach resorts, and alpine wellness centers are relying on their high-end rooms and exquisite dining alone to build their long-term competitive edge. However, amenities that add value to the guest's stay, allow the guests to stay longer, and strengthen the brand image can already be the deciding factor in project success planning. One of these, of course, is outdoor spa equipment which is one of the top leisure facilities in high-end resort settings.

Outdoor commercial spa equipment of this present time is not just traditional outdoor hot tub but also include: outdoor swimming pools, cold plazas, heating/cold cycling therapy equipment, and customized spa solutions that together will not only provide variety of facilities but at the same time meet the varying needs of travelers of different ages for wellness, leisure, and socializing.

The Global Wellness Institute reports in its recent study that the world wellness tourism market already is over $800 billion in value and the industry is expected to grow consistently over the next few years. Facilities with wellness are becoming the preferred form of investment for high-end hotels. Further evidence that more and more consumer is focusing on spa, hot spring, hydrotherapeutic and wellness facilities is the growing numbers.

This trend shows that high-quality outdoor spa equipment is something that can enhance customer satisfaction, which is also directly related to hotel operations and marketing success.

It should be noted that a great outdoor spa solution for business purposes requires not merely purchasing a few outdoor spa equipments. It also comprises of product quality, operational stability, energy consumption control, maintenance costs, installation solutions and long-term after-sales service.

Therefore, a number of hotel brands in the international market have been increasingly partnering with the suppliers that have well-developed OEM/ODM capabilities and rich in engineering project experience. In fact, LOVIA® with its many years of specialization in research & development, engineering and manufacturing of outdoor spa equipment, has been able to gain recognition as one of the main procurement vendors of commercial projects around the world.

What has caused this increase of focus on outdoor spa equipment in luxury resorts?

Luxury travel consumption has dramatically evolved over recent years. Previously, visitors mainly concerned themselves with location, accessibility, and the state of hotel facilities; these days, it is the customers who pay the highest amount for wellbeing-related activities, leisure time, recovery periods, and personal attention. Many top-tier hotels in European and North American cities, for instance, have created private Spa gardens, heating and bathing pools, contrasting hot/cold therapy sections, and pools integrated with massage therapy in open settings where natural elements play a key role in the spa experience and a wellness environment can be enjoyed throughout the year.

Outdoor sea-view spa bathtubs are turning into essential components of resort hotels, which are on islands for instance, that elevate your stay.

In the case of ski resorts, it is the heated outdoor spa facilities that are regarded as the best spots where you can recuperate after your workouts.

In comparison with a conventional swimming pool, today's outdoor spa pool occupies less area, requires less time for installation. The pool can be usable year-round. Besides, the pool is relatively easier to maintain than a swimming pool.

Additionally, this pool offers diverse functions that can give the customer a constant temperature with massage, circulating filtered water and intelligent heating control system, and even, it can light the environment, with the help of LED lights.

As a result, the investment in the outdoor spa equipment is justified not only by a brand-new hotel construction but also, by the renovation and expansion projects of already existing ones.

What are the main features which commercial outdoor spa equipment must comply?

There are significant differences between the criteria that define the use of spa equipment by private owners, versus those employed for business use.

For holiday resorts, there will be occasions during a season when the equipment might be used for a long time, say, 10 hours, or even longer per day. That kind of heavy usage, especially during peak seasons, the product needs to be of such a nature and built to endure. As a result, commercial projects focus on durability, stability, and long-term operation costs of the ‍‌‍‍‌product.

First of all, the product must have a reliable circulating filtration system. In a commercial setting, an outdoor spa bathtub may be used by dozens of visitors in one day, making efficient filtration, water circulation, and disinfection extremely important. A good filtration unit not only keeps the water from getting filthy but also reduces the time spent on routine cleaning and maintenance and saves money in the long run.

Second energy efficiency is another key consideration for commercial procurement. Take an example of the typical commercial outdoor spa bathtub that seats about 5 to 6 people that usually has between 1,200 and 1,800 liters of water volume; even larger outdoor spabeds can come to more than 10,000 liters volume.

Poor insulation will lead to a substantial rise in running costs over time. So high-density insulation layers，energy-saving circulation system ,and smart temperature control have become the essentials of modern commercial outdoor spas.

Besides that, equipment's high weather resistance is also an essential requirement of the product to be used in commercial settings as the outdoor areas are the commercial premises and there is a high chance of exposure to different weather conditions for a prolonged period. So, the acrylic tub, steel frame, skirting materials, and control system must all be resistant to UV radiation, have high levels of water-proofing, moisture-proofing and rust-proofing and be durable enough to withstand harsh climate conditions, like the beaches, the high altitude cold regions, humidity areas, etc.

How should luxury resorts develop their outdoor spa plans?

A truly good commercial spa project doesn't just have a few kinds of the products. Rather they have created a complete spa wellness experience area that cater to a different type of customers.

For example, the resort can plan and locate a variety of outdoor spa bathtubs near the infinity pool, which is a relaxation area for a family; the alternately hot and cold bathing areas can be located right near the fitness and athletic area to speed up the recovery process of sports lovers; and an exclusive outdoor spa equipment can, on the one hand, be installed in the area of the high-end villa to heighten the privacy and also a premium experience and, on the other hand, be added as an outdoor spa pool to large hotel resorts with all the requirements met: from swimming training and spa massage to recreational activities with the family.

This multiple configuration will not only help diversify the hotel's facilities and services but attract guests to longer stays and consequently provide a more enjoyable and unforgettable overall experience.

 Why Commercial Spa Equipment Is Going For Chinese-made Products?

Multinational hotel groups have mostly relied on European and American equipment manufacturers until very recently. It has become a trend among commercial clients to shift their sourcing focus to manufacturing companies based in China.

There can be attributed a handful of factors, the first being, China has already fully developed a mature outdoor spa equipment industry in which most stages of the production process including acrylic sheets, fiberglass reinforcement materials, water pumps, control systems to name some, are available locally, thus greatly shortening the production time, and giving a competitive edge to Chinese outdoor spa products in terms of price-performance ratio.

The second factor is Chinese manufacturers are continuously raising their level of research and development. And more of them can reach international standard of heat preservation, ergonomic design, automated control, energy Saving systems, etc. At the same time, with the help of OEM and ODM service models, manufacturers can make products customized and suitable for hotel style through customer orders, so hotel chains can better match the needs in the design, color and other aspects for the high-end commercial projects.

Why Commercial Clients Are Opting for More outdoor Spa Equipment from LOVIA®?

For luxury resorts, it's the supplier who brings the total package of what they're looking for besides the product itself.

LOVIA® has, for many years, been at the forefront of innovation and development in outdoor hot tub product line. The range includes such products as outdoor hot tubs and outdoor swimming pools, which find application in different scenarios, such as resort hotels, hot spring resorts, boutique hostels, luxury villas, and wellness centers.

The company has a production facility of about 45,000 square meters equipped with 12 advanced production lines and employed over 200 of its staff. It has an impressive monthly output of around 1,200 of units as well. The firm is known for the consistent investment in research and development with its R&D budget making up over 5% of the company's sales turnover.

Rights years of global market experience have enabled the company to export its products to many counties and regions where its products are tailored through the OEM and ODM services according to the market needs.

From the perspective of the luxury property developments, LOVIA® outdoor spa products will offer the hotel different sized equipments that can be suit to the development positioning. Small double or triple spas shall serve the family villa rooms; 5 or 6-person models shall be suitable for the public leisure areas; and large outdoor spa pools can satisfy the needs of wellness centers, fitness clubs, and integrated resorts.

This wide variety of product ranges can make the planning of your project more flexible and can also enable hotels to create wellness multi-level experiences for different areas through a combination of products.

I. Focus on Quality and Emphasis on Long-Term Operational Value

The big difference between commercial procurement project and household market is that the equipment needs to operate stably for many years. Hence, the product's quality directly relates to hotel hotel performance.

LOVIA® has set up a comprehensive quality control system covering such main stages as:material inspection,vacuum forming of acrylic sheets, fiberglass reinforcement, steel frame installation, water system installation, electronic system testing and general water filling testing. Each outdoor spa is subjected topressure testing, sealing testing, electronic safety testing and continuous operation testing before they are leaving factory to make sure commercial quality standards are met.

Meanwhile, the company consistently updates the insulation layout,water circulation system, and smart control technology, in order to enable customers' reduction of the energy consumption and maintenance cost for the long term operation.

For a hotel, this kind of product design, that considers the lifecycle of the product in the entire value creation process is not simply about cutting costs at the time of purchase.

II.Full Set of OEM/ODM Capabilities to Cater For Needs of Different Hotel Brands

If a hotel group or engineering contracting team or brand operator has different projects they usually have different design languages, as a result, the products made by the suppliers can not be suitable for every different design.

LOVIA® is able to customize your OME/ODM outdoor spa product orders by specifying the following: product size; acrylic color; skirting material; control systems; nozzle arrangements; branding element; as well as packaging solutions.

 It can fulfill the relevant certificates requirements of different export markets of the project areas such as Europe, North America Australia, etc.

This versatile customizing capability makes hotel chains possible to keep a coherent brand image while being compliant with laws and regulations in different countries and regions.

III. Partnership Beyond Equipment Supply: Commercial Projects Need Stable Supplier

A set of a luxury resort's outdoor spa equipment is usually a long term investment; the supplier's continuing service capabilities, therefore, become very important.

The support that the supplier can provide to the hotel can range from ongoing technical assistance, spare parts supply, product upgrading, and even new expansion plan. Such ongoing support is beneficial to the long-term operations of the hotel. When the hotel resort later adds new rooms, a spa area, or a wellness center, they can still keep the same style design and technical standards of product. This will reduce the subsequent costs of procurement and maintenance.

As a result, more global commercial clients are increasingly considering the partner's stable R&D capability, production capacity, international project experience as well as the initial purchase cost of the equipment.

FAQ

Q1. Why are luxury resorts focusing so much on outdoor spa equipment?

Because an outdoor spas equipment is one of the most preferred leisure activities of a luxury resort. The modern traveler is becoming more and more conscious of health, relaxation, and the need for an authentic and immersive experience. Therefore, it has become very hard for the high-end resort hotels to remain competitive without the spas as one of the resort's attractions.

Q2. What are the differences between commercial and residential outdoor spa equipment?

Commercial equipment are designed to work under much more frequent and longer usage conditions and this demands the structural strength of product, powerful filtration system, excellent insulation, robust control system and durability to the maximum. Besides maintenance effectiveness and operation cost control also are considered seriously for the commercial applications.

Q3. How should a resort go about choosing the right outdoor spa equipment?

It may be useful to start with determining the basic needs for the resort development by considering factors like a resort size, number of guest rooms, the target market, and environmental conditions. For example, small to medium-sized outdoor spas are perfect for villas, while larger pools and spas will work well for creating a multi-level wellness area in the resort hotel.

Q4. What services does LOVIA® offer in commercial projects?

LOVIA® can provide customized outdoor spa bathtub and outdoor spa pool, and related outdoor spa equipment in OEM/ODM way. We can offer products with customized product details, outside colours, control systems, brands, package solution, and export certifications according to different market needs and they are applicable both in hotels/resorts/spa centers and in wellness projects.

Q5. Why manufacturers of outdoor spas with OEM experience being preferred by commercial projects?

Multinationals in outdoor spa equipment with long OEM experience are typically the ones that have strong product development capabilities, well-established production systems and international project experience. Their deep knowledge of the local requirements, regulations, and standards in different markets coupled with a close relationship with the customer at the beginning will allow them to provide professional product customization, quality control as well as long-term service supports to the customers that will definitely minimize their procurement risks and improve the overall efficiency of the project in question. ‍‌‍‍‌