The 5 Best Hot Tubs and Spas to Transform Your Backyard Into a Luxury Retreat
Image credit: A-Frame at Kangaroo Valley
— Featuring Stoked Stainless, Now at Residium
Ready to level up your outdoor living game? Whether you’re chasing a wood-fired soak under the stars, a smart spa you can control from your phone, or the ultimate cold plunge for post-gym recovery — Stoked Stainless has you covered.
Handcrafted in New Zealand, Stoked’s range of spa pools, hot tubs, and plunge baths combine rugged durability with design-led finishes. And the best part? You can see them in person now at Residium Design + Building Centre in Auckland, open 7 days a week.
Here are five of our absolute favourites:
1. Wood-Fired Hot Tub
Effortless soaking, off-grid style.
A classic tub with a modern edge. Heat it with firewood, soak in steam, and forget the world exists.
Features:
Stainless steel (304L or 316L marine grade)
Rocket stove-style combustion for fast heating
Heat-shielded flue for safety
Seats 2–5 people
Exterior cedar options: Light or Dark
Benefits:
No electricity required — ideal for baches and off-grid spots
Beautiful and tactile — steel and timber never looked so good
Efficient burn keeps heating time short
Compact size suits small backyards or remote sites
2. Hybrid Spa
Wood-fired soul with electric ease.
Why choose one when you can have both? The Hybrid Spa gives you the charm of wood-fired heating and the convenience of modern tech.
Features:
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Temperature range up to 41°C
1.9m diameter x 1.05m high, seats up to 6
Single massage jet
Removable ash pan (empty after 6 uses)
Automatic fill system + internal cold tap
Stretch-out seating space
Cedar cladding in Hessian (light) or Foundry (dark)
Benefits:
Dual heating gives you ultimate flexibility
Low maintenance with smart ash collection
Roomy and comfortable, with under-seat space
Elegant and handcrafted for outdoor luxury
3. Electric Plunge Pool (2.5m)
The most stylish pool you'll ever own.
This isn’t your neighbour’s inflatable spa. This is a sleek, stainless-steel plunge pool with year-round temperature control — and yes, you can take it with you if you move.
Features:
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Dualcore heat pump (reverse cycle: heat or cool)
Temp range: 5°C to 41°C
2.5m x 2.0m x 1.2m, seats up to 10
4 massage jets + LED lighting
Cedar exterior: Hessian or Foundry
Benefits:
Hot tub or cold plunge in one
More affordable and flexible than an in-ground pool
Fully relocatable — perfect for future-proofing your investment
Spa-level comfort with backyard practicality
4. Electric Spa Tub (1.9m)
Tech-forward spa luxury for the design-savvy.
Smart heating, remote app control, ergonomic design — this spa has it all. Perfect for daily use, small families, or quiet solo soaks.
Features:
316L marine-grade stainless steel
1.9m diameter x 1.05m height, seats 6
Massage jet
Remote app control
Insulated cover, steps, and drink tray included
Cedar cladding in Hessian or Foundry
Includes spare CH30 filter + chlorine-free treatment
Benefits:
Control water temperature and cycles via smartphone
Designed for deep comfort and clean water
High-end materials for durability and beauty
Easy to maintain — with wellness rituals in mind
5. Ice Bath+
The cool-down champion (that also heats up).
One tub. All temperatures. Whether you’re an athlete, wellness junkie, or just curious about cold plunges — this one does it all.
Features:
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Western Red Cedar exterior
Temperature range from 5°C to 41°C
Benefits:
Hot or cold soaking, depending on your mood or routine
Incredibly durable, stunning to look at
Enhances recovery, immunity, and mood
The ultimate tool for mental and physical resilience
Meet Sarah from Stoked – On-Site at Residium
Got questions? Want to feel the tubs in person?
Sarah Graham, Stoked's product expert, will be on-site at Residium Design + Building Centre to answer all your questions on Friday 25 & Saturday 26 July
Just drop in, or arrange a time HERE.
