A fresh-fill hot tub for holiday homes and short-stay accommodation.
AQVA Kimono seats four in 1300 × 1300 mm. It is filled with fresh water for each use and drained afterwards, so no spa water is left standing between guests.
Why fresh-fill suits a short-stay property.
Most spa pools are designed to stay full: filtered, sanitised and ready to use every day of the year, whether anyone is using them or not. Kimono is filled with fresh water for each use and drained afterwards, so between guests there is nothing to keep heated, filtered and sanitised.
That is a trade-off, not a rule. If guests will use a spa every evening, a conventional spa may suit the property better.
Four people in 1.69 m².
Kimono gives four people dedicated seating inside a 1300 × 1300 mm footprint: 1.69 m² of deck, courtyard or garden. A 2 × 2 m conventional spa, as an example, takes 4 m².
Turnover between guests.
Each use runs the same way: fill, soak, drain, wipe down.
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| Fill | Filled with warm water from the property's hot-water supply. |
| Soak | Seats four. The tub is designed to hold the heat of the water. |
| Drain | Drained after each use, so no water is left standing for the next guest. |
| Wipe down | A wipe-down, and it is ready for the next fill. |
Rules by state.
Rules for spas at holiday rentals and short-stay accommodation differ by state. Sources checked 25 Oct 2026.
| State | What the rules say |
|---|---|
| VIC | A spa pool emptied after each use is an exempt aquatic facility (Department of Health). Outdoor spas still need a compliant barrier (Victorian Building Authority). |
| NSW | Public spa rules cover spas holding more than 680 L (NSW Health). Short-stay rentals need registration and a compliance certificate. At about 550 L, Kimono sits outside the public spa definition. |
| QLD | All spas need a barrier (Brisbane City Council). |
| WA | A spa at a short-stay property run as a business is an aquatic facility, with no drain-after-use exemption (WA Health). |
Rules change and vary by council. Check with your council before you install. This is not legal advice.
Kimono 1300 specifications.
| Seats | Four |
|---|---|
| Footprint | 1300 × 1300 mm |
| External height | 820 mm high as an insert, 905 mm freestanding |
| Jets | 28 stainless-steel hydrotherapy jets |
| Made | Made in Melbourne. Pumps, jets and fittings are imported. |
| Brim capacity | About 550 L |
| Water | Filled with warm water from the property's hot-water supply for each use, then drained. No chlorine or chemicals are added. |
| Heat | Designed to hold the heat of the water |
| Electrical supply | Two 10 A supplies |
| Dry weight | About 65–70 kg |
| Outdoor use | Yes. UV-stable gelcoat |
Warranty.
Insert baths carry a 15-year domestic warranty, and freestanding baths 10 years, against manufacturing defects in bath structure and surface. Domestic use means clean fresh water, filled and emptied each use, subject to correct installation, use and maintenance. A separate two-year warranty applies to commercial installations. Full terms are on the warranty page.
Frequently asked questions.
Can I use the Kimono in an Airbnb or holiday rental?
Yes, under the same safety rules as any outdoor spa. Kimono is filled with fresh water for each use and drained afterwards, so no spa water is left standing between guests. Rules for spas at holiday rentals and short-stay accommodation differ by state. In Victoria, a spa pool emptied after each use is an exempt aquatic facility. In Western Australia, a spa at a short-stay property run as a business is an aquatic facility, with no drain-after-use exemption. In New South Wales, short-stay rentals need registration and a compliance certificate. Rules change and vary by council. Check with your council before you install.
Do I need a pool fence for a Kimono?
Outdoors, usually yes. In Victoria and Queensland, an outdoor spa needs a compliant barrier. Rules change and vary by council. Check with your council before you install.
Does a fresh-fill hot tub need chlorine?
No. It's filled with fresh water for each use and drained afterwards, so no water is kept standing to dose with chlorine.
How is the water heated?
It's filled with warm water from the property's hot-water supply, and the tub is designed to hold the heat.
How much water does it use?
About 550 L when filled to the brim.
Get Kimono pricing + requirements
Kimono 1300 is quoted project by project. Tell us about the property and we'll come back with configuration, price options and installation requirements.