Health and wellness have become a permanent staple on social media. It’s no surprise that experts predict spa-inspired bathrooms will trend in 2026. Zillow's Home Trends Report shows that searches for spa-inspired bathrooms have increased by 22 percent on the home-hunting website, while searches for wellness features have risen by 33 percent. Now more than ever, intentional living with a side of luxury is at the forefront of homeowners’ minds. Features like saunas and even wet rooms are set to make time spent in the bathroom feel restful and restorative.
Luxury upgrades designed to enhance self-care aren’t the only ways homeowners will be turning their bathrooms into personal sanctuaries. Experts predict that homeowners will use design to evoke a sense of tranquility. Modern flooring, intentional lighting, and natural stones all work to make the bathroom feel like a retreat. Strategic color choices will also help turn typical bathrooms into home spas.
What better way to ring in the new year than with a new spa-inspired bathroom? If you’re ready for a bathroom overhaul, there are several upgrades, big and small, that can turn your bathroom into the spa oasis of your dreams.
If a bathroom remodel is in order, take the opportunity to add a wellness feature, such as a custom home sauna, to bring the health benefits of a spa trip right at home. Home saunas are trending for good reason. Using a sauna is a great way to reduce stress and sweat out toxins. Hot tubs are another option for relaxation. A nice long soak in a hot tub helps relax the muscles, relieve stress, and even improve sleep. Don't forget to include natural stone, adaptive lighting, and wooden elements to complete the vibe.
You can still turn your bathroom into a home spa without a major renovation. Prefab home saunas are available for purchase at multiple price points. You can also turn your existing tub into a hot tub with easy-to-install portable jet systems that create hot tub bubbles in a standard tub. If you have a higher budget and a knack for DIY projects, you can install permanent jets. Beyond the bubbles, using an inexpensive cover for your tub's emergency drain gives you a few extra inches of water for a deep soak. A portable water heater keeps your bath at the perfect temperature for as long as you want.
You can also embrace the spa-inspired bathroom trend with a few simple design tweaks. Color is more influential than you might think. A bathroom painted with muted greens and warm neutrals is much more soothing than stark white. Stone is also having its moment in 2026 for its grounded-in-nature feel. Calacatta Viola and Arabescato marble are trending for their deep, dramatic veining. Quartzite is also surging in popularity for its durability and organic beauty.
Features like saunas and even wet rooms are set to make time spent in the bathroom feel restful and restorative.