20 reasons why you need to buy our spa headrest

Simone Ashton

A good headrest makes a real difference to how comfortable a soak feels. This guide explains the types of spa headrest and pillow we sell, which Canadian Spa models each one fits, and how to fit and look after them.

Why a headrest matters in a hot tub

  • Neck and head support: a pillow cushions the hard edge of the spa so you can lean back and relax.
  • A seat anywhere: a weighted headrest lets you make any spot comfortable, not just the moulded seats.
  • Replacing a worn pillow: original pillows wear over time, and a matched replacement restores the comfort and look of your spa.
  • Extra features: some replacement pillows include an LED light.

Types of headrest

Type How it stays in place Best for
Weighted headrest A long weighted tail lies across the top of the spa edge Any seat, portable and acrylic spas
Replacement bread or U-shape pillow Fits the pillow position on specific models Replacing a worn original pillow
Full pillow set Replaces every pillow on a specific model Older spas where all the pillows are worn

Universal weighted headrests

The weighted spa headrest (black, rounded) costs £25 and works with both portable and acrylic spas. According to the product page:

  • The weighted end lies across the top of the spa and stops the pillow moving while you relax.
  • It is ergonomically shaped to support your neck and head.
  • It is made from durable, weather-resistant marine-grade vinyl.
  • It dries quickly and has a smooth surface that is easy to wipe clean.
  • It can be removed when not in use, which helps it last longer.
  • It measures 29 x 14 x 7 cm.

There is also a rectangular weighted headrest in black with logo, also £25.

How to fit a weighted headrest

  1. Choose the seat you want to use.
  2. Lay the pillow against the inside of the spa edge with the weighted tail over the top, outside the water.
  3. Adjust it so it meets the back of your neck.
  4. Lift it out after your soak if the spa will not be used for a while.

Replacement pillows by model

Pillow Fits (from the product page) Price
Universal bread pillow Many Canadian Spas from 2009 onwards, including Toronto, Thunder Bay, Calgary, Niagara, Winnipeg, Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Victoria and Yukon. Replaces the discontinued pillow without logo. £34.95
Rectangle headrest with LED light, Black Ice Alberta SF, Kingston SF, Erie SE, London SE, Kelowna, Halifax SF and Cambridge. 6 x 20 x 30 cm, 500 g. £34.99
U-shape black EVA pillow, Hurricane series Ottawa, Grand Bend and Michigan £34.99
Small Yukon lounger pillow, two-tone grey Yukon lounger £34.99
Canadian Spa 2000 Vancouver pillow Older Vancouver spas £49.99

Full pillow sets for older models

Set What it includes or fits Price
Thunder Bay LE / Platinum full set 2 pillows, for the Thunder Bay LE or Platinum (typically cedar sides with a blue shell) £69.98
Hudson Bay / Yukon Platinum full set Full cushion and pillow set for the Hudson Bay or Yukon Platinum £104.98
Alberta Platinum 2007 to 2009 full set 3 pillows: a banana pillow, a NeckBlaster pillow (part 857) and a headrest. It does not fit the 2001 to 2007 or 2010 Alberta Platinum. £199

Choosing the right one

  1. Find your spa's model name and roughly when it was made.
  2. Check the tables above. Some models appear under more than one pillow because styles changed over the years, so compare the shape of your current pillow with the product photos.
  3. If you only want extra comfort at any seat, choose a weighted headrest.
  4. If you are unsure, call us on 01293 824094 with your model and a photo of the old pillow.

Care

  • Wipe pillows clean with a soft cloth.
  • Take removable headrests out when the spa is not in use to help them last longer.

Sitting too low to reach the pillow?

Our water-filled booster seat cushion (£12.95) adds 8 to 13 cm of height, so your neck lines up with the headrest.

Choosing a hot tub?

Compare our hot tubs and swim spas, or visit our showroom near Gatwick.

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