Customer Reviews for CalderaSpas® Kauai
CalderaSpas® Kauai
Named for an island popular among vacationers, the Kauai® redefines easy living. The Kauai hot tub seats 3 adults and features the UltraMassage® lounge and EcstaSeat®. Powerful spa jets and conversation seating makes the Kauai a popular 3 person hot tub. With 20 Euro jets, 5 VersaSsage® jets and a powerful ReliaFlo® 2.0 HP pump, the Kauai is a powerhouse of pleasure.
Average Customer Rating:
4.5
out of 5
(227 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 227 reviews
5
167
4
38
3
8
2
5
1
9
22 out of 23(96%)reviewers recommend this product.
Customer Reviews for Kauai
Review 141 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Great purchase!
PostedSeptember 4, 2014
Rvingdoglady
from Quincy
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
We have had our spa for a year and love it! My husband had back surgery and I had a knee replacement and it is fantastic for those aches and pains. In general, it makes your body feel fantastic! We just closed in our patio so we do not have to deal with the snow this winter on it. Can use it even more! It was one of the best investments we have ever made!!
Response from Caldera SpasBy Jaclyn, Customer Service, September 22, 2014
Thanks for the feedback on your Caldera Kauai model spa. It is nice to know that your spa is waiting for you to relax in after a busy day. May you continue to enjoy it for many years.
Happy Hot Tubbing!
Happy Hot Tubbing!
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Review 142 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Stress reliever
PostedSeptember 4, 2014
AT
from Confluence, pa
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
I have had this spa for 2 years and I enjoy the benefits of it every night. I only need about 20 minuets to relieve the stress of my job. I also have back problems and since I bought this spa I have eliminated trips to the chiropractor. My mother also uses it to relieve pain in her hip. Overall very pleased and would recommend a caldera spa to anyone.
Response from Caldera SpasBy Jaclyn , Customer Service, September 10, 2014
Thank-you for taking the time to provide feedback on your Kauai model spa. I'm so pleased to hear that you've found it to be therapeutic and a stress reliever. May you enjoy your spa for many years to come.
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Review 143 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
So relaxing!
PostedSeptember 4, 2014
katlady1010
from Charlotte, NC
Age:35-44
Gender:female
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
My husband and I love the kauai hot tub. We use it at least 3 times a week. We have not noticed an increase in our power bill (had for 5 months). It is so relaxing to sit in the hot spa and watch the birds and wildlife.
Response from Caldera SpasBy Jaclyn, Customer Service, September 10, 2014
Thanks for the feedback on your Kauai model spa. Great to hear that you are enjoying it regularly and the photo provided is amazing. You have a fantastic view.
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Review 144 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Worth Every Penny
PostedSeptember 4, 2014
CJ
from San Antonio, Texas
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
We looked at a lot of other brands that were much less than what our Kauai cost but it was worth it. It fits our small patio perfectly and fits our needs as well. My husband and I have found that it helps with our back issues as well as relaxes us. Money well spent.
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Review 145 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
We love our Kauai spa!
PostedSeptember 4, 2014
Deb
from Upstate NY
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Love our Caldera Kauai spa! Just big enough for the two of us. Love my lounger and choice of deep seat or high seat. Easy to maintain, energy efficient we feel. Have owned for 3 years and it just sprung a leak. Dealer had to be "sat on" by factory to get it repaired as it is still under warranty. Was without my spa for two months as my spa repair took a back seat to dealers more important pool customers (typical of dealers here in the NE) but we have it back now and it appears to be working fine. Hope it gives us many more years of enjoyable use. Love to use it best in the wintertime. Something about clear cold air (30's), snow on the ground and hot water really is a relaxing experience.
Response from Caldera SpasBy Ben, Customer Service, September 11, 2014
Hello Kauai spa owner, thanks for the review! Glad to hear you continue to enjoy the spa (especially the lounger)! Sorry to hear about your spa's leak, you did the right thing by contacting your dealer. If you ever need further assistance, our customer service team at Watkins would be happy to help where and when we can, by dialing 1.800.669.1881 x8432
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Review 146 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Kauai
PostedSeptember 4, 2014
Fly guy
from Porterville, CA
Age:Over 65
Gender:male
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
Perfect size for two ! More will fit but it is a super size for couples. Spa frog is the best and we have owned spas for thirty years.
Response from Caldera SpasBy Vanessa, Customer Service, September 22, 2014
Wow! 30 years of spa ownership, that's great!. Happy to know that you rank the Caldera Kauai as the best you have had. Thank you for your feedback and Happy Hot Tubbing!
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Review 147 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Excellent Purchase
PostedSeptember 4, 2014
guyk
from Bulverde, Tx.
Age:55-65
Gender:male
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
Though we have a large plot the area where we wanted the spa is quite small and was prepared for a spa this size, along with the utilities present at the location. To have prepared another area would have been cost prohibitive.
With only two adults living here the larger Tub would have been space, preparation, and efficiency wasted. I hop to get many good years of use from this purchase,
With only two adults living here the larger Tub would have been space, preparation, and efficiency wasted. I hop to get many good years of use from this purchase,
Response from Caldera SpasBy Peggy W. , Customer Service, September 9, 2014
Good for you! By creating your own intimate retreat around the Kauai spa, you can let the world go by while you relax into hot water and jetted massages. We wish you many years of enjoyment in the Kauai.
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Review 148 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
A piece of paradise in my backyard
PostedSeptember 4, 2014
Letsk8
from Anchorage, Alaska
Age:35-44
Gender:female
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
I can't wait until I get home each day to sit in this hot tub. It's easy to maintain and the jets are amazing!
Response from Caldera SpasBy Peggy W. , Customer Service, September 9, 2014
Ahhhh...you have created a great retreat "treat" for yourself at the end of a hard workday! As you have discovered, maintaining the spa takes minimal effort and results in countless hours of jetted therapy and hot water relaxation. Enjoy!
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Review 149 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Love it!
PostedSeptember 4, 2014
DKCon
from Newport, VT
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
4
/
5
Energy Efficiency
3
/
5
Value
3
/
5
We love our Caldera Kauai. It's perfect for the two of us, and we use it year round in Vermont.
Response from Caldera SpasBy Peggy W. , Customer Service, September 9, 2014
Lovely review! I'll bet you have incredible views from the spa, yes?. If you can, go to our Facebook page and show everyone what Vermont looks like from your Kauai spa! We'd love to see your photo!
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Review 150 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Colorado Mountain Home
PostedApril 3, 2014
Tony G, (retired old phone guy)
from Rye/San Isabel, CO
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
4
/
5
Value
4
/
5
This hot tub is probably the best I've had, I've had Wind River and Sweetwater spas as well as an old Jaquzzi and this is a step above! I was reading the reviews online and I have to tell you my spa is a 2002 model and I have had zero issues with it. It has been moved twice and it still works as it did when I first bought it, I'd buy another in a heartbeat....in fact I may have to because we're thinking of moving to Oxnard CA in the next few months and we don't want to move it again!
Response from Caldera SpasBy The Caldera Spas Team , Marketing, April 8, 2014
Dear Tony,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We are so happy to hear you have been enjoying your Caldera spa. Your hot tub has enjoyed many backyards, and it sounds like it will soon be enjoying the California sun :) We wish you the best of luck if you decide to move West. Please let our team know if you have any transport questions (although it sounds like you're a real expert).
Erica
The Caldera Spas Team
Thank you for your fantastic review! We are so happy to hear you have been enjoying your Caldera spa. Your hot tub has enjoyed many backyards, and it sounds like it will soon be enjoying the California sun :) We wish you the best of luck if you decide to move West. Please let our team know if you have any transport questions (although it sounds like you're a real expert).
Erica
The Caldera Spas Team
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Review 151 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Great Hot Tub
PostedJune 18, 2013
HMan
from Sonoma County, CA
Age:55-65
Gender:male
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
This is my second caldera spa, my first one located in my last house lasted over 14 years with no problems. The Kauai, is perfect for 2-3 people. I recommend getting the ionization kit, keeps chemicals lasting longer, Also get the from spa kit which are two chemical products that auto dispense, reducing 90 percent of having to frequently add chemicals.
I researched and viewed many of the competitors and Caldera used higher quality parts. Also note that they use Watkins Johnson motors also used by Hot Springs Spas. My new house came with a Jetsetter Hot Springs spa and after 16 years the motor gave out. I looked at the latest Jetsetter and it still only had 17 jets vs 31 jets in the caldera AND the Caldera was about the same price!
Response from Caldera SpasBy Steve, Customer Service, June 19, 2013
Thank you for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear (and see!) your spa is delivering as advertised! It certainly fits nicely on your patio. Thank you for your loyalty and please contact us at 800-669-1881 at any time if we can help you.
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Review 152 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Perfect Size for our Lanai
PostedApril 9, 2013
McK
from Valrico FL
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
4
/
5
Energy Efficiency
4
/
5
Value
4
/
5
Having had a larger spa taking up a lot of space, this Kauai is perfect for us!
Low profile and it does not dominate our space - love the attractive color, and so easy to take care of inside and out!
great tips from our Caldera Dealer for set up and maintenance, and the Spa Frog system is great !
Response from Caldera SpasBy The Caldera Hot Tub Team, Marketing, June 5, 2013
I am happy to hear you are enjoying your Kauai! The spa sounds like the perfect addition to your space. Thank you for joining the Caldera family and being an excellent customer. Please let our team know if you need any assistance in the future.
Erica
The Caldera Hot Tub Team
Erica
The Caldera Hot Tub Team
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Review 153 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
KAUAI SPA
PostedApril 9, 2013
Jim
from Riverview, FL
Age:55-65
Gender:male
Very nice spa. Great pressure. Highly recommend. Very cost efficient.
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Review 154 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Well worth the money!!
PostedApril 9, 2013
Suz51
from Lawton, OK
Age:55-65
Gender:female
I love the set up of the Kauai. The lounger with the jets on my legs is the best thing after a day of working/ standing on my feet. The side seats have the most wonderful jets for lower back and shoulders. I really get a great massage sitting in either seat. So glad that I searched until I found what I wnated in a hot tub!!!
Response from Caldera SpasBy The Caldera Hot Tub Team, Marketing, June 11, 2013
Thank you for your review! I am so pleased you found the perfect hot tub for you, and we are thrilled you chose a Kauai. The jets are great for a morning or event soak. Please let our team know if you need any assistance in the future.
Erica
The Caldera Hot Tub Team
Erica
The Caldera Hot Tub Team
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Review 155 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Perfect for Me
PostedApril 9, 2013
bigalo210
from United States
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
After suffering from 2 car accidents and 1 motorcycle accident I decided to treat myself to a spa. I knew I would be the only one predominantly to go in it frequently in my family. My children are still to young to use it and my wife doesn't have much interest. With that being said I chose the Kaui model which is perfect for 1 person - or 2 (if you don't mind sacrificing jet pressure). It is great and powerful when I am in it alone - but if you are in it with 1 or 2 more people that want the jets as well you must sacrifice and evenly distribute the pressure.
There are a nice amount of jets - and will equal distribution you can still certainly feel them, but not therapeutically. When I am alone I direct all of the pressure to my specific seat and they feel great. I hop from 1 seat to another and with a quick adjustment the pressure follows me around the tub.
In an nutshell, the tub is great for 1 person who would like hydrotherapy; 2 people for simple relaxation; 3 people is slightly tight (a little awkward with leg room) - but all in all great for my needs. The Spa Frog also is an easy system to maintain the chemicals.
There are a nice amount of jets - and will equal distribution you can still certainly feel them, but not therapeutically. When I am alone I direct all of the pressure to my specific seat and they feel great. I hop from 1 seat to another and with a quick adjustment the pressure follows me around the tub.
In an nutshell, the tub is great for 1 person who would like hydrotherapy; 2 people for simple relaxation; 3 people is slightly tight (a little awkward with leg room) - but all in all great for my needs. The Spa Frog also is an easy system to maintain the chemicals.
Response from Caldera SpasBy The Caldera Hot Tub Team, Marketing, June 7, 2013
I am so glad to hear the Kauai has been an excellent treat. Moving from seat to seat is an excellent way to enjoy the benefits of the jets. Please let our team know if you need assistance with your spa. We want you and your family to enjoy the hot tub together for many years to come.
Erica
The Caldera Hot Tub Team
Erica
The Caldera Hot Tub Team
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Review 156 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
was worth the wait
PostedApril 8, 2013
at
from confluence, pa
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
I love this tub, I have had back problems for a couple of years. When I would go on vacation I would use the hot tub at the hotel and just feel great afterward. I vowed to save enough money and buy a good quality tub for myself. After saving and reviewing hot tub after hot tub I found that the Kauai had the right size and perfect location of therapy jets to fit my needs. Now after the first 4 months I can say this is the best purchase and was worth the wait. I have also saved a large amount on chiropractic services.
Response from Caldera SpasBy The Caldera Hot Tub Team, Marketing, June 6, 2013
Thank you for your review! I am so pleased the Kauai is able to improve your back pain, and that you have seen the benefits of hot tub ownership in such a short amount of time. We encourage you to share more of your experiences with us, and with friends and family. Please let our team know if you need any assistance in the future.
Erica
The Caldera Hot Tub Team
Erica
The Caldera Hot Tub Team
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Review 157 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
enjoying our spa
PostedApril 8, 2013
novastien
from pawcatuck, ct.
Age:55-65
Gender:male
Comfort
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
we really enjoy this spa. It is a 3 person spa which is what we wanted. I'm 6'5" and I fit in it very well. That was a big problem when we were looking for a new spa. This is our second new spa and would recomend this unit to anyone looking for this size spa.
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Review 158 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Sweeet!
PostedApril 8, 2013
K & D
from Newport, VT
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
4
/
5
Energy Efficiency
3
/
5
Value
4
/
5
We enjoy our Kauai tub so much! On cold Vermont nights when you are chilled to the bone, it's magical. I expect we will be using it even more on cool summer evenings.
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Review 159 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
I LOVE my little KAUAI SPA!
PostedApril 8, 2013
Kauaispa
from Florida
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
I'm in my spa at least 3 x's/week - the jets are positioned perfectly to soothe the aching muscles, relieve the stress and renew my body, mind and soul. It's energy efficient, quiet....drains in an hour, fills in an hour and heats up overnight. No complaints.
Not only is the tub a product of quality but the people at Watkins blew me out of the water! They stand behind their product! They have integrity... what a concept, eh? something rare in this age of 'no accountability' in America. After 5 years in the Florida summer sun, I got a few small bubbles in the shell lining of the tub.....the people I bought the tub from came out, took pictures and sent off a claim to
Watkins, maufacturer's of the Caldera Spa. Lo! Behold! OMG! can this be..??? I received a letter stating the shell IS covered under the original warrantee and I would receive a replacement hot tub. Yup! within 4 weeks, a brand new 2012 Kauai model hot tub was delivered! WOW!
Thank you Watkins, thank you so much, for reaffirming my faith that all is NOT lost in the business people of America. I am so glad I chose this Caldera tub......you guys are great!!
Watkins, maufacturer's of the Caldera Spa. Lo! Behold! OMG! can this be..??? I received a letter stating the shell IS covered under the original warrantee and I would receive a replacement hot tub. Yup! within 4 weeks, a brand new 2012 Kauai model hot tub was delivered! WOW!
Thank you Watkins, thank you so much, for reaffirming my faith that all is NOT lost in the business people of America. I am so glad I chose this Caldera tub......you guys are great!!
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Review 160 for Kauai
Overall rating
5
/
5
Big things come in small packages !
PostedMay 12, 2012
RH58
from Connecticut
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
The Kauai is the 1st hot tub we have purchased and love it. The small size of only 220 gallons of water has not seen our electric bill go up very much. We have had 4 adults in the spa but typically it is meant for 3 adults as 1 seat acts as a recliner and then 2 additional seats. We have had it for almost a year and feel it is one of the greatest purchases we have ever made. We try to go in every nite. It's most rewarding after a long hard day of work to come home, grab a glass of wine or cold beer and relax in the hot tub. We would recommend everyone getting one.
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