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Mountain Hot Tub has been the best choice in Bozeman for over 40 years. Established in 1979 by Tom Walker and Scott Smith, MHT started out installing redwood hot tubs, building them one at a time. The company now is one of the most successful of its kind in the country. Recognized by Aqua Magazine as one of the Top 100 pool and spa dealers several times over, MHT was inducted into the Aqua 100 Hall of Fame in 2005.

Kelly King

Co-Owner & President

Kelly King

Co-Owner & President


Moved to Bozeman in 1995 to join the Mountain Hot Tub team. Became the owner of the company in 2014. Happily married in 2009 to Shirley, who runs the company with me.

Started out in the hot tub business as a service technician in 1989, owned a hot tub service company and managed hot tub stores in Helena, Boise, Idaho Falls and Vail, CO.

Served 6 years in the Navy in the nuclear power division, operating the electrical power plant on the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson. Sailed all over the world while learning everything I would need to know to be able to fix a hot tub in my next life.

Love living in Bozeman where I can enjoy the outdoors fishing, canoeing, and riding my motorcycle with Shirley across the West. Especially enjoy spending time in my home town of Spencer, Idaho where we regularly rendezvous with my family, including my 3 children: Nate, Stephany and Adam, and my 4 grandchildren: Alyssa, Alivia, Hayden and Allison.

It has been a privilege to work with Tom and Scott at Mountain Hot Tub. I have worked with Tom as his general manager since 2001, after Scott was taken from us in an accident. The culture of Mountain Hot Tub is one of respect, humility and patience and our unwritten mission statement has always been “Blow people away with service and sell [lots] of spas”.

Shirley and I enjoy using our Hot Spring Envoy NXT to unwind at the end of the day and reconnect under the star filled night sky. It’s also a great time watching the grandkids play in the hot tub when they come to visit – 4 smiling faces in the steam rising from the hot water on a cold winter day just can’t be beat!

We hope that if you are considering owning your own hot tub that you would stop by and visit with us. I believe that there is nobody that can provide a better experience for you in choosing the right spa and making it something you will enjoy having.

Shirley King

Co-Owner & Admin Support

Shirley King

Co-Owner & Admin Support


I am happily married to Kelly King, the other co-owner.

Previously worked for the Federal Bureau of Investigation for 20 years and the Gallatin County Detention Center for 2 years. United States Navy Corpsman for 4 years.

Enjoy fishing, hiking, canoeing, camping and motorcycling (as a passenger on my husband’s bike) in the summer. Snowshoeing and cross country skiing in Spencer, ID in the winter.

Enjoy soaking & relaxing in our Hot Spring Envoy NXT almost every day!

Looking forward to meeting our current and future hot tub customers in the store or at any of our store events!

Jake P.

Controller for all locations

Rachel B.

Controller for all locations


Holly R.

Administrative Support for all locations

Holly R.

Administrative Support for all locations


Been with MHT since 2005.
I enjoy camping and skiing with my family.

My hot tub is a Limelight Pulse. I love the rotary jets!

I love living in Bozeman and enjoy all the activities it has to offer for my family and myself!

Jeff B.

Sales & Customer Service

Jeff B.

Sales & Customer Service


Been with MHT since 2001.

I have a 2003 Hot Spring Vanguard with Spaudio that I soak in every morning before work, with a cup of coffee!

My nickname is Cowabunga!

I am an avid snowboarder, fly fisherman and mountain biker. I was also in the premier issue of Snowboarder Magazine, back when I lived in Big Sky MT!

I have 4 kids: 2 girls, Destiny and Stara; and 2 boys, Dylan and Chase.

I also have 4 furry kids! 2 dogs named Baxter and Roxie, plus two cats named Dewey and Oreo.

Jerimiah R.

Sales, Social Media & Customer Service

Jerimiah R.

Sales, Social Media & Customer Service


I came to Bozeman and joined the Mountain Hot Tub team in 2006. I’ve found the Bozeman are to be a beautiful place to live and play. Working with the team at Mountain Hot Tub is both enjoyable and rewarding!

I spent many of my years in the hot Arizona summers in Phoenix and Tucson where I worked in law enforcement in the Tucson area before moving to Montana.

I enjoy hunting, shooting sports, off-road driving and spending time with my three kids (we love snow sledding)!

I enjoy hot tubbing whenever I can as I find it amazingly relaxing! However, I personally own a Far-Infrared & Traditional combination sauna and love it! I truly believe that heat therapy through hot water immersion or sauna can truly benefit your life.

I enjoy helping customers find peace and relaxation in their hot tub! Periodically you’ll find me teaching one of several free water care classes Mountain Hot Tub provides to it’s customers each year. Simply selling a “product” isn’t good enough for me. I believe that taking the time to educate our customers helps them more easily manage their hot tubs and enjoy them that much more!

My favorite hot tub model is the Hot Spring Jetsetter NXT! I find this spa to have great massage therapy in a small package!

Mark B.

In Shop Foreman

Mark B.

In Shop Foreman


Been with MHT since 201
My favorite hot tub is the Envoy NXT!

I love hunting, fishing, being a Dad and watching the Dallas Cowboys.

My favorite part of working at Mountain Hot Tub is that we are one big, happy family!

Gimel

Service & Delivery Coordinator

Gimel

Service & Delivery Coordinator


Been with MHT since 2012

I enjoy soaking with my husband and 2 kids in our Sovereign – I’m a Hot Tubber!!

Someday I hope to get a new Vanguard.

I love photography, garage sales/thrift shopping, and watching movies with my family at home.

Shannon S.

Sales & Customer Service

Shannon S.

Sales & Customer Service


Been with MHT since 2013

Proud member of the National Guard for over 2 years. I am a Cav Scout and I get to drive a Bradley

My favorite hot tub, hands down, is the Envoy NXT

My hobbies are shooting guns, 4 wheeling and BBQ’s

I’ve been to Tahiti and want to visit Thailand and Australia someday!

Red M.

Customer Service

Red M.

Customer Service


Been with MHT since 2014

I have an Envoy NXT and I love it!

I am from Bozeman Montana.

I enjoy fishing, spending time with my family, working on cars and sitting in my hot tub!

Jake S.

Service & Delivery Tech – Butte MT

Jake S.

Service & Delivery Tech – Butte MT


Been with MHT since 2007

My parents have managed Mountain Hot Tub in Butte for over 20 years, so I feel like I have been raised around the hot tub industry.

Over the years I have become a Factory Certified Technician.

I have been sitting in hot tubs since I was 3 years old!

In my free time I enjoy hunting, camping, and fishing in Montana. I use my hot tub every morning and every evening. It is just a great way for me to start and end my busy days!

I really enjoy working with the customers and look forward to growing with Mountain Hot Tub. Some of the highlights of my day are dealing with the customers.

Charli W.

Sales & Customer Service – Butte MT

Charli W.

Salse & Customer Service – Butte MT


Been with MHT since 2008

Over the years I have participated in several sales, marketing & educational seminars to better assist customers in finding the perfect hot tub for their needs!

I have been sitting in hot tubs since I was a toddler, and I enjoy soaking with my family in our Grandee hot tub that we have had for many years.

I really enjoy my hot tub after a long weekend of camping in MT and especially in the winter after hitting the slopes all day!

I enjoy working for Mountain Hot Tub and can envision myself working here for many years to come!

Brandon M.

Sales & Customer Service

Brandon M.

Sales & Customer Serivce


Been with MHT since 1989.

I have worked in all aspects of the spa industry (service, sales and everything in between) for over 25 years.

My hobbies include cooking, hiking, biking and all other outdoor activities.

My passions are guns and aircraft!

Eric R.

Store & Service Manager – Helena MT

Eric R.

Store & Service Manager – Helena MT


Been with MHT since 2001.

Working for the Hot Tub Capital of the World for over 13 years has been an amazing experience!

I was born and raised in Helena, MT.

I love watching sports especially the SEATTLE SEAHAWKS. I also enjoy hanging out with my family and friends, vacationing, going to the beach (my family and I love the water), and golfing.

I have two amazing kids. Austin is 9 and Jackson is 2. I really enjoy going to activities with them and sometimes I also coach my sons teams. My wife Renee has been lucky enough to be with me for over 15 years!

Hot Tubs are great and you should buy one if you are reading this.

Michelle H.

Accounts Payable

Michelle H.

Accounts Payable


Daniel C.

Service Manager

Daniel C.

Service Manager


Isaac W.

Delivery Manager

Isaac W.

Delivery Technician


I have lived in Montana for nearly my entire life and returned to Mountain Hot Tub after a 15 month stay in Seattle, Washington. I started at MHT in 2002 and am so happy to be back in Bozeman.

Everyone should have a hot tub and you will feel better when you do!

When I am not working I love to play and write music with my wife, who is a great jazz singer.

I have three amazing kids: Brielle is 6, Gibson is almost 3 and Gavin is 1.

I love to chase wildlife and fly fish and have always been involved in youth sports in one way or another having coached and officiated at all levels.

You might see me on the baseball field this summer umpiring the area American Legion Baseball teams.

I also am a firm believer in the golf course being my second office!

Unwinding in a hot tub really does improve your quality of life and I look forward to helping you find one that meets your specific needs.

Lili S.

Service Coordinator

Lili S.

Service Coordinator


Mallory S.

Valet Manager

Mallory S.

Valet Manager


Jonathan “JJ” L.

Service Technician

Jonathan “JJ” L.

Service Technician


Logan M.

Delivery Technician

Logan M.

Delivery Technician


Jack S.

Special Projects Director

Jack S.

Special Projects Director


Max B.

General Manager

Max B.

General Manager


Eric D.

Warehouse Manager

Eric D.

Warehouse Manager


Zane N.

Delivery Tech

Zane N.

Delivery Tech


Andrea S.

Service Coordinator

Andrea S.

Service Coordinator


Sarah E.

Customer Service Specialist

Sarah E.

Customer Service Specialist


Myles

Bob R.

Sales Professional

Bob R.

Sales Professional


Micah H.

Service Technician

Micah H.

Service Technician


Candace C.

Service Coordinator

Candace C.

Service Coordinator


Chloe A.

Service Coordinator

Chloe A.

Service Coordinator


Bryn W.

Technical Support Specialist

Bryn W.

Technical Support Specialist


Colby G.

Valet Tech

Colby G.

Valet Tech


Joe M.

Retail & Delivery

Joe M.

Retail & Delivery


Ali S.

Retail Counter Sales

Ali S.

Retail Counter Sales


Mountain Hot Tub Awards

  • 1995 Dealer of the Year
  • 2002 Scott Smith Superior Customer Satisfaction named after co-founder
  • 7 times Aqua 100 Award (Aqua Magazine (top 100 Pool and Spa dealers in America) Aqua Magazine Hall of Fame Dealer (fewer than 70 Pool and Spa dealers)
  • 5 times Territory Dealer of the Year
  • Superior Customer Service Awards
  • Professional Marketing awards
  • 2016 Star Ratings USA Dealer of the Year
  • 2016 Star Ratings USA MVP Hall of Fame Inductee


The Right Company

Choosing the right company to buy your hot tub from is as important as choosing the right brand of hot tub. We want to share with you some of the things that we feel make Mountain Hot Tub the best choice.

Experience

We are #1. Nobody in Montana has more experience in the hot tub business as Mountain Hot Tub. Our staff has an average of over 8 years experience, many of whom have over 10 years, and some have over 20 years of making their living in the hot tub world.

Established in 1979, founders Tom Walker and Scott Smith started out building the original redwood hot tubs. The company has grown into one of the top dealers not only in Montana, but we are recognized throughout the country as one of the best retailers specializing in hot tubs.

Integrity and commitment

When co-founder Scott Smith passed away in 2001, Hot Spring Spas created the Scott Smith Superior Customer Satisfaction Award. We continue to hold up the high standards that earned that credit, doing the right thing for our customers and keeping to our word.

We support our community in many ways, including our support of Montana Special Olympics. Every year we provide a hot tub for the brave folks that raise money for them and then jump in the icy water during their annual Polar Plunge event.

Care for our environment

By having a trained staff with the best products available for water care, we ensure that hot tubbers are getting the longest possible life of the water in their spa with the least amount of chemicals. Using Silk Balance or the new Freshwater Salt System can extend the water life even longer. These products are only available at the very best hot tub dealers in the country.

Our company uses recycling for our packaging and paper products and we strive to operate with as little paper as possible, for example using electronic payment methods and email as much as we can, which our customers like for ease and convenience.

We have also updated our service fleet with more fuel efficient vehicles that can carry more product on board, requiring fewer trips to do the job right.

The spas that we carry are the most energy efficient brands on the market today and are all certified to comply with the California Energy Commission standards.

Our History

  • Established as a corporation in 1979 in Bozeman. We’ve had the same phone number ever since.
  • Moved into the previous location on West Main Street in Bozeman in 1989.
  • Opened our Butte location in 1989.
  • Opened our Helena location in 1993.
  • Opened our five thousand square foot Service Center and Warehouse in Bozeman in 2003.
  • Moved our Showroom, Service Center, and Warehouse all under one roof at our current location on Huffine Street in Bozeman in 2019.

We strive everyday to exceed our customer expectations and provide the best hot tub ownership experience. We know everyone says they are the best and, at the risk of bragging, here are some results of our dedication and industry professionalism:


Hot Spring Awards and Honors

Consumers Digest Best Buy
Hot Spring Spas is the only hot tub manufacturer to have one of its hot tubs named a Best Buy each of the seven times Consumers Digest has rated spas, most recently the Aria® spa (1986, 1992, 1995, 1998, 2003, 2007, 2011)

 

awward2ISO Certified
The Highlife™ collection is certified by Lloyd’s Register to be in accordance with ISO 9001:2008, the highest international standard for design and manufacturing excellence

 

award3SpaSearch Certification
For providing a superior ownership experience, Hot Spring has earned the SpaSearch Certification every year since the award’s inception in 2005.


Recognition in Energy Savings

  • ENVY Award for energy efficient hot tub design (2008). Awarded by INDESIGN Institute for Innovative Design (a research and development institute near Munich, Germany).
  • All Hot Spring Spas are certified to the California Energy Commission (CEC)

fyp-winner-100x96The State of California Flex Your Power award was given to the Hot Spring Manufacturing facility for leadership in energy-efficient manufacturing operations (2008).


Special Olympics Plunge

For several years now, MHT has helped Montana Special Olympics with their annual Polar Plunge events in Bozeman and Helena. We provide a hot tub full of hot water for the brave but cold fundraisers that jump in the frozen lakes to raise money for this very special organization. Here are links to some of these events:

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