Wholesale Towels — Bulk Buy Direct from a UK Manufacturer
The Towel Shop manufactures and supplies wholesale towels in bulk to hotels, gyms, spas, salons, care homes and trade buyers across the UK. No minimum order — buy a single towel or a full commercial case at the same competitive price. Cotton, Egyptian cotton and bamboo options from 400 to 700 GSM.
Call us on 01204 455755 for trade accounts, volume pricing and large orders. Free UK delivery on orders over £35. Dispatched from Bolton, Lancashire.
Wholesale Towels — What We Supply
We manufacture and supply wholesale towels in bulk across the UK. Our range covers every commercial requirement from lightweight institutional towels for high-turnover environments to 700 GSM luxury bath sheets for premium hospitality settings.
Whether you need to bulk buy bath towels for a hotel, source wholesale bath sheets for a spa, or stock up on trade towels for a gym or care home — this is the right place.
Available to order in bulk:
- Bath towels (wholesale and bulk packs)
- Bath sheets (wholesale quantities, all GSM weights)
- Hand towels (trade supply, no minimum)
- Gym and leisure towels (bulk buy, fast-drying)
- Tea towels (wholesale from £0.72 per towel)
- Face cloths (ideal for hotels, salons, spas and care settings )
- Hotel towels (white hospitality towels for guest accommodation)
- Towel bale sets (matching towel bundles for convenient bulk buying)
Why Buy Wholesale Towels From Us?
Manufacturer direct — no middleman markup We manufacture our own towels and supply direct. No distributor between you and the product. That means consistent quality across every batch and better value per unit than resellers can offer.
No minimum order for wholesale or bulk Order one or one thousand at the same price. No trade account required to access wholesale pricing. Whether you need to bulk buy towels for a hotel opening or buy towels in bulk for a care home restock, the minimum is zero.
Bulk buy savings built into pack sizes The more you order, the lower the cost per towel. Select the largest box quantity available to get the lowest unit price. For very large volume orders contact our trade team for dedicated pricing.
Consistent quality batch to batch In-house manufacturing means every box matches the last. No surprise variation in colour, GSM or construction when you reorder.
Fast UK dispatch from Bolton Large wholesale stock held in our Lancashire warehouse. No long lead times on standard lines. Typical dispatch within 1-3 working days.
365-day returns. Our 365-day returns policy gives added confidence when ordering in volume.
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Wholesale Towels by GSM — Trade Buyer Guide
Choosing the right GSM for bulk buying affects laundry turnaround, replacement cost and guest experience. Here is what trade buyers typically specify:
|
GSM |
Drying Time |
Typical Bulk Buyer |
Best For |
|
400 GSM |
Fast |
Gyms, NHS, care homes, hostels |
High-turnover, fast laundry cycles |
|
450 GSM |
Moderate |
Leisure centres, B&Bs, schools |
Balance of comfort and turnaround |
|
500 GSM |
Moderate |
Hotels, guest houses, salons |
Mid-range hospitality standard |
|
600 GSM |
Slower |
Boutique hotels, spas |
Premium guest experience |
|
700 GSM |
Slowest |
Luxury hotels, 5-star settings |
Maximum plush, slow volume |
Need help comparing towel weights and materials? Read our complete bath towel buying guide.
For most hotel and gym wholesale buyers, 400–500 GSM is the most practical bulk buy choice. Lower drying time means lower energy costs and faster turnaround between guest stays.
Browse by weight: 400 GSM Towels | 500 GSM Towels | 600 GSM Towels | 700 GSM Towels.
Standard Towel Sizes
- Face Cloth – 30 x 30 cm
- Hand Towel – 50 x 85 cm
- Bath Towel – 70 x 130 cm
- Bath Sheet – 90 x 150 cm / 100 x 150 cm
For buyers wanting extra coverage, see our guide to bath sheets and oversized towels.
Wholesale Bath Towels and Bath Sheets
Our most popular bulk buy lines for hotels, B&Bs and hospitality settings:
Wholesale Bath Towels — 70 x 130 cm standard. Available in 400, 500 and 600 GSM. Ring-spun cotton construction on the institutional range for durability through commercial laundering. White is the most popular colour for hotels due to hygiene monitoring and bleach tolerance. View wholesale bath towels.
Wholesale Bath Sheets — 90 x 150 cm. More coverage than a standard bath towel. Popular with spas, premium hotels and Airbnb hosts who want guests to notice the quality. Available in multiple GSM weights and colours including our 700 GSM Royal Egyptian range. View wholesale bath sheets.
Who Buys Wholesale Towels From Us
We supply bulk towels to trade buyers across the UK including:
- Hotels, B&Bs and guest houses
- Gyms and fitness centres
- Swimming pools and leisure centres
- Spas and wellness centres
- Salons and barbershops
- Care homes and nursing facilities
- NHS and healthcare settings
- Schools and student accommodation
- Holiday lets and Airbnb properties
- Online retailers and towel resellers
- Prisons and government facilities
- Restaurants and hospitality businesses
No minimum order. Trade pricing available to all buyers regardless of order size. Contact us for large volume enquiries and custom requirements.
Cheap Towels in Bulk — Value Without Compromising Quality
Looking to buy cheap towels in bulk without sacrificing performance? Our 400 GSM institutional range starts from under £2 per towel in bulk quantities — giving you commercial-grade ring-spun cotton construction at a price that works for high-volume buyers.
These are not cheap in quality — they are competitively priced because we manufacture direct and cut out the middleman. They are used daily in NHS facilities, care homes and busy gyms that need durable towels at scale without large per-unit costs.
Looking for the best-value options or planning a larger order? Browse our cheapest bulk towels and read why buying towels in bulk can be a cost-effective choice for businesses and organisations.
Towel Wholesalers vs Direct Manufacturer — Why It Matters
Most bulk towel suppliers are wholesalers — they buy from manufacturers and resell with a markup. We are the manufacturer.
That means:
- Lower prices per unit at every volume level
- Consistent specification across every batch
- No intermediary that can change products without warning
- Direct relationship with production for custom requirements
When you bulk buy towels from us, you are buying from the source.
Hotel Towels Wholesale
For hotels buying towels wholesale in the UK, our most popular specifications are:
400 GSM white bath towels — the budget-conscious hotel standard. Fast drying, easy to launder at commercial temperatures, good durability through daily washing cycles.
500 GSM white bath sheets — used by mid-range and boutique hotels wanting a noticeably better guest experience without the slower drying time of premium ranges.
700 GSM Royal Egyptian bath sheets — for luxury hotels and 5-star settings where towel quality is part of the brand promise.
All hotel towel wholesale orders are supplied with no minimum quantity. For large hotel openings or refurbishments contact our trade team on 01204 455755 to discuss dedicated pricing and stock allocation.
Ring-Spun Cotton — The Wholesale Buyer's Advantage
Our institutional wholesale range uses ring-spun cotton rather than the cheaper open-end alternative found in many bulk towel suppliers.
For buyers purchasing towels in bulk, this matters financially:
- Ring-spun towels last longer — fewer replacement cycles per year
- They hold their GSM through more commercial wash cycles
- Lower long-term cost even if the per-unit price is slightly higher
Our 400 GSM ring-spun institutional towels consistently outlast lower-quality alternatives at the same or similar weight. When you are buying towels in bulk, durability directly affects your annual towel replacement cost.
Care Instructions for Wholesale / Commercial Use
- Machine wash at 40–60°C (60°C recommended for healthcare settings)
- Avoid fabric softener — coats fibres and reduces absorbency
- Tumble dry on medium heat
- Wash whites separately to maintain professional appearance
- Our white institutional range tolerates occasional light bleaching
See our full guide to washing and caring for towels to help extend towel life.
Trade Accounts and Volume Pricing
For regular large-volume wholesale orders:
- Dedicated account pricing below standard pack prices
- Reserved stock allocation for reliable supply
- Custom embroidery and branding options
- Scheduled delivery to suit your laundry cycle
Call our trade team: 01204 455755
FAQs
Is there a minimum order for wholesale towels?
No. We supply single items and bulk commercial cases at the same competitive price. No trade account required to access wholesale pricing.
What is the cheapest way to buy towels in bulk?
Select the largest box quantity available for the lowest unit price. Our 400 GSM institutional range in box quantities gives the lowest cost per towel. Contact our trade team for very large volume pricing.
What towels do hotels use in the UK?
Most UK hotels use white 400–500 GSM ring-spun cotton bath towels and bath sheets. White is preferred for hygiene monitoring and bleach tolerance. Our 400 GSM and 500 GSM institutional ranges are the most popular wholesale choices for hotel buyers.
Do you supply towels in bulk to care homes?
Yes. We supply care homes and nursing facilities across the UK. We also stock BS 7175 flame retardant bedding for care home compliance. No minimum order. View flame retardant bedding.
Can I get hotel towels embroidered with our logo?
Yes. We offer in-house custom embroidery for hotels, gyms and businesses. View embroidered towels.
What does towel wholesaler mean vs manufacturer?
A towel wholesaler buys from manufacturers and resells. We are the manufacturer — we produce our own towels and sell direct. That means lower prices, consistent quality and direct production relationships.
Do you supply trade towels for gyms and leisure centres?
Yes. Our blue header bar leisure towel range is the UK standard for gyms, swimming pools and leisure facilities. Available in bulk at wholesale prices with no minimum order. View leisure towels.
What is bulk buy towels?
Buying towels in bulk means ordering multiple pack quantities to get a lower unit price. We offer single pieces, packs of 4, boxes of 20, boxes of 100 and boxes of 200+ depending on the product. The more you buy, the lower the price per towel.