Hello Scott and All,

I have not found a way to stop bees from visiting hot tubs once they start. The problem will get worse when the owner starts using the tub.

 I finally moved the hives  doing the visiting the last time I had the problem. 

I then brought in new hives and set a water tray out for the bees to use and the problem was solved.

Sincerely,
Bob Harrison

Ps. Old habits can be hard to break with honey bees.