UK Hospitality Wellness & Recreation - PPC Market Share Analysis February 2026

Leveraging Adthena’s Whole Market View, this analysis explores recent trends in Google Ads for the UK Wellness & Recreation category from the last month. Our Data Analyst, Ask Arlo provides commentary on key findings.

Wellness & Recreation – UK

Google AI Overview visibility for Hospitality Wellness & Recreation UK

See how often AIOs appear and how search intent is distributed across buying signals.

AIO Frequency

How often a Google AI overview appears on search terms relevant to this category.

Frequency Percentage
Frequency 6.32295649008
93.6770435099
6%

Complex Query Frequency

A complex query is a longer, more detailed search that often contains multiple keywords, specific conditions, or multi-part questions.

Frequency Percentage
Frequency 48
52
48%

Search Intent Distribution

Breakdown of search queries by their underlying goal.

Intent Distribution
Investigational 9%
Transactional 16%
Navigational 0%
Seasonal 0%
Local 30%
Problem Solving 2%

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Market Exposure

Share of Clicks for top 10 UK Hospitality Wellness & Recreation brands

Here are the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Clicks for the last month.

Share of Clicks - Last month
Share of Clicks - Last month
Domain Share of clicks
booking.com 34.43
spabreaks.com 8.59
virginexperiencedays.co.uk 4.75
wowcher.co.uk 4.54
virginactive.co.uk 4.52
groupon.co.uk 4.44
thegymgroup.com 4.36
nuffieldhealth.com 3.94
puregym.com 3.7
hotels.com 2.25
others 24.48
  • booking.com - 34.43%
  • spabreaks.com - 8.59%
  • virginexperiencedays.co.uk - 4.75%
  • wowcher.co.uk - 4.54%
  • virginactive.co.uk - 4.52%
  • groupon.co.uk - 4.44%
  • thegymgroup.com - 4.36%
  • nuffieldhealth.com - 3.94%
  • puregym.com - 3.7%
  • hotels.com - 2.25%
  • others - 24.48%

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Booking.com leads with 34.43% click share, while ‘others’ collectively hold 24.48%, showcasing diverse competition.

Market Exposure

Share of Spend for the top 10 UK Hospitality Wellness & Recreation brands

Curious about your market position? Here you can see the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Spend for the last month. 

Share of Spend - Last Month
Share of Spend - Last Month
Date booking.com spabreaks.com virginexperiencedays.co.uk nuffieldhealth.com groupon.co.uk wowcher.co.uk thegymgroup.com hotels.com redletterdays.co.uk classpass.com
2026/02/01 35.65% 5.77% 8% 3.28% 6.33% 4.27% 2.77% 3.84% 3.58% 1.52%
2026/02/02 40.31% 6.42% 3.9% 4.65% 3.53% 4.13% 4.38% 5.86% 2.56% 0.91%
2026/02/03 32.99% 8.14% 4.69% 3.61% 5.54% 6.98% 2.66% 4.19% 2.52% 2.35%
2026/02/04 29.32% 11.04% 4.5% 3.14% 6.84% 7.31% 1.08% 3.99% 2.62% 4.7%
2026/02/05 32.25% 10.71% 4.41% 4.23% 6.14% 6.04% 0.92% 3.51% 2.94% 4.49%
2026/02/06 29.99% 10.9% 4.72% 3.33% 5.73% 8.18% 1.86% 2.24% 3.42% 3.9%
2026/02/07 33.46% 9.12% 5.53% 2.51% 6.6% 8.29% 2.64% 2.4% 3.51% 2.34%
2026/02/08 34.97% 7.21% 4.61% 3.08% 5.17% 5.58% 2.21% 3.07% 3.65% 3.5%
2026/02/09 36.72% 9.86% 4.53% 4.11% 6.4% 5.77% 2.25% 1.35% 3.52% 0.8%
2026/02/10 38.6% 8.7% 5.52% 3.75% 5.2% 4.75% 1.62% 1.98% 3.41% 2.91%
2026/02/11 33.05% 7.46% 8.78% 3.85% 6.8% 6.08% 2.39% 2.29% 5.09% 3.14%
2026/02/12 33.76% 7.04% 8.67% 5.25% 8.35% 4.56% 2.88% 1.1% 3.46% 1.18%
2026/02/13 29.89% 10.88% 4.71% 3.32% 5.72% 8.15% 1.85% 2.24% 3.4% 3.89%
2026/02/14 33.34% 9.08% 5.51% 2.5% 6.57% 8.26% 2.63% 2.43% 3.5% 2.33%
2026/02/15 34.9% 7.19% 4.6% 3.07% 5.16% 5.57% 2.2% 3.07% 3.64% 3.5%
2026/02/16 36.63% 9.84% 4.52% 4.1% 6.38% 5.76% 2.25% 1.35% 3.51% 0.79%
2026/02/17 56.88% 5.62% 1.94% 6.11% 2.72% 3.42% 2.04% 1.28% 1.6% 0.12%
2026/02/18 38.01% 7.87% 10.42% 4.64% 3.73% 6.07% 0.97% 1.01% 3.61% 0.6%
2026/02/19 37.06% 7.14% 10.22% 5.02% 5% 5.02% 1.15% 0.81% 3.5% 1.14%
2026/02/20 36.21% 7.43% 9.27% 4.58% 4.46% 5.66% 0.44% 1.77% 3.91% 1.6%
2026/02/21 40.42% 5.42% 9.05% 6.39% 3.12% 3.35% 0.65% 2.99% 3.68% 1.59%
2026/02/22 36.08% 7.28% 10.03% 7.48% 2.2% 3.48% 0.47% 2.82% 3.12% 1.43%
2026/02/23 32.9% 10.52% 4.71% 7.68% 4.02% 4.22% 2.95% 1.45% 2.74% 1.16%
2026/02/24 34.36% 8.87% 4.11% 8.03% 5.5% 5.11% 3.22% 2.32% 2.08% 1.07%
2026/02/25 35.45% 7.63% 7.01% 6.22% 4.13% 3.57% 2.51% 4.78% 2.02% 0.88%
2026/02/26 35.98% 6.79% 6.91% 7.43% 4.49% 2.81% 3.03% 4.23% 1.97% 0.46%
2026/02/27 39.7% 6.02% 11.38% 5.52% 3.8% 3.01% 3.4% 3.22% 2.19% 0.89%
2026/02/28 35.25% 8.36% 7.51% 6.67% 4.88% 4.63% 3.95% 2.88% 2.47% 0.59%
  • booking.com
  • spabreaks.com
  • virginexperiencedays.co.uk
  • nuffieldhealth.com
  • groupon.co.uk
  • wowcher.co.uk
  • thegymgroup.com
  • hotels.com
  • redletterdays.co.uk
  • classpass.com

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In February 2026, booking.com led PPC spend, peaking at 56.88% on the 17th. Spabreaks.com and virginexperiencedays.co.uk showed fluctuations, while nuffieldhealth.com and groupon.co.uk maintained steady shares. The month concluded with diverse spending patterns.

Market Exposure

Competitor Count for UK Hospitality Wellness & Recreation

Ever wondered how many competitors you’re up against in your industry? Well look no further, here we can see the number of advertisers bidding over the last month. 

Competitor Count - Last month
Competitor Count - Last month
Date Competitor Count
2026/02/01 244
2026/02/02 232
2026/02/03 269
2026/02/04 288
2026/02/05 302
2026/02/06 288
2026/02/07 294
2026/02/08 283
2026/02/09 265
2026/02/10 254
2026/02/11 268
2026/02/12 278
2026/02/13 288
2026/02/14 294
2026/02/15 283
2026/02/16 265
2026/02/17 216
2026/02/18 260
2026/02/19 274
2026/02/20 260
2026/02/21 263
2026/02/22 271
2026/02/23 298
2026/02/24 301
2026/02/25 279
2026/02/26 270
2026/02/27 231
2026/02/28 261

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February saw a dynamic shift in advertisers, starting at 244 and peaking at 302 mid-month. The month concluded with a slight dip to 261, reflecting a vibrant advertising landscape.

Campaign Efficiency

Market Loss & Market Gains for UK Hospitality Wellness & Recreation

Here we’re looking at the Top 10 biggest industry movers by market share gains and losses for the last 30 days.

Market Loss & Market Gains - Last month
Market Loss & Market Gains - Last month
Name Market Trend
booking.com 2.88%
puregym.com 1.72%
virginexperiencedays.co.uk 1.2%
nuffieldhealth.com 0.9%
treatwell.co.uk 0.35%
thegymgroup.com -0.57%
spabreaks.com -0.9%
classpass.com -1.22%
groupon.co.uk -1.67%
wowcher.co.uk -1.7%

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Booking.com leads with a 2.88% click share rise, while Wowcher.co.uk drops by 1.7%.

Campaign Efficiency

UK Hospitality Wellness & Recreation Share of Impressions

Take a look at the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Impressions over the last month.

Date booking.com nuffieldhealth.com virginexperiencedays.co.uk groupon.co.uk thegymgroup.com spabreaks.com wowcher.co.uk hotels.com redletterdays.co.uk classpass.com
2026/02/01 36.58% 4.07% 5.69% 6.86% 3.71% 3.29% 4.4% 4% 3.2% 1.93%
2026/02/02 40.19% 5.73% 3.01% 3.88% 5.97% 3.48% 3.92% 5.77% 2.15% 1.18%
2026/02/03 34.63% 4.36% 3.44% 6.07% 3.54% 4.5% 6.99% 4.24% 2.13% 2.7%
2026/02/04 31.74% 3.63% 3.28% 7.92% 1.47% 6.41% 7.47% 4.06% 2.39% 5.66%
2026/02/05 34.95% 4.43% 3.31% 7.25% 1.08% 6.36% 6.09% 3.67% 2.58% 6.06%
2026/02/06 32.37% 3.77% 3.48% 6.64% 2.77% 6.32% 8.83% 2.29% 3.14% 5.19%
2026/02/07 35.74% 2.93% 4.32% 7.6% 3.66% 5.38% 8.65% 2.46% 3.25% 2.65%
2026/02/08 36% 3.62% 3.44% 5.8% 3.01% 4.2% 5.57% 3.11% 3.19% 4.31%
2026/02/09 38.6% 4.45% 3.39% 7.72% 3.32% 5.85% 6.04% 1.31% 3.13% 0.97%
2026/02/10 41.4% 4.24% 4.33% 6.02% 2.25% 5.15% 4.7% 1.96% 3.1% 4.05%
2026/02/11 35.8% 4.2% 6.97% 8.1% 3.47% 4.4% 6.15% 2.27% 4.76% 3.91%
2026/02/12 35.59% 5.72% 7.17% 9.91% 4.2% 4.06% 4.81% 1.06% 3.03% 1.54%
2026/02/13 32.37% 3.77% 3.48% 6.64% 2.77% 6.32% 8.83% 2.29% 3.14% 5.19%
2026/02/14 35.74% 2.93% 4.32% 7.6% 3.66% 5.38% 8.65% 2.46% 3.25% 2.65%
2026/02/15 36% 3.62% 3.44% 5.8% 3.01% 4.2% 5.57% 3.11% 3.19% 4.31%
2026/02/16 38.6% 4.45% 3.39% 7.72% 3.32% 5.85% 6.04% 1.31% 3.13% 0.97%
2026/02/17 58.47% 6.66% 1.73% 2.88% 2.82% 3.08% 3.4% 1.16% 1.61% 0.11%
2026/02/18 40.39% 5.27% 8.97% 4.12% 1.31% 4.93% 6.29% 1.01% 3.46% 0.8%
2026/02/19 39.48% 5.28% 7.76% 5.43% 1.58% 4.39% 5.37% 0.77% 2.97% 1.56%
2026/02/20 38.97% 5.07% 7.39% 5.08% 0.56% 4.88% 5.96% 1.63% 3.61% 2.18%
2026/02/21 45.29% 6.8% 6.93% 3.47% 0.97% 2.82% 3.34% 2.93% 3.16% 1.53%
2026/02/22 39.92% 7.99% 7.68% 2.34% 0.58% 3.85% 3.59% 2.93% 2.67% 2.06%
2026/02/23 35.21% 8.64% 3.52% 4.39% 4.19% 5.96% 4.32% 1.48% 2.27% 1.55%
2026/02/24 35.48% 9.05% 3.44% 6.21% 4.25% 5.35% 5.12% 2.31% 1.86% 1.41%
2026/02/25 36.88% 7.04% 5.46% 4.7% 3.39% 4.91% 3.52% 4.74% 1.84% 1.17%
2026/02/26 38.07% 7.97% 5.57% 5.25% 4.44% 4.16% 3.17% 4.25% 1.81% 0.48%
2026/02/27 41.7% 6.13% 9.81% 4.48% 4.67% 3.64% 3.26% 3.3% 1.87% 1.07%
2026/02/28 36.06% 7.05% 6.11% 5.62% 5.15% 4.98% 4.88% 2.91% 2.27% 0.7%
  • booking.com
  • nuffieldhealth.com
  • virginexperiencedays.co.uk
  • groupon.co.uk
  • thegymgroup.com
  • spabreaks.com
  • wowcher.co.uk
  • hotels.com
  • redletterdays.co.uk
  • classpass.com

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In February 2026, booking.com led with fluctuating impressions, peaking mid-month. Nuffield Health and Virgin Experience Days saw steady growth, while Groupon and Wowcher experienced ups and downs. The month concluded with booking.com maintaining dominance.

Campaign Efficiency

Google Text Ad Copy Insights & Creative Trends for UK Hospitality Wellness & Recreation

Ever wondered how your rivals’ ads are doing? Here we can see the top-performing ads in the industry over the last month.

Google Text Ad Copy Insights & Creative Trends for UK Hospitality Wellness & Recreation - Last month
  1. 1
    1Rebel London | No Contract Workouts https://www.1rebel.com › workouts › reshape

    Go all in with 14 sessions in 14 days, access to every 1Rebel workout across all 12 clubs. Enter our most gruelling workout and prepare to be mentally and physically...

  2. 2
    Get 1 Month for £1 | Try Different Gyms Near You https://www.classpass.com › gyms › app

    Browse and book top gyms near you with the ClassPass app. Get credits to try gym visits, gym classes & more at some top-rated businesses. Top Studios Near You.

  3. 3
    50% Off Your First Six Months | Relax in our Sauna https://www.gymbox.com

    Your premier fitness destination that offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Achieve Your Fitness Goals at the Premier Fitness Destination - Gymbox. The...

  4. 4
    All-Inclusive Membership - Rest Of The Month On Us https://www.nuffieldhealth.com

    Unlimited Access To Sauna, Steam, Classes and Swim.

  5. 5
    Virgin Active Health Clubs https://www.virginactive.co.uk

    Our Most Flexible Membership — Get everything you need for real wellness, under one roof *exclusions apply see T&Cs

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In the competitive landscape of fitness and wellness, 1Rebel, ClassPass, Gymbox, Nuffield Health, and Virgin Active captivate audiences with unique offerings. From 1Rebel’s intense 14-day challenge to ClassPass’s diverse gym access for just £1, each ad highlights flexibility and exclusivity. Gymbox entices with a 50% discount and sauna relaxation, while Nuffield Health and Virgin Active emphasize all-inclusive memberships, promising comprehensive wellness experiences.

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