湖北日报讯（记者李朝霞）岁末年初，跨年将至，服务消费持续火爆。12月30日，美团发布元旦玩乐消费趋势前瞻，元旦前一周，"过节三件套"美发、美 甲、美睫搜索量翻倍增长；AI辅唱、KTV个人演唱会等老行业新业态，带动KTV临近元旦预订交易规模同比增长超44%；而热衷体验"老式过冬"的年轻人， 正涌进洗浴中心准备"猫冬式跨年"。上海、北京、深圳、成都、杭州、武汉、广州、西安、长沙、重庆成全国休闲玩乐交易规模前十城市。 年轻人对玩乐体验需求不断升级，激发消费活力。随着全国各地的洗浴中心，成为一站式综合休闲场所，社交聚会、节日庆祝等新场景快速崛起，洗浴产业 在2025年迎来大发展元年。据美团数据显示，元旦前一周，"洗浴中心24小时"等关键词搜索量同比增长超6倍。随着全国多地陆续降温，冬至节气当天，全 国超1000家优质特色洗浴中心，整体交易规模环比增长近6成。为了更好满足消费者在线上精准选店需求，在冬日降温来临之际，美团发布2026洗浴指南， 28城共174家特色洗浴中心入选，潮TOWN（卓刀泉店）等6家武汉门店上榜，地道榜单让消费者玩转城市度假。 2026洗浴指南 受跨年节日气氛带动，"美丽三件套"节前消费迎来爆发式 ...

Core Insights - The bathing industry in China has seen a significant surge, with transaction volume exceeding 100 million yuan on a recent Saturday, marking a year of substantial growth for the sector [1] - Meituan launched a "Half-Price Bathing" campaign on November 19, offering a series of discount vouchers to stimulate consumer spending in the bathing sector [1] - On November 22, during the Minor Snow solar term, transaction volume in the bathing category surpassed 100 million yuan, with cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenyang, Changchun, Changsha, and Yangzhou experiencing over 100% year-on-year growth [1] Industry Developments - Over 2,000 high-quality and distinctive bathing centers across the country contributed to a year-on-year increase in overall transaction volume exceeding 152% [1] - To cater to users' needs for precise online store selection, Meituan released the 2026 Bathing Guide, featuring 174 selected bathing centers across 28 cities [1] - The guide highlights bathing centers with unique services such as exceptional photo opportunities, authentic scrubbing experiences, gourmet food, and family-friendly environments, categorized into one, two, and three diamond ratings to enhance user selection efficiency [1]

Core Insights - The Chinese bathing industry is experiencing robust growth, with a transaction order volume increase of over 30% year-on-year since 2025, and a 60% year-on-year increase in average transaction value for new bathing businesses from January to September this year [1][2] Industry Trends - The bathing industry is evolving from a regional focus ("North scrubbing, South hot springs") to a comprehensive leisure service model, integrating dining and other recreational activities, thus transforming into a nationwide leisure industry [2] - The search volume for "bathing overnight" increased by 61% in August 2025, and during the National Day holiday, the number of bathing transaction users surged by 127%, with daily transaction value rising over 84% [2] Consumer Behavior - Young consumers are increasingly seeking deep experiences and high cost-performance in bathing centers, which are now equipped with facilities like e-sports areas, karaoke rooms, and escape rooms, leading to a significant rise in order volume [2] - The introduction of family-friendly facilities such as children's playgrounds and inflatable castles is driving bathing centers to become more inclusive for all age groups [2] Company Initiatives - Meituan launched the "Meituan 2026 Bathing Guide" to help consumers find quality bathing establishments and to promote the transformation and upgrading of the industry [1][3] - The guide aims to match consumer needs with personalized services and to foster the integration of urban leisure industries with cultural and tourism development [3]

Core Insights - Meituan released the 2026 Bathing Guide in Shenyang, featuring 174 selected bathing centers across 28 cities, with Shenyang, Beijing, and Shanghai leading in the number of listed businesses [2][3] - The guide utilizes consumer evaluation data and AI models to highlight bathing centers offering unique services, aiming to enhance consumer experience during the upcoming peak bathing season [2] - A new grading system categorizes bathing centers into three tiers: one-diamond (118 centers), two-diamond (48 centers), and three-diamond (8 centers) [2] Industry Trends - The bathing industry has evolved from regional specialties to a comprehensive leisure experience, integrating dining and other recreational activities, marking a significant growth year for the sector [2][3] - Since 2025, the transaction volume for bathing services has increased by over 30% year-on-year, with cross-regional consumption accounting for more than 30% of total orders [2] - The average transaction value for new bathing businesses increased by 60% from January to September this year, reflecting a nationwide consumption boom [3] Consumer Behavior - The popularity of "bathing+" experiences is rising, particularly among young consumers, with searches for keywords like "girls' gatherings" and "company team-building" increasing by 230% [4] - Bathing centers equipped with facilities such as e-sports areas and karaoke rooms have seen significant order growth, with users aged 18 to 35 making up 58% of the customer base [4] - The guide aims to help consumers find desired services more accurately, promoting the transformation and upgrading of the bathing industry to meet the evolving demands of young consumers [4]

Core Insights - Meituan released its 2026 Bathing Guide, featuring 174 unique bathing centers across 28 cities, with Changsha being the only new city included [1][4] - The bathing industry in Changsha is evolving from traditional water services to entertainment complexes, driven by a vibrant young consumer base [1][4] Industry Trends - Since 2025, the national bathing service transaction order volume has increased by over 30%, with cross-regional consumption accounting for more than 30% [4] - The guide introduces a tiered classification system for bathing centers, including 118 one-diamond, 48 two-diamond, and 8 three-diamond establishments [4] - The "Bathing+" industry model is emerging, transforming from single bathing services to integrated complexes that include tourism, accommodation, and leisure activities [4][6] Consumer Behavior - Young consumers are increasingly viewing bathing centers as destinations worth visiting, particularly during holidays, with a 127% increase in transaction user numbers and over 84% growth in daily average transaction value during the recent National Day holiday [4][6] - Keywords like "girlfriend gathering" and "company team building" have seen a 230% year-on-year increase in search volume, indicating a shift towards social experiences in bathing centers [6] Strategic Initiatives - Meituan aims to help consumers find desired services more accurately through the bathing guide, enhancing the experience and promoting the trend of modern bathing [6][7] - The initiative seeks to accelerate the value reconstruction of the bathing industry and drive new business growth by aligning consumption scenarios with young consumer demands [7]