With their variety of formats and uses, choosing the right towels for a bathroom can be tricky.
Now, imagine being tasked with purchasing large quantities of towels for a spa or hotel. The challenge and stakes are high, and you'd want accurate information on the purpose and standard dimensions of each type of towel.
That’s why we’ve created this guide to towel types and sizes, designed to help buyers select the right products for their needs.
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The Different Types of Towels and Their Standard Dimensions
Here’s an overview of the various types of towels, along with their main characteristics and standard dimensions.
Washcloth
The washcloth is the smallest towel. Perfect for cleaning your face or removing makeup, it’s a must-have in hotel and spa bathrooms.
Standard dimensions: 12 x 12 inches to 13 x 13 inches (approximately 30 x 30 cm to 33 x 33 cm).
Hand Towels
Versatile and practical, hand towels are designed for drying hands or faces. They are typically placed near sinks in bathrooms or communal areas.
Standard dimensions: 16 x 27 inches to 16 x 30 inches (approximately 40 x 70 cm to 40 x 76 cm).
Bath Towels
Bath towels are ideal for drying off after a shower or bath. Their large surface provides optimal absorption and maximum comfort.
Standard dimensions: 24 x 50 inches to 30 x 60 inches (approximately 60 x 130 cm to 75 x 150 cm).
Pool Towels
Designed for aquatic activities, pool towels are similar to bath towels but are typically larger to wrap around an adult’s body easily. They’re often made from more durable fabrics to withstand outdoor or extended use.
Standard dimensions: 24 x 48 inches to 30 x 60 inches (approximately 60 x 120 cm to 75 x 150 cm).
Summary Table of Towel Dimensions by Type
Towel Type | Dimensions (inches) | Dimensions (cm) |
Washcloth | 12 x 12 to 13 x 13 | 30 x 30 to 33 x 33 |
Hand Towel | 16 x 27 to 16 x 30 | 40 x 70 to 40 x 76 |
Bath Towel | 24 x 50 to 30 x 60 | 60 x 150 to 75 x 150 |
Pool Towel | 24 x 48 to 30 x 60 | 60 x 120 to 75 x 150 |
Otelia Towel Size Charts
At Otelia, we offer a complete range of towels for hotels, Airbnb properties, and rental cabins, divided into four collections distinguished by their composition and style:
These size charts provide an overview of the dimensions available for each item in our towel catalog. Click on the products to view their full details.
Note: To simplify the presentation, measurements in cm are rounded to the nearest centimeter.
Royal Collection
Towel Type | Dimensions (inches) | Dimensions (cm) |
13 x 13 | 33 x 33 | |
16 x 30 | 40 x 76 | |
27 x 50 27 x 54 | 69 x 127 69 x 137 |
Brio Collection
Towel Type | Dimensions (inches) | Dimensions (cm) |
12 x 12 13 x 13 | 30 x 30 33 x 33 | |
16 x 27 | 40 x 70 | |
24 x 50 27 x 54 27 x 59 | 61 x 127 69 x 137 69 x 150 |
Vibrato Collection
Towel Type | Dimensions (inches) | Dimensions (cm) |
12 x 12 | 30 x 30 | |
16 x 27 | 40 x 70 | |
27 x 54 | 69 x 137 |
Molio Collection
Towel Type | Dimensions (inches) | Dimensions (cm) |
12 x 12 13 x 13 | 30 x 30 33 x 33 | |
16 x 27 | 40 x 70 | |
24 x 50 27 x 54 30 x 60 | 61 x 127 69 x 137 76 x 152 |
Otelia Pool Towels
Towel Model | Dimensions (inches) | Dimensions (cm) |
24 x 48 | 61 x 122 | |
30 x 60 | 76 x 152 |
Don’t Forget Weight by the Dozen When Choosing Your Towels
In the hospitality industry, weight per dozen is a key criterion for assessing the density of fibers in towel fabrics (typically cotton terry). For towels of the same size, a higher weight per dozen indicates greater thickness, absorbency, but also more weight and longer drying times.
The choice of the ideal terry cloth depends on your priorities in terms of comfort and functionality.
Complete the Set: Don’t Forget Bath Mats
A bathroom linen set wouldn’t be complete without a matching bath mat. Besides protecting floors from moisture, bath mats add a touch of comfort and safety by preventing cold floor contact and slips.
Many Otelia towel collections (Royal, Brio, Vibrato) include matching bath mats to create a cohesive and polished bathroom look. Their dimensions range from 20 x 30 inches (approximately 50 x 76 cm) to 21 x 32 inches (approximately 53 x 81 cm).
Otelia: The Partner of Top Hosts in Quebec
Sourcing towels from Otelia means choosing high-quality hospitality supplies at competitive prices, paired with customer service tailored to the needs of all types of accommodation managers:
Motels
B&Bs
Inns
And more
Feel free to ask us for advice on selecting the right towel sizes. As a supplier to many hotels in Quebec, we can surely guide you!
We even offer volume discounts, helping you significantly reduce your costs. Request a quote today!