Towel Math Made Easy: How to Balance the Included Towels with Optional Rental Sets

Packing for a family holiday sounds simple until you get to the practical details. How many towels do you actually need? If you bring too many, you waste space in the car. If you bring too few, you may end up washing mid-stay or wishing you had ordered extras in advance. This is exactly where towel math helps.

At Club Les Ormes, every family already has some towels included, while extra towel sets and pool towels are available as optional rentals. Once you understand what is included and what is not, it becomes much easier to plan your luggage, your comfort, and your holiday routine. In this guide, you will learn exactly how to balance the included towels with optional rental sets, plus when it makes sense to bring your own.

What towels are included at Club Les Ormes?

Let’s start with the most important question.

Each family receives:

• Two bath towels
• One bath mat

That means you do not need to pack those items as a basic starting point unless you prefer to use your own.

In addition, standard duvets and pillows are available in all accommodations, and guests can also rent bed linen separately. If you are also planning your wider packing list, it may help to review accommodation basics, bed-linen options, and family equipment such as cots and a baby chair for use during the entire holiday.

What optional towel rentals are available?

If your group needs more than the included towels, extra towel sets can be rented for €15 per set.

Each rental set includes:

• One large towel
• One normal-size towel
• One washcloth

There is one important booking rule:

• Minimum order: two sets

So if you want to add rental towels, you will need to order at least two sets.

Are pool or beach towels included?

No. Swimming-pool and beach towels are not provided free of charge.

If you want towels specifically for the pool or for lounging outside, they can be rented on site for €5 per towel.

This distinction matters because bath towels and pool towels serve different purposes. Many families prefer to keep accommodation towels for showering and use separate towels for swimming. That keeps everyone more comfortable and often helps the included towels last longer through the stay.

Are towels exchanged or laundered automatically during longer stays?

No. Pool towels are not automatically laundered or exchanged during multi-week stays.

Guests have two options:

1. Purchase a laundry token for €6 to wash towels on site
2. Rent a completely new set

If you are staying longer than one week, this point can influence whether you bring spare towels from home or plan to rent extra ones.

Towel planning at a glance

Here is a simple overview.

How to decide if the included towels are enough

The best towel plan depends on three things:

• How many people are staying
• How long you are staying
• How often your family swims

Two included bath towels per family may be enough for some guests, especially for a short stay with light swimming. For others, ordering extra towel sets makes holiday life much easier.

Scenario 1: A short stay with light swimming

If your family is staying for a short period and packing light, the included towels may cover the basics well.

This may work for you if:

• You do not expect to use many towels each day
• You bring your own pool towels
• You are happy to wash items if needed

Scenario 2: A one-week family holiday with regular pool time

This is where the numbers often change. If children are in and out of the pool daily, wet towels can build up quickly.

In that case, many guests may find it practical to:

• Use the included bath towels for showering
• Rent pool towels on site for swimming
• Add extra towel sets for more flexibility in the accommodation

This setup helps separate shower use from pool use, which usually keeps things simpler.

Scenario 3: A longer stay or multi-week holiday

Longer stays call for a slightly different strategy. Since pool towels are not automatically exchanged or laundered, you will want a clear plan.

A practical approach can be:

• Start with the included bath towels
• Add extra rental sets if your family likes fresh towels available
• Use laundry tokens for €6 when needed
• Rent new sets if you prefer not to do washing on site

Simple towel math for families

If you want an easy way to think about it, start with this formula:

Base supply = 2 included bath towels + 1 bath mat per family

Then ask yourself:

1. Do we need separate towels for the pool?
2. Do we want spare towels available in the accommodation?
3. Are we staying long enough to need washing or replacements?

If the answer to one or more of those questions is yes, extra rentals may be worth it.

When renting extra towel sets makes the most sense

Optional towel sets are especially useful when:

• Your family prefers not to pack bulky linen
• You want a cleaner division between shower towels and other use
• You have children who go through towels quickly
• You are staying long enough that a small starting supply feels tight
• You want a more relaxed holiday routine with fewer laundry decisions

Because the minimum order is two sets, these rentals are often most practical for families who know they will genuinely use the extras.

When bringing your own towels may be the better option

Bringing your own can still be a smart choice if:

• You want more than the included towels but do not need two rental sets
• You already have lightweight microfiber pool towels for travel
• You prefer complete control over how many towels each person uses
• You know your children like having a dedicated pool towel and a separate shower towel

Guests are welcome to bring their own linens and towels, so you can choose the mix that works best for your family.

Practical towel tips before you arrive

Here are a few ways to make your stay easier.

1. Separate bath towels from pool towels

This is the simplest way to stay organized. Use the included bath towels indoors and arrange separate pool towels for swimming.

2. Think in routines, not just numbers

Instead of asking, “How many towels do we need?” ask:

• What will everyone use after showering?
• What will everyone use after swimming?
• Do we want a dry spare available?

That usually gives a clearer answer.

3. Plan ahead for longer stays

If your stay is more than a week, decide in advance whether you would rather:

• Wash towels on site with a €6 laundry token, or
• Rent new sets as needed

A little planning can make a long family stay much smoother.

4. Remember the two-set minimum

If you are considering extra towel rentals, do not forget that the minimum order is two sets. That detail can affect whether renting or bringing your own makes more sense.

5. Keep the rest of your packing list in mind

Towel choices connect to the rest of your holiday setup. If you are also renting bed linen for €20 per bed, a cot for €15 including mattress, or a baby chair for €10 for use during the entire holiday, you may decide to simplify packing wherever possible.

A quick decision guide

If you want the shortest possible answer, here it is:

Choose the included towels only if:

• Your family packs light
• Your stay is short
• You bring your own pool towels or need very few extras

Add extra towel sets if:

• You want more comfort in the accommodation
• You prefer not to pack bulky towels
• You know your family will use more than the basic included supply

Rent pool towels if:

• You do not want to bring swim towels from home
• You want separate towels for pool use

Plan for laundry or replacement if:

• You are staying for multiple weeks
• You expect heavy towel use

Why this matters more than many guests expect

Small holiday details often shape the daily experience. When towels are sorted in advance, mornings run more smoothly, pool trips feel easier, and your accommodation stays tidier. That is especially valuable on a family holiday, where simple logistics can quickly affect everyone’s comfort.

At Club Les Ormes, the towel options give you flexibility. You can travel lighter, add what you need, and build a setup that fits your family rather than guessing at the last minute.

Conclusion: the easiest way to get your towel plan right

The easiest way to handle towel math at Club Les Ormes is to begin with what is already included: two bath towels and one bath mat per family. Then decide whether your stay calls for extra towel sets at €15 per set, pool towels at €5 each, or occasional washing with a €6 laundry token.

For many families, the smartest approach is simple: use the included towels as your base, then add only the extras that match your swimming habits, trip length, and packing style.

If you are preparing your stay, now is a good time to review your accommodation essentials, linen options, and family rental items so you can arrive fully organized. Plan your towel needs before departure and make your Club Les Ormes holiday more comfortable from day one.