This Labor Day dorm room deal is a steal — get a luxury hybrid mattress, bed protector, sheet set and pillow for under $400

The DreamCloud Classic mattress in a Tom's Guide Tester's bedroom
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Looking for a way to spruce up your dorm room? It can be hard sleeping on an old used mattress that’s seen better days, especially if you’re missing your cozy childhood bedroom. But with a DreamCloud Classic twin for $399 at DreamCloud, plus a free mattress protector, sheet set and pillow, college sleep just got a lot comfier.

The DreamCloud Classic is the second highest rated option in our best mattress guide after performing well in all of our key tests. In fact, considering how cheap it is, the DreamCloud even outperformed some luxury beds when it came to pressure relief and temperature regulation.

So if you've been scouring the best Labor Day mattress sales for a dorm college bundle to help you sleep well for the year ahead, this is one is well worth a look.

DreamCloud ClassicTwin now $399 plus $599 of free bedding at DreamCloud

DreamCloud Classic: Twin now $399 plus $599 of free bedding at DreamCloud
The five layer, 14” tall DreamCloud feels luxurious despite the smaller price tag and is the best mattress in a box you can buy this year. A soft, cushioned surface creates an almost zero-gravity feel, while still keeping your body on top of the mattress for healthy support. The medium-firm feel will suit many types of sleepers, and it's breathable enough to keep hot sleepers comfy too. With $599 of free hotel-style bedding thrown in, this DreamCloud mattress sale is superb value for money. You’ll also get free shipping, a lifetime warranty and a 365-night trial.

User score: ★★★★½ (9,200+ reviews)
Our score: ★★★★½

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Why bedding is a good dorm room deal freebie

The sheet set that comes with this mattress is made from a bamboo-rayon. This means it’s breathable and moisture wicking, helping you keep your mattress and bed feeling and smelling fresher for longer.

And, with a fully waterproof mattress protector, you won’t have to worry about ruining your new mattress with any spills or accidents. Plus, it’ll keep away those nasty yellow stains that can develop from sweat.

Finally, the last thing a college student is likely to spend their money on is a properly supportive pillow. However, it’s something that can supercharge your sleep, and therefore, your grades (memory depends on sleep quality). So, the free, cooling foam pillow is the perfect icing on the cake.

Prefer memory foam beds? Try this...

Nectar Classic mattresstwin now $349 plus $129 for bedding bundle at Nectar

Nectar Classic mattress: twin now $349 plus $129 for bedding bundle at Nectar
If you prefer a more plush, sink-in feeling, then a memory foam mattress is a good option. Nectar feature in our best memory foam mattress guide because of its mattresses’ high quality materials and excellent pressure relief, and the entry level Nectar Classic is no different. The simple four layer design includes a cooling cover and three foam layers designed to contour to your body while keeping the spine aligned. Read our full Nectar Classic mattress review to find out more. While the bedding bundle includes the same products as the DreamCloud (mattress protector, sheet set and cooling pillow) it’s not thrown in for free. It’ll cost you an extra $129 — which we think is still great value. You’ll also get free shipping and returns, a 365-night trial and a forever warranty.

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Lauren Jeffries
Sleep Features Editor

Lauren is an experienced writer and editor in the health and lifestyle industry and has led many campaigns and projects that deliver news, advice, and research on all things sleep. As the Sleep Features Editor for Tom’s Guide, Lauren writes, commissions and edits sleep and mattress content, from in-depth how-tos in sleep and mattress health to interviews with doctors and neuroscientists on the latest news in sleep. Lauren regularly tests new sleep tech and accessories to evaluate their effectiveness for getting good quality sleep and easing specific sleep struggles like nighttime anxiety. Alongside this, Lauren reports on the best mattress brands out there, like Helix, Saatva, and DreamCloud, helping readers find the right mattress for them and the best deals on them. 

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