'Luxury hotel sleep for less': Why the $649 queen DreamCloud Classic Hybrid is the best value mattress in the Memorial Day sales

A DreamCloud Classic Hybrid Mattress on a bed frame in our sleep studio, a Tom's Guide killer deal graphic in the bottom right corner — (Image credit: Future)

If you're looking for a reliable, supportive mattress in the Memorial Day sales, I recommend sticking with a Classic. Literally; the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid is only $649 for a queen at DreamCloud and it's one of the best deals you'll get this holiday weekend. Or any other weekend, for that matter.

I was a member of our DreamCloud Classic testing panel on the way to declaring it one of the best mattresses for all sleepers so I know first-hand the benefits of this bed. It's the pressure relief that stood out for me, as the quilted top conforms to the body to cradle the hips and shoulders.

There are a lot of Memorial Day mattress sales you need to shop now or you'll miss out — DreamCloud isn't one of them. The deals rarely change and I predict this price (or similar) will stick around for a while. But if you want a good deal on a mattress, you'll struggle to get better value than the DreamCloud.

DreamCloud's mattress sales run year-round and ensure the Classic Hybrid is always excellent value. In fact, our lead tester described it as "the most impressive budget-friendly mattress we've tested." We often see a queen sell for $699, so this current $649 sale is an even better offer than usual. Especially when you factor in the benefits of a 365-night sleep trial and a lifetime warranty, plus free delivery.

Our DreamCloud Classic Hybrid mattress review: ★★★★
User score: ★★★★½ (9,300+ reviews)

Why the DreamCloud is the best value Memorial Day buy

If you're shopping for a new bed there are few better places to start than with the best mattress in a box we've tested.

The DreamCloud Classic is exceptional value, with our lead tester describing it as "just as impressive as some of this year's best luxury mattresses we’ve tested." The airy build keeps it sleeping cool, the coil base provides full-body support, and the quilted top offers excellent pressure relief to side sleepers.

This image shows our mattress tester Eve Davies using both hands to press into the surface of the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid Mattress on a bed frame in our Sleep Lab, to test the support and comfort — (Image credit: Future)

At $649 it's not going to offer the indulgent feel of our favorite luxury mattresses (and I've rounded up a few below if you want to invest), but it's still one of the best hybrid mattresses on the market when it comes to reliable support.

Based on previous DreamCloud sales, I doubt this offer is going anywhere soon, so you have some time to make your decision (DreamCloud prefers long-running deals to flash discounts.)

So that means browsing the rest of the mattress sales, seeing what's out there... and coming back to the DreamCloud.

Looking for true luxury? Try these...

The DreamCloud offers luxury at a mid-range price but if you have the budget and you're looking to invest, try these Memorial Day deals instead.

The DreamCloud sits at number two in our guide to the best mattresses — it's this bed that takes the number one spot. With three firmness levels to choose from and integrated lumbar support, it's a mattress to soothe aches and melt away stress for almost every sleeper. With $400 off in the Saatva Memorial Day sale, a queen is $1,779 (was $2,179) and comes with a lifetime warranty, one-year trial and free white glove delivery.

Our Saatva Classic mattress review: ★★★★★
User score: ★★★★★

More Memorial Day mattress deals

Saatva Classic — save up to $400
Reduced to $1,779 (from $2,179) for a queen at Saatva
Zinus 12" Memory Foam — save up to $49
Reduced to $190 (from $239.99) for a queen at Amazon
Bear Elite Hybrid — save up to $1,142
Reduced to $1370. 40 (from $2,284) for a queen at Bear
Helix Midnight Luxe — save up to $789
Reduced to $1,751 (from $2,399) for a queen at Helix
DreamCloud Classic Hybrid — save up to $1,584
Reduced to $649 (from $1,892) for a queen at DreamCloud
Tempur-Cloud + Ease Power Base — save up to $1,759
Reduced to $1,998 (from $2,998) for a queen at Tempur-Pedic
Plank Firm — save up to $499
Reduced to $932 (was $1,332) for a queen at Plank
Casper Dream Hybrid — save up to $960
Reduced to $1,325 (was $1,895) for a queen at Casper
Purple RejuvenatePlus Hybrid — save up to $1,500
Reduced to $5,499 (was $5,999) for a queen at Purple
Avocado Luxury Organic Mattress — save up to $2,320
Reduced to $3,839 (was $4,799) for a medium queen at Avocado

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Ruth is an experienced Senior Staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things sleep and mattresses. She writes to help people sleep better, from how-tos to the latest deals to mattress reviews, and has interviewed an array of experts who share her passion. She is also our specialist on memory foam — she’s flown around the world to see memory foam being made — and leads our hotel mattress content. She has a deep interest in the link between sleep and health, and has tried enough mattresses, from Helix to Nectar to Simba, to know the right bed really can make a difference to your wellbeing. Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, Ruth worked as a sleep and mattress writer for our sister website, TechRadar.