What mattresses do hotels use? We go under the covers at the Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, Sheraton, and more
These are the mattresses used by the most celebrated hotels around the world (and yes, you can buy them)
Leaving a luxurious hotel suite behind is never easy. Fortunately, you can ease your post-holiday blues by recreating the experience at home with the same mattresses and bedding used in the world’s top hotels — including the Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, Westin, Hyatt, and many more.
There is a major caveat to consider: hotel-branded mattresses tend to be expensive, and they don't come with a trial or returns period, unlike the best mattresses of 2025 we've tested. The only way to try a hotel mattress before purchasing one is to book a stay somewhere.
If you have a favorite hotel based on its bed, then buying its signature mattress is almost a no-brainer. Many hotel chains have online stores where you can shop their branded sleep essentials, and upcoming Black Friday mattress sales will offer additional ways to save, as well.
That said, we're also sharing the best affordable hotel mattress alternatives if you want luxury sleep on a smaller budget (and with a proper at-home trial).
The mattresses top hotels use to help guests sleep soundly
What mattress does the Marriott use?
Marriott hotels in the US use the Marriott Foam Mattress. Made by Spring Air, this 12-inch, three-layer mattress features CertiPUR-US certified foams and has a medium-firm feel. A layer of cooling gel-infused memory foam and a water-resistant cover are in place for temperature regulation and moisture-wicking.
Alternatively, you may find a Marriott Innerspring Mattress in your room instead. Manufactured by Simmons Bedding, this 13" mattress has reinforced edges and quilted upper layers of foam for pressure relief. This traditional innerspring bed provides more bounce than the all-foam model above..
Sink into either mattress and your head will land on a plush Marriott Pillow. This guest favorite features feathers in the inner core, allergen-free down in the outer chamber, and a 100% cotton cover. As for the bedding, Marriott uses 100% cotton sheets and down alternative duvets.
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Can you buy a Marriott Mattress?
Shop Marriott sells the innerspring and foam versions of the Marriott Mattress. In addition to the mattress, you'll be able to kit out your bedroom with Marriott-branded pillows, sheets, toppers, and other accessories.
Whether you opt for the innerspring or all-foam model, the Marriott Mattress retails for $1,995 in a queen size. However, discounts are common, especially around major holidays. We usually see between 20% and 35% off.
You'll also find the Marriott Memory Foam Mattress at Marriott's Amazon Store, with free returns within 30 days for unopened products. (All sales are final from Shop Marriott.)
Marriott includes a 10-year warranty with its mattresses. Delivery is not included, and all sales are final.
Shop the Marriott Bed Foam Mattress at Shop Marriott
This high-density foam mattress has a medium-firm feel without the sink of softer memory foam mattresses. A queen retails for $1,995 (without box spring), but wait until Black Friday and you'll be able to save at least 20%. The innerspring Marriott Bed sells for the same price, with a bouncier feel. Note that the Marriott Foam Mattress is delivered via FedEx, while the Marriott Innerspring Mattress arrives with white glove delivery. (You'll need to pay for delivery in either case.)
The affordable alternative...
Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress
Like the Marriott Foam Mattress, the Nectar Classic skews on the firmer side of medium — you'll feel the cushioning at your joints without sinking too deeply into the surface. An evergreen Nectar mattress sale keeps it at a competitive mid-range price ($649 for a queen). The perks offer peace of mind, as well: a 365-night trial, a forever warranty, and free shipping. (Marriott just offers a 10-year warranty.) Learn more in our Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress review.
- Read more: What is the Marriott hotel mattress?
What mattress does the Westin Hotel use?
The Heavenly Bed has been a staple at Westin hotels since 1999. This 14" mattress features individually wrapped pocket coils (reinforced along the perimeter), gel-infused memory foam comfort layers, and a plush pillow-top. We went hands-on with the Westin Heavenly Bed and found it has a medium tension best suited for back sleeping.
In 2024, the Westin Heavenly Bed underwent a slight refresh, adding silver fibers for antimicrobial and antibacterial purposes. The chain collaborated with Hohenstein (originator of the OEKO-TEX standard), SGS Labs, and Ecolabs to produce safe, high-quality materials for guests.
Westin also updated its bedding to be more accommodating for sleepers with allergies. The Heavenly Bed is draped in sateen sheets made with a blend of cotton and lyocell, and a cotton duvet stuffed with a polyester fill.
Can you buy the Westin Heavenly Bed?
If you're keen to bring The Westin Heavenly Bed home, you can find it at the Westin Store along with pillows, linens, and other touches to enhance your at-home sleep experience.
A queen-size Heavenly Bed retails for $2,495 without the (recommended) box spring. Look for sales around major holidays if you want to save some money. The typical discount is 20% off, but we've spotted 30% off on rare occasions.
Westin offers a 10-year warranty but no sleep trial. Delivery takes 4-6 weeks, and it isn't included in the cost.
Shop the Westin Heavenly Bed at Westin Store
This innerspring mattress is as plush as it is supportive. A cushioned pillow top will lull you to sleep, and beneath is a bed of pocket coils for superior support and relief. Reinforced edges will make it easy to get in or out of bed while preventing premature sagging in the middle. Westin sales are infrequent, but savings do appear on occasion, particularly around the big sales days. A queen-size typically retails for $2,495.
The affordable alternative...
The WinkBed Mattress
Take a trip to The Time Hotel in New York and you'll find the WinkBed, our affordable alternative to the Westin Heavenly Bed. There's strong edge support to avoid rolling off in the night. Plus, you can pick between four firmness levels (for the closest Heavenly Bed mimic, choose Luxury Firm). A perma-sale brings the price of a queen to $1,499. No worries if you can't book a hotel stay; the WinkBed comes with a 120-night trial and a lifetime warranty. Read our WinkBed mattress review to learn more.
- Read more: What mattress does The Westin use?
What mattress does The Ritz-Carlton use?
Previously made by Stearns & Foster, the latest iteration of the 14" Ritz-Carlton Mattress is now being produced by Simmons Bedding. This hybrid mattress features dual comfort layers and over 900 individually wrapped pocket coils. User reviews suggest that it runs between medium and medium-firm.
The pillows and bedding are just as luxurious. The renowned Ritz-Carlton Pillow contains a blend of down and feathers with a triple-chamber cotton cover to keep it fluffy and full. (There's also an eco-friendly down alternative version crafted from recycled bottles.) Frette
The Ritz-Carlton Classic White Linen Set, made by Frette, features a 400-thread-count sateen weave made from 100% extra-long-staple combed cotton.
Can you buy The Ritz-Carlton Mattress?
Shop Marriott sells The Ritz-Carlton Mattress and accompanying accessories to give your bedroom that luxury hotel feel.
A queen-size mattress retails for $3,440 before adding a box spring. Sales are rare and only tend to pop up around major holidays and shopping events. (We did see 25% off around Memorial Day 2025.)
The Ritz-Carlton Mattress comes with a 10-year warranty, but you can't return or exchange it. Since each mattress is made to order, you'll have to wait up to 10 weeks for delivery.
Shop The Ritz-Carlton Mattress at Shop Marriott
Now made by Simmons Bedding, The Ritz-Carlton Mattress offers a sumptuous sleep experience. It's crafted to be cooling, supportive, and comfortable, with multiple pressure-relieving foam layers to keep temperatures under control while the wrapped pocket coils add support and airflow. It's a premium bed with the price tag to match ($3,440 MSRP for queen), but keep an eye out for a discount as we approach Black Friday.
The affordable alternative...
DreamCloud Classic Hybrid Mattress
The DreamCloud Classic has a similar build to The Ritz-Carlton Mattress: two layers of foam stacked on top of a bed of wrapped coils, with a luxe quilted top for added pressure relief. It has a more attractive price, as well, with a queen-size Classic going for $699 during the evergreen DreamCloud mattress sale. The extras are solid, too, with a 365-night trial and a lifetime warranty. Stay tuned for our upcoming DreamCloud Classic Mattress review.
- Read more: What is The Ritz-Carlton hotel mattress?
What mattress does the Premier Inn use?
Manufactured by Silentnight, the Premier Inn Mattress 2.0 is a hybrid with 1,000 individually-wrapped pocket springs (reinforced at the edges for extra support), a lightweight moisture-wicking cover (removable), and a GelTex foam layer for optimal pressure relief and airflow.
Like the previous Premier Inn Mattress, it's rated medium-firm. Read our Premier Inn Mattress 2.0 review to find out how reliable it was for our tester after a month of sleeping on it.
Meanwhile, the Premier Inn pillows contain a contouring microfiber fill with a quilted cotton-polyester protector. Available in a soft or firm feel, they went viral on viral on TikTok in 2021 for their comfort and affordability. (A pair only cost £30 at the time; now it's £36.)
Can you buy the Premier Inn Mattress?
Premier Inn mattresses and bedding are available to purchase directly from the hotel. All orders in the UK receive free delivery.
A double Premier Inn 2.0 Mattress retails for £749 — and this is the price you should expect to pay, as sales aren't incredibly common. There's no sleep trial, but a 6-year guarantee applies.
Shop the Premier Inn Mattress at Premier Inn
Created in partnership with popular sleep brand Silentnight, the Premier Inn Mattress 2.0 has been carefully crafted and rigorously tested to provide a next-level sleep experience. Emphasizing temperature regulation, the Premier Inn Mattress features breathable foams and a supportive pocket spring system. There's also a removable mattress topper, which can be rotated by one person. Sales are rare, but it's among the most affordable hotel beds, even at full price – a double has an RRP of £749.
The affordable alternative...
Silentnight Just Bliss Mattress
From the same brand as the Premier Inn Mattress 2.0, the Silentnight Just Bliss is a gel hybrid mattress with a responsive feel and impressive pressure relief. Like the Premier Inn Mattress, the Just Bliss is also designed to banish night sweats for a cooler sleep experience. Prices start at £489 for a single, and you get a full year mattress trial to test it at home.
- Read more: What is the Premier Inn Mattress?
What mattress does the Four Seasons use?
The prestigious Four Seasons revolutionized the hospitality industry in 2014 by inviting guests to choose the firmness of their mattresses. Its Signature Mattress, manufactured by Simmons, is available in firm, plush, or medium.
Layers of temperature-regulating memory foam combined with pocketed coil springs will ensure you're adequately supported without overheating, making it a good cooling mattress for hot sleepers. The enhanced lumbar support helps with alignment to limit back pain.
Adding to that comfort is the Four Seasons Down & Feather Pillow. It consists of a white down and feather blend fill and a 240-thread-count cotton outer cover. The signature linens are made from 100% long-staple Supima cotton and have a silky sateen finish.
Can you buy the Four Seasons Signature Mattress?
Shoppers can browse the Four Seasons at Home store for its exclusive Signature Home Collection, which also includes linens and duvets.
The Four Seasons Signature Mattress costs $3,850 for a queen, but sales rarely happen. Returns aren't allowed, either, but there is a 10-year limited warranty. Each mattress is made to order, and delivery takes 4-6 weeks.
Shop the Four Seasons Signature Mattress at Four Seasons
Bring the Four Seasons experience home with its Signature Mattress, a luxurious balance of comfort, support, and cooling. The Signature Plush version adds a layer of soft AirFeel foam while the Signature Firm version includes a dual layer of AirCool Foam. No matter which one you choose, a queen will set you back $3,850.
The affordable alternative...
Saatva Classic Mattress
The Saatva Classic is our top-rated mattress of 2025. Like the Four Seasons Signature Mattress, you can choose from three firmness options — but the Saatva Classic also comes in two height choices (11.5" or 14.5"). As well as a hotel-quality feel, you'll get resort-style extras: a 365-night trial, a lifetime warranty, and free white glove delivery. (It doesn't come wrapped and sealed in a box.) With frequent Saatva mattress sales, you'll seldom have to pay the list price. (A queen currently retails for $2,139). Read our Saatva Classic Mattress review to learn more.
What mattress do Hilton Hotels use?
The Hilton Bed, made in partnership with Serta, is designed to last for years thanks to extra coil support and an internal design that prevents sagging at the edges. The plush top adds cushioned pressure relief for a luxe touch.
Complementing that is the Hilton Feather & Down Pillow, which has an Inner chamber of feathers with an outer chamber of down. If you prefer a denser feel without the use of animal products, there's the Hilton Down Alternative Pillow. The Hilton Down Pillow is the plushest of the bunch.
Hilton's Cotton Stripe Linens are made of 100% Egyptian cotton and feature a sateen finish with a woven, tone-on-tone stripe.
Can you buy the Hilton Mattress?
Feel like you're sleeping at a Hilton Hotel every night and browse Hilton to Home for your new mattress, pillows, or bed linens.
The Hilton Mattress is one of the most affordable hotel mattresses you can buy, with a queen-size mattress retailing for $1,645. Better yet, Hilton runs occasional sales of up to 30% off during peak shopping times. It comes with a 10-year warranty, but no sleep trial.
Shop the Hilton Mattress at Hilton to Home
This luxury innerspring mattress boasts extra coil support plus reinforced edges to prevent sagging. It also promises maximum motion absorption, so couples won't have to worry about disturbing their partner (or being disturbed themselves). A queen retails for $1,645, making it the least expensive hotel mattress on this list after Premier Inn, and occasional Hilton sales reduce the cost even further.
The affordable alternative...
Serta Perfect Sleeper Mattress
Serta manufactures the Hilton Mattress, so we recommend sticking with the brand for a similar experience. The Serta Perfect Sleeper has a custom coil support system for pressure relief, while a plush top layer adds cushioning. Three support levels and a range of firmness options allow you to perfectly tailor your sleep. For a finish similar to the Hilton Mattress, try the Perfect Sleeper with the Ultimate support level and a Medium Pillow Top feel; a queen retails for $999. It comes with a 100-night trial.
- Read more: What mattress does the Hilton use?
What mattress does the Sheraton use?
Sheraton hotel guests can wake up feeling fresher after a night of the Sheraton Sleep Experience, anchored by a 13" luxury innerspring hybrid mattress crafted exclusively for the hotel by Simmons.
It features a plush-top surface for all-night comfort, with a quilted finish to add a luxurious appeal. Expect the support from the springs to complement the cushioned damask cover for all-around comfort.
The complete Sheraton Sleep Experience includes a pair of pillows (feather & down plus down alternative), 100% cotton sheets, a down alternative duvet, and a diamond down blanket.
Can you buy the Sheraton Mattress?
You can buy the Sheraton Mattress (and the accompanying accessories) from the Sheraton Store.
The Sheraton Mattress retails for $1,995 in a queen-size without a box spring. We do see 30% off every now and then, usually around notable shopping holidays, so time your purchase carefully. A 10-year warranty is included, and all sales are final.
Shop the Sheraton Mattress at Sheraton Store
A luxury quilted damask cover paired with a base of individually wrapped springs provides the Sheraton mattress with a plush finish and ample support. Shipped internationally, there are small differences between the US and EU Sheraton mattress, but expect a similar feel no matter where you live. Sales are rare at the Sheraton store but you can sometimes enjoy a saving around the major holidays (usually up to 30% off).
The affordable alternative...
Nolah Evolution Hybrid
This 15" mattress has a plush top similar to what you'd find on the Sheraton Mattress, but Nolah offers a choice of three firmness levels. Luxury Firm will be the closest match to the Sheraton Sleep Experience, but you can go softer or firmer as needed. Nolah mattress sales run often, and a queen-size Evolution Mattress regularly sells for $1,594 after 30% off. You'll also get 120 nights to try it out at home, along with a lifetime warranty. Learn more in our Nolah Evolution Mattress review.
- Read more: What is the Sheraton Hotel Mattress?
What mattress does Equinox Hotels use?
The Equinox Hotel in New York City is the ultimate sleep tourism destination for tired guests, and it all starts with its custom-made Equinox Hotels Mattress. This all-natural, organic mattress has layers of latex, coconut fiber, horsehair, and seaweed. for a medium-firm feel. It's wrapped in a machine-washable cotton cover.
The pillows are loaded with a mix of certified-hypoallergenic goose down and goose feathers; guests can choose between medium and soft pillows. The sheets are 100% cotton with a percale weave and a 400-thread count. Each bed has two down duvets, as per the Scandinavian Sleep Method.
Booking a stay at the Equinox Sleep Lab adds an Eight Sleep smart bed system to the Equinox Mattress for active climate control and integrated sleep tracking.
Can you buy the Equinox Hotels Mattress?
Visit the Equinox Hotels Sleep Shop to recreate its famous luxury wellness experience at home.
The Equinox Hotels Mattress is available in three sizes (twin, queen, king); it retails for $3,950 in a queen. We've not yet seen any notable sales on Equinox Hotel sleep products.
A 20-year warranty is included, and all sales are final. White glove delivery is required but not included. Custom sizes are available upon request.
Shop the Equinox Hotels Mattress at Equinox Hotels Shop
The all-natural materials in this mattress are contouring, breathable, and durable. With a medium-firm tension, it should be suitable for almost any type of sleeper. Prices range from $2,295 for a twin to $5,250 for a king, while a queen is $3,950. It's indeed a splurge, and we've yet to see it on sale. It does come with a 20-year warranty, which is longer than average for a hotel mattress.
The affordable alternative...
Avocado Latex Mattress
There are no coils to be found here, either — just three inches of GOLS-certified organic Dunlop latex, a 6" layer of FSC-certified Pure Talalay Latex, organic wool batting, and a hand-tufted organic cotton cover. A queen Avocado Latex Mattress retails for $3,499, but occasional Avocado mattress sales make this a much more affordable buy than the Equinox Hotel Mattress, with savings of up to 20%. The perks are better, too, with a 25-year warranty, a one-year trial, and free shipping.
What mattress does the Hampton Inn Hotel use?
Made by Serta, the Hampton Hotel Bed is a 12" innerspring mattress with a plush top, designed to cushion most sleepers while maintaining a neutral spine. The reinforced perimeter coils provide consistent edge-to-edge support so you can maximize every inch of your sleep surface — especially helpful if you're sharing a bed with your family.
Guests love the Hampton Inn's fluffy feather and down pillows. Its signature mattresses are wrapped in cotton-blend sheets and topped by a down alternative blanket.
Can you buy the Hampton Hotel Bed?
Shop Hampton has everything you need to turn your bedroom into your favorite hotel suite.
The Hampton Hotel Bed retails for $1,645 for a queen-size. However, we normally see discounts of up to 35% at Shop Hampton, which drops the price to as low as $1,069 — comfortably in the mid-range bracket before delivery charges.
No warranty information is provided, and no returns are allowed. White glove delivery is required and adds around $300.
Shop the Hampton Hotel Bed at Hampton Store
This innerspring hotel bed is one of the more affordable options in this guide, with a queen mattress currently costing $1,645. While this is still a premium price, we have seen previous sales discount this mattress by as much as 35% off, bringing a queen down to $1,069. So we think it’s worth waiting until another sale comes around. It’s also recommended you purchase a box spring with this mattress if you don’t already have one, and both a 6” low profile and 7.25” standard option add $200 to the price.
The affordable alternative...
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe
The Aurora Luxe looks and feels a lot like what you'd find at a luxury hotel. It comes in your choice of firmness with the option to add a pillow top for extra-lush pressure relief. As a specialist cooling mattress, it's loaded with breathable, heat-wicking materials to keep sleepers at a cozy temperature. After 25% off, a queen-size will cost $1,398, which isn't too far off from the total price of the Hampton Bed when it's on sale. However, Brooklyn Bedding adds a 120-night trial, a lifetime warranty, and free shipping, which adds to its overall value. Learn more in our Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Mattress review.
- Read more: What is the Hampton Hotel Bed?
What mattress does the Hyatt use?
Hyatt’s mattress isn’t unique to its hotels — Beautyrest Black Napa is the same model used by several other luxury properties across the US.
It's a hybrid of pocket springs and multiple foam comfort layers for a touch of softness with an overall firm feel. It promises exceptional motion isolation and temperature control via its infused cooling foam layers.
Downlite provides Hyatt properties with hypoallergenic white goose down pillows and an all-season European down comforter.
Can you buy the Hyatt Hotel mattress?
Unusually, Hyatt doesn't have an official storefront. You can buy the Beautyrest Black Napa Mattress from Beautyrest Hospitality, while the pillows and duvet are available from Downlite.
The Beautyrest Black Napa Mattress retails for $4,516 for a queen, but Beautyrest Hospitality offers as much as half off during sale events. It comes with a 10-year warranty and free white glove delivery.
Shop the Beautyrest Black Napa Mattress at Beautyrest Hospitality
Hyatt trusts Beautyrest to provide its guests with a luxurious sleep experience. The Beautyrest Black Napa is a lofty 14" mattress comprising pocket springs and multiple comfort layers, including infused foams to promote temperature-neutral sleep. You'll be able to save as much as 50% off if you wait for a Beautyrest Hospitality sale. Better yet, white glove delivery is included in the price, which isn't a perk you normally get with a hotel mattress.
The affordable alternative...
Beautyrest BR800 13.5" Medium Pillow Top
This isn't quite on the level of the Beautyrest Black series, but it's much easier on the wallet. Like its more luxe counterpart, the BR800 also has a layer of AirFeel Foam for breathability, but adds a strip of gel foam across the middle for specialized lumbar support. This Mattress Firm exclusive retails for $1,219.99 in a queen, but we've seen as much as 64% off during major holidays. It comes with a 120-night sleep trial and free delivery.
- Read more: What mattress does Hyatt Hotel use?
What mattress does the Indigo Hotel use?
The mattresses used in the 70-plus Hotel Indigo locations in the US differ, but the Beautyrest IHG Nightfall Pillow Top is among the most commonly used. You'll find this mattress at several Crowne Plaza locations, as well.
This is a 13.5" luxury pillow-top mattress that's rated as extra plush — a departure from the medium firm (or luxury firm) we normally see. The bed consists of two layers of GelTouch foam, temperature-regulating AirCool foam, and a bed of pocket coils. Silver is woven into the mattress to serve as an antimicrobial.
Hotel Indigo doesn't share much information about the type of bedding used at its properties, but based on our research, it's likely Egyptian cotton linens and chamber-style down and feather pillows.
Can you buy the Hotel Indigo Mattress?
The Beautyrest IHG Nightfall Pillow Top Mattress is available exclusively from Beautyrest Hospitality. (Hotel Indigo does not have an official storefront for its sleep products.)
A queen-size Nightfall Mattress retails for $3,712, but wait for a sale to drop as much as 50% off the MSRP. Free white glove delivery is provided, along with a 10-year warranty (non-prorated).
Shop the Beautyrest IHG Nightfall Pillow Top Mattress at Beautyrest Hospitality
As you can imagine, this is no ‘value’ purchase. For true luxury indulgence, you can expect a premium price tag. Currently, a queen is $1,856 (was $3,712). While that MSRP is one of the highest in this guide, Beautyrest offers consistent sales, so you’ll likely be able to pick it up for less. A box spring, either low profile or standard, will add $220 to your order. The price includes white glove delivery, which is a nice touch for a luxury investment, and you’ll get a 10-year warranty.
The affordable alternative...
Helix Sunset Luxe
The Sunset Luxe is the more pillowy alternative to the Helix Midnight Luxe, rated our best mattress for side sleepers. The plush top of the Sunset Luxe will put you in mind of the Hotel Indigo mattress, but here, you have the option to upgrade your mattress with cooling materials and extra lumbar support. A queen-size Sunset Luxe is normally marked down to $1,919 during Helix Mattress Sales — and while that may be more than the lowest sale price for the Beautyrest Nightfall, keep in mind that Helix includes a lifetime warranty and a 120-night trial. Read more in our Helix Sunset Luxe Mattress hands-on review.
- Read more: What mattress does Hotel Indigo use?
Hotel mattress and bedding FAQ
How can you sleep like you're in a five-star resort?
If you want to sleep like you’re enjoying a relaxing getaway in a five-star resort, first invest in a high-quality mattress that suits your sleep needs. Don’t have the budget for a new bed? The best mattress toppers are an affordable alternative and can bring new life to an aging mattress.
It's not the mattress alone that makes hotel-quality sleep a dream come true. Pillows play a huge role, with some properties offering pillow menus so you can find the right one for your needs. (Our guide to the best pillows will point you in the direction of some noteworthy options.)
Don’t skimp on the bedding, either: hotel beds feature multiple layers of sheets and pillows. This layered setup will make your mattress luxuriously inviting, so you're more inclined to put your phone down and crawl into bed.
You need to think outside the bed, too. Hotel rooms typically feature subtle, dimmed lighting, which indicates to your circadian rhythm that it’s time to fall asleep.
Pick the right setting on your thermostat, too. Experts recommend 60 to 68 degrees F as the perfect temperature for sleep. Good hotels use powerful air con to ensure a comfortable temperature, whether you’re vacationing in Alaska or Aruba.
Why are hotel beds so comfortable?
To ensure that the bedroom provides a relaxing sanctuary for guests, many hotels invest time, money, and energy into creating the perfect sleep setup. These high-quality mattresses are designed to appeal to as many guests as possible, so everyone passing through can enjoy a good night’s sleep.
For this reason, many hotel mattresses have a balanced, crowd-pleasing feel — also known as medium-firm. They tend to achieve this keen balance through an innerspring base followed by a plush, cushioned top.
In addition, hotel mattresses are, by necessity, made from high-quality materials. They have to withstand frequent use as well as regular cleaning, without starting to sag or creak. Like the best luxury mattresses, the quality of the material will be reflected in the overall feel of the mattress.
But a large reason why hotel rooms are so comfortable is psychological. Away from day-to-day stresses and anxieties, you feel calmer and more relaxed, which makes it easier to fall asleep and sleep through.
This halo effect isn’t always simple to achieve at home, but we have some advice on how to sleep better when you’re stressed, including prepping for the next day, soothing nighttime routines, and breathing exercises for better sleep.
Are there any hotels that offer adjustable beds?
Adjustable beds aren't a common amenity at hotels, but you're likely to find them on offer at some boutique luxury hotels. They're also available at select Hilton Garden Inn properties and Yotel locations.
Some luxury hotels provide adjustable smart beds in their most premium rooms. For example, the Bryte Balance AI-Powered Smart Bed is available at the Park Hyatt New York, the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, the Carillon Miami, and the Park Terrace Bryant Park (which is where we went hands-on with this tech-loaded mattress).
What mattress brands are popular with hotels?
Most major hotel chains partner with legacy brands such as Serta Simmons, Sealy, and Stearns & Foster.
However, independent hotels are more inclined to use popular D2C models in their rooms. A few examples include the Saatva Classic at Maj Hotel in Philadelphia, the Leesa Sapira Hybrid at Made Hotel in New York, and the Tuft & Needle Mint Mattress at the Marram Montauk.
Do hotel mattresses need a box spring?
Hotels often use a mattress and box spring combination, and you can typically purchase a hotel mattress with an added box spring. So, do you need a box spring for your hotel mattress?
Used with a hotel bed, box springs serve two purposes. First, as hotel mattresses are generally innerspring or coil-heavy hybrid designs, box springs can absorb shock to improve durability. Secondly, they add height to the bed, which conveys a sense of luxury.
For the most part, resort mattresses don’t need a box spring, providing you’re using a suitable bed base. However, be sure to read the fine print before dismissing the box spring, as it might affect the warranty.
When is the best time to buy a hotel mattress?
Hotel mattresses are luxury purchases that sit at the high end of the premium price bracket. Unlike many of our favorite online mattress brands, sales are rare.
However, we have seen deals around the major holidays, including Black Friday, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day. These sales can bring a significant discount — we’ve spotted as much as 35% off the Westin Heavenly Bed before — so they’re worth waiting around for, even if we can’t always predict a discount.

Based in Philadelphia, writer and editor Alison Barretta has been sharing buying advice and retail news for over 15 years. Since 2020 she's been helping Tom's Guide expand its robust library of sleep content by researching the latest trends, speaking with renowned experts, and going behind the scenes at Saatva, Casper, Sleep Number, Tempur-Pedic, and 3Z Brands. Alison has reviewed everything from budget mattresses to immersive luxury smart beds that automatically adjust to your every move. When she isn't reviewing mattresses or searching for great deals to save you money, Alison can be found practicing yoga and martial arts, experimenting with recipes, getting too invested in the Philadelphia Flyers, and snoozing with her cat / assistant mattress tester Alex.
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