For many of us, sleeping in a five-star hotel bed is the ultimate sleep experience – a bed so comfortable you never want to get out of it. So, what’s the secret? It’s not just the bed or the sheets alone. A great night sleep is the number one reason guests prefer one hotel over another, especially for business travelers. So, the bed must be exceptional. Every layer is softer, bigger, and more memorable. Want to create this magical sleep experience at home? Keep reading.
Discover the comfort of king-size beds
The first thing that stands out in luxury hotel rooms is the bed. There it is, a super king-size bed with an extra-thick mattress of 25 or even 30 cm. You don’t just step into this bed – you take a graceful leap. On top of these thick mattresses, you'll often find a soft featherbed as an extra layer of cushioning comfort, giving you that cloud-like feeling. The duvet is extra wide and can be tucked under the mattress for a snug fit. And, of course, the bed is topped with an array of pillows for the ultimate luxurious look.
The pillow menu, please!
When it comes to pillows, more is definitely more. Typically, your hotel bed will have two to four down pillows and two fiber-filled pillows, giving you plenty of options for comfort. Plus, there are often additional body or reading pillows. But it doesn’t stop there – hotel pillows are wider, with sizes like 80 cm or even 90 cm as the standard. These wider pillows not only look more luxurious, but they also offer better support with their 50 cm height. I’ve personally switched to larger pillows a long time ago – the extra length ensures that your pillow is always there, no matter how much you toss and turn.
Why sleep when you can float?
Have you ever heard someone say, “this bed is too fluffy”? Neither have I. A high-quality mattress is key to a good night’s sleep, but even the best mattress can be enhanced. Enter the featherbed. This soft, plush top layer adds that authentic hotel touch, making your sleep feel like you're floating on a cloud.
Heavenly white Egyptian cotton
White is by far the most popular color for hotel linens. Not only does it look crisp and clean, but it also makes the bed the star of the room. As if it’s inviting you to skip exploring the city and instead jump right in and cocoon yourself in the dreamy sheets. Sounds familiar?
Crispy hotel sheets
Ah yes, those perfectly crisp and fresh sheets, meticulously made up by housekeeping every day. The good news is, you can easily recreate this at home. Treat yourself to 100% Egyptian cotton sheets with a percal weave and a high thread count. The percal weave gives the sheets that crisp feeling, while a high thread count ensures fabric that feels soft and smooth against your skin. For the ultimate experience, go for Egyptian percale cotton with a minimum thread count of 400.
Fluffy down duvets
For that ultra-plush, truly heavenly hotel bed feel, it’s all about an extra fluffy down (or down alternative) duvet. 100% down duvets are the most airy and light but keep you comfortably warm. Look for an insert that’s a few inches wider and longer than your duvet cover for an extra sumptuous result.
With these tips, you can transform your bed into a true luxury hotel bed. Add a soft featherbed, fluffy duvets, and crisp cotton sheets, and sleep in five-star comfort every night – right at home.
