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Our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches have reviewed 600+ mattresses and accessories for over seven years using proprietary analysis and hands-on testing. We assess each bed for support, cooling, firmness, pressure relief and more. Learn more.
In This Roundup
We’ll be discussing our top picks for the best hotel mattresses that give you the plush, luxurious feel of a hotel bed in your own home.
The best hotel mattress gives travelers the comfort of home, while maybe throwing in a little luxury. It also needs to be extremely supportive and durable, as it will likely have hundreds of different people sleeping on it in any given year.
But what if you want to flip the script and bring a hotel bed to you, rather than the other way around? That’s why we’ve put together this list of the best hotel mattresses. We believe that all these beds have the support, durability, and high-quality materials of a mattress you’d find in a hotel. And as you’ll see, some of them are even in hotels across the country already.
Our team of sleep specialists have reviewed more than 600 mattresses, using proprietary analysis and hands-on testing to establish easy-to-understand scores. In addition to an overall score, we measure subscores for support, edge support, cooling, motion transfer, durability, trial period, and warranty. You can read more about our testing methods at the bottom of this roundup.
With hotel mattresses, the first thing that often comes to mind is durability, since so many people with varying body types will be sleeping on these beds night after night. Hotel mattresses are known for their unmatched comfort, and what better way to complement comfort than with the proper support? For this roundup, we only included beds that scored well in support and durability.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.6
Helix
Helix Midnight Luxe
Medium-Firm Feel
Motion Isolation
Breathability
Hybrid mattress
100-night sleep trial
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The Helix Midnight Luxe is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 6.5/10. This is the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,373-$2,073 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, short queen, king, California king, RV king
Side Sleepers
Great pressure relief for side sleepers under 230 lbs.
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Hot Sleepers
This bed’s cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros
This bed has a hotel-like feel. The pillow top provides a plush comfort layer to sink into.
The Helix Midnight Luxe sleeps cool. Thanks to its cooling cover and copper-infused memory foam, even hot sleepers shouldn’t worry about overheating on this bed.
Even though it’s a hybrid mattress, this bed has great motion isolation. That means if you co-sleep, you’re less likely to feel your partner’s movements.
Cons
Stomach sleepers probably won’t find this bed supportive enough to keep their spine in proper alignment.
This is a luxury mattress model, so it wouldn’t be considered a budget-buy.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
15-year warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. It likely isn’t firm enough for most stomach sleepers, though. If you’re looking for a more supportive bed, check out the Titan Plus. Learn more in our video review.
Our Expert’s Take
Sleepers all across America have experienced the comfort of Helix’s original line of mattresses, all of which have a different level of firmness. With their Luxe line, the brand has outfitted these beds with luxury touches that you might find in a high-end hotel. The Helix Midnight Luxe, for instance, caps the standard Helix Midnight with a plush pillow top. This gives it some immediate softness before you sink into layers of Helix Responsive Foam and Copper Gel memory foam and get a slight lift from the pocketed coils below. All in all, these materials bring the mattress to a taller-than-usual height of 14”
We were blown away by the Midnight Luxe’s performance on every one of our mattress tests—it didn’t score below a 4.5 out of 5 on a single one of them, including support, cooling, motion transfer, and durability. Beyond these tests, we were very impressed with the Helix’s quilted pillow top, which we would say is one of its standout features, as it provided us plenty of comfort and pressure relief as we tested the mattress.
What We Love About the Helix Midnight Luxe
Like the Saatva Luxury Firm, the Helix Midnight accommodates back sleepers very well, thanks largely to its medium-firm feel (6.5/10) and individually wrapped coils that provide zoned lumbar support.
Our test results for the Helix Midnight Luxe were impressive across the board. This mattress earned a 4.5 out of 5 or higher in every one of our categories, making it one of the all-around best mattresses we’ve ever tested.
What to Keep in Mind About the Helix Midnight Luxe
The Helix Midnight Luxe isn’t the best option for stomach sleepers, as it’s too soft to keep your body from sinking below the mattress surface. Why is this a problem for stomach sleepers? While on your stomach, if your hips dip into the mattress this can cause your spine to rest in an uncomfortable position, which can eventually lead to back pain.
This mattress is on the pricey side, coming in at just over $2,000 for a queen. However, Helix offers a more affordable version of the Midnight Luxe that still delivers on quality. If you’re interested, check out our review of the Helix Midnight.
The Helix Midnight Luxe in Hotels
While the Helix Midnight Luxe is not advertised as being used in any hotels, Linaya, a customer service representative for Helix, did say that it’s the model they recommend to people who are looking for a hotel-like mattress. Indeed, the Helix Midnight Luxe does have a luxurious feel that would make it right at home in even the fanciest hotel suite.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Nectar Premier is an all-foam mattress with a high-density base layer and several layers of plush foam on top.
Firmness
The Nectar Premier is softer than average. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated it a 6/10. For reference, 6.5/10 is considered the industry standard of medium-firm.
Price
$1,049-$2,398 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Hot Sleepers
The Phase Change Material cover, paired with the cooling gel foam, helps dissipate body heat.
Side Sleepers
It offers lots of pressure relief for side sleepers who weigh less than 275 lb.
Pros of the Nectar Premier
It has a balanced foam feel. You’ll feel like you’re resting “on top” of the bed, rather than “inside” it.
The plush foam layers offer lots of pressure relief for side sleepers.
The cooling materials help dissipate body heat.
Cons of the Nectar Premier
It’s not supportive enough for most heavyweight back sleepers.
It lacks a bouncy and responsive feel.
This mattress might be too pricey for some people.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period.
The Nectar Premier mattress is a luxurious bed that offers lots of pressure relief. It’s softer than average, which makes it a nice option for many side sleepers. This mattress has cooling gel foam and a cover made with Phase Change Material, so it works well for hot sleepers. However, it may not be supportive enough for many back and stomach sleepers. And because it’s a high-end model, it could be out of some people’s budgets. To learn more, watch our video review.
Our Expert’s Take
For many folks, the first trait that comes to mind for a luxury hotel mattress is plushness. If that sounds like you, allow us to introduce you to the ultra-soft Nectar Premier. This all-foam bed scores about a 6/10 on our mattress firmness scale, meaning it’s plusher than the average bed. Its main comfort layer contains a thick 3” stretch of gel memory foam, which treats you to some contouring and pressure relief as soon as you lie down. Side sleepers should be especially comfortable on the Nectar Premier, as the foam does a good job of cradling their shoulders and hips, where they place the most pressure.
Because the Nectar Premier is on the soft side, it was safe for us to assume that our lightweight mattress testers would find it more comfortable than our heavyweight testers. Indeed, this turned out to be the case. When our under-130-lb tester rested on the mattress she found it supportive in all three sleeping positions, as she didn’t sink too far into the plush Nectar surface the same way a heavy sleeper would.
What We Love About the Nectar Premier
The Nectar Premier earned a 4.5 out of 5 on our cooling test, which is very impressive for an all-foam mattress. Largely, this is thanks to the phase change material used in the construction of the Nectar Premier. While some cooling features can often sound gimmicky, we assure you that phase change material really does make a difference when it comes to cooling.
This mattress is quite affordable. A queen will cost you a little over $1,000 and that’s before sales are applied.
What to Keep in Mind About the Nectar Premier
Heavyweight sleepers will likely find the Nectar Premier too soft. For something that provides more support, check out the Titan Plus.
The Nectar Premier in Hotels
When asked if the Nectar Premier is used in any hotels in the United States, Christine, a customer service rep for Nectar, told us, “It is, as we encounter customers who’re prompted to check our mattress due to them trying them at hotels or accommodations. However, we have no list of the specific hotels.”
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The WinkBed is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Softer, Luxury Firm, and Firmer. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Luxury Firm model a 7/10, which is slightly firmer than the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,149-$2,049 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Side Sleepers
Great pressure relief for side sleepers over 130 lbs.
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Hot Sleepers
This bed’s cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros
It has a bouncy, responsive feel. This is great for combination sleepers who benefit from a bed that makes it easy to change positions at night.
The WinkBed features zoned support. With firmer foam at the top and bottom and more cushioning foam in the middle, this bed has excellent lumbar support.
This bed sleeps cool. Thanks to the breathable coils and gel-infused memory foam, hot sleepers can expect a cool night’s rest.
Cons
This isn’t the best option for motion isolation.
The WinkBed doesn’t have a traditional “sink-in” memory foam feel.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on. For couples looking for motion isolation, though, this probably isn’t the best choice. Instead, check out the Nectar Premier Copper. Learn more in our video review.
Our Expert’s Take
Whether it’s in a hotel or a home, the Winkbed remains a popular choice for its luxury hybrid design, which we believe makes it one of the best mattresses for back sleepers. Its support layer contains zoned coils, which means they have different levels of firmness for different parts of the body. They’re firmer in the center to give you a lift and help keep the spine in a neutral alignment, while the coils at the head and feet are softer to give you some pressure relief at the hips.
Our light, average, and heavyweight mattress testers all found the Luxury Firm version of the WinkBed very supportive and comfortable while back sleeping, particularly our average-weight tester who described it as excellent. If you’re going to sleep on your back, we strongly suggest the Luxury Firm model, while stomach sleepers will likely be happier with the Firmer version and side sleepers should consider the Softer version.
What We Love About the WinkBed
This WinkBed is available in four different firmnesses, called Softer, Luxury Firm, Firmer, and Plus (great for heavy people). Each one of these will accommodate a different type of sleeper, making the WinkBed incredibly versatile.
This mattress comes with a generous lifetime warranty.
The WinkBed earned a perfect score on our edge support test. The perimeter is very sturdy and should easily be able to support your weight as you sit or sleep on it.
What to Keep in Mind About the WinkBed
The WinkBed didn’t blow us away with its ability to isolate motion. This indicates that movements made on one side of the bed will reverberate to the other side of the bed, which can be a problem for couples. That said, if you and your partner are relatively deep sleepers who aren’t easily disturbed then you won’t need to worry about it too much.
The WinkBed in Hotels
You can find the WinkBed in a variety of hotels across the United States, including the high-end Time New York and the nomadic El Cosmico in Marfa, Texas. It’s a reliably appealing mattress that can be counted on to impress anyone from lavish trip takers to weeknight work travelers.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.5
Nolah
Nolah Evolution
Multiple Firmnesses
Cooling
Motion Isolation
Hybrid mattress
120-night sleep trial
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The Nolah Evolution is a hybrid mattress, which means it has coils at the bottom and memory foam on top.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Plush, Luxury Firm, and Firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Luxury Firm model a 6.5/10, which is the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,499-$3,198 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Back Sleepers
The Nolah Evolution Hybrid offers great lumbar support for most back sleepers under 300 lb.
Hot Sleepers
This bed has graphite-infused foam, which helps dissipate body heat. It also has coils that promote airflow.
Pros of the Nolah Evolution
It has great cooling features, such as graphite-infused foam and airflow-promoting coils.
Even though it has coils, it isolates motion well. This makes it a great mattress for couples.
It’s available in three firmness levels, so it works for a variety of people.
Cons of the Nolah Evolution
It lacks a slow-moving feel.
It’s not supportive enough for most people who weigh more than 300 lb.
Because it’s a luxurious mattress, it might be too pricey for some people.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The Nolah Evolution Hybrid mattress is available in three firmness levels. The Luxury Firm model works well for many back and side sleepers. This mattress has many cooling features, and it isolates motion well. It’s not a great option for most people who weigh over 300 lb, though. If you fall in this category, you may need more lumbar support. Watch our Nolah Evolution mattress review video to learn more.
Our Expert’s Take
Many hotels have hybrid mattresses, as the structure of these beds allows them to last 10 years or more. For instance, the Nolah Evolution is made from a combination of the brand’s proprietary AirFoamIce and Eco Support Coils. The foam gives you a ton of pressure relief and has been infused with graphite to help the mattress sleep cool. The coils, meanwhile, are a whopping 8” tall. This contributes to the mattress’ overall durability, as does the coils’ patented Edge-Tech support. It bolsters the border of the mattress, preventing it from sagging or collapsing over time.
A hybrid construction doesn’t always translate to quality, but in the case of the Nolah Evolution Hybrid it does. We gave it a perfect score of 5 out of 5 on our durability test, meaning it can last you upwards of ten years if properly cared for. And those will be a pleasant ten years of sleep if you prioritize support, as the hybrid construction helped us feel comfortably secure with little to no sagging under our weight.
What We Love About the Nolah Evolution Hybrid
Like the WinkBed, the Nolah Evolution Hybrid is available in multiple firmnesses, although only three: Plush, Luxury Firm, and Firm.
This mattress earned a perfect score on our cooling test. Hybrids have a natural leg up when it comes to temperature regulation, as their construction is inherently more breathable than an all-foam mattress. On top of the hybrid construction, though, the Evolution Hybrid takes things to the next level with cooling graphite infusions and a heat escape gusset that ensures no hot air gets trapped inside the mattress.
What to Keep in Mind About the Nolah Evolution Hybrid
Edge support on the Nolah Evolution Hybrid is on the weaker side. This might be a problem for you if you like to sleep on the far ends of your bed, as you might find the perimeter of this mattress sags under your weight. If strong edge support is an important factor for you then consider the WinkBed.
The Nolah Evolution Hybrid in Hotels
The Nolah Evolution Hybrid is available in three different firmness options, much like the Four Seasons Signature Mattress. Also, like the Four Seasons mattress, the Evolution Hybrid has a hybrid construction that provides good responsiveness and support.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Sedona Elite is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers, including a layer of micro-coils.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress a 6.5/10, which is the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,249-$2,899 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, full XL, queen, short queen, king, California king, split California king
Back Sleepers
It has the right amount of support for back sleepers of all body types.
Side Sleepers
Most side sleepers should also feel cushioned enough on this bed.
Hot Sleepers
It has multiple cooling features distributed throughout its construction.
Pros of the Brooklyn Bedding Sedona Elite
It’s medium-firm, which is a highly versatile feel that accommodates most back and side sleepers.
Its layer of micro-coils is a rare feature that adds both responsiveness and pressure relief.
It feels cool to the touch and should regulate its temperature well throughout the night.
Cons of the Brooklyn Bedding Sedona Elite
Stomach sleepers will need a firmer bed with even more support.
It’s the brand’s “fanciest” mattress, so it’s not a budget bed.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period. A removal fee of $99 will be deducted from your refund.
The Sedona Elite is so-named because it’s the most luxurious mattress offering from Brooklyn Bedding. At almost 14 inches tall and with two coil units, it has a stately profile—and it also runs delightfully cool.
Our Expert’s Take
The Sedona Elite is named so for a reason. Of all of Brooklyn Bedding’s core group of mattresses, it’s the most luxurious — and thus the one you’d most likely find in a high-end hotel. The extravagance begins with the comfort layers, of which there are three: patented comfort foam and two layers of gel memory foam. That’s a lot of pressure relief right off the bat, making the Sedona Elite a match made in heaven for side sleepers. They should feel the memory foam melting away the pressure on their shoulders and hips, while also getting some support below from an 8” layer of Ascension X coils.
Every one of our mattress testers felt good on their sides, and our light and average-weight testers even felt excellent. The Mattress Clarity lightweight tester sank comfortably into the Sedona Elite’s comfort foam and experienced wonderful pressure relief around their shoulders and hips. As for our average-weight tester (130 – 230 lb), they consider it to be one of the best mattresses for side sleepers they’ve ever tested.
What We Love About the Sedona Elite
The Sedona Elite’s medium-firm feel strikes a middle ground that makes it a great option for most back and side sleepers. If you’re light- or average-weight and sleep on your back or side, you’ll likely find that this mattress works exceptionally well for you.
This mattress is quite durable, which means it can last you upwards of ten years if properly cared for.
What to Keep in Mind About the Sedona Elite
We can’t recommend this mattress for budget shoppers, as it costs over $2,000 for a queen. If you’re interested in a mattress that doesn’t break the bank but still has a luxurious, hotel feel, consider the Nectar Premier.
The Sedona Elite in Hotels
While it’s not advertised whether this mattress is used in any hotels, it is reminiscent of the Beautyrest pillow-top mattress that’s made specifically for Disney resorts. If you’ve ever been on a vacation to Disney World, you likely know how good it feels to relax on that hotel mattress after a long day at the parks. The Sedona Elite has a similar plush feeling that can help relieve aches and pains.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.3
Saatva
Saatva Classic
Multiplem Firmnesses
Durable
Responsive
Hybrid mattress
365-night sleep trial
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The Saatva is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Plush Soft, Luxury Firm, and Firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Luxury Firm model a 7/10, which is a bit firmer than average.
Price
$1,295-$2,790 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king, split California king
Stomach Sleepers
Supportive enough for stomach sleepers under 230 lbs.
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 300 lbs.
Hot Sleepers
This bed’s cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros
The Saatva mattress is a great option for combination sleepers. It is available in multiple firmness options, but the Luxury Firm model works well for multiple sleeping positions.
The Luxury Firm model of the Saatva will work well for most back sleepers. Its balance of comfort and support and zoned construction ensure you’ll sleep in good neutral alignment.
Shoppers looking for a long-lasting mattress will love the Saatva. It feature high-density foam and durable coils that should ensure it lasts for over 10 years.
Cons
If you like the feel of a memory foam mattress, you’re not going to love the feel of the Saatva.
Lightweight side sleepers might not get the best pressure relief, even on the softest Saatva model.
Shipping
Free white glove delivery
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period. A removal fee of $99 will be deducted from your refund.
The Saatva is a luxurious hybrid innerspring mattress that should be a great long-term investment. It is available in multiple firmness options, so it should work for the majority of sleeping positions, and its Luxury Firm model is one of the best mattresses for back sleepers. However, lightweight side sleepers and fans of memory foam should look elsewhere. Learn more in our video review.
Our Expert’s Take
When we call the Saatva the best luxury hotel mattress, it isn’t hyperbole — you can already find it in many hotels around the world. Many homes away from home have treated guests to the bed’s sturdy coil-on-coil construction. But on top of the two bottom layers of spring rests a Euro pillow-top, quilted with a bit of memory foam to add some plushness and contouring. This exquisite blend of comfort and support makes for a truly luxurious sleeping experience.
When we tested the Saatva we scored it a 4.5 out of 5 on our support test. Support is one of those things that many people appreciate in a hotel mattress, as it indicates a certain level of quality. Even when our heavier mattress tester (over 230 lb) rested on the Saatva he felt little to no sagging under his weight.
What We Love About the Saatva
When purchasing a Saatva, you get to choose the firmness of the mattress. It’s available in Plush Soft, Luxury Firm (medium), and Firm. So, regardless of your body type and preferred sleeping position, you’ll be able to find a version of the Saatva that works well for you.
We spent a lot of time with the Luxury Firm version of the Saatva, putting it through our comprehensive testing process. If you sleep on your back, this is the version of the Saatva that you’ll want. I felt fantastic while testing this mattress on my back, likely thanks to its medium-firm feel that provides just the right amount of sinkage to allow my hips to dip comfortably below the surface.
What to Keep in Mind About the Saatva
Regardless of which firmness you choose, you’ll find that the Saatva doesn’t do a good job of isolating motion. This is only a problem if you sleep with a partner, but it can be a big problem if you do. As your partner tosses and suns or simply gets out of bed for a glass of water you’ll likely feel their movements on your side of the mattress, which can make it difficult for light sleepers to get good, undisturbed rest.
The Saatva Mattress in Hotels
From the snowy environs of the Camel’s Garden Hotel in Telluride, Colorado to the quaint Bissel House Bed & Breakfast in Pasadena, CA, the Saatva mattress is used in many destination hotels around the United States.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.5
Bear
Bear Elite Hybrid
Medium-Firm Feel
Lifetime Warranty
Sturdy Edges
Hybrid mattress
120-night sleep trial
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The Bear Elite Hybrid is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Soft, Medium, and Firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Medium model a 6.5/10, which is the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,893-$3,920 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Side Sleepers
Back Sleepers
Hot Sleepers
Pros of the Bear Elite Hybrid
This mattress offers great value. It’s made with high-quality materials and backed by a lifetime warranty, but available at a relatively affordable price point.
It comes with excellent edge support. The Bear Elite Hybrid’s sturdy perimeter is helpful if you need a stable surface to get in and out of bed.
The bed’s cover and foam layers contain cooling materials to help regulate your body temperature. Its coil layer also promotes plenty of airflow to keep you cool.
Cons of the Bear Elite Hybrid
Doesn’t do the best job of isolating motion.
Likely not supportive enough for sleepers who weigh over 230 lbs.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The Bear Elite Hybrid is Bear’s most high-end mattress. It offers luxury features, like zoned support and extra height, while still offering the temperature regulation Bear mattresses are known for. Based on our testing results, we’d recommend this mattress to average-weight side and back sleepers, as well as hot sleepers. If you’re looking for a cheaper option, check out the Bear Star Hybrid. Learn more in our video review.
Our Expert’s Take
In the mattress industry, Bear has made a name itself by designing beds catered toward athletes. And one of the brand’s most luxurious beds is the Bear Elite Hybrid, which boasts a cover made of phase change material to help draw away body heat after a workout. The comfort layer also has memory foam infused with copper to assist with cooling — not to mention a support layer of coils that leave plenty of room for air to flow through the mattress.
When we ran our temperature regulation test on the Bear Elite Hybrid we were impressed by how well the cooling features in the mattress worked. Ultimately, we gave it an impressive score of 4.5 out of 5 on this test. The mattress cover especially blew us away, as the phase change material really does make it cool to the touch.
What We Love About the Bear Elite Hybrid
We have another mattress with multiple firmness options! The Bear Elite Hybrid can be purchased in Soft, Medium, or Firm. The Soft version will likely work best for side sleepers and lightweight sleepers. Medium will be a good choice for average-weight sleepers and back sleepers. And, as you probably guessed, the Firm version is the right choice for heavyweight people and stomach sleepers.
What to Keep in Mind About the Bear Elite Hybrid
If you sleep with a partner, the Bear Elite Hybrid’s motion transfer might be an issue for you. If you’re in a relationship with someone who tosses and turns as they sleep, there’s a good chance that you’ll feel these movements on your side of the Bear.
The Bear Elite Hybrid in Hotels
The Bear mattresses can be found in the rooms of the Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy, a sports training facility in Bradenton, Florida, which makes sense, since the Bear Elite Hybrid was designed with athletes in mind. They’re in several other hotels across the country, too, including the Walker Hotel Tribeca in Lower Manhattan.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Titan Plus is a hybrid mattress. This means it has coils at the bottom and foam on top.
Firmness
The Titan Plus mattress is very firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated it a 9/10.
Price
$699-$1,499 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split California king
Heavyweight sleepers
This mattress has a thick comfort layer and sturdy coils that can handle heavier weights.
Stomach Sleepers
It offers lots of hip support, which can help stomach sleepers maintain the correct spinal alignment.
Couples
This mattress has good edge support and motion isolation.
Pros of the Titan Plus
It works well for people who weigh 230 – 500 lb, thanks to its supportive feel.
This mattress has great edge support.
The Titan Plus mattress is breathable and cool, so it works well for hot sleepers.
Cons of the Titan Plus
Lightweight people likely won’t get enough pressure relief on this mattress.
It’s too firm for many side sleepers, who will likely need more cushioning along their shoulders and hips.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period. A removal fee of $99 will be deducted from your refund.
The Titan Plus mattress works well for many heavyweight back and stomach sleepers. It’s quite firm, coming in at 9/10 on our firmness scale. This means that many side sleepers won’t get the pressure relief they need along their shoulders and hips. Watch our Titan Plus mattress review video to learn more.
Our Expert’s Take
Whether sleeping at home or in a hotel, heavy people over 230 lb are going to need an especially supportive mattress. Fortunately, Brooklyn Bedding sought out to make a luxurious bed just for them with the Titan Plus. While many mattresses have higher-density foam at the bottom, the Titan has it in the comfort layer to make sure there’s plenty of support right away. But it’s offset by a layer of TitanFlex foam, a proprietary material that’s contouring and pressure-relieving while also being responsive. At the bottom of the mattress lies a layer of extra-tall TitanCaliber coils, ensuring that larger sleepers feel lifted and supported.
Our team of testers consists of many different body types. For the Titan Plus, we were sure to have Marten, our heavyweight mattress testers, put it through the ringer. He felt the mattress performed fair to excellent spending on which sleeping position he was in, and didn’t feel and sagging under his weight, even when he rested towards the edges of the mattress.
What We Love About the Titan Plus
We’ve mentioned several mattresses that are good for back sleepers, so it’s time to highlight one that works well for stomach sleepers. We rated the Titan Plus a 9/10 on our firmness scale. This means that it will certainly provide enough support to keep stomach sleepers’ hips from sinking uncomfortably into the mattress. In fact, it might even be a bit too firm for lightweight stomach sleepers (under 130 lb).
Like stomach sleepers, heavyweight people (over 130 lb) tend to prefer a firm mattress that keeps them from sinking too far into the mattress. Heavyweight back and stomach sleepers should find that the Titan Plus works well for them.
What to Keep in Mind About the Titan Plus
When a mattress does a good job accommodating heavyweight people and stomach sleepers, you can usually count on it being a bad choice for side sleepers and lightweight people. The Titan Plus is too firm for these groups, who need a soft mattress that will cushion them and provide necessary pressure relief. Consider the Sedona Elite instead.
The Titan Plus in Hotels
Like the Midnight Luxe, we’re not sure whether the Titan Plus is used in any hotels across the country, but it is reminiscent of some of the sturdier mattresses we’ve slept on while staying at luxury hotels. If you’ve ever plopped down on a bed in your room at a Fairmont hotel, which tend to be on the softer side, and thought that you’d appreciate something with a little more support, then the Titan Plus might be for you.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
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Emma
Emma Hybrid Comfort
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Hybrid mattress
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The Emma Hybrid Comfort is a hybrid mattress that combines foam in the top comfort layer with coils at the bottom for support.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest and 10 being the firmest, we rated the Emma Comfort Hybrid an 8/10, meaning it’s quite firm.
Price
$812-$1,649 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Back Sleepers
Good support for average to heavyweight back sleepers (230 lb and up)
Couples
This bed isolates motion well for those who are easily disturbed while still being responsive enough for sex
Stomach Sleepers
Supportive for all stomach sleepers
Pros of the Emma Hybrid Comfort
The Emma Hybrid Comfort is a great choice for back sleepers who want a firm mattress that can support heavier weights. Back sleepers should get a good amount of comfort and support here.
This bed is good for budget shoppers, as it can be discounted up to 50% during major holidays.
Hot sleepers shouldn’t worry about overheating because the coils allow for airflow, the cover is breathable, and you don’t sink into the bed, which means it won’t trap heat.
Cons of the Emma Hybrid Comfort
It’s far too firm for side sleepers.
The foam doesn’t offer a lot of contouring.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Returns
Full refunds during the trial period.
The Emma Hybrid Comfort is an affordable mattress that’s very firm and offers great support for stomach and back sleepers. It can also handle heavier weights, so it’s a great choice for heavyweight individuals who need a supportive mattress. Couples should sleep soundly without worrying about noticing their partner move around during the night and it won’t trap too much heat. Learn more in our video review.
Our Expert’s Take
When some people think of hotel mattresses, they think of soft, plush, luxurious mattresses such as the Nectar Premier. For other folks, namely stomach sleepers, soft and plush mattresses may not be as comfortable as they sound. Stomach sleepers tend to want to sleep on mattresses that are a bit firmer since firmer mattresses help keep the hips and spine in alignment in this position. If this sounds like you, the Emma Hybrid Comfort might be the perfect fit for you.
We rank the Emma Hybrid Comfort at an 8/10 on our firmness scale, the perfect firm feel for stomach sleepers of all sizes. In fact, every one of our mattress testers, from lightweight to heavyweight, felt great while they were on their stomachs. Another aspect of this firm mattress we appreciated was its bounciness. We had no trouble moving around on the Emma Hybrid Comfort, and when it was time to get out of bed we were able to hop up with ease.
What We Love About the Emma Hybrid Comfort
Not only is the mattress supportive enough to provide comfort to folks over 300 lb, it also has great durability. This means it’s less likely to sag under your weight over time.
The Emma Hybrid Comfort is very affordable. The list price is just over $1,000 for a queen, but the company frequently runs very generous sales that make this mattress obtainable for less than $1,000.
What to Keep in Mind About the Emma Hybrid Comfort
This mattress does not work well for side sleepers; it’s too firm to contour to their bodies and provide adequate pressure relief. For a mattress that does the job for side sleepers, especially lightweight and average-weight side sleepers, check out the Sedona Elite.
The Emma Hybrid Comfort in Hotels
The Emma Hybrid Comfort is relatively new, so it’s not advertised as being used in any hotels at this moment, but we wouldn’t be surprised if it eventually ends up in popular chains across the country. Comparing it to a well-known hotel mattress, we’d say the Emma Hybrid Comfort is most like the beds used in the Ritz-Carlton. It’s on the firmer side, which is great news for stomach sleepers, but has enough plushness to accommodate most back sleepers as well.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Plank Firm is a flippable mattress with two firmness levels on each side. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the softer side a 8/10. The firmer side comes in at a 9/10.
Price
$749-$1,532 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, short full, full, short queen, queen, olympic queen, short king, split king, split california king, California king, RV king
Stomach Sleepers
It offers ample hip support for most stomach sleepers, especially on the firmer side.
Heavyweight Sleepers
This mattress has a thick comfort layer and sturdy coils that can handle heavier weights.
Pros of the Plank Firm
It has a flippable design, so you can easily change its firmness level by turning the mattress over.
It’s the firmest mattress we have tested, so if you need a lot of spinal support, this is a good option.
It works well for stomach sleepers because it helps keep hips elevated and in the correct alignment.
Cons of the Plank Firm
This mattress is too firm for most side sleepers.
Because it’s made entirely out of foam, it tends to trap body heat.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The Plank Firm mattress is one of the most supportive mattresses on the market. It has a flippable design, with two firmness levels in one. On our firmness scale, the the softer side feels like a 8/10 and the firmer side feels like a 9/10. Both sides tend to work well for stomach sleepers, but most side sleepers won’t get enough pressure relief on this bed. Watch our video review to learn more.
Our Expert’s Take
If you’re a fan of firmer-feeling mattresses, the flippable Plank Firm should be right up your alley. The Plank is one of the firmest mattresses that we’ve tested. It’s an all-foam mattress, however, the Plank Firm’s top layer is made from Supreme Response Comfort Foam, making the mattress feel bouncier and more responsive than other firm mattresses.
We put the Plank at an 8/10 on our firmness scale for the softer side of the mattress, and a 9/10 on the firmer side, so even the soft side will be too firm for many sleepers. However, most of our testers found the soft side to be a great fit for back sleeping, and our heavyweight mattress tester enjoyed the firmer side while on his stomach.
What We Love About the Plank
The Plank is a flippable mattress, meaning each side has a different firmness level and you can select which one works best for you. This is a great value add, as it’s pretty much like having two mattresses in one.
This mattress has fantastic edge support. Sitting on its perimeter feels as supportive as sitting on a sturdy chair. Even our heaviest mattress tester didn’t feel any sinkage as he rested along the edge of the Plank.
What to Keep in Mind About the Plank
Both sides of the Plank are firm, with one side being very firm. While the flippability does make the mattress more inclusive, we feel neither side does a good job of accommodating side sleepers. They’re simply not soft enough.
The Plank Firm in Hotels
The Plank is likely firmer than any mattress you’ll find in a hotel room, but the quality comparable to a bed in a high-end resort. If you’re after the reliability of a hotel mattress with a level of firmness that specifically accommodates your needs, then this is a fantastic choice.
It depends on the hotel! Many hotels make their own mattresses in-house or hire a mattress company to make a customized bed, which obviously makes it difficult for customers to buy them and bring them home (although some hotels do have an online store where you can do just that). Others use some of the beds in this roundup.
Whatever the case, chances are that hotel beds are going to fall into one of the following mattress categories. The same goes for any mattress company trying to give you the hotel experience in the comfort of your own home.
Foam
All-foam mattresses are usually made from a combination of softer, pressure-relieving foam up to (such as memory foam), supported by a base layer of denser foam for support (such as poly foam). They might also have a layer of transitional foam to create a gradual transition between the different materials. While it is possible for foam mattresses to be medium-firm or, in some cases, firm, they tend to be on the softer end.
Pros: Softness, contouring, pressure relief, good motion isolation, less expensive, usually a match for side sleepers, as well as some back sleepers and combination sleepers.
Cons: Usually not supportive enough for heavy sleepers or stomach sleepers. Memory foam also tends to sleep hot and might benefit from additional cooling features. Finally, while foam mattresses can last five to seven years, they’re not as durable as innerspring or hybrid mattresses.
Innerspring
Innerspring mattresses have a construction mostly made up of coils, which create a ton of support and offer sleepers a traditional bouncy feel. Despite the name, there’s still usually a little bit of foam up top to provide some pressure relief.
Pros: Durable, supportive, responsive, and the beds can last upwards of 10 years. They also tend to be a great choice for back sleepers and combination sleepers, and can often accommodate heavy sleepers and stomach sleepers. Temperature-wise, innerspring mattresses tend to sleep cool, with plenty of room for airflow between the springs.
Cons: The more responsive feel sometimes isn’t soft or contouring enough for side sleepers. Innerspring mattresses also aren’t the best at motion isolation, and are often more expensive than all-foam beds.
Latex
Latex foam comes from either Dunlop or Talalay latex, and results in a mattress that’s bouncy, responsive, and naturally cooling. It’s rare that a latex mattress is made entirely of latex foam, so you can expect it to have layers of other types of foam (such as memory foam or poly foam), and sometimes springs.
Pros: Durable, supportive, responsive, and naturally cooling. Like innerspring mattresses, latex beds can last 10 years or more. As a material, latex is also more environmentally friendly than memory foam. Usually a good fit for back sleepers and combination sleepers.
Cons: Latex mattresses tend to be extremely bouncy, which isn’t always the best fit for side sleepers. They’re also usually more expensive than all-foam beds.
Hybrid
A hybrid mattress just means any bed that combines any of the above materials. Usually, that means a generous portion of foam up top (either memory foam, latex, a proprietary material, or a combination) and a support layer below of pocketed coils. Because of the more elaborate construction, hybrid mattresses can have a variety of feels, firmnesses, support levels, and luxurious add-ons.
Pros: Many options, usually good for a wide variety of sleepers, different cooling features and add-ons, able to last 10 years or more.
Cons: They tend to be a bit more expensive than all-foam mattresses.
Shopping for a Hotel Mattress
There’s a good chance you’ve woken up in a hotel at some point in your life thinking, “That was the best sleep I’ve ever gotten.” And so, naturally, you may have wondered how you can get your hands on the very same mattress that the hotel uses. Well, in many cases you either can’t, or, if you can, the mattresses are very expensive, as hotel companies often have beds designed specifically to be used on their properties. That said, knowing what kind of mattress a hotel uses can help you find something comparable on the bed-in-a-box market. Here are descriptions of the mattresses used by some of the most popular hotels.
What Mattress Do Marriott Hotels Use?
Marriott mattresses are somewhat unique in that they have an all-foam construction, whereas many hotel mattresses have a hybrid construction. However, the Marriott mattress is made with high-density foam that provides similar structure and support as a hybrid would. If you’re after a mattress like this, consider the Nectar Premier.
What Mattress Do Disney Hotels Use?
As we mentioned above, Disney Hotels use a mattress designed specifically for them by the popular company Beautyrest. Which mattress you experience depends on which level of Disney hotel you stay at (from value to deluxe). When it comes to the deluxe hotels, they use a sturdy pillow-top mattress that provides a great blend of comfort and support. It’s really the definition of a high-quality hybrid. If you’d like to experience that at home, consider the Sedona Elite.
What Mattress Do Hilton Hotels Use?
The mattress used in Hilton Hotels is a custom product designed by Serta. Like the Disney mattress, the Hilton mattress is a durable hybrid. An area where the Hilton mattress excels is edge support, as it’s designed specifically to prevent the perimeter from sagging. This is a very important factor for those who sleep close to the edge of the bed. On this list, we’d recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe as the closest comparison.
What Makes a Hotel Mattress?
The term “hotel mattress” can be fairly all-encompassing, as different hotels are going to want different things out of a mattress for their guests. But at the end of the day, any hotel worth its salt is going to want their customers to be comfortable. So they tend to take the following factors into account when it comes to a high-end hotel mattress — whether they’re creating one themselves or acquiring one that’s already on the market.
Comfort
This seems like a no-brainer, but above all else, a high-end hotel mattress should be comfortable. That’s why hotels make their mattresses in-house or opt for some of the highest-quality mattress brands on the market (including some of the ones in this roundup).
Support
Simply put, a lot of different people are going to be sleeping on a hotel mattress in a given year. So hotels tend to look for mattresses that have a lot of support (usually from a spring layer), won’t sag, and can accommodate different body types. While some hotels may use all-foam beds, they tend to be made from high-quality foams that will still give sleepers a slight lift and support a neutral spine alignment.
Durability
Because they get so much use from many different body types, hotel mattresses need to last long. The mattresses on this list are all made with durable materials and come with generous warranties and trial periods. A good hotel mattress should last 10 years or more.
Cooling
The number of people who come through a hotel means that the rooms are going to be housing many different types of sleepers. It’s a guarantee that some of them will sleep hot, so hotel mattresses tend to be good at cooling. In fact, when we tested all of the beds on this list, they each received a 4 out of 5 or higher on cooling.
Extra Features
When many people think of the best hotel mattresses, one word comes to mind: luxury. All of the mattresses on this list can be considered luxury beds, and as you’ve already seen, they each contain different bells and whistles, whether it be reinforced edge support or extra cooling features. You can expect the same of any mattress you’d find at a high-end hotel. Interested in other high-end mattresses, consider our picks of the best luxury mattresses.
Firmness
Because hotels are catering to many different types of sleepers, many hotel mattresses are going to be medium firm. This is the most universal firmness level, and is going to appeal to the largest number of people. For example, Saatva offers three different firmness options: Firm Luxury Firm, and Plush Soft. Most hotels with Saatva mattresses opt for the Luxury Firm model. While slightly firmer than usual, it’s a 7 out of 10 on the mattress firmness scale, which still puts it in the category of medium firm.
If you’re buying a mattress directly through the hotel’s online shop, you’re likely going to spend upwards of $2,000. But if you shop through a mattress review site such as ours, you can usually get a quality hotel mattress for less. To give you some perspective, the mattresses on this range from $1,249 to $2,399 for a Queen-size before discounts.
What mattress type is most common in hotels?
While high-end hotels may use all-foam mattresses or traditional innersprings, the most common mattress type is a hybrid.
How do you make your mattress feel like a hotel mattress?
Purchasing one of the mattresses on this list is a great place to start. But if that’s outside of your budget, you can always outfit your bed with a mattress topper, which can add more firmness, softness, and support to your bed, depending on what you need. You can also invest in some higher-end bedding, such as the best cooling sheets or best memory foam pillow.
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Marten Carlson
Lead Mattress Reviewer
About Author
Marten has been writing about mattresses and sleep health for six years. He is the lead reviewer at Mattress Clarity where he tests mattresses, bedding, and sleep accessories.
In his role here, Marten’s reviewed over 500 mattresses and 150 sleep accessories (so you can rest assured that if he recommends a product, it’s been put through the wringer in our Austin studio). In addition, he has written more than 400 articles reviewing the quality of sleep and sleep products as well as sleep health. He’s especially interested in the correlation between sleep and mental health.
Marten’s also got a personal stake in sleep health. After writing dozens of pieces on the dangers of sleep apnea, he decided to get tested for the condition. Realizing he did, in fact, suffer from sleep apnea, he immediately started using a CPAP machine. He knows all too well the importance of a healthy night’s sleep and is passionate about helping others get the healthy, restorative sleep they deserve.
He received his bachelor’s degree in Film Production from Denison University and his master’s degree in Film Studies from Emory University.