Shopping for a guest bed - summary
- Finding the right guest bed solution can often be a challenge. Moving beyond airbeds or couch surfing offers a far more comfortable and practical setup for your visitors.
- For kids' sleepovers or occasional overflow, foam crash pads serve as a low-cost, easy-to-store option.
- If space is at a premium, a Sleepyhead Trundler is an ideal versatile choice: a space-saving King Single by day that slides out to create an extra bed at night. It works brilliantly for unexpected visitors or growing kids hosting friends.
- For a dedicated guest room, the key is balancing comfort and value for a bed used less frequently. The Sleepyhead Slumber or the Sleepyhead For You both deliver excellent support and lasting quality without over-investing in a daily-use setup.
Shopping for a guest bed
The holiday season often brings a influx of relatives and friends who need a comfortable place to sleep for a night or three. While borrowing an airbed from a neighbour or offering the couch are common quick fixes, providing a proper sleep solution shows your guests extra care. Here are practical, affordable bed options for family and friends this holiday season.
Stowaway mattress
If you are facing the holiday rush without a guest bed, help is at hand. Despite best intentions, traditional airbeds rarely deliver a restful night’s sleep. A folding or stowaway folds neatly into a compact storage bag, ready to be pulled out for sleep in a snap.
Foam crash pads
Hosting a group of kids for a birthday sleepover or managing overflow during family gatherings? Foam crash pads are a low-cost, easy-to-store option. Similar to bed-in-a-box designs, they offer an immediate, practical solution for extra visitors without taking up permanent floor space.
Sleep and slide: the trundler solution
A Sleepyhead Trundler is a versatile space-saver for unexpected visitors. By day, it functions as a single bed; by night, the sliding lower bed rolls out and pops up to accommodate extra guests or couples. It is an ideal option for visiting grandchildren, and serves equally well as a primary bed for growing kids who regularly host friends.
Space to share: the dedicated guest room
While many homes feature a spare room, surveys show that guest rooms are often only used a few nights a year. When furnishing a dedicated space, the focus should be on balancing comfort and value. Because the bed will not experience daily wear, you can opt for a high-quality, supportive model without needing top-tier luxury pricing.
The Sleepyhead Slumber and Sleepyhead For You ranges offer excellent durability and support for spare rooms.
Feel: Choosing a comfort layer can be tricky for varied guests. A medium feel is the safest choice, preferred by roughly 70% of Sleepyhead buyers.
Size: If floor space allows, a Queen mattress is the most versatile option, accounting for 60% of all Sleepyhead beds sold.
Making the right choice for you
Choosing the correct bed size is essential for ensuring your guests get a restful night. Rather than defaulting to a size out of habit, evaluate your space and visitor needs. Explore our range of beds or take the Sleep Selector Quiz to find the ideal mattress for your home.