The best luxury mattresses for five-star sleep at home

Score: 92/100

This hybrid design is a reliable choice for hot sleepers. It features a breathable bamboo cover – bamboo is known for its natural moisture-wicking and antibacterial properties – with a BioCell foam that allows air to circulate freely throughout the night. There are no nasties here either; Panda uses CertiPUR-certified foam, and the product is OEKO-TEX certified, providing independent reassurance that it’s free from harmful substances.

It scored highly in terms of support and pressure relief thanks to the combination of 1,500 pocket springs and layers of orthopaedic-grade memory foam, which contour to the body and keep the shoulders, hips and lower back properly supported overnight.

Most found the medium-firm design “luxuriously comfortable” to sleep on, and said it remained quiet and still, even when snoozing next to fidgety partners. They also praised the smooth delivery service, with clear communication throughout and a stress-free set-up process.

Note, a few said it was firmer and taller than expected, so it may not suit those who prefer a softer, more sink-in sleep surface.

Score: 92/100

With its luxurious look and feel, it’s no surprise that our testers scored this hybrid mattress highly. All Sealy’s mattresses are designed with the help of orthopaedic surgeons, and the combination of foam and spring supported our testers during the night. It even helped ease back pain for some.

The foam provided a welcome softness and cushioned our testers without them sinking into it, meaning it suited sleepers of all styles. Not to mention, our panellists told us it was breathable, and stable when their partners moved.

It’s the deepest mattress on our list, so you may need to invest in new sheets. But given one tester told us it made them “look forward to going to bed a bit earlier”, we’d say that’s a compromise worth making.

We've also tested Sealy's Elevate UltraLux Mattress, which scored 92/100 in our tests.

Score: 91/100

Another impressive Harrison Spinks design, this mattress features approximately 8,250 springs alongside natural fillings and a built-in pillowtop layer for a plush feel. Layers of wool, cotton, hemp and flax are designed to promote airflow, while the spring system provides responsive support and helps keep movements from fidgety partners disturbing you at night.

Testers rated its overall comfort and “premium” quality, with several praising how well it balanced firmness with cushioning – especially for those with back issues. As one panellist put it: “It’s soft but firm, which is the perfect combo.” It also scored highly for temperature regulation, keeping everyone cool and comfy overnight.

Note that those who tried the medium option found it firmer than expected and, as it lacks handles, rotation is more of a two-person job. Overall, though, this is a well-crafted, supportive mattress for those who prefer a firmer feel with a touch of luxury.

Score: 89/100

“It was successful at regulating my temperature even in a heatwave,” said one of our happy panellists after testing this cooling mattress from Dreams. It features a graphite knitted cover, which claims to be 1.5°C cooler than a standard mattress, as well as two cooling foam layers to optimise air flow through the mattress, while still providing support and relieving pressure in all the right places. Some of our panel still found they needed to use a fan to keep cool overnight during the hottest parts of the year, but they could still notice a gentle cooling effect, which hot sleepers will appreciate.

The responsive pocket springs and adaptive micro springs meant all testers found it easy to get comfortable and the firm edge support worked well. Overall, everyone said this mattress helped them get a great night’s sleep.

Note, it is a heavy design, so it was quite tricky to turn (rope someone in to help), but the side handles helped get the job done.

Score: 89/100

Most mattresses in our round-up fall into the medium firm category, but if you want to go softer or firmer, then this Tempur option is worth considering. The memory foam mattress is available in four levels to suit all needs.

Though memory foam traditionally has a bad reputation for temperature regulation, this design boasts SmartCool technology to absorb moisture and prevent you from overheating. Testers said they liked the cool-touch cover, which successfully kept them comfortable and sweat-free while they slept, and the appreciated the washable cover.

Tempur also says its Advanced Material provides its ‘best ever pressure relief’, promising to adapt as you move. We certainly received positive feedback from our panel – although the foam took a few nights to get used to, it felt comfortable and kept sleepers supported in all positions. It scored highly for its whisper-quiet design and the lack of motion transfer, too.

Some thought it looked like a hospital bed and the new mattress smell did linger for a few weeks, but these are minor quibbles.

Score: 88/100

This luxurious mattress in a box from B-corp brand Simba comes highly recommended by our panel. It kept them cool, comfortable and well supported, thanks to 6,000 springs and a breathable layer of bamboo and wool.

Testers found the foam cushioned their bodies nicely and liked the added height this mattress brings (thanks to its 11! different layers). It's a good one to opt for if you want to get in and out of bed easily.

At 31cm, this is one of the deepest mattresses on our list, which has its pros but also means you’ll probably need to invest in new fitted sheets. It’s also worth double checking it will work with your current bed frame. Some testers did notice some dips over time, although not all were permanent.

Score: 87/100

One of our panellists said this mattress has “the look and feel of a mattress you’d expect to find in an expensive hotel,” bringing a touch of luxury to your bedroom. And all testers agreed it was supportive and well-made, with no dips forming by the end of the trial period.

Some found it on the firmer side to begin with; however, all panellists said they enjoyed a good sleep after taking a few nights to adjust. The mattress helped them stay comfortable all night long, too.

Like most mattresses, turning it round was tricky due to the weight (although it does have handles to help) and one panellist said the fabric was slippery, which caused the fitted sheet to slide during the night. That aside, everyone rated the mattress highly and were satisfied by the Dreams’ service from start to finish.

Score: 87/100

There’s a lot packed into this mattress, including 6,000 pocket springs along with layers of bamboo, Tencel™, organic cotton, flax and wool. These naturally breathable, hypoallergenic materials work together to create a supportive, temperature-regulating sleep surface.

Testers said it offered an excellent balance of comfort and firmness, suiting a variety of sleep styles. The pillowtop adds plush cushioning, while the spring system keeps the body well supported, with many noting reduced aches and pains and even improved sleep quality over time. It ticked the box in terms of breathability and there was minimal motion transfer, so you won’t be disturbed by a fidgety partner.

That said, it’s a hefty mattress and fairly tall, so you may need help moving and rotating it, and deep-fitted sheets are recommended.

Score: 86/100

The Apex mattress is the jewel in Simba's natural fibre range. The deep, weighty design – which features 6,700 pocket springs and layers of luxurious Cashgora, silk and British wool – is designed to provide plush, tailored support while keeping you cool and comfortable.

Testers found the medium firm mattress was extremely supportive and a pleasure to sleep on, with some commenting that it helped ease aches and pains. It sprang back into shape each morning, with no dipping or sagging reported, and it scored well for temperature regulation and breathability, too. One tester even said it helped with their insomnia.

Just note, it does require deep-fitted sheets, and you’ll probably need a second person to help with regular rotation.