Our Top 5 Picks for the Best Luxury Mattress UK
Our top luxury mattresses
Here we are – our top five picks for best luxury mattresses!
We have personally hand-picked and reviewed every one of these, so you rest assured (pun attended) that each of these mattresses will be an excellent product by all means.
Now, that's not to say they're perfect. When you spend so much you have to be a bit harsh, so don't expect us to go lightly on these ones. It's for the greater good.
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Best Overall
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Best Cooling
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Best Soft
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Best Memory Foam
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Best Value
Best Overall – Simba Hybrid Luxe
Inarguably one of the best hybrid mattresses ever made!
Best Overall
If there ever was a mattress to rule them all it would be Simba Hybrid Luxe. And it definitely lives up to its name when it comes to luxury. This is because it's the type of mattress where no corners were cut!
For one, the Simba Hybrid Luxe has a whopping 11 layers, each one specially designed to keep you as comfortable as possible. And within these 11 layers, we'll also find nothing but the highest-quality mattress materials on the market. For one, the memory foam is infused with graphite, making it 30x more breathable than most standard foam mattresses.
But that wasn't good enough for Simba, so they incorporated bamboo-infused wool. Not only does this further amp the temperature regulation of the mattress but it also makes for an anti-bacterial sleeping surface. But what about support? Will this luxurious mattress come at the price of back pain?
Of course not! The Simba Hybrid Luxe has three separate spring layers that are strategically placed in order to offer your joint pressure relief and support. And with 6000 springs in total, it has more springs than even a high-end spring mattress! So, we'd say that this mattress is unbeatable when it comes to luxury.
If you're interested in learning more about this absolute unit – feel free to check out the detailed review of the Luxe.
KEY FEATURES:
- Size: Single, Small Double, Double, King, Super King, EU Queen
- Type: Hybrid
- Firmness: 6/10
- Warranty: 10 years
- Depth: 31 cm
- Material: Memory foam, mini pocket springs, bamboo wool, graphite
- Cover: Washable, 500g anti-allergenic knitted top cover
- Trial: 200 nights
Advantages
Hypoallergenic
Forget about allergy problems as this is 100% hypoallergenic mattress.
Removable cover
The hand knitted removable cover helps to keep your sleep surface fresh easily.
Thermo-regulation
Thanks to thermoregulating Simbatex foam, you'll stay cool/warm all the time.
Disadvantages
Motion isolation is not great
For the price we pay, we would expect better motion isolation.
Too firm for some side sleepers
Some side sleepers may find it too firm for them.
Best Cooling -Emma Luxe Cooling Mattress
A luxury mattress is hardly worth a penny if you wake up covered in sweat! Luckily, the Emma Luxe Cooling Mattress is here to save the day!
Best Cooling
As the name would suggest, this medium-firm mattress specialises in making you feel like sleeping royalty and keeping you cool. And the first step towards both these goals is the Emma UltraDry cover. Not only is it incredibly soft to the touch but it also helps regulate your temperature and even has moisture-wicking capabilities.
But even a luxurious cover can't do all the lifting! So, they paired it with an open-pored Airgocell foam and a spring layer for added breathability. Speaking of which, if you want a good night's sleep, you also need proper support. And the Emma Luxe comes with a zoned spring layer that supports your joints without being too firm (like an orthopaedic mattress for example).
So, while this luxury mattress definitely made keeping you cool its main goal, that's not all it's good for! And since you also get a healthy dose of premium memory foam and good coverage, we'd say that it's more than worth considering – especially if you're a hot sleeper!
KEY FEATURES:
- Size: Single, Small Double, Double, King, Super King, EU Single, EU Double, EU Queen
- Type: Hybrid
- Firmness: 6.5/10
- Warranty: 10 years
- Depth: 25 cm
- Material: Memory foam, pocket springs
- Cover: Removable, 99% polyester, 1% elastane
- Trial: 200 nights
Advantages
Full body support
Thanks to medium-firmness, you get full body support & fantastic pain relief.
Removable cover
Cover is 100% hypoallergenic and you can remove it easily to keep it fresh and clean.
Durable & long lasting
Thanks to high-quality materials and manufacturing standards, it is long lasting.
Disadvantages
Slight off-gassing
There is a presence of off-gassing upon unacking.
Not great for slatted base
There maybe be losing some firmness if used on slatted bed base.
Best Soft – Silentnight Mirapocket 2000
If you want a mattress that's on the softer side while also offering top-tier support, this luxurious spring mattress is for you!
Best Soft
When you talk about premium mattresses, most people would obviously imagine the softest mattress known to man! And while firmer mattresses are sometimes better (depending on your sleeping position), this is the ideal pick if you want the softest sleeping surface.
Of course, this is all due to the pillow top construction. Unlike other mattresses, the Silentnight Mirapocket 2000 has an extra plush layer on top that's a lot softer than most other mattresses. And, with it being a luxury mattress, the pillow top is also made from high-quality materials.
However, this doesn't mean that your joints will end up unsupported! With 2 layers of 1000 pocket springs, this mattress can adapt to your every move and keep you comfortable and healthy. Also, considering that this is a high-end luxury mattress, the price is surprisingly approachable.
Overall, this is a great premium mattress, and if you want to learn more about the Mirapocket 2000 – be our guest.
KEY FEATURES:
- Size: Single, Small Double, Double, King, Super King size + EU Single, EU Large Double, EU Queen
- Type: Hybrid
- Firmness: 5.5/10
- Warranty: 5-10 years
- Depth: 39 cm
- Material: Memory foam, pocket springs
- Cover: Non-removable, Polyester
- Trial: 60 nights
Advantages
Affordable
Considering the quality and perks you get, this is relatively cheap luxury mattress.
Hypoallergenic
You can sleep peacefully and forget any allergy-related issues.
Great pressure & pain relief
The perfect balance gives the excellent pressure and pain relief.
Disadvantages
Initial off-gassing
Do expect some off-gassing in the beginning.
Slight overheating issues
You can expect slight overheating problems, especially during the summer.
Too soft for stomach sleepers
Some stomach sleepers may find it too soft for them.
Best Memory Foam – Nectar Premier
Is the Nectar Premier mattress better than the other memory foam mattresses? Yes, it is!
Best Memory Foam
The Nectar Premier mattress is the only all-foam mattress on our list and for a good reason –its six-layer construction is on par with some of the best hybrid mattresses we've seen so far. And considering that it's an upgrade from the already luxurious Nectar memory foam mattress, it only makes sense.
First, we start with this lovely quilted cover that's specially made to wick away moisture and keep you fresh and cool during the night. As we all know, that's not something all-foam mattresses are known for.
Next up, we have several layers of super comfy and supportive memory foam layers. However, unlike most memory foam mattresses, this isn't done with simple “zoning”. Instead, this mattress features honeycomb-shaped micro-zone layers in order to be even more precise when supporting your body. So, you're getting that added support that people usually miss out on with pure-foam mattresses.
Finally, there's one thing that makes this mattress better than all the other memory foam mattresses and that's the Forever warranty. Not to mention that you also get free named-day delivery and a 1-year trial! So, in terms of coverage, it's likely the best mattress in the business.
KEY FEATURES:
- Size: Single, Small Double, Double, King, Super king
- Type: Memory foam
- Firmness: 6.5/10
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Depth: 28 cm
- Material: Memory foam
- Cover: Non-removable, polyester
- Trial: 365 nights
Advantages
Lifetime warranty
You get Forever (lifetime) warranty on this mattress. Not too many brands offer this.
Highly breathable
For a memory foam mattress, this one is highly breathable and you won't get hot.
Great motion isolation
You'll stay isolated in the bed even if you partner tosses & turns all night long.
Disadvantages
Off-gassing
Since it is made of memory foam, do expect some off-gassing issues.
Non-removable cover
The cover is not removable, which makes the maintenance process complicated.
Best Value – Simba Hybrid PRO Mattress
Pro-bably the last mattress you'll ever need!
Best Value
Last, but certainly not least – we have the Simba Hybrid Pro mattress.
Just like its big brother Luxe, Simba Hybrid Pro creates a flawless balance between organic materials, memory foam, and tiny titanium pocket coils. However, it does so at a slightly lower price, which could be a tipping point for a lot of people.
Equipped with a super soft, hand-knitted polyester cover, Simbatex open-cell cooling memory foam, thermo-regulating wool, and multi-zone cut-out base – there's nothing much that the Pro can't do. It can hold its weight against the best of the best in any category.
It's breathable, comfortable, very supportive, and probably as long-lasting as we've seen mattresses be. And that's not just our opinion as the Simba Hybrid PRO mattress has seen its fair share of awards in the mattress industry!
If this one's piqued your interest and you'd like to learn a few other things – here's our full review of Simba Hybrid Pro, so knock yourself out.
KEY FEATURES:
- Size: Single, Double, Small Double, EU Double, EU Queen, King, Super King
- Type: Hybrid
- Firmness: 6.5/10
- Warranty: 10 years
- Depth: 28 cm
- Material: Memory foam, mini pocket springs, wool, graphite
- Cover: Non-removable, 99% polyester, 1% elastane
- Trial: 200 nights
Advantages
Full body support
Outstanding comfort and excellent body support.
Great motion isolation
Thanks to construction and layers, there's no motion if your partner moves.
Thermo-regulating
Thanks to outstanding construction and technology, you stay cool & warm always.
Disadvantages
Cover not removable
The cover is not removable. This makes the maintenance process more difficult.
What to look for when buying the best luxury mattress UK
This might sound controversial, but an expensive mattress is not necessarily a luxury mattress. It might feel luxurious because it costs a fortune, but that doesn't make it so. A luxury mattress must be well-made, well-designed, generously thick, remarkably comfy, and made by a reputable brand. If it lacks any of the aforementioned traits – it's just expensive. Speaking of traits, let's learn a few things about them so that you can spot a luxury mattress from a mile away.
Brands
Just like with any other material thing – a brand name means something.
However, what's different about the mattress industry is that a brand name holds even more weight. What we mean is, you can easily spend your money on an overpriced brand-name shirt that's below-average quality. However, if you spend your money on an expensive brand-name mattress – you're not getting a below-average product. You're getting yourself a premium mattress.
Brand names that make flagship quality mattresses are Simba Sleep, Dunlopillo, Eve, Emma, Harrison Spinks, Nectar, Winstons, to name a few. So, if you happen to spot a pricey mattress from any of them – you may rest assured you're not overpaying for it.
And this goes beyond just the quality of the mattress itself. This is because higher-end brands tend to offer features that low-to-middle price point mattresses simply can't. For example:
- Better coverage – Luxury mattresses tend to have very long trials and guarantees. For example, a lower-end mattress might only have a 5-year guarantee and no trial, while a high-end mattress might offer a 10-year guarantee and a 100-night trial. In fact, some higher-end brands even offer lifetime guarantees!
- Eco-friendly options – If you want to both get the best mattress on the market and be eco-friendly, higher-end mattresses are typically the way to go. Reputable brands usually have carbon-neutral initiatives and even use recycled materials. Not to mention that sustainable materials like bamboo or eucalyptus are typically only found in luxury mattresses as well.
- More materials – While cheaper mattresses generally stick to synthetic materials and dense foams, luxury mattresses have a much wider range. Here you can find things such as natural latex, graphite-infused memory foam, and bamboo covers.
- Hand-crafting – If you want your new mattress to be made with you in mind, you usually have to pay a bit more. However, this is quite the perk! Hand-tufting will ensure that the mattress doesn't have any lumps and you can configure your new mattress to perfectly with inside your bed frame. Plus, if you're looking for a firmer mattress or a custom design, bigger brands might offer such options.
High-quality materials
What makes an expensive mattress a luxurious one are high-quality materials.
Memory foam, pocket springs, or latex – whatever you're searching for, you need to make sure that the quality of those materials is top-notch.
For a memory foam mattress, that would be 3rd generation foam, free of any harmful or toxic chemicals, made to stand up to the test of time, capture less heat, minimize motion transfer, and revert to its initial shape as fast as possible.
On the other hand, pocket sprung mattresses should come with titanium or steel coils. The coils should be durable, long-lasting, corrosion-resistant, silent, firm but giving, and there needs to be quite a lot of them. Big or small – it doesn't really matter as long as they're premium.
But what does this look like in practice? Let's go through the main mattress types and describe exactly what you should be looking for in order to get the best mattress money can buy.
Memory foam mattresses
Typically for memory foam mattresses, you want to look for models that infuse the foam with a breathable material. This is because memory foam mattresses typically struggle a lot when it comes to temperature regulation and will trap heat during the night. So, if you find a luxury mattress that infuses the foam with bamboo or charcoal/graphite, know that you won't have to worry about such issues.
However, that's not the only thing you should look out for. While not as breathable, having an open cell foam layer also helps out quite a bit. You should also check the individual foam layers. This is because some mattresses have a very thin memory foam layer and use lower-end foam for the rest of the mattress.
Lastly, on a similar note, check whether the foam has different firmness levels. This is typically categorised under zoned support. What that means is that supportive memory foam will be strategically placed within the mattress in order to better support your joints.
Pocket-sprung mattresses
When it comes to pocket-sprung mattresses, of course, the pocket springs take the central stage. First off, make sure that they're actually pocket springs and not an innerspring layer. It might sound like a small factor but it's actually very important. This is because an innerspring mattress will typically be of lower quality and will struggle with motion transfer quite a bit.
Secondly, check out the springs themselves. More often than not, a mattress with large, strong springs is ideal if you want a firm mattress. However, mattresses with two or three layers of smaller pocket springs will typically offer better support.
With all of that being said, a pocket-sprung mattress isn't automatically good just because the springs are good. So, check out the filler material as well. Spring mattresses usually don't have issues with temperature regulation but it's still nice if you get a breathable mattress and a filling that isn't a low-end synthetic.
Hybrid mattresses
When it comes to hybrid mattresses, just combine what we've said about the previous two. For firmer mattresses, look for hybrids that only use foam in the top layer. And if you want a soft hybrid mattress, look for a model that only uses smaller spring layers and has at least 2 cm of memory foam.
It's also important to keep in mind that some hybrids might have some breathability issues. At least when compared to regular spring mattresses. So, if you can find bamboo memory foam or a eucalyptus cover while mattress shopping, be sure to snag them up.
Latex mattresses
When it comes to latex, it's rather simple. Latex is like memory foam but with a few bonuses. And, more often than not, if you can find a latex mattress that uses natural latex, you're going to get a luxury product. This goes for most natural materials but latex is especially safe in this regard.
However, if you really want the most luxurious latex mattress money can buy, get a model made from Talalay latex. It can be a bit difficult to find but it's without a doubt among the most high-quality mattress materials on the market.
Thickness
A luxury mattress needs to be at least 25 cm thick. That's the minimum requirement whether you're buying a pocket-sprung mattress or a memory foam one.
This is because the thickness of the mattress directly influences its performance. After all, the more layers that are between you and the bed frame, the more comfortable and supported you're likely going to be. On a similar note, if the mattress is rather thin, it probably doesn't have that many layers.
And, as we've seen, the best mattresses typically have 3+ layers in order to make a well-rounded product. Be it by having multiple layers of springs in a hybrid mattress or even different foam layers in a traditional memory foam mattress.
There's a slight caveat in cases where you have a low bed frame or a custom RV mattress but typically, the thicker the better. You can also make up the difference with a thicker mattress topper but why fix the problem if you can just avoid it in the first place?
Certificates and awards
Certificates and awards are also vital.
As for certificates, you'll want to look at the standard ones, like CertiPUR or OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification. These certificates testify to the product's quality and safety. For example, an OEKO-TEX certification proves that no harmful substances or chemicals are found within the mattress.
As for awards, well, that's pretty self-explanatory. If the mattress was awarded and was recognised by trusted establishments – it's not a waste of money. And since a luxury mattress is going to be rather expensive, you want to make sure that your comfy sleep surface isn't secretly hiding any dangerous chemicals or low-end materials.
Tips for buying and using the best luxury mattresses
It would be a shame to spend more than a thousand pounds on a mattress and then not make the most of it, wouldn't it?
On that note, we've decided to endow you with a couple of valuable tips:
- Buy only from reputable sellers
- Don't keep the mattress on the floor
- Comply with maintenance guides
A luxury mattress has to come from a reputable source. It would be outright foolish to spend four figures on a mattress anywhere but at a reputable store – online or brick-and-mortar.
You should never keep a mattress on the floor, but we could probably let it slide if you've spent pocket change on it. However, a premium mattress deserves to be treated with respect. It deserves its thone. So, if you've spent some money on a high-quality mattress – you might as well buy a bed frame, too.
In fact, most maintenance guides will tell you the same thing. Even some warranties will be completely void if you're using a low-quality bed frame or are leaving your mattress on the floor. After all, most mattresses need the support and structure of a good bed frame with properly aligned slats.
Speaking of slats, they also help regulate body temperature, as the hot air has an exit point. So, if you have a foam mattress or a hybrid with a memory foam top layer, a proper bed frame can actually help out.
The advantages of owning best luxury mattress
What good is owning a premium mattress if you don't know what you're getting from it? So you'd have bragging rights? No, that can't be it.
Here are just some actual benefits you'd get with one of these:
- Durability and longevity
- Comfort and support
- Improved sleep quality
- Pain relief and orthopaedic properties.
We'll start with the most obvious advantage – durability and longevity. What's there to say? These mattresses are exceptionally well built from only the finest materials – they're just made to last longer.
If there's anything you can expect at this price point – that's support and comfort. These mattresses are simply in a league of their own, and you won't know what that feels like until you lie on top of one of them.
With great power comes great responsibility, and with comfort comes great sleep quality. It's that simple. A few nights on one of these, and you'll sleep like a baby.
Also, you'll wake up pain-free. And that's priceless!
FAQs about your best luxury mattresses
We've already discussed most of the essential features, traits, uses, pros and cons, and all that other stuff, but it never hurts to round things up by answering some questions with straight, concise answers.
What sets luxury mattresses apart from regular mattresses?
Quality – plain and simple. Quality brand. Quality material. Quality craftsmanship.
What are some of the well-known luxury mattress brands?
Simba, Nectar, Winstons, Dunlopillo, Emma, Eve, and Harrison Spinks are some of the most well-known luxury brands in the UK.
Are luxury mattresses long-lasting?
Yes. An average lifespan of a luxury mattress is more than ten years.
Should I buy luxury mattresses online?
Some of these you can only buy online, so, yes – you should purchase a luxury mattress online.
Do luxury mattresses come with warranties and trial periods?
Almost exclusively. There's little to no chance of spending this much money on a mattress and not getting a trial period or a warranty.
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