For most UK homes, a king size bed (150cm by 200cm mattress) is the best size for a hotel style bedroom, because it gives the generous, symmetrical look of a hotel bed while still fitting comfortably in a typical main bedroom. A super king (180cm by 200cm) creates an even stronger effect, but it needs a room of around 3.5 metres wide or more to leave the space around it that a hotel feel depends on. In a smaller room, a well dressed double with clear walkways often looks more convincing than a larger bed squeezed in.<\/p>\n
Many people start with our modern king size fabric beds UK<\/a>, as upholstered frames with tall headboards are central to the hotel look. You can then build the rest of the room from our modern bedroom furniture UK sale<\/a> range, including matching bedside storage.<\/p>\n Hotel bedrooms share a few consistent qualities. The bed is the clear focal point. There is space on both sides and at the foot. Everything is symmetrical: matching bedside tables, matching lamps, pillows arranged in pairs. The bedding is crisp and layered, and the mattress sits at a comfortable height that makes the bed look substantial. Clutter is minimal.<\/p>\n Size plays a part, but proportion matters more. A bed that is generous for the room, with breathing space around it, feels luxurious. A bed that fills the room wall to wall feels cramped, however large it is.<\/p>\n Double (135cm by 190cm).<\/strong> A double can work in a hotel style scheme, especially in smaller rooms or guest bedrooms. It is the size many boutique hotels use in compact rooms. To make it feel generous, choose a frame with a tall headboard and dress it with plenty of pillows and layered bedding.<\/p>\n King (150cm by 200cm).<\/strong> The king size is the most versatile choice. It is wide enough for two adults to sleep comfortably, long enough for taller sleepers and fits most UK main bedrooms with space to spare. It looks substantial and balanced, which is exactly what the hotel look needs.<\/p>\n Super king (180cm by 200cm).<\/strong> A super king delivers the most luxurious effect and is common in high end hotels. It suits larger main bedrooms, loft spaces and new build homes with generous principal bedrooms. In a smaller room, it can overwhelm the space and leave too little room for symmetrical bedside furniture.<\/p>\n The hotel feel depends on space around the bed. As a guide, aim for at least 60cm to 70cm of clear floor on each side, enough room for a bedside cabinet on each side, and a comfortable walkway at the foot. If you want a bench or ottoman at the foot of the bed, allow for that too.<\/p>\n In practical terms, a king size bed with bedside cabinets on both sides usually needs a room of around 3 metres wide. A super king with the same setup needs around 3.5 metres. A double with bedside cabinets can work in a room of about 2.7 metres wide. These are approximate figures, so measure your room carefully, including radiators and door swings.<\/p>\n If there is one element that makes a bed feel like a hotel bed, it is the headboard. Hotel beds often have tall, upholstered headboards, sometimes extending well above the pillows or even forming part of a panelled wall. A headboard of around 130cm to 150cm high gives a strong presence without overwhelming an average ceiling.<\/p>\n Upholstered designs in velvet, linen or a fine woven fabric suit the look best. Vertical channels, horizontal panels and simple framed designs all work, as long as the shape is clean. In neutral tones such as grey, taupe, stone or charcoal, the headboard provides a calm backdrop for white bedding.<\/p>\n Hotel beds look substantial partly because the mattress is deep. A thicker mattress, sometimes paired with a topper, raises the sleeping surface and makes the bed appear more inviting. A finished height of around 55cm to 65cm from floor to top of the mattress is common in hotel style beds and makes getting in and out comfortable.<\/p>\n Our modern mattresses UK<\/a> include deeper designs that help create this effect. Check the frame specification so you know how the mattress will sit within the base.<\/p>\n Symmetry is central to a hotel style bedroom. A matching pair of bedside cabinets, with a lamp on each, creates the balanced look that hotels rely on. The cabinets should sit roughly level with the top of the mattress, or slightly lower, so they look proportionate to the bed.<\/p>\n Choose cabinets that suit the scale of the bed. A king or super king can carry wider cabinets, while a double looks better with slimmer designs. Our bedside cabinets UK sale<\/a> include mirrored, gloss and wooden finishes that bring a polished, hotel feel to the bedside.<\/p>\n Hotel bedding is simple but layered. Start with white or ivory sheets and a duvet cover in a good quality cotton. Add a mattress topper for extra comfort. Use two sets of pillows: sleeping pillows at the back and decorative pillows or cushions in front. A bed runner or folded throw across the foot of the bed adds colour and finishes the look.<\/p>\n Keep colour restrained. White bedding against a grey, charcoal or taupe headboard is the classic hotel combination, with a runner in a deeper accent such as navy, charcoal or burgundy.<\/p>\n Lighting completes a hotel style bedroom. Matching bedside lamps with soft shades provide warm, even light, while wall mounted reading lights free up bedside surfaces. A bench or upholstered ottoman at the foot of the bed adds a practical place to sit and reinforces the hotel look. Blackout curtains or blinds help with sleep and give the room a cocooning feel.<\/p>\n For more help with sizing, our guide to UK king size bed dimensions and room planning<\/a> sets out frame and room measurements in detail, while our article on bedside table measurements for UK bedrooms<\/a> explains how to match bedside height and width to your bed.<\/p>\n A compact bedroom can still feel like a boutique hotel room. The trick is to keep the scale right and the details precise. Choose a double or small double with a tall headboard, which adds presence without taking more floor. Use slim bedside tables or wall mounted shelves on both sides to keep the symmetry. Swap bedside lamps for wall lights so surfaces stay clear.<\/p>\n Keep the palette tight, with white bedding and one or two supporting colours, and limit decoration to a single piece of artwork above the bed. Store everyday clutter out of sight. In a small room, order and restraint do more to create a hotel atmosphere than size ever could.<\/p>\n Hotel bedrooms tend to rely on calm, layered neutrals. Warm greys, taupe, stone and soft white create a restful base. Charcoal, navy and deep green bring a more dramatic, evening feel, particularly on the headboard wall. Accents are usually limited to one colour, repeated in the bed runner, cushions and perhaps a chair or ottoman.<\/p>\n Natural materials help the room feel finished. Timber bedside furniture, brushed brass lamps, wool throws and linen curtains all add depth without adding clutter. The overall effect should feel quiet and considered, with nothing competing for attention with the bed.<\/p>\n A hotel style bedroom does not require the largest bed you can fit. It requires the right bed for your room, with space around it, a strong headboard, a deep mattress, symmetrical bedside furniture and calm, layered bedding. For most homes, a king size bed achieves this most comfortably, while a super king suits larger rooms and a double works well in compact spaces. You can see our full range of beds and bedroom furniture at Furniture in Fashion<\/a>.<\/p>\n Hotels use a range of sizes depending on the room, from doubles in compact rooms to king and super king sizes in larger rooms and suites. In a typical UK home, a king size bed gives the closest equivalent to a hotel bed.<\/p>\n No. A super king looks impressive in a large room, but a king or even a double can create a convincing hotel feel if it is well proportioned for the room and dressed carefully.<\/p>\n A room of around 3 metres wide comfortably fits a king size bed with bedside cabinets on both sides and walkways. Measure carefully, allowing for doors, radiators and wardrobes.<\/p>\n A finished height of around 55cm to 65cm from the floor to the top of the mattress is typical. A deeper mattress, sometimes with a topper, helps achieve this look.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A hotel style bedroom feels generous, ordered and restful, and the bed is central to creating that effect. 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Comparing Bed Sizes for a Hotel Look<\/h3>\n
How Much Room You Need<\/h3>\n
Headboards: The Key to the Hotel Look<\/h3>\n
Mattress Depth and Bed Height<\/h3>\n
Symmetry and Bedside Furniture<\/h3>\n
Bedding That Makes the Bed<\/h3>\n
Finishing Touches<\/h3>\n
Creating a Hotel Feel in a Smaller Room<\/h3>\n
Colour Palettes With a Hotel Feel<\/h3>\n
Choosing the Right Size for Your Room<\/h3>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n
What size bed do hotels use?<\/h3>\n
Do I need a super king for a hotel style bedroom?<\/h3>\n
What room size suits a king size bed?<\/h3>\n
How high should a hotel style bed be?<\/h3>\n