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Architectural Digest included the Cariloha Resort Mattress in their article, “The Best Mattresses-in-a-Box Master the Art of Compressed Comfort”, in which they showcase their top picks for best mattresses and why they were selected. Architectural Digest is an international design authority and receives more than 4.7 million unique monthly visitors.
The Best Mattresses-in-a-Box Master the Art of Compressed Comfort
By Kristi Kellogg and Nashia Baker
Our favorite beds unravel intricate design details.
So you’re on a hunt for the best mattress-in-a-box. Welcome to our world. We’ve spent countless hours researching, talking about, and sleeping on leading online mattresses far and wide, from soft beds that mold to your body to mattresses made for specific positions like side sleeping.
Not sure where to find your perfect mattress match? Allow us to be your guide. We’ve hosted Sleep Week—our spotlight on editor-approved bedroom essentials for a good night’s rest—for five years now, and continually testing mattresses-in-a-box is what we do best.
Options span Amazon’s best-selling mattress to luxury bed brands that will help you elevate your dream sleep setup. And while it might come as a surprise, finding the best mattress-in-a-box for your bedroom can also do wonders to elevate its design.
If you have a maximalist bedroom, look for a grand mattress-in-a-box (around 15 inches or more) that’ll turn your bed into the centerpiece of the room. And if you lean more on the minimalist or modern side, opt for a mattress with a lower profile to literally ground your bedroom design.
Even with all this in mind, we know that there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all mattress. And given that a high-quality mattress should last you over a decade (with a price tag that can reach well over $1,000), this is an investment you definitely want to get right.
We’ve done the legwork of sleep-testing leading mattresses so we can provide clarity and insight into which bed-in-a-box might be right for your needs. Below, read each mattress review to find your next new bed. (PS: We keep this page updated with all the best mattress sales that pop up.)
A Bamboo-Infused Mattress
Cariloha Resort Mattress
Upsides
- Its patented Bamboo Comfort Memory Foam is designed to contour the shape of your body and add target pressure points
- The viscose from bamboo cover is removable and machine washable for streamlined upkeep
- There is durable edge support to help keep you from feeling like you’ll slip off the side of the bed
Who It’s Best For
- This is ideal for hot sleepers since the base foam layer is made to promote airflow
- If you like to sprawl out while sleeping, this bed’s wedge support is also designed to make the bed feel larger than a standard bed. This is because the strong edge support allows you to sleep close to the side comfortably, so you can rest on every inch of the bed with ease.
Mattress tester: Lisa Aiken, senior vice president of commerce at Condé Nast
How did the delivery go? Unfortunately not very well due to a lack of communication from Cariloha or the delivery firm—the mattress arrived when I was away.
What was the setup like? The mattress instructions indicated a 24 to 72 hour decompression period for the memory foam to assume its correct shape. In this instance, it took the full 72 hours to reach the expected size and form, so it’s important not to expect to sleep on this mattress immediately after unboxing.
How firm is the mattress? This is a medium support mattress. It strikes an excellent balance, offering an extremely comfortable and luxurious feel while still being firm enough to provide substantial support. The mattress is constructed from bamboo memory foam with five distinct layers that adapt and mold to your body shape, resulting in a sleep experience that is both very supportive and pleasantly soft.
How comfortable was the mattress on a scale of 1 to 10? Purely in terms of comfort, I would rate this mattress highly, a 9 out of 10, when compared to other mattresses I’ve slept on. The absolute best feature of this bed is the “side wedge supports.” These are unique compared to any mattress I’ve previously owned and offer distinct advantages. They not only contribute to a feeling of a wider sleep surface (Cariloha claims a 25% increase) but also provide excellent additional structure and reinforcement along the edges and even in the center of the mattress. This significantly enhances overall comfort and support and is an excellent feature.
Would you recommend this mattress to a friend? Overall, the mattress’s inherent qualities and comfort mean that I absolutely would both shop again and recommend it. The mattress is very well-made.
Does Cariloha offer any specific luxury details? Named the “resort” mattress, this bed is inspired by hotel stays. As the only bed in our guide infused with viscose from bamboo, this mattress’s plant-based materials give it a luxurious, earth-friendly design.
What bed frames does this mattress pair best with? Since it’s a softer bed, it’s best to lay this mattress on a flat, solid frame or with a box spring atop any frame of your choosing. This will help prevent it from sagging or dipping in the middle.
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