Hotel Bedding Buying Guide

The most commonly used hotel bedding is cotton sheets for their durability, breathability, and softness. Cotton is a hypoallergenic, natural fiber, so guests are not at risk of allergic reactions or irritated skin. Cotton sheets have better air circulation than most synthetic materials and help wick away moisture to keep sleepers dry and comfortable. They are machine washable for easy care and get softer with every wash for long-term value.

The longer the fiber length, or staple, of the cotton, the higher the quality of your sheets. Egyptian cotton and Supima cotton are two of the highest-quality cotton bed sheets and are made with extra-long staple cotton. They offer premium durability and are resistant to pilling, making them a top choice for upscale hotels. Cotton sheets also come in two different types of weaves, sateen and percale, which have differences in durability and texture.

Combining the soft, crisp touch of cotton with the durability of polyester, cotton-poly blend sheets have superior durability and will retain their vibrant color and shape wash after wash. The blend provides pilling, shrink, and wrinkle resistance for easy care and long-term value. Cotton-poly blend sheets are ideal for high-volume hotels, spas, salons, and other establishments that need affordable, quality sheets that will stand up to rigorous use.

Compared to microfiber sheets, cotton-poly blend sheets typically feel softer and thicker due to their composition, which usually features a higher percentage of cotton than polyester.

Microfiber sheets are made from tightly woven, thin synthetic fibers for superior durability and softness at an affordable price. Microfiber hotel sheets are low maintenance, machine washable, and provide a lasting vibrancy of color no matter how often they are washed. Some microfiber sheets will say they are brushed, meaning the fibers have been gently lifted for an even softer, fluffier feel. It is important to note that some microfiber sheets will need to be washed and dried at a low temperature to avoid damaging the material.

Instead of thread count, microfiber sheets are graded in GSM (grams per square meter). GSM describes the weight or thickness of the fabric, and the higher the GSM is, the more durable the sheets will be. A good GSM range for microfiber sheets is lightweight 90 GSM microfiber sheets to luxuriously soft 120 GSM microfiber sheets.

Typically coming in a classic white color, hotel bed sheets include a fitted sheet with an all-around elastic design to fit over the mattress and a flat sheet, or top sheet, to layer over the fitted sheet. Some hotel sheets feature colorful threads around their edges to designate different sizes from each other. A mattress protector is placed around the mattress and features a waterproof membrane on the sleeping surface to protect the mattress against spills, sweat, bed bugs, and dust.

• Flat sheet
• Fitted sheet
• Mattress protector

Bed Toppers

Bed toppers provide another layer of warmth for cold sleepers and give a finished look to your bedding. A duvet is a thick, fluffy comforter that is placed on top of the hotel sheets. It is filled with down, feathers, synthetic materials, or a combination of the fills. Adding blankets to your bed or room will create a home-away-from-home look and feel for guests, making them great for a bed and breakfast looking to enhance the comfort of their bedding.

• Duvet insert
• Duvet cover
• Blanket

In addition to quality sheets, an equally important thing a hotel can give their guests is a comfortable place to lay their heads. Hotel pillows should be supportive, comfortable, and fluffy to accommodate different sleeping styles. For enhanced sanitation and safety, choose pillows that can be machine washed and have a hypoallergenic filling. Pillowcases should match the material and style of your bed sheets.

• Pillow
• Pillowcase

Bed Bug Treatment and Control Products

No matter how clean your establishment is, it is important to be proactive about preventing bed bugs. One of the most effective ways to prevent bed bug infestations is to furnish your beds with bed bug mattress encasements, box spring encasements, and pillow encasements. Encasing the box spring, mattress, and pillow makes it virtually impossible for bed bugs to enter. If you need to treat an outbreak, sprays and powders can kill bed bugs and pests immediately upon contact and continue to work for weeks after they are applied.

• Bed bug mattress cover
• Bed bug box spring encasement
• Bed bug pillow encasement
• Bed bug spray or powder