Can't Afford to Sleep at The Ritz Every Night? Get These Hotel Sheets Instead

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I'm going to be honest: My fave part of going on vacation isn't the meals or the activities—it's knowing I'm going to end the day swaddled in a crisp, freshly-made bed that I could bounce a quarter off. Ofc, a hotel bed is only as luxurious as its linens (and no, a chocolate on the pillow isn't going to make up for scratchy, paper-thin sheets). The best hotel sheets are usually made with high-thread-count, long-staple cotton that's durable, breathable, and—most importantly—soft AF, and if you're looking to bring the hotel experience home, I've gotchu covered.

While premium hotel sheets from brands like Sferra and Frette usually cost upwards of $500 (I mean, they're premium for a reason!!), there are still plenty of hotel-quality sheets under that price point, including some truly luxurious Egyptian cotton and Pima cotton options. And whether you prefer the crisp, cool feel of percale sheets or the silky softness of sateen, I've got lots of great options for you to peruse.

Ahead, all the best hotel sheets for giving your bed a five-star upgrade, as well as tips for choosing a truuuuly high-quality sheet set. Oh, and if you really want world-class sleep, then check out our guides to the best hotel pillows, duvet inserts, and soft mattresses.

Cotton Sateen Sheet Set

For thick, silky-soft sheets at a pretty reasonable price, ya really can't beat this set from Aston & Arden. Because of the high thread count and tight sateen weave, these bbs are naturally wrinkle-resistant and include an embroidered tri-tone top hem (in your choice of five colors) that makes 'em look so damn fancy. And though they're heavier than most cotton sheets, they're still cool enough to use year-round.

• Material: Long-staple cotton

• Weave: Sateen

• Thread count: 600

• Depth: 15"

• Sizes: Twin, full, queen, king, Cal king
  

• Certifications: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX

THE REVIEW: "This sheet set is luxurious!" one tester writes. "When I put these on my bed, it transformed my sleeping experience. They are so soft, cozy, and high-quality. They wash well and pull tight over your mattress for a crisp, designer look. It makes me feel like I'm staying in a 5-star hotel or a spa. Recommend!"

Egyptian Cotton Sheet Set

Known for its luxurious feel and durability, Egyptian cotton is considered the best of the best in the sheet game—and while many sheets claim to be made with Egyptian cotton, this set has the accredited gold seal to prove it. These luxe sateen sheets have a medium weight and oh-so-slight sheen, and the subtle embroidery on the hem is just the cherry on top. Plus, you can get 'em in white, ivory, or gray.

• Material: Egyptian cotton

• Weave: Sateen

• Thread count: 500

• Depth: 16"

• Sizes: Queen, king, Cal king

• Certifications: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX, Cotton Egypt Association (CEA)

THE REVIEW: "These are like dream sheets!" raves one reviewer. "The softness of the cotton on your skin is just plain heaven! They are heavier than most sheets, and the Egyptian cotton is woven tightly. These are high-end sheets for sure and I would highly recommend them!"

Percale Classic Sheet Set

Frette sheets are used worldwide in upscale hotels, and you can bring 'em to your bed at a (somewhat) reasonable price thanks to the H by Frette line. This crisp set features a simple percale weave that gets softer with every wash, and they sleep incredibly cool, too, thanks to that lower thread count. Oh, and the packaging? 10/10.

• Material: Long-staple cotton

• Weave: Percale

• Thread count: 240

• Depth: 15"

• Sizes: Twin, queen, king, Cal king

• Certifications: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX

THE REVIEW: "These sheets are soft and thick and very comfortable to sleep on, even after just one wash," one review reads. "They are surprisingly warm for percale sheets. The fitted sheet corners stay put on my oversized mattress, and the top sheet has ample material, so you really get that hotel feel of having that extra fold-over material."

Percale Hemmed Sheet Set

If you're willing to splurge on high-end percale sheets, this set from Boll & Branch is the way to go. Sustainably produced, these ultra-refined sheets (which come in nearly a dozen muted colors) sleep so damn cool, kinda like a crisp button-down shirt. The best part: They'll never lose their crispness, even after several washes.

• Material: Organic long-staple cotton

• Weave: Percale

• Thread count: 270

• Depth: 17"

• Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king, split king

• Certifications: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX, Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), Fair Trade certified

THE REVIEW: "I love these sheets," one review reads. "They stay crisp and cool even on the most humid hot nights! I do not have air conditioning, and these sheets saved me this summer. They get softer every wash, and they are beautiful, high-quality sheets—absolutely worth it!"

Embroidered Sateen Sheet Set

Saatva is a well-known brand in the world of mattresses, but IMO, the company's stellar sheets deserve some love, too. These organic cotton sheets (which come with a white, taupe, or graphite trim) have the drape and sheen of silk without the price tag, and reviewers <3 how soft and breathable they are while still feeling substantial.

• Material: Organic long-staple cotton

• Weave: Sateen

• Thread count: 300

• Depth: 16"

• Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king, split king

• Certifications: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX, Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), Fair Trade certified

THE REVIEW: According to one tester, "They are soft to the touch, and help keep us cool. I generally sleep cool, but my fiancé sleeps hot, and these sheets work well for both of us. Not much more to say, other than I'm very glad I spent the extra money on a really nice set of sheets [that] will last a good long while."

Triple Luxe Sateen Sheet Set

Certified Egyptian cotton? Yep. Silky sateen weave? Sure thing. A ridiculously high thread count for an extra-sumptuous feel? You betcha. These truuuuly luxurious sheets from Pure Parima have it all, as well as a pretty triple embroidered stitch, which you can get in your choice of six colorways.

• Material: Egyptian cotton

• Weave: Sateen

• Thread count: 700

• Depth: 18"

• Sizes: Queen, king, Cal king

• Certifications: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX, Cotton Egypt Association (CEA)

THE REVIEW: "I have purchased sheets of all price points, and these are pure luxury," one review reads. "So soft and silky. The Egyptian cotton felt almost like satin! The embroidery detail added an extra high-end touch. Very luxe feel to sleep on and I highly recommend!"

Classic Percale Sheet Set

Here at Cosmo, we LOVE Brooklinen sheets—and while this classic set is fairly lightweight, it really will give you five-star sleep, trust. From the smooth, matte finish to the crisp and airy feel, these bbs are a *must* for any hot sleepers out there (plus, they come in a TON of fun color options if basic white bedding just isn't your thing).

• Material: Long-staple cotton

• Weave: Percale

• Thread count: 270

• Depth: 16"

• Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king

• Certifications: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX

THE REVIEW: As one tester writes, "My wife and I have tried probably 15 different types of sheets in our 20 years of marriage, and nothing comes close to the sheets in terms of quality and comfort. They truly are hotel-quality, and not just any hotel—I stayed in some really nice hotels that did not have sheets as good as these! If you are a hot sleeper, you will find that these sheets are the best sheets you've ever had."

Wrinkle-Free Supima Sheet Set

Like Egyptian cotton, Pima cotton is a premium-quality, extra-long-staple cotton—the biggest difference being that Pima cotton is sliiightly more affordable than Egyptian cotton. Another plus: Pima cotton resists pilling and wrinkling, which is probs why this best-selling set really does like up to its name. With a 450-thread-count, these smooth sateen sheets have a medium weight—plus, they come in nearly 20 colorways and with the option to add a monogram.

• Material: Pima cotton

• Weave: Sateen

• Thread count: 450

• Depth: 18"

• Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king
  

• Certifications: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX

THE REVIEW: "These sheets are SO soft and silky," one buyer raves. "Before purchasing them, we had expensive crinkly cotton sheets on our bed, which we hated. They were always terribly wrinkled, no matter how we washed or dried them, and even when we used dryer sheets. These sateen sheets are wrinkle-free and they feel absolutely LUXURIOUS."

Classic Organic Percale Embroidered Sheet Set

Not looking to drop more than $100 on a set of hotel-quality sheets? Quince has got ya covered. Made with organic long-staple cotton, this budget-friendly set feels crisp without compromising on softness, and the embroidered detail on the hem (which comes in white, gray, or navy) really gives it a tailored lewk—even if you can't be bothered to make your bed.

• Material: Organic long-staple cotton

• Weave: Percale

• Thread count: 270

• Depth: 16"

• Sizes: Twin, full, queen, king, Cal king

• Certifications: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX, Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)

THE REVIEW: According to one reviewer, "These are easily the best sheets I have ever owned—such fantastic, hotel luxury quality at such an inexpensive price point. They are so soft and cozy with the hotel crispness, and [they] support both warm and cool sleeping. I truthfully could not recommend these sheets more."

How to choose the best hotel sheets

Listen, hotel-quality sheets can be pretty expensive, so if you wanna buy a set that'll last you years without losing its quality, keep these things in mind:

Check the thread count

FYI, a higher thread count doesn't necessarily = better. Instead, a higher thread count means that the fabric is thicker and more tightly woven, which is why sheets with a sateen weave usually have a higher thread count than those with a percale weave. Generally speaking, the optimal thread count is between 200 and 300 for percale sheets and between 300 and 600 for sateen sheets—though it you like a denser sheet, you'll find sheets on this list with thread counts between 600 and 800. Speaking of percale versus sateen...

Choose the right weave

Sateen or percale—which are better? It all comes down to personal preference, but here's what you should know. Cotton sheets with a sateen weave have a subtle sheen to them, and the fabric tends to drape well and be wrinkle-free even without ironing. This weave tends to be a bit heavier than percale, so while sateen sheets may feel cozier and silkier, they're more likely to retain heat. Percale sheets, on the other hand, are crisp, cool, and breathable with a matte finish, with the biggest downside being that they're more prone to wrinkling.

Look at the certifications

Here's the thing: Lots of sheets claim to be made with Egyptian cotton...and very few are. If you wanna know whether the sheets you're buying were *actually* made with extra-long-staple fibers from the Nile River Valley, then make sure you look for the gold Cotton Egypt Association (CEA) seal to verify it. It's also a good idea to make sure any sheets you buy are OEKO-TEX Certified (which means it's guaranteed safe from over 350 harmful substances).

Why trust 'Cosmo'?

Not to brag or anything, but helping you (yes, you!) obtain The Perfect Night of Sleep™️ is one of our many specialties here at Cosmo. For those who are tired of tossing and turning under subpar sheets at night, our informed editors scoured the internet to select the hotel-quality sheets that really deserve the hype, all for your next cool, relaxing round of Zzzs.

Each of our shopping articles adheres to the 15 Percent Pledge and includes products for all budgets. Our hotel sheets were chosen based on functionality, testability, price point, and so many reviews to put together this shoppable list of the very best for you! Sweet dreams.

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