The latest trends for keeping guests comfortable and cosy
As we head towards the cooler months and the temperatures drop, providing guests with warm, inviting bedding and thoughtful touches like plush blankets.
Creating a comfortable and inviting sleep environment is essential for guest satisfaction, and luxurious and aesthetically pleasing bedding plays a crucial role.
As we head towards the cooler months and the temperatures drop, providing guests with warm, inviting bedding and thoughtful touches like plush blankets and customisable sleep experiences can help curate a cosy and restful winter stay.
How are guest expectations evolving when it comes to blankets, quilts, and bedspreads, and what trends are shaping the choices accommodation providers are making in 2025?
Jenna Szymanski Swisstrade Head of Sales & Marketing: Guest expectations for bedding continue to be shaped by comfort, hygiene, sustainability, and personalisation. Travellers are looking for hotel-quality bedding with breathable, hypoallergenic, and temperature-regulating materials that enhance sleep quality.
Minimalist, wellness-focused designs—such as all-white or neutral-coloured bedspreads—are gaining popularity. At the same time, bold, on-trend colours allow hotels to add a striking yet sophisticated touch to rooms.
Hotels are also embracing customisable sleep experiences by offering guests a choice of blanket weights, quilt warmth levels, or layering options. Additionally, the demand for sustainable, responsibly sourced bedding continues to grow, pushing hotels to invest in organic cotton, bamboo, and recycled fibre materials.
Luke Brodie Vendella Director:The key trends align with sustainability and wellness. Guests are increasingly seeking eco-friendly accommodation, driven by a growing focus on sustainability. Health-conscious travellers are also driving demand for hypoallergenic and antimicrobial fabrics to ensure a hygienic sleep environment.
Personalisation is another factor—hotels are now offering customisable bedding to cater to individual guest preferences.
Across the board, accommodation providers are balancing luxury and comfort with practical considerations, prioritising durable, low-maintenance materials while maintaining high-quality standards.
With this in mind, hoteliers are moving towards eco-conscious bedding, with 100 percent cotton, bamboo fibres, and recycled materials becoming the industry standard rather than the exception.
As for aesthetics, in 2025, we’re seeing a shift towards calming earth tones, muted neutrals, as well as deep, rich hues to create a sophisticated and relaxing atmosphere.
The classic striped triple-sheet effect also remains a staple in many luxury hotels, offering a crisp and polished look that guests associate with cleanliness and quality.
Durability is crucial in commercial settings. How can hoteliers ensure bedding retains its integrity despite frequent washing?
Jenna: Investing in high-quality, commercial-grade fabrics is key. Bedding made from combed cotton or blended fabrics designed to resist pilling and shrinkage will maintain its look and feel over time. Following proper commercial washing instructions is equally important to extend product longevity.
With daily room turnovers, there’s also a growing focus on supporting housekeeping teams. Bed lifting systems, which lift beds to an ergonomic height, are being introduced to reduce injuries associated with bed-making. These systems can also help protect bedding materials from excessive stretching, ensuring sheets and blankets maintain their integrity for longer.
Luke: Proper care is essential to extending the lifespan of bedding.
Following manufacturer guidelines for washing temperatures and methods helps prevent premature wear, while using gentle, fabric-safe detergents preserves material integrity without compromising cleanliness.
Implementing a bedding rotation system can distribute wear more evenly, prolonging the lifespan of bedding. Regular inspections for signs of damage or thinning fabric also ensure that replacements happen before the guest experience is impacted.
Helen: In the hospitality industry, bedding endures frequent laundering, often at high temperatures, to maintain hygiene standards.
To ensure longevity without compromising on comfort, hoteliers should make strategic choices in material selection, care practices, and supplier partnerships, along with inventory management.
Having sufficient stock levels can prevent overuse and premature wear. By maintaining appropriate PAR levels, hoteliers can extend the lifespan of their bedding while ensuring a consistent and luxurious guest experience
With climate and seasonal variations, how can hoteliers ensure guests are comfortable year-round?
Jenna: Hotels can maintain year-round comfort by offering layered bedding solutions—a mix of lightweight quilts, duvets, and throw blankets—so guests can adjust their warmth levels based on preference.
Beyond bedding, providing luxurious slippers and robes enhances comfort throughout a guest’s stay. Plush robes offer warmth and coziness in cooler months, while lightweight, ultra-soft waffle robes provide breathability for warmer climates. These small touches elevate the guest experience and make their stay feel extra special.
Luke: Offering seasonally appropriate bedding is key. Lightweight duvets help keep guests cool in warmer months, while heavier duvets and an extra blanket provide warmth in colder seasons.
Mattress toppers are another effective solution, particularly in winter, as they add an extra layer of comfort and insulation.
Helen: With changing seasons and diverse guest preferences, hoteliers can provide adaptable bedding solutions that offer comfort all year round. By selecting versatile, high-quality materials and layering smartly, properties can ensure a luxurious and restful sleep experience in any climate.
Rather than frequently switching bedding with the seasons, hotels can turn to using multi-season bedding options that provide year-round comfort.
Micro loft fill quilts are often a good choice, offering medium-weight, they mimic the luxe comfort of down while allowing breathability in warmer months.
I also recommend providing an additional throw or blanket at the foot of the bed to provide extra warmth when needed.
Sustainability is becoming a major consideration in the hospitality industry. What are the most significant advancements in eco-friendly bedding materials?
Jenna: The hospitality industry is embracing innovative, eco-friendly bedding solutions.
In addition to selecting linens and bedding made from sustainable materials, many manufacturers are adopting closed-loop production processes that significantly reduce water consumption. These systems recycle water and minimise waste during textile manufacturing, making bedding production more resource-efficient.
As sustainability continues to be a priority, working with partners, manufacturers, and distributors who focus on ethical and sustainable procurement practices is essential.
Luke: We’re seeing significant advancements in sustainable bedding materials, including recycled and upcycled fibres, such as repurposed plastic bottles, which help reduce waste and contribute to a circular economy.
Certification standards like GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) and Oeko-Tex Standard 100 are guiding the industry towards more responsible choices, ensuring products are free from harmful substances and produced ethically.
Longer-lasting, high-quality materials are also playing a role in sustainability. By designing bedding for durability, hotels can reduce replacement frequency, cutting down on resource use while maintaining cost efficiency.
Helen: In 2025, significant advancements in sustainable bedding materials are shaping the way accommodations approach responsible hospitality. One of the most significant advancements is the use of Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified materials, ensuring recycled materials are responsibly sourced and processed.
GRS certified bedding is made from post-consumer and post-industrial recycled fibres, including plastic bottles (rPET), reclaimed cotton, and recycled polyester. Many leading hotel groups are incorporating GRS certified / rated recycled quilts, pillows, mattress protectors and toppers, aligning with eco-conscious guest preferences.
These innovations are transforming the hospitality industry by providing luxurious, durable, and environmentally responsible bedding solutions.
Sarah is a freelance journalist with experience across print, digital and audio. After working for Multimedia Publishing as a contributing writer, she has recently joined the team in a part-time capacity for School News AU and AccomNews.
