Sliding into a freshly made bed (prepared by someone else) with soft, freshly washed sheets, fluffy pillows and a crisp duvet is truly one of life’s simple pleasures.

Hotels specialise in comfortable accommodation, and a significant part of guest satisfaction can be attributed to the quality of the bed.

We reveal the secrets behind inviting hotel beds and have compiled a list of five steps to help you achieve that hotel-level comfort in your own bedroom.

How to recreate a hotel bed at home – 5 tips from Norco Hospitality

1. Quality bed: Investing in a good bed is essential; it’s a long-term investment that directly affects your nightly comfort. Consider your body weight and preferred sleeping position to determine the ideal firmness.

2. Luxurious sheets: Choose materials that are gentle on the skin and provide the right temperature balance. High-quality cotton sheets are a popular choice, as well as alternatives such as linen or silk. Proper washing and ironing are crucial for maintaining bed linen.

3. The perfect pillows: Finding the right pillow depends on your sleeping style. Choose a low pillow if you sleep on your stomach, a medium pillow if you move a lot during sleep, and a high pillow for side sleepers. A good standard pillow size is 60 × 80 cm. Make sure to use pillows filled with hypoallergenic microfibre that provide a luxurious down-like feel.

4. The right duvet: The material and thickness of your duvet affect your comfort. Choose a warm, thick duvet if you tend to feel cold. For flexible and comfortable temperature regulation, consider silk, which adapts to your body temperature whether you are warm or cold.

5. Overall atmosphere: Beyond bedding, factors such as room temperature, cleanliness, pleasant scents and calming design details contribute to a comfortable environment. Be sure to carefully select design elements that include soothing colours and soft, calming lighting.