Best Cooling Mattress for Hot Sleepers and Night Sweats

Key Takeaways

• Our top pick for hot sleepers is the Purple RestorePremier® Hybrid Mattress, thanks to its industry-leading temperature balance and cooling-related awards.
• When shopping for a cooling mattress, prioritize moisture-wicking covers, responsive materials, and advanced cooling technology.
• Hybrid mattresses generally excel at temperature regulation because of their improved airflow and breathable construction.

Waking up sticky with sweat isn’t just unpleasant; excessive heat at night can disrupt your rest and reduce REM sleep, making you wake up feeling groggy and unrefreshed.¹ If you’re a hot sleeper, you can address this issue by choosing the best cooling mattress for your needs, paired with breathable pillows and bedding.

Choosing the right mattress depends on your unique sleep style, personal preferences, and budget. In general, the best mattress for hot sleepers is typically made with temperature-neutral materials that dissipate body heat.

In this guide, we’ll highlight several top Purple mattresses, designed to support a cooler, more comfortable night’s sleep. Read along to learn what makes a great cooling mattress and how to say goodbye to sweaty nights for good.

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The GelFlex Grid®, Ultra Comfort Foam, and CoolFlex^TM coils give the RestorePremier® best-in-class cooling for maximum comfort.

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Whether you’re a hot sleeper or just love to curl up with a pile of blankets in a crisp bed, a cool mattress hits the spot. Read along to learn what makes a great cooling mattress, our top picks, and how to say goodbye to sweaty nights for good. 

What Is a Cooling Mattress?

Night sweats can result from conditions like menopause, infections, or autoimmune diseases, but many individuals experience them without any underlying health issues.²

A cooling mattress can minimize the discomfort caused by night sweats using technology that draws heat away or absorbs heat from your body. The best mattress for night sweats may include one or more of the following features to help balance temperature:

• Airflow and breathability: Mattresses with open-cell or gel-infused memory foam and open coils, especially hybrid mattresses, allow for air to flow freely.³
• Responsiveness: Responsive mattresses with a higher rebound tend to promote better airflow than deeply contouring foam mattresses that trap heat.⁴
• Higher firmness level: Firmer mattresses may feel cooler because you don’t sink in as much.⁵

Tyler Wright, Purple’s Senior Product Manager of Mattresses, says:

“Firmness level is likely not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about things that could contribute to sleeping hot. While you should ultimately find a mattress that is comfortable, keep in mind that softer mattresses can trap heat as you sink into them as you sleep.”

Methodology: We analyzed the top-reviewed cooling mattresses and assessed them based on mattress type, cooling materials, airflow, price point, and customer reviews to gauge each mattress’s cooling properties. We also evaluated mattress quality, pressure relief, and support to determine the best cooling mattress option.

Best Cooling Mattress for Night Sweats: RestorePremier® Hybrid Mattress

Alternative to: Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe + Helix Midnight Luxe

We rated the RestorePremier® Hybrid Mattress our best cooling mattress. It provides deep, restorative sleep with industry-leading temperature balance and superior pressure relief. 

According to a thermal test and heat flux study conducted in 2023, the Restore Hybrid Collection features mattresses that are up to four times more effective at removing excess body heat than major competitors.

The moisture-wicking SoftFlex outer cover keeps your mattress fresh and flexes seamlessly with movement to ensure you feel the full benefits of the GelFlex Grid® (also known as the Gel Matrix™). The GelFlex Grid® instantly adapts to your sleep position as you move, cradling your pressure points and dissipating heat away from your body.

But don’t just take our word for it — the RestorePremier® also earned the Men’s Health Editor’s Choice award and Good Housekeeping’s Overall Pick for Best Cooling Mattress in 2024.^6,7

• Key Features: 3” GelFlex Grid®, CoolFlex™ coils, maximum airflow, advanced edge support, ultra comfort layer, antimicrobial finish, moisture-wicking cover
• Materials: SoftFlex cover, GelFlex Grid®, edge support foam, responsive coils
• Sizes: Twin XL, queen, king, Cal king, split king
• Price: $3,499-$6,998

Benefits	Considerations
Great airflow for those who sleep hot	Higher price point for quality materials and construction
Sleeps up to 4x cooler with independent foam pillars
Edge and full-body support
10-year warranty, 100-night trial, free shipping, and easy returns

This Sleep Number alternative sleeps cooler than the competition. Here’s what one hot sleeper has to say:

“I have always been a very hot sleeper, but haven't woken up sweaty even once since switching to this mattress. More restful sleep, less tossing and turning, and no sweating. I'd say that's a win!” — S.O., RestorePremier® Hybrid Mattress review

If you’re ready to rest on the best cooling hybrid mattress, don’t hesitate to try this one out.

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Best Cooling Mattress for Aches and Pains: RestorePlus® Hybrid Mattress

Alternative to: Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid

Looking for a pressure relief mattress to help ease your pain? The RestorePlus®Hybrid is a mattress that keeps you cool while it combines essential support with soothing pressure relief to promote spinal alignment and relieve aches and pains.

With the GelFlex Grid®, the RestorePlus® instantly adapts to your body, offering cradling comfort and relief that earned it Good Housekeeping’s award for Best Mattress for Heavy People With Back Pain in 2024.⁸

According to Jeff Hutchings, Purple’s Chief Innovation Officer, “GelFlex Grid® is about 10x more conductive than standard mattress foams, featuring over 1,400 air channels that pull heat away from your body and spread it throughout the entire grid structure.” This has earned the RestorePlus® another award for Best Cooling Mattress-in-a-Box from Forbes in 2024.⁹

• Key Features: Advanced edge support system for ease of getting in and out of bed, and an antimicrobial finish that keeps the mattress fresh, 3” GelFlex Grid®, 3 Zone Edge-to-Edge Coils, Ultra comfort layer, Moisture-Wicking Cover
• Materials: GelFlex Grid®, Ultra Comfort Foam, 3 Zone Edge-to-Edge Coils, SoftFlex Cover
• Sizes: Twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king, split king
• Price: $2,799-$5,598

Benefits	Considerations
Cradles joints and dissipates heat for maximum comfort	Medium-soft feel may not appeal to all sleepers
Sleeps up to 3x cooler
Hybrid design provides support and relief
10-year warranty, 100-night trial, free shipping, and easy returns

Users appreciate the pressure relief capabilities of this cooling mattress, with one happy customer saying:

“The best feature of this mattress is its ability to provide substantial pressure relief. I suffer from shoulder pain and lower back pain. This has been the best solution!” — Carmen J., RestorePlus® Mattress review

If you’re looking for the coolest mattress to sleep on while soothing your aches and pains, the RestorePlus® might be the answer.

Best Cooling Mattress for Couples: Rejuvenate™ Mattress

Alternative to: WinkBed

The new Rejuvenate™ is the best cooling mattress for hot sleepers and couples who tend to overheat at night.¹⁰ It features layers of GelFlex Grid® and DreamLayer™ technology for superior pressure relief, temperature balancing, and maximum core body support.

Enhanced comfort features cradle your pressure points, cushion your joints, and help you sleep twice as cool than the previous model for your best sleep ever.

While the best bed size for each couple may vary, the Rejuvenate™​​ Mattress is available in most standard sizes to accommodate your needs with luxurious comfort and support.

• Key Features: DreamLayer™ Technology, 2” GelFlex Grid®, 2” Slow Recovery Foam, 8” Pocketed Coil, 1” Base Foam, Temperature regulating, enhanced pressure relief, improved articulation with adjustable base
• Materials: GelFlex Grid®, Firm Slow Recovery Foam, Responsive Coil System, DreamLayer™
• Sizes: Twin XL, queen, king, Cal king, split king
• Price: $4,499-$8,998

Benefits	Considerations
Dissipates heat, cradles pressure points, and isolates motion	Firmer feel
Luxurious feel	Higher price point
Up to 2x cooler than the previous model
10-year warranty, 100-night trial, free shipping, and easy returns

Those who upgraded to Purple Rejuvenate report loving their new mattress. Here is one user’s experience:

“After too long with a mattress that was uncomfortable and starting to cause back pain, my husband and I went on the search for the perfect mattress. We were immediately impressed by the comfort and coolness provided by Purple. We purchased the Purple Restore mattress and after a few weeks decided to upgrade to the Purple Rejuvenate.

Purple made it easy for us to make the exchange and we couldn't be happier we made the switch. It has all the benefits of the Restore mattress, plus an extra plush and comfy topper. We sleep peacefully and wake up feeling refreshed. Would highly recommend!” — Stephanie C, Rejuvenate™ Mattress review

Enjoy a more comfortable sleep together with the exceptional motion isolation and temperature balancing of the Rejuvenate™ Mattress.

Best Mattress for Hot Side Sleepers: RejuvenatePremier® Hybrid Mattress

Alternative to: Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid + Casper Snow Hybrid Mattress

We recommend the RejuvenatePremier® Mattress as the best cooling mattress for side sleepers. This luxury option marries full-body pressure relief with exceptional cooling properties. 

The original RejuvenatePremier® Mattress was even named the Best Splurge Cooling Mattress by Health in 2024.¹¹ The new model provides the same benefits with an upgraded construction.

Side sleepers often sleep best on soft to medium-firm mattresses, making this soft yet supportive bed an excellent choice. According to Jeff, “the layered grid technology with Active Response+ foam flexes to cushion your hips and shoulders while gently supporting lighter areas of your body and providing consistent maximum relief on your pressure points.” The DreamLayer technology and GelFlex Grid® allow air to flow more efficiently to prevent heat buildup. 

• Key Features: Luxury cover, DreamLayer™ Technology, Layered Grid technology, Active Response+ Foam, Dynamic Grid Support, Ultra Comfort Layer, Edge Support
• Materials: DreamLayer™, GelFlex® Grid Plus, Soft Adaptive Foam, Responsive Coil System

• Sizes: Twin XL, queen, king, Cal king, split king
• Price: $6,499-$12,998

The RejuvenatePremier® is so cool and comfy that users don’t want to leave their beds in the morning. Here is what one side sleeper says:

“My experience with the purple mattress has been nothing but wonderful. The mattress stays cool at night enough where even a heavy sweater like myself can enjoy a night sleep without waking up drenched! At first the bed was firm but was broken in quickly enough that it's now so comfy! The only bad side is now I don't want to get up in the mornings!!!” — Andrew W, RejuvenatePremier® Mattress review

If you don’t know how to stay asleep in hot weather, check out RejuvenatePremier® for one of the best cooling hybrid mattresses available.

Most Affordable Mattress for Hot Sleepers: The Purple Mattress®

Alternative to: Nectar Premier Copper + Nectar Classic Memory Foam

If you’re looking for the most affordable option on our list, let us introduce you to the original Purple Mattress®. This classic choice stands out due to its balanced support that doesn't trap heat.  

The Purple Mattress® has instantly adaptive support thanks to the 2-inch GelFlex Grid®, giving this mattress all the benefits of a memory foam mattress and more. The Comfort Foam Layer also conforms to your body, adds cushioning, and helps isolate motion.

The GelFlex Grid® cradles your body while allowing for significant airflow, earning the Purple Mattress recognition as Best Cooling Mattress in a Box from Good Housekeeping in 2025.¹² 

• Key Features: 2” GelFlex Grid®, significant airflow, comfort layer, foam base
• Materials: GelFlex Grid®, SoftFlex cover, edge support foam, comfort foam, base support foam
• Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king, split king
• Price: $999-$2,198

The Purple Mattress® is becoming the ideal choice for hot summer months. One user states:

"Love the wrapped feeling you get with this mattress. The cooling effect will be even nicer as summer approaches. This is our second Purple and we love it." — Ali, Purple Mattress review

Experience Purple's original mattress yourself and enjoy the cooling, soothing pressure relief it's known for.

How to Choose a Mattress That Keeps You Cool

Choosing the best mattress can be time-consuming, but since we spend so much time in bed, it’s worth finding one that suits your needs. Besides cooling features, you want to consider pressure relief, support, and overall quality.

“When buying a mattress for someone who sleeps hot, you should find a mattress that maximizes airflow, breathability, and heat dissipation,” says Wright.

Here are a few more tips for finding the best mattresses for hot sleepers.

1. Identify What’s Making You Sleep Hot

There are several factors that could contribute to sleeping hot, and identifying them can help you find the right solutions. These factors include:

• The mattress itself
• Bedding materials and covers
• Health conditions like anxiety, acid reflux, or menopause/hot flashes

Addressing these factors can significantly improve your sleep quality. Learning how to sleep with acid reflux or calm anxiety at night can help reduce overheating and promote a cooler, more comfortable environment, making it easier to fall asleep and stay rested throughout the night.

2. Consider Mattress Type

Mattress type can have a big impact on cooling abilities. Here’s what to know:

• GelFlex Grid®: Grid technology provides maximum airflow, naturally drawing away excess heat.
• Foam: As Wright notes, “Foam can retain body heat, causing hot sleepers to sleep even hotter. Generally, a hybrid mattress is a better option since the coils in a hybrid mattress help improve overall airflow and breathability.”
• Innerspring: Innerspring mattresses have coils, which allow for more airflow.
• Hybrid: Hybrids that combine foam and coils are more breathable than all-foam mattresses, making them excellent temperature regulating mattresses.
• Gel-infused memory foam: Gel memory foam mattresses have both memory foam and a cooling gel. The gel helps regulate temperature, making it a good option for hot sleepers.
• Latex: Latex mattresses can be breathable and good at regulating temperature.

3. Account for the Mattress Cover

To find the best mattress for night sweats, look for options with top covers made of breathable materials and fabrics that don’t retain heat. A cover made of breathable fabrics like cotton, linen, wool, silk, and other specialized cooling fabrics will usually keep you cooler. Some may also have infusions with cooling elements like gel, copper, or charcoal.

Consider a cover made from moisture-wicking materials. These covers use capillary action to draw moisture away from the body and dry quickly, so it doesn’t saturate the fabric. 

For more innovative options, Purple mattresses are designed for cooler sleep. According to Jeff, “The covers feature polyethylene yarns that pull heat away from your body and move it more efficiently into the GelFlex Grid®, helping you stay comfortably cool all night.”

4. Opt for Breathable Bedding

Your bedding, including mattress protectors, sheets, and duvets, also plays a role in the temperature of your bed. If you use bedding that isn’t breathable, you may end up sleeping hotter than you’d like, even if your mattress is built to be breathable or maximize overall airflow.

To maximize your mattress’s cooling potential, select compatible bedding like breathable protectors and sheets that work in harmony. Look for cooling bed sheets with blends of bamboo, cotton, and linen fabrics, like Purple SoftStretch® sheets. By learning how to buy bed sheets and choosing the right materials, you can improve your overall sleeping temperature.

5. Sleep With a Cooling Pillow

Choosing a pillow made of similar materials to cooling mattresses can help keep your head and neck cool overnight. Look for pillows with responsive fill and moisture-wicking covers. Add an airy pillowcase for additional breathability. 

If you like the feel of memory foam pillows, opt for a gel-infused option or try Purple pillows. We have some of the best cooling pillows, designed with proprietary GelFlex Grid® and foam layers for enhanced airflow.

6. Research Sleep Trials

Ample time to test a mattress can give you a clearer idea of how well you’ll sleep. Many mattress retailers offer trials so you can verify that the mattress meets your needs and stays comfortably cool all night.

Purple mattresses come with a 100-night sleep trial. If you want to try out one of our beds in person, find one of our local retailers near you.

7. Read Reviews

It’s useful to hear what real customers are saying about a mattress's cooling effects before you buy. Read through several reviews on the mattress’s page, scanning for specific cooling-related feedback, including:

• Hot
• Warm
• Cooling
• Breathable
• Overheating
• Night sweats
• Hot flashes
• Menopause
• Heat retention
• Heat dissipation
• Temperature balancing
• Temperature neutral

Many customers will leave reviews comparing the new mattress to their old one. Find out if people are truly raving about sleeping cooler compared to their previous beds. 

8. Adjust Your Room Temperature

Even if your mattress promotes good air circulation, keeping your bedroom temperature at a lower setting can also improve your sleep. The best temperature for sleep is between 66.2°F (19°C) and 69.8°F (21°C), according to multiple studies.¹³

Here are some simple strategies to help keep your bedroom comfortably cool:

• Use a portable air conditioner or cooling unit.
• Use dark curtains to block out heat from sunlight.
• Place a fan near an open window for fresh airflow.
• Keep blinds or shades closed during hotter daytime hours.

What Is the Best Cooling Mattress if I Get Hot at Night?

If you can’t get comfortable in bed because it feels like a sauna under the sheets, you need a cooling mattress. The best mattress for hot sleepers is one that wicks away sweat, feels responsive to the touch, and provides consistent breathability. Ultimately, though, the best cooling mattress for you comes down to personal preference. 

Purple offers some of the best mattresses for couples and solo sleepers who experience night sweats and hot flashes. Combined with coils, our proprietary GelFlex Grid® design provides maximum airflow and pulls heat away from the body as you sleep. All of this results in a cooler night’s sleep that will leave you refreshed and revitalized in the morning. Explore our collections now to find your ideal cooling mattress.

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