Best mattress deals in the Boxing Day sales 2024
Don’t hit snooze on these mega savings from Simba, Nectar and more
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Your support makes all the difference.There’s something to be said about Christmas Day’s seasonal sibling, Boxing Day. The stress of the big day is behind us and all that’s left to do is catch up on TV, tuck into leftovers and, of course, snap up some stellar discounts. And if you’ve been sleeping on an uncomfortable mattress for too long, you’ve come to the right place, as I’ve handpicked the best mattress deals from the likes of Simba, Nectar, Tempur and more.
Mattresses are essential purchases but often come with a hefty price tag and do require a little research to figure out which one will suit your sleep needs. Whether you’re after a hybrid, pocket-sprung or memory foam model, I’ve got you covered. As The Independent’s resident sleep expert (I’ve tried and tested all the best mattresses), I’m making it my mission to filter through the sales to bring you the very best offers on all sizes and types of mattresses this Boxing Day.
Keep scrolling for discounts on some of my favourite tried and tested brands.
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Why you can trust IndyBest to find the best mattress deals
The IndyBest team of shopping experts have been covering sales events such as the Boxing Day sales for many years. As a sleep expert, I track the price of mattresses year-round and know how to spot a good deal from a bad one – and will only ever recommend a discount on a tried and tested brand. I’ve been researching the best mattress brands and testing a whole host of different options in my guide to the best, so, I’m personally recommending the ones that I think are actually worth your money.
Best mattress deals in the Boxing Day sales
- Simba hybrid luxe mattress, king: £1,799 plus free items worth up to £766, Simbasleep.com
- Nectar premier hybrid mattress, double: Was £1,213, now £711.55, Nectarsleep.co.uk
- Eve Sleep premium hybrid mattress, double: Was £949, now £549, Evesleep.co.uk
Simba hybrid luxe mattress, king: £1,799 plus free items worth up to £766, Simbasleep.com
While this isn’t a saving on the mattress itself, Simba is offering free items with selected mattresses. So, if you’re moving home or really want to invest in your sleep, this could be a great way to save money. For example, if you purchase the hybrid luxe, you’ll also receive two hybrid pillows, a hybrid duvet and a performance mattress protector for free, saving you £766 if you were to purchase them separately. The mattress also comes IndyBest-approved, as it took the top spot in my round-up, where I praised the hybrid luxe for providing “decent support”, being “breathable” and “naturally temperature-regulating”.
Nectar premier hybrid mattress, double: Was £1,213, now £711.55, Nectarsleep.co.uk
Nectar’s hybrid mattress was chosen as the best option for medium firmness in my best mattress guide and right now there’s a whopping saving to be snapped up. It’s made up of eight layers of foam, micro-springs, memory foam and a supportive base, which I found made my pressure points feel supported and spine-aligned. I also awarded it extra points for its ability to reduce motion transfer – something anyone with a wriggly sleeping partner will appreciate. Plus, if you use code “BOXING5“ at checkout, you’ll be able to grab an extra five per cent discount, making this double mattress just £711.55.
Panda hybrid bamboo mattress pro, double: Was £1,290, now £1,096.50, Pandalondon.com
You can save a generous 15 per cent on Panda’s hybrid bamboo mattress pro right now. Highlighted as the best option for back sleepers in my review, I was seriously impressed at how comfortable it felt. It’s on the firmer side but you still notice a “very slight sinking-in feeling” and the two different kinds of foam “keep you properly aligned right through the night”. You can also snap up the Panda hybrid pillow (was £89.95, now £76.46, Pandalondon.com) with 15 per cent off.
Dusk memory foam 2000 pocket sprung hybrid mattress: Was £579, now £359, Dusk.com
Despite being affordable, I found Dusk’s mattress to feel as luxurious as it looks. In my review, I noted that it’s on “the firmer side (a great choice for those with back pain) but has enough bounce to help you doze off in comfort”.
Premier Inn mattress, double: Was £749, now £674, Premierinnbed.co.uk
Another one that has earned a spot in my best mattress review, I loved the design’s edge-to-edge support, temperature-regulating sleep surface and micro-quilted surface. A nifty feature is the top layer that can be unzipped and rotated, which is a lot easier than turning the entire thing. When testing, I found that it offered medium to firm support and was impressed with the zoned system, which helps to evenly distribute weight across the mattress. If you sleep on your side, this is a great option as it avoids putting too much pressure on your hips and shoulders.
Eve Sleep premium hybrid mattress, double: Was £949, now £549, Evesleep.co.uk
You can currently save 40 per cent on Eve Sleep’s premium hybrid mattress thanks to this end-of-year saving. A fusion of spring, foam and over 1,400 full-sized pocket springs, it’s got mattress expert Ali’s seal of approval. When testing this mattress, she said: “On this, we had the best night’s sleep in years. This is thanks to the hybrid premium’s clever fusion of full-size springs and layer upon layer of innovative foam. The mattress boasts memory foam that isolates movement, meaning there’s no motion transfer if you sleep next to a night fidget – but then again, the night fidgeting seems to have ceased anyway, and we’re getting a great night’s sleep all round.”
Dormeo octasmart plus memory foam mattress, double: Was £649, now £519.20, Dunelm.com
Already a more affordable mattress, compared with many others, you can save nearly £200 on Dormeo’s octasmart plus right now. Ideal if you’re in the market for a mattress-in-a-box, it comes tightly rolled and vacuum-packed for convenient and hassle-free delivery. There’s more to this model than pure ease, though. I found that it offers “a lot of bang for your buck”, with a firm and supportive design that doesn’t compromise on comfort. “As someone with occasional back and neck aches, the build gave us the support we needed, while the design’s three ‘body zones’ reduced disturbance when sharing a bed.” Tick, tick, tick.
Otty hybrid mattress, king: Was £799.99, now £574.99, Otty.com
If you’re looking for a supportive mattress, this could be the one for you. In tester Eleanor’s review of Otty’s hybrid mattress, she said it “undoubtedly falls on the firmer end” of the scale, describing it as a “great all-rounder that most people will find comfortable”. The mattress, which is made up of a 3cm layer of temperature-controlling memory foam, followed by another 3cm of high density reflex foam, and 2,000 springs, is currently on sale with £220 off.
Nectar memory foam mattress, king: Was £1,286, now £521.55, Nectarsleep.co.uk
Nectar regularly earns a spot in IndyBest’s tried and tested mattress reviews. If you’re looking for a memory foam option, this deal could be the one for you. The mattress features a quilted cooling cover, pressure-relieving memory foam, and seven zone support foam, which is said to provide spinal alignment while reducing motion transfer. With more than £750 off knocked off the price of a king size mattress, now’s the time to invest in your sleep for 2024 – just make sure to use code “BOXING5“ for your extra 5 per cent off.
Dusk memory foam 2,000 pocket sprung hybrid mattress, double: Was £579, now £359, Dusk.com
When reviewing this model, I found that the Dusk hybrid “feels as luxurious as it looks”. It had a four-layer design and I found it to be “a great choice for those with back pain” owing to its firm feel and the “stellar edge-to-edge support”. For Boxing Day, you can score an extra 15 per cent off with the code “FLASH15” at checkout. With more than £200 discount, your sleep is begging for you to click buy.
Stompa S flex airflow pocket children’s pocket spring mattress, single: Was £243.99, now £193.99, Wayfair.co.uk
Taking the top spot in our best kids’ mattress review, parenting expert Zoe praised the Stompa S flex’s “cushioned top layer and airflow comfort layer” that makes “it incredibly comfortable for little sleepers”. Adding that “the pocket springs provide ample support for growing bodies”. Now reduced by £50, if you’ve been waiting to upgrade your little one’s sleeping setup, Boxing Day is the time to do it.
Hypnos pillow top elite mattress, double: Was £2,565, now £2,180.25, Mattressman.co.uk
Hypnos supplies mattresses to hotels, including Soho House and The Corinthia, and also the royal family, so it’s fair to say the luxury brand doesn’t come cheap. But now, you can save nearly 40 per cent on this IndyBest-approved model. Earning a spot in Sarah’s tried and tested review, she said: “The depth (31cm) means there are lots of layers of comfort here, including a pocket-spring system, which aids weight distribution to provide edge-to-edge support and helps to encourage better spinal alignment.” Praising the soft pillow top, she added that “it’s supportive and feels like a gentle hug.”
Tempur hybrid elite mattress, double: Was £1,499, now £999, Tempur.com
Tempur’s hybrid elite mattress boasts four layers of support plus micro coils for springy, sumptuous comfort. In my guide to the best mattresses, I found that “while it felt softer than a traditional coiled mattress,” it provided “maximum support in all the right places”, regardless of my sleeping position. With a whopping £500 discount right now, this deal is too good to pass up.
Looking for more discounts? Head over to our IndyBest deals section