Bring some hotel-style luxury to your dorm room this semester with this highly recommended Amazon sheet set – it's on sale for $35

Nothing is as luxurious as new bed linen, especially if you're moving into a new space – and I've just discovered that this Mellanni twin sheet set is just $35 on Amazon right now.

It took me a while to feel at home in my dorm, and while decor and accessories helped bring the space to life, premium bed sheets like these, which claim hotel-style luxury (for that home-from-home feeling) were the key.

The Mellanni sheet set has claimed a spot in our guides to the best bed sheets and the best affordable bed sheets – it's one of Amazon's best-selling bedding bundles, with over 250,000 verified five-star reviews. Our tester noted the wrinkle-resistant fabric, emphasizing that these sheets can 'wash well and dry beautifully'. I don't know many students who are handy with an iron, so this is a big plus.

I'd certainly be adding this set to my cart if I were looking for dorm room bedding now. For busy college students, who are often burning the candles at both ends, a new set of high-quality sheets will contribute to the quality of that all-important sleep.

These soft, breathable bed sheets are moisture-wicking and lightweight – perfect for hot sleepers, especially since the weather is still likely to be warm when the fall semester begins. They're double-brushed microfiber material is also durable and stain-resistant, too. I know for a fact that this is a plus for dorm room bedding having spilt my fair share of coffee on mine when up studying in the early hours. Also, while I'll admit that I didn't wash my bedding in college as much as I did at home, I appreciated sheet sets that would stand up to washing in the industrial-sized machines in my dorm.

'These sheets wash beautifully without fading, fit the mattress perfectly, and actually stay in place throughout the night – no constant re-tucking needed,' says one reviewer. 'The fabric feels soft and smooth, and the color is rich and modern. Overall, great quality and comfort at a really reasonable price. I’d absolutely buy them again.'

The twin and twin XL sizes are perfect dorm room bedding options, but there are a variety of other sizes on offer too. Each one is available with an extra deep pocket – I usually go for this option to ensure my sheets can sit right under the mattress without slipping or bunching, and as you won't know how deep your mattress is until you arrive in your dorm, this will cover you.

It's worth noting that microfiber sheets aren't for everyone – they aren't considered an ideal choice if you're looking for a hypoallergenic material, and they can feel synthetic compared to traditional fabrics like cotton. Some reviewers noted that the Mellanni sheets felt thin, though many saw this as a positive feature, praising the material's airy feel and silky softness.

Overall, the Mellanni sheet set is a popular choice for a wide range of sleepers, and I love that there's an enormous selection of colorways: there are 45 in total, including elegant block shades, stripe prints, and even floral designs. So you can really put your personal stamp on your dorm room.

Complete your dorm room bed set-up

A good set of bed sheets claim the top spot on any dorm room checklist, and if your favorite dorm room ideas involve a luxurious, feel on a budget, this Mellanni sheet set is a good buy. If you want to upgrade your dorm room mattress, too (without breaking the bank), try one of our recommended mattress toppers for dorm rooms.