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There are 1000s of May mattress deals − these are the only ones worth buying

Browse the best mattress sales, selected by a sleep editor

One of the mattresses in the mattress sales, the Leesa Sapira Hybrid, on a bed on a carpet.
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When you shop the mattress sales, you can upgrade your bed and transform your sleep experience for less – sounds like a good deal to me. As Memorial Day approaches, and sleep stores start to drop their holiday deals, you're almost guaranteed to find a mattress that meets your needs and fits your budget. 

That is, if you can sift through the dud deals and get to the good stuff. With countless mattress sales across all the specialist sleep stores, it's easy to feel spoiled for choice. That's why I've hand-picked the 20 best mattress sales this May. Better yet, each mattress is tried and tested by an H&G sleep expert. 

As H&G's resident sleep writer, I know what makes the best mattress: a careful balance between comfort and support to lengthen your spine, cushion your joints, and ease any aches and pains. I know all the best places to buy a mattress, from Saatva and Tempur to Leesa and Nolah, and I've scoured their May deals to bring you the best beds for less.

May mattress deals − selected by a sleep editor

You can trust Homes & Gardens. Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing the latest products, helping you choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test.

If you're in the market for a new mattress, and you've no idea where to start, I recommend you start shopping from my shortlist. If you'd prefer to take stock of your options, then I suggest you shop around these specialist sleep stores, where Memorial Day sales are already in full swing.

Best mattress deals

After months and years of rigorous testing, we've concluded that these are the very best beds on the market, and you can get them for less in the May mattress sales. If you'd like to find out more about a particular mattress, all you need to do is read our dedicated mattress reviews.

Saatva Classic Mattress | Was $2,095, now $1,695 at Saatva
Best on test

Saatva Classic Mattress | Was $2,095, now $1,695 at Saatva
Save $400 on the best bed we've ever tested. Topped with thick foam for pressure relief and lined with supportive springs to optimize airflow, the Saatva Classic is suitable for all sleepers: front, back, or side, hot or cool.

You can find more detail in our Saatva Classic Mattress review.

Nectar Memory Foam Mattress | Was $1,099, now $649 at Nectar
Pressure relief

Nectar Memory Foam Mattress | Was $1,099, now $649 at Nectar
Our expert tester, Casey, suffers from fibromyalgia, but she never once woke up with aches and pains on the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress. She attributes that to the thick layers of plush foam, which relieve pressure from your hips, knees, and shoulders.

You can find more detail in our Nectar Memory Foam Mattress review.

Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Mattress | Was $3,399.00, now $3,199.00 at Tempur-Pedic
Side sleepers

Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Mattress | Was $3,399.00, now $3,199.00 at Tempur-Pedic
Even at a discount, the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Mattress is seriously expensive, but I'd argue it's worth the money, especially if you're a side sleeper. Tempur foam and responsive springs is a winning combination, designed to support your spine and cradle your body.

You can find more detail in our Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Mattress review.

Bed in a box deals

The best box mattresses are already affordable. When you shop the mattress sales, you can save even more money to spend on sheets, shams, and blankets: everything you need to upgrade your bed. 

Emma Original Mattress | Was $1,159.00, now $579 at Emma
Best box

Emma Original Mattress | Was $1,159.00, now $579 at Emma
You can save a whopping 50% on this memory foam mattress when you shop the May mattress sales. Like any memory foam mattress, the Emma Original sleeps a little warm, and its edge support leaves a little to be desired, but the motion isolation is excellent: ideal for light sleepers and anyone who shares a bed.

You can find more detail in our Emma Original Mattress review.

Nolah Original Mattress | Was $1,449.00, now $942 at Nolah
Breathable

Nolah Original Mattress | Was $1,449.00, now $942 at Nolah
Where memory foam tends to trap heat, Nolah's patented AirFoam is perforated with thousands of tiny little holes to optimize airflow through the mattress. I'd recommend the Nolah Original Mattress to almost anyone, though it might not be firm enough for stomach sleepers.

You can find more detail in our Nolah Original Mattress review.

Bear Elite Hybrid Mattress | Was $2,305.00, now $1,499.00 at Bear
Bouncy

Bear Elite Hybrid Mattress | Was $2,305.00, now $1,499.00 at Bear
This mattress ticks all my boxes. It's soft enough to cushion your joints, sufficiently supportive to lengthen your spine, and thermoregulating for every climate and all sorts of sleepers. With this $800 discount, the Bear Elite Hybrid Mattress is now firmly within reach. 

You can find more detail in our Bear Elite Hybrid Mattress review.

Zinus Cooling Green Tea | Was $599.00, now $499.00 at Zinus
Active cooling

Zinus Cooling Green Tea | Was $599.00, now $499.00 at Zinus
You'd never believe it, but this memory foam model is one of the best cooling mattresses on the market. Each slab of thick foam is infused with cooling green tea and copper to dissipate heat and wick moisture. My advice: don't spend any less than this. Much lower than $500, and you're getting a bad bed at a great price.

You can find more detail in our Zinus Cooling Green Tea Mattress review.

Helix Dusk Luxe Mattress | Was $2,373.80, now $1,780.30 at Helix
Affordable luxe

Helix Dusk Luxe Mattress | Was $2,373.80, now $1,780.30 at Helix
This hybrid mattress marries the plush comfort of memory foam with the airflow of an innerspring to support all sleep positions. The Helix Dusk Luxe is breathable and bouncy, but it isn't perfect: the motion isolation could use some work.

You can find more detail in our Helix Dusk Luxe Mattress review.

Organic mattress deals

If you're prepared to spend on a mattress, you should consider investing in the best organic mattress to stand the test of time. These mattresses are made from sustainable materials that are good for your body and kind to the planet. They're often incredibly luxurious, but they're so expensive that I recommend buying them in the sales. 

Avocado Green Mattress | Was $2,799.00, now $2,379.15 at Avocado
Best organic

Avocado Green Mattress | Was $2,799.00, now $2,379.15 at Avocado
Filled with organic Talalay latex and topped with organic wool and cotton, the Avocado Green Mattress is a dream for eco-conscious shoppers. This bed comes in three styles − firm for back and stomach sleepers, plush for pressure relief, and medium for everybody else.

You can find more detail in our Avocado Green Mattress review.

Saatva Zenhaven Latex Mattress | Was $3.295, now $2,945 at Saatva
Dual-sided

Saatva Zenhaven Latex Mattress | Was $3.295, now $2,945 at Saatva
This flippable mattress boasts a dual-sided design, so that you can pick and choose the firmness level that suits you. It's the sort of bed that would be great for a guest room, so that each individual guest can get the best night's sleep.

You can find more detail in our Saatva Zenhaven Latex Mattress review.

Woolroom Hebridean 3000 Mattress | Was $2,298.00, now $1,838.40 with code SLEEP20 at Woolroom
Organic wool

Woolroom Hebridean 3000 Mattress | Was $2,298.00, now $1,838.40 with code SLEEP20 at Woolroom
Contrary to popular opinion, organic wool isn't scratchy nor stifling, but breathable and durable. One of our expert testers, Sophie, sampled the Woolroom Hebridean 3000 Mattress in the middle of spring, and she couldn't believe how cool it kept her.

You can find more detail in our Woolroom Hebridean 3000 Mattress review.

PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Mattress | Was $3,049.00, now $1,699.00 at PlushBeds
Custom comfort

PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Mattress | Was $3,049.00, now $1,699.00 at PlushBeds
Springy and responsive, this organic mattress comes highly recommended by orthopedic specialists and chiropractors. You can get it in nine sizes, three heights, and two firmnesses, to meet your sleep needs and room size. 

You can find more detail in our PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress review.

Birch Luxe Natural Mattress | Was $2,623.80, now $1.967.80 at Birch
All-natural

Birch Luxe Natural Mattress | Was $2,623.80, now $1.967.80 at Birch
Now, this natural mattress isn't certified organic, but it's still non-toxic and eco-friendly. The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress incorporates GOTS and GREENGUARD Gold-certified materials for sustainable comfort, and it still comes in a neat little box for your convenience.

You can find more detail in our Birch Luxe Natural Mattress review.

Mattress topper and protector deals

You might not want, need, or feel able to afford a brand new bed, even in the mattress sales. Not to worry: you can transform the feel of your bed with one thick layer of foam. The best mattress topper could soften up your sleeping surface or reinforce support for a fraction of the price. The best mattress protector should elongate the life of your mattress, minimizing the effect of spills and stains.

TEMPUR-Adapt Mattress Topper | Was $419.00, now $251.40 at Tempur-Pedic
Best topper

TEMPUR-Adapt Mattress Topper | Was $419.00, now $251.40 at Tempur-Pedic
Discounts are few and far between at Tempur-Pedic, and they'll normally only knock off a few dollars from the listing price. That's why it's such a nice surprise to see the TEMPUR-Adapt Mattress Topper retailing for just 60% of its RRP. That's three inches of pressure-relieving foam, plus a high-stretch knit cover, for just $250.

ViscoSoft Select High Density Mattress Topper | Was $269.95, now $199.95 at ViscoSoft
Dorm deal

ViscoSoft Select High Density Mattress Topper | Was $269.95, now $199.95 at ViscoSoft
As a recent grad who wrestled with a seriously uncomfortable college bed, I reckon this is the best mattress topper for dorm beds. This topper is plush enough to soften up a firm mattress, yet sufficiently supportive to prevent slipping and sagging. Plus, it's infused with cooling copper to soothe hot sleepers.

Sijo TempTune Mattress Pad | Was $175.00, now $157.50 at Sijo
Thermoregulation

Sijo TempTune Mattress Pad | Was $175.00, now $157.50 at Sijo
This thermoregulating mattress pad is designed to meet the needs of hot and cold sleepers living in warm, cool, or temperate climates. The TempTune Mattress Pad is woven from Supima cotton for supple strength and filled with Sijo's secret blend of fibers for heat distribution.

Buffy Plushy Mattress Protector | Was $129.00, now $103.20 at Buffy
Plush comfort

Buffy Plushy Mattress Protector | Was $129.00, now $103.20 at Buffy
This mattress protector feels more like a mattress topper to me. It's soft and squishy enough to transform the feel of your old mattress. This mattress pad is thermoregulating and moisture-wicking to stop sweat from seeping through and staining your bed.

Slumber Cloud Core Mattress Protector | Was $199.00, now $139.30 at Slumber Cloud
Tailor-made for hot sleepers, this mattress protector works to cool your bed and your body from the inside out.
Active cooling

Slumber Cloud Core Mattress Protector | Was $199.00, now $139.30 at Slumber Cloud
Tailor-made for hot sleepers, this mattress protector works to cool your bed and your body from the inside out. It's also been on 'Final Sale' for what feels like forever. If you don't buy it this Memorial Day, I recommend circling back to the 4th of July sales.

Mattress sales FAQs

Are mattresses always on sale?

Not every mattress is always on sale, but I take your point: it would seem that you can always get a good deal on a mattress. Be warned that not every mattress sale is real: a few of the biggest names in bedding list never-changing 'sales prices' throughout the year in a practice known as price anchoring. If you're keen to spot a good deal from a real fake, it might be worth downloading a reputable price tracker.

Federal holidays like Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Thanksgiving tend to bring the deepest discounts on bedding. When you take advantage of these sales, you could bag a big-ticket item, such as a mattress, at a bargain price. 

When is the best time to buy a mattress?

I've written an entire article answering the question: 'when is the best time to buy a mattress?' If you don't have time to read the whole thing, here are the highlights. 

The best time of year to buy a mattress is in winter or early spring, or during a federal holiday. Memorial Day is coming up, and that's a great time to buy a mattress, as manufacturers start to cut prices to shift old stock and make room for new models. If you shop from my shortlist, you might find even deeper discounts than you saw on Black Friday.

Final thoughts

If you're shopping outside of sales season, but you'd still like to save a little money on your mattress, you should narrow the search to the best affordable mattress. As you browse the best affordable beds from Nectar, Siena, Emma, and the like, you'll find plenty of mattresses that promise premium performance without the premium price tag. 

Emilia Hitching
Sleep Editor

Emilia is our resident sleep writer. She spends her days tracking down the lowest prices on the best bedding and spends her nights testing it out from the comfort of her own home – it's a dream job. Her quest to learn how to sleep better has taken her all around the world, from mattress factories in Arizona to sleep retreats in Scandinavia. Before she joined Homes & Gardens, Emilia studied English at the University of Oxford. She also worked on the other side of the aisle, writing press releases for regional newspapers and crafting copy for Sky.