Have you ever wondered why hotel beds feel like sleeping on a cloud? That blissful moment when you sink into crisp white sheets at a luxury hotel isn’t just about the holiday mindset – it’s about the quality of the bedding. The good news is, you can now recreate that exact 5-star hotel experience in your own bedroom by purchasing the same hotel-quality pillows, sheets, and bedding that top hotels use worldwide.
Why Hotel Bedding Feels So Luxurious
There’s something magical about climbing into a hotel bed after a long day of travel. The sheets feel impossibly crisp yet soft, the pillows cradle your head perfectly, and the duvet creates the ideal sleeping temperature. This isn’t accidental – luxury hotels invest significantly in premium bedding because they understand that quality sleep is the cornerstone of guest satisfaction.
Hotels typically use high thread count cotton sheets (usually 300TC or higher), natural down and feather pillows with varying firmness levels, and carefully selected duvets that provide warmth without weight. The secret lies not just in the materials, but in the specific combinations and configurations that hotels have perfected over decades of hospitality experience.
The InterContinental Hotels Standard: What Makes It Special
InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has set the gold standard for luxury bedding across their properties in Asia, Australia, and Fiji. Their bedding configuration is specifically designed to cater to every sleeping preference, typically featuring a combination of firm and soft pillows to accommodate side, back, and stomach sleepers.
The standout features of InterContinental bedding include:
- 300 thread count cotton sheets for the perfect balance of softness and durability
- Natural goose down and feather filling in pillows for superior comfort and support
- DuPont Teflon treatment on fabrics for water and oil repellency
- Double-needle stitching for long-lasting quality
- Envelope-style pillowcases with elegant flanges for that professional hotel look
Where to Buy Authentic Hotel Bedding in Australia
Eleganté: Your Gateway to 5-Star Sleep
For Australians seeking genuine hotel-quality bedding, Eleganté has become the go-to destination. They’ve partnered directly with InterContinental Hotels to bring the exact same bedding used in 5-star properties to Australian homes. This isn’t hotel-inspired bedding – it’s the actual products that luxury hotels trust for their most discerning guests.
Essential Hotel Bedding Components
1. Hotel Pillows: The Foundation of Great Sleep
The pillow configuration in luxury hotels isn’t random. Most InterContinental Hotel beds feature a strategic combination of two firm pillows and two soft pillows, allowing guests to customise their sleeping arrangement.
King Size Options:
- The InterContinental King Pillow – Firm (1700g) provides excellent neck support, especially beneficial for side and back sleepers
- The InterContinental King Pillow – Soft (1200g) offers cloud-like comfort, perfect for stomach sleepers or those who prefer a gentler cradle
Queen/Standard Size Options: For those with queen, double, or single beds, Eleganté offers the same luxury in more compact dimensions:
- InterContinental Queen Pillow – Firm (1000g) delivers the same premium quality in a standard size
- InterContinental Queen Pillow – Soft (850g) provides versatile comfort for smaller beds
Each pillow comes with a bonus pillow protector, adding an extra layer of hygiene and extending the life of your investment. The 50/50 blend of goose down and feathers creates the perfect balance between support and softness, while the 230TC down-proof fabric ensures the filling stays where it should.
2. Hotel Sheets: The Crisp White Canvas
Nothing says luxury quite like sliding into crisp, pristine white sheets. The InterContinental King Sheet Set transforms your bed into a hotel-worthy sanctuary. Made from incredibly soft 300TC cotton, these sheets are designed for daily use while maintaining their luxurious feel wash after wash.
The set includes:
- One king-size fitted sheet (203cm x 183cm x 45cm)
- One king-size top sheet (300cm x 280cm)
- Two king-size pillowcases (105cm x 63cm) with elegant envelope-style closures
The envelope-style pillowcases feature a 5cm flange on all four sides and a 15cm flap to secure your pillow, creating that professionally dressed bed appearance that hotels are famous for.
3. Quilts and Duvet Covers: The Finishing Touch
Complete your hotel bed transformation with the InterContinental King Quilt and matching InterContinental King Quilt Cover Set with Stripe. The subtle stripe pattern adds visual interest while maintaining the classic hotel aesthetic.
4. Protective Layers: Ensuring Longevity
Hotels know that protecting their investment is crucial. The InterContinental King Pillow Protector features a secure zip closure and helps maintain hygiene while extending the life of your luxury pillows. These protectors are essential for maintaining that fresh, hotel-quality feel night after night.
The Ultimate Investment: Complete Bedding Bundles
For those ready to completely transform their sleeping experience, the 5 Star Bedding Bundle offers exceptional value with a 20% discount on the complete set. This comprehensive package includes:
- 2x Firm pillows (1700gsm)
- 2x Soft pillows (1200gsm)
- 4x Pillow protectors
- 4x Striped pillowcases
- Complete sheet set (fitted and flat)
- Luxe duvet with striped cover
Available in both king and queen sizes, this bundle represents the most cost-effective way to achieve a complete hotel bedroom transformation.
Creating Your Perfect Sleep Configuration
Understanding Pillow Combinations
The two-firm, two-soft pillow configuration isn’t just about luxury – it’s about versatility. Here’s how to use them:
For Side Sleepers: Use a firm pillow for primary head support, with a soft pillow between your knees for spinal alignment.
For Back Sleepers: Place a firm pillow under your head and a soft one under your knees to maintain the natural curve of your spine.
For Stomach Sleepers: Opt for the soft pillow to keep your head in a more natural position, closer to the mattress.
For Reading in Bed: Stack firm pillows against the headboard for back support, with soft pillows for lumbar comfort.
Layering Like a Luxury Hotel
Hotels create their signature bed look through careful layering:
- Start with a fitted sheet pulled taut
- Add the flat sheet with the decorative side facing down (so it shows when folded back)
- Place the duvet or quilt on top, leaving space at the head for the fold-back
- Fold the top sheet back over the duvet approximately 30cm
- Arrange pillows: firm ones at the back, soft ones in front
- Add decorative pillowcases for the finishing touch
Caring for Your Hotel-Quality Bedding
To maintain that 5-star feel:
Washing: Use warm (not hot) water and a gentle cycle. Hotels typically wash bedding at 60°C to balance cleanliness with fabric care.
Drying: Tumble dry on medium heat. Add wool dryer balls to keep down pillows fluffy.
Storage: Store spare bedding in a cool, dry place. Use breathable cotton storage bags rather than plastic.
Rotation: Like hotels do, rotate between two sets of sheets to extend their lifespan.
Professional Cleaning: For down pillows and duvets, consider professional cleaning annually to maintain their loft and freshness.
The Australian Advantage
Purchasing hotel bedding in Australia through retailers like Eleganté offers several benefits:
- No international shipping delays or costs
- Products suited to Australian climate conditions
- Local customer service and support
- Easy returns and exchanges if needed
- Australia-wide delivery to your home or office
Making the Investment: Is Hotel Bedding Worth It?
Quality sleep is invaluable, affecting everything from your mood to your productivity and health. When you consider that you spend approximately one-third of your life in bed, investing in hotel-quality bedding becomes a decision about your overall wellbeing.
The durability of hotel-grade products also makes them economically sensible. These items are designed to withstand daily use and frequent washing in commercial settings, meaning they’ll last significantly longer in your home than standard retail bedding.
Transform Your Bedroom Today
Creating a hotel-worthy bedroom isn’t just about luxury – it’s about giving yourself the gift of better sleep. With authentic hotel bedding now accessible through Australian retailers like Eleganté, you can stop dreaming about your next hotel stay and start enjoying 5-star comfort every night at home.
Whether you opt for individual pieces to upgrade your current setup or invest in a complete bedding bundle, the transformation in your sleep quality will be immediate and lasting. After all, if these products are trusted by the world’s leading hotels to satisfy their most discerning guests, imagine what they can do for your nightly rest.
Visit Eleganté’s bedding collection today and discover how easy it is to bring the luxury hotel experience home. With their range of InterContinental Hotels bedding, you’re not just buying sheets and pillows – you’re investing in the same sleep experience that travellers pay hundreds of dollars per night to enjoy. Now, that 5-star comfort can be yours every single night, in the comfort of your own home.
Sweet dreams await in your very own luxury hotel bed – no check-out time required.
