How to Pick the Perfect Bed as a Christmas Gift

Socks, chocolates and gadgets are great stocking fillers, but if you really want to deliver a true wow moment on Christmas morning, nothing compares to the excitement of revealing a brand-new bed.

More parents and families are choosing to gift furniture at Christmas, not only because it’s practical, but because for a child or teen, a cool new bed isn’t just furniture—it’s a personal space where imagination, comfort and independence begin.

But buying a bed as a surprise gift requires more thought than grabbing a toy off the shelf. Here is the complete Rest Relax guide to choosing the perfect bed for your loved ones this festive season.

For the Dreamers: Bunk Beds and Mid Sleepers

For little ones, a bed is more than a mattress—it’s a pirate ship, a fairy tower or a rocket launchpad. If you're shopping for siblings or simply maximising space in a smaller bedroom, bunk beds and mid sleepers are a magical Christmas choice.

The Best Pick: The Noomi range (FSC-Certified for sustainable peace of mind)
Why they’ll love it: It turns everyday bedtime into a fun adventure.
Why you’ll love it: Many styles feature built-in storage or pull-out trundles—perfect for hiding away Christmas toys, games and books.

For the Gamers: The Ultimate Setup

If you have a teenager who eats, sleeps and breathes gaming, a standard single bed won’t make an impression. A gaming bed or a high-performance gaming desk, however, will land you firmly in the category of best gift-giver ever.

The Best Pick: A high sleeper gaming bed with desk space underneath or the Warrior Gaming Desk for the full setup.
Why they’ll love it: LED lighting, smart cable routing and room for multiple screens create a full battle-station feel.
Why you’ll love it: Everything stays organised, tidy and off the floor.

For the Holiday Hosts: Guest Beds

Sometimes the best Christmas gift is one the whole household benefits from. If family is staying over during the holidays, skip the air mattress panic and think practically.

The Best Pick: A trundle bed, such as a wooden or Bedmaster design.
The Benefit: It functions as a regular single bed but has a pull-out bed underneath—ideal for visiting relatives, sleepovers and last-minute guests. When January arrives, it slides neatly away.

Three Tips for Pulling Off the Big Surprise

Buying the bed is the fun part—the real challenge is keeping it a secret. A little planning ensures Christmas morning goes exactly how you imagine it.

1. Timing Matters: Order Early

Furniture delivery requires more organisation than your average online parcel. Order in advance to ensure the bed arrives with enough time to assemble before Christmas Eve.

Don’t forget the mattress—bunk beds in particular often require specific depth requirements for safety.

2. The Santa Build or the Wrapped Reveal?

You have two brilliant ways to surprise them:

The Reveal: Build the bed in secret while they are asleep or out of the house. Wrap the bedroom door or hang a bow on the frame for a cinematic moment.

The Wrapped Box: If stealth-building isn’t realistic, wrap a picture of the bed—or even one slat—and promise a fun Boxing Day Build together.

3. Spread the Cost of Christmas

Big gifts don’t have to mean big stress. With Klarna and Clearpay, you can secure the perfect Christmas bed today and spread the cost across the months. Shop smart, budget comfortably, surprise beautifully.

Make This Christmas Unforgettable

Nothing says “I love you” like a place to dream, rest and grow. Whether it’s a space-saving bunk bed, a high-tech gaming setup or a versatile guest bed for the holidays, the perfect gift is waiting.

Choose comfort. Choose excitement. Choose a Christmas morning they’ll never forget.