Camping beds come in all shapes and sizes. Some are large and roomy enough to comfortably sleep two people, while others are more compact and only meant for one camper. Camping beds also vary in terms of how much space they take up. Some can be easily packed away into a small car, while others may require a larger vehicle or even a trailer.
Camping beds come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, each designed to meet the specific needs of campers. When choosing a camping bed, the first thing to consider is how much space you need. If you plan on sharing the bed with a partner, then you'll need a larger bed. Camping beds also come in different heights. Some have low sides that are great for little ones, while others have high sides that offer more privacy.
This is probably the most important factor to consider when deciding what type of camping bedding to choose. If you are getting cozy in a single-person tent well you are certainly not going to be purchasing a queen self-inflating mattress. If however, your tent has a separate sleeping compartment then you could be able to fit a double or queen-sized bed in your tent.
If your camping trips are usually for a short period of time or you move about frequently (backpacking for example) then you are going to want a camping bed that is easy to set up and put away. Plus you will want a camping bed that takes up little storage space. A self-inflating camping bed such as the Weisshorn Self Inflating Mattress Sleeping Mat easily rolls up for easy transportation and storage, comes with a carry bag and is ideal for year-round camping.
If you are camping in colder climates, you may want to consider camping bedding fabric that has a higher denier for warmth. If your camping climate is warm and humid, you'll need to make sure your material breathes and is light, for example, polycotton or nylon.
If you are camping for long stays and/or perhaps sharing the camping bed with a partner, compromising on quality and comfortability is a bad idea. A good night's sleep sets you up for the big day of activities ahead.
If comfortability is important for you, then we recommend you consider good quality camping beds such as self-inflating double beds with the addition of comfortable pillows and sleeping bags for warmth. If you are staying for short periods of time and comfortability isn't as much of a priority as cost value, then we suggest you browse camping stretcher beds or manual air beds for something in between.
Having the right camping bedding quilts, sheets, doonas, pillows, etc adds plenty of comfort to your night's sleep. There isn't much point have a great quality camping bed if you have a terrible pillow or are too cold at night. Consider purchasing an extra quilt or blanket and a camping pillow that you like.