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GhostBed
GhostBed Luxe
The coolest bed in the world with 7 layers of comfort
Warranty
25 years
Trial Period
101 nights
Shipping
Free shipping
Height
13 inches
GhostBed Luxe Overview
The GhostBed Luxe features 7 layers of cooling technology with Ghost Ice Fabric for the coldest-sleeping memory foam experience. Our thermal testing confirmed industry-leading cooling performance paired with plush pressure relief.
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Our Verdict
GhostBed Luxe is engineered with Ghost Ice Fabric and 7 layers of cooling technology. It's one of the coldest-sleeping mattresses we've tested, making it ideal for hot sleepers who love memory foam.
Our Hands-On Experience
GhostBed Luxe takes cooling seriously with 7 layers of cooling technology. The Ghost Ice Fabric cover feels genuinely cold to the touch — not just 'cool,' but actually cold. It's a phase-change material that absorbs body heat and feels refreshing even on warm nights.
The 25-year warranty is one of the longest in the industry, showing confidence in durability. During my 30-night test, the foam maintained its structure well with no noticeable body impressions forming. The 101-night trial is average — I'd prefer longer given the $1,295 price.
The memory foam construction provides excellent motion isolation and deep pressure relief for side sleepers. However, the soft feel (5.5/10) means stomach sleepers may experience some hip sinkage. The all-foam design also means less edge support than hybrid competitors.
Overall, the GhostBed Luxe earns its 'coolest mattress' designation honestly. If temperature regulation is your primary concern and you prefer memory foam feel, this should be at the top of your list.
Ratings Breakdown
How we score (1–10 rubric) →Lab Test Results — GhostBed Luxe
Tested Oct 3, 2025 · DH/KW · Scoring v2.1Median of 3 trials. 68°F climate-controlled lab. Raw measurements published for verification.
| Metric | Result | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling — surface temp rise | 3.0°F | Good |
| Motion transfer | 0.13 g | Good |
| Edge sinkage | 1.80" | Excellent |
| Response time | 0.5 sec | Excellent |
| Pressure relief — shoulder | 33 mmHg | Good |
| Off-gassing | 2 days | Good |
| Bounce response | 59% | Reference |
| Lumbar sinkage | 1.9" | Reference |
| 8-yr durability simulation | Pass | Excellent |
Firmness Level
Medium (5.5/10)
What We Love
- Industry-leading cooling technology
- Ghost Ice Fabric stays cold to touch
- 7 layers of premium materials
- 25-year warranty
- Excellent pressure relief
What Could Be Better
- Premium price point
- May be too soft for stomach sleepers
- Heavy mattress
Best For
- Hot sleepers who run warm
- Side sleepers
- Those who love memory foam feel
- Couples
Not Ideal For
- Stomach sleepers
- Those who prefer firm mattresses
- Budget shoppers
Mattress Construction
Ghost Ice Fabric
Cool-to-touch surface technology
Ghost Ice Layer
1" cooling gel layer
Ghost Bounce Layer
2" responsive foam
Gel Memory Foam
2" pressure-relieving foam
Support Core
7.5" high-density base
Sleep Position Analysis
Side Sleepers
At 5.5/10 firmness, the GhostBed Luxe works well for average-weight side sleepers (130-230 lbs). Lighter side sleepers may want to consider a softer option for better shoulder cushioning, while heavier side sleepers will appreciate the balanced support.
Back Sleepers
Back sleepers will find the GhostBed Luxe's 5.5/10 firmness ideal for maintaining proper spinal alignment. The support system keeps hips from sinking too deep while allowing natural lumbar curvature. Our back-sleeping testers rated this 8.7/10 for support.
Stomach Sleepers
At 5.5/10 firmness, the GhostBed Luxe may be too soft for stomach sleepers. The comfort layers allow hip sinkage that can hyperextend the lower back, leading to morning pain. Stomach sleepers should consider a firmer option (7+ on our scale).
Combination Sleepers
The GhostBed Luxe's memory foam construction contours to each sleep position but may resist quick position changes. Memory foam's slower response can make combination sleepers feel briefly "stuck" when transitioning. If you change positions frequently, consider a hybrid alternative.
What People Cross-Shop Against the GhostBed Luxe
The five beds closest to the GhostBed Luxe on price, firmness and build in our lab data — and the one thing each does differently. Scores are out of 10 on our published rubric.
Loom & Leaf gives more lumbar support (9.0 vs 8.7).
Amerisleep AS3 is better value for money (9.0 vs 8.6).
$346 cheaper, but the GhostBed Luxe scores higher on every axis — value is the closest call (8.6 vs 8.3).
Novosbed Memory Foam Mattress isolates motion better (9.7 vs 8.9).
Brentwood Home Oceano should last longer (9.3 vs 8.8).
Want a different pairing? Build your own in the side-by-side comparison tool or browse the full sortable rankings.
GhostBed Luxe Price Tracker: When It's Cheapest
Queen pricing. List price $2,095, currently advertised at $1,295 (38% off).
Worth waiting if you can. The GhostBed Luxe typically drops to around $1,150–$1,465 around Black Friday (Mid-late November), roughly $145 below today's price. If your current mattress is unusable, buy now — the difference is not worth months of bad sleep.
| Sale event | Window | Typical off list | Estimated queen price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presidents' Day | Mid-February | 20–35% | $1,360–$1,675 | First real sale of the year. Good depth, thin inventory on new models. |
| Memorial Day | Late May | 25–40% | $1,255–$1,570 | One of the two deepest events of the year and the best spring window. |
| Fourth of July | Late June – July 4 | 20–35% | $1,360–$1,675 | Similar depth to Presidents' Day, usually with better bedding bundles. |
| Labor Day | Late August – early September | 25–40% | $1,255–$1,570 | Model-year clearance. Best time to buy last season's flagship. |
| Black Friday | Mid-late November | 30–45% | $1,150–$1,465 | Deepest discounts of the year on most brands, plus the best free-bundle value. |
| Cyber Monday | Monday after Thanksgiving | 30–45% | $1,150–$1,465 | Usually identical pricing to Black Friday; occasionally $50–100 deeper online. |
How to read this: the list and current prices are the GhostBed advertised figures at our last check. The event columns are the discount depths this category has typically run at, applied to this model's list price — they are estimates for planning, not a recorded price log for this exact SKU. Always confirm the live price before buying. See our best time to buy a mattress guide and current mattress deals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Customer Reviews
Finally sleeping cool!
I've tried so many 'cooling' mattresses that didn't work. This one actually feels cold when you get in bed.
Quick Specs
- Type
- Memory Foam
- Firmness
- Medium
- Height
- 13 inches
- Trial
- 101 nights
- Warranty
- 25 years
How We Tested the GhostBed Luxe
Every mattress we review goes through our rigorous, multi-step evaluation process. Here's exactly how we arrived at our scores for the GhostBed GhostBed Luxe.
Panel Testing
Each mattress is tested by a diverse panel of 5+ sleepers spanning different body types (120–280 lbs), sleep positions, and preferences over a minimum of 14 nights.
Pressure Mapping
We use clinical-grade pressure mapping technology to measure how weight distributes across the surface in side, back, and stomach sleeping positions.
Temperature Testing
Surface temperature is tracked with thermal sensors across 8 hours of sleep to quantify cooling performance under controlled conditions (72°F room, standard bedding).
Edge & Motion Isolation
We measure edge deflection under 75-lb and 150-lb loads, and use a seismograph-style test to measure motion transfer from a standardized drop at multiple distances.
Durability Simulation
Our hydraulic roller applies 30,000 cycles of pressure to simulate 8–10 years of nightly use. We re-test firmness and support metrics post-simulation to project long-term performance.
Value Assessment
Final scores weigh materials quality, certifications (CertiPUR-US, GOTS, OEKO-TEX), warranty terms, and real-world pricing against comparable products in the category.
Editorial independence: Our testing lab operates independently from our affiliate partnerships. Brands cannot pay for higher scores or influence our methodology. Read our full editorial policy and detailed testing methodology.
Owner Reviews
Real opinions from GhostBed Luxe owners. 0 reviews
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More on GhostBed and its closest rivals
Brand-level context for this review: GhostBed's construction philosophy, pricing bands, trial and warranty terms, plus the competitors we cross-shopped it against.
- GhostBed review & brand guideFamily-owned cooling specialists with 20+ years of foam manufacturing behind them.Queen $849–$2,495 · 101-night trial
- Nectar review & brand guideAffordable memory foam with the industry's longest trial period.Queen $699–$1,899 · 365-night home trial (industry-best)
- Casper review & brand guideThe original direct-to-consumer mattress brand.Queen $1,295–$3,795 · 100-night trial
- Puffy review & brand guideCloud-soft memory foam with a lifetime warranty and a 101-night trial.Queen $1,049–$2,999 · 101-night trial
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