The Newest Hotel Feature? Enhanced Sleep Quality

At the Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa, a wellness destination in France’s Champagne region, the turn-down staff doesn’t just close the curtains and place slippers by the bed; for select guests, they also spray a soothing mist in the air, set up a Morphée box (a small speaker for guided meditation), prepare a homemade herbal tea, and place a satin sleep mask and melatonin drops next to the chocolates on the pillow.

This ritual is part of the hotel’s Royal Sleep Experience, a program introduced in spring 2022 aimed at helping travelers, especially those suffering from jet lag, enhance their sleep. The Royal Sleep Experience reflects a renewed commitment at the hotel to ensure guests enjoy restorative rest during their stay. For Vincent Parinaud, the hotel’s general manager, it’s a return to the essence of hospitality.

“Sleep is the cornerstone of the hotel industry,” Parinaud states, noting that the initiative was developed because “a restful night is crucial for overall health and wellness.”

While the Royal Champagne’s offerings are undeniably enchanting, it’s not the only hotel brand implementing strategies for quality sleep; in fact, it’s part of a growing trend among hotels worldwide creating revitalizing sleep programs for their patrons.

Bob van den Oord, regional vice president of Langham Hospitality Group, which launched sleep initiatives at over 30 Langham hotels globally in 2022, states, “Our sleep program was intentionally crafted to improve the wellness of our guests by introducing new rituals and habits they can continue to use long after their stay.”

The CDC reports that over a third of American adults aren’t getting enough sleep. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends at least seven hours each night for optimal health—insufficient sleep is linked to a higher risk of chronic issues, from high blood pressure to increased mental distress. Recent studies have highlighted the significance of sleep, especially following a pandemic that left many struggling for quality rest. According to the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, 40 percent of adults experienced a decline in sleep quality. If you’re among the many who suffer from chronic sleep issues, finding accommodations that prioritize restful sleep could be greatly beneficial.

Whether you seek a few additional sleep aids by your bedside or an immersive multi-day experience focused on relaxation, we’ve curated a selection of the finest sleep programs worldwide for your next vacation—so you can truly feel rejuvenated afterward.

The Langham Chicago

When the Langham brand chose to enhance its sleep wellness offerings, it collaborated with the World Sleep Society, a nonprofit organization committed to promoting sleep health. At the Chicago location, they introduced the Sweet Dreams Menu, allowing guests to order a variety of wellness items for their stay, including weighted blankets, an assortment of pillows (including one infused with lavender), white noise sleep machines, CBD treats, and a special edition of the World Sleep Society Healthier Sleep Magazine for bedtime reading. Guests can also enjoy the Chuan Spa during the day, which provides sleep-centric treatments such as massages and auricular ear therapy. This service is not included in the Sweet Dreams Menu, but it aims to improve guests’ sleep quality.

Lake Nona Wave Hotel

This Orlando hotel, which opened in December 2021, aims to help travelers optimize their sleep with its five innovative Well+ech rooms. This specialized room category is designed to enhance sleep quality, featuring the AI-powered Restorative Bed by Bryte (equipped with 90 intelligent cushions that detect and alleviate pressure points), a snoring aid from SleepScore, View Smart Windows that adjust tint throughout the day and night to signal when it’s time to sleep, and a Sound + Sleep SE Sleep Sound Machine.

The Cadogan, a Belmond Hotel

In 2021, the Cadogan in London’s Chelsea district appointed Malminder Gill, a hypnotherapist and sleep specialist, as its sleep concierge to assist guests in achieving deeper rest. Each guest room features a meditation recording accessible via an iPad app, where Gill’s voice blends with calming ambient sounds to guide travelers into restful sleep. Guests can also request weighted blankets, a selection of pillows, bedtime tea (crafted by Gill), and a soothing pillow mist to enhance their nighttime relaxation.

Six Senses Douro Valley

For those aiming to truly reset their sleep, many Six Senses locations provide immersive multi-night programs designed to help establish a solid rest routine, which they claim will ultimately enhance sleep patterns and replenish energy levels. At the Douro Valley location in Portugal, guests can focus on refining their sleep habits while enjoying tastings in the renowned wine region. Sleep patterns are tracked through specialized technology in the beds, and after two nights, a Six Senses sleep doctor reviews the data and offers insights. (The program is available as a three-, five-, or seven-night stay.) Guests also enjoy a daily 90-minute spa treatment, a personalized one-hour fitness or wellness activity each day (such as yoga or meditation), and guidance on nutrition for better sleep.

The Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa

To foster a better night’s sleep, this wellness-oriented hotel in the Champagne region of France has teamed up with French beauty brand Aime to create an experience that encourages guests to establish a bedtime routine. In addition to in-room amenities (such as melatonin drops and a satin eye mask), the package includes a specially curated sleep-friendly menu at the hotel’s Le Bellevue restaurant (featuring a unique “Sleeping Beauty” mocktail) and a candle massage designed to enhance sleep quality. Even guests not booking the package will find comfort, as each room is fitted with blackout curtains, soundproof walls, and a luxurious soaking tub. Given the hotel’s location in a renowned champagne region, the in-room phone also has a “Champagne, please!” button, which summons a trolley with a selection of locally sourced champagnes for a nightcap to enjoy on your private balcony overlooking the vineyards.

Miraval Arizona

Leah Ann Bolen, the resident sleep & dream expert at Miraval Arizona, offers various techniques for travelers seeking rejuvenation. Bolen conducts a range of lectures and meditation sessions aimed at helping guests at the Tucson resort feel refreshed and well-rested. She also facilitates several workshops, including one titled “Awakening the Dream,” designed to assist guests in “enhancing, recalling, and connecting with dreams for insight and inspiration.” Bolen asserts that this will positively impact guests’ overall well-being.

The Benjamin

Regardless of your preferred sleeping position—whether you rest on your stomach, back, or snuggle with a partner—The Benjamin in New York City’s Midtown East has the perfect pillow for you. The hotel’s Rest & Renew program features a specialized pillow menu, allowing guests to select the pillow that meets their specific sleep requirements. Options include an anti-snore pillow (designed to reduce snoring by lifting the chin) for back sleepers, a water-filled pillow ideal for stomach sleepers, and one with ultra-thin speakers for a calming audio experience tailored for stomach sleepers. The hotel also provides sleep masks, earplugs, blackout curtains, noise machines, and a library of lullaby music.

Anantara Peace Haven, Tangalle Resort

Sri Lanka has deep-rooted Ayurvedic traditions aimed at naturally enhancing well-being. The Anantara Peace Haven guides sleep-challenged guests through these traditions via a holistic experience. The five-day program begins with a consultation from the resort’s resident Ayurveda doctor, who designs a personalized plan for sleep, diet, and exercise. Throughout their stay, guests partake in nature walks, tailored yoga sessions, and a variety of inclusive spa treatments, including massages and acupuncture. At night, guests experience a technology blackout, disconnecting from devices and electronics, allowing them to indulge in a Slumber Guru ritual, which features an aromatherapy bath, free from distractions.

Carmel Valley Ranch

Nestled on 500 acres with vineyards, gardens, and stunning views of the Santa Lucia Mountains, Carmel Valley Ranch in Carmel, California, offers a serene environment. The retreat enhances relaxation with its in-house hypnotherapist, who designs sleep-centered treatments for guests. During the Hypno-Health: Wellness for Mind & Spirit program, Dr. Bee Epstein-Shepherd conducts personalized sessions teaching self-hypnosis techniques. Don't worry about forgetting; she provides a recording of the session so you can continue your practice at home.

Hotel Figueroa

Counting sheep is a breeze in Hotel Figueroa’s Rest & Recovery Suite, affectionately dubbed your “den of zen.” This trendy hotel in downtown Los Angeles presents highly tailored sleep packages. A week before your stay, you'll be invited to select a fully customized pillow tailored to your firmness preferences, typical sleeping position, and body weight. Upon arrival, your new pillow awaits you on your Eight Sleep smart mattress, which adjusts its temperature overnight for optimal comfort and tracks your sleep using sensors. In the morning, enjoy a health supplement shake and use the in-room massage gun to ease muscle tension.

The Lotte New York Palace

While situated in the city that never sleeps, the Lotte New York Palace’s Hästens Ultimate Sleep Suite promises a restful night. The main bedroom, along with a guest room featuring two queen beds, showcases the ultimate in sleep luxury: the Hästens Vividus bed. Priced at $300,000 each, it requires about 350 hours to craft, with only a handful of qualified artisans able to create it. Guests also receive custom Hästens pajamas and slippers made to fit their sizes. This luxurious suite is perched 43 stories high in Midtown Manhattan.

Castle Hot Springs

For those eager to enhance their sleep wellness, Castle Hot Springs in Arizona offers immersive Sleep Retreats throughout the year, with the next scheduled for May 18–21, 2023. This four-day program features sleep lectures by renowned researcher and author Dr. Rebecca Robbins, who guides guests in understanding their individual sleep patterns. Attendees will also learn how to monitor their sleep, identifying obstacles to rest at home and discovering methods to overcome them. Plus, daily activities like stand-up paddleboard yoga, hiking, archery, and pickleball—along with the state’s first via ferrata—are sure to wear out guests for a better night's sleep.

This article was originally published in 2022 and has been updated with the latest information.