Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers

Side sleeping is the most common sleep position in Australia, and it places unique demands on a mattress. Your hip and shoulder are the two main contact points, so the mattress needs to allow them to sink in enough to keep your spine straight, while still supporting your lumbar region.

For most side sleepers, that means a medium to medium-soft mattress with pressure-relieving foam layers over a supportive spring system. Too firm and you'll wake with hip and shoulder pain; too soft and your spine will sag out of alignment.

Our top picks for side sleepers include the Yinahla Classic Comfort (Best Back Care winner), Yinahla Visco Flex (NASA memory foam), Morrison Peaceful (premium pillow-top), and the Domino Plush range. Read our full mattress buying guide or visit our Sydney showrooms to try them in person.