Swaddle Yourself in Softness With 13 of the Best Bathrobes

Warmth, coziness, comfort—these are things that a bathrobe can offer, whether you’re wearing it around the house or after a shower. With that said, not all bathrobes will swaddle you in softness or sop up moisture without weighing on you like a wet blanket. To find the best bathrobes, I consulted Katie Elks, designer director at Brooklinen for tips on choosing your ideal option.

Generally speaking, what you want is something made from materials like long-staple cotton fibers, or if you’re on a budget, microfiber or polyester that’s made to be just as soft and smooth as cotton. In selecting your ideal bathrobe, style also comes into play—and fortunately, there are many options you can choose from, ranging from plush terry cloth to lightweight options with a waffle weave, in solid hues and zany prints.

Whatever your choice, you’ll find a wide variety of options below—one of which is sure to suit your preferences and help you achieve peak coziness.

Best bathrobes, at a glance

• Best plush bathrobe: Brooklinen, Super-Plush Bathrobe, $84
• Best waffle-knit bathrobe: Parachute, Waffle Robe, $129
• Best budget: Amazon Essentials, Women’s Mid-Length Plush Robe, $35
• Best bathrobe made from organic fibers: Coyuchi, Unisex Cloud Loom Organic Robe, $178
• Best patterned bathrobe: Dusen Dusen, Field Stripe Bathrobe, $138
• Best patterned bathrobe, runner-up: Pleasing, The House Robe, $140
• Best customizable bathrobe: Pottery Barn, Plush Robe, $79
• Best bathrobe with a hood: Tekla, Terry Hooded Bathrobe, $265
• Best best wrap: Cozy Earth, Waffle Bath Wrap, $69

What to look for when shopping for a bathrobe

Material

When shopping for a bathrobe, you can choose from several materials. Many bathrobes are made from terry cloth, a thick material that is highly absorbent. It is commonly made from cotton, but it can also be made from polyester, silk, linen, or a blend of materials. Waffle-weave bathrobes are known to be absorbent and quick-drying, though they are usually coarser than terry cloth, and similarly they can be made from a variety of materials. However, according to Elks: “Shoppers should look for robes made with long-staple cotton because it creates an extra soft, durable, and absorbent robe.” Long-staple cotton fibers can include anything from Turkish to Egyptian cotton or pima cotton. Conversely, she recommends avoiding “poor, short-staple cotton as the multi-ply yarns will result in a coarse, rough-feeling fabric.

Additionally, “you can also look for fabric safety certifications such as Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex, which ensures your products are free of harmful chemicals,” says Elks. If you want a bathrobe made from organic materials, look for one with a certification from the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). For a budget-friendly option that is as soft and smooth as cotton, consider a bathrobe made from microfiber or polyester, though note that synthetic fibers or blends aren’t as breathable as natural fibers like cotton.

Style

Most bathrobes are marked by a roomy silhouette to provide comfort and ease of movement, and often a belt tie and pockets for added functionality. While most bathrobes will fall somewhere around the knees, you’ll also find options with shorter hemlines or longer ones that hit the mid-calf—keeping in mind that your height and leg length will determine how long a bathrobe is on you. Bathrobes also come in a multitude of styles, from classic solid colors to patterns like stripes, checks, and polka dots. In any case, the style you choose comes down to your personal preference.

Shop the best bathrobes

Best plush bathrobe: Brooklinen, Super-Plush Bathrobe — $84.00

Available sizes: XS-XL

The Brooklinen Super-Plush Bathrobe, as the name suggests, is luxuriously plush and soft—the type of bathrobe that is ideal for people for whom comfort and warmth is a top priority. The robe feels like a warm hug from the moment you cinch the belt around your waist, and it comes replete with pockets—perfect for storing your phone, TV remote, or other small items. Like Brooklinen’s best-selling Super-Plush Bath Towels, the bathrobe is made from soft and absorbent Turkish cotton that is Oeko-Tex certified, and it comes in a range of colors, including limited-edition shades.

Material: 100% Turkish cotton

Colors: 7 (with 3 limited-edition colors)

Pros:

• Oeko-Tex certified
• Many color options

Cons:

• Bulky

Best waffle-knit bathrobe: Parachute, Waffle Robe — $129.00

Available sizes: XS-XL

The Parachute Waffle Robe is the type of robe you would find at an upscale hotel or spa. It’s made using Oeko-Tex-certified Turkish cotton woven into a waffle texture, making it effective at absorbing up excess moisture without feeling overly heavy or bulky. The design features long sleeves and an adjustable waist tie, with a relaxed fit that is the epitome of the cozy comfort. Finally, its side pockets will keep your hands as warm as the rest of you. It’s available in three classic neutral colors—white, tan, and gray—that will seamlessly fit into most wardrobes.

Material: 100% Turkish cotton

Colors: 3

Pros:

• Oeko-Tex certified
• Lightweight and quick-drying waffle-knit weave

Cons:

• Only three color options

Best budget: Amazon Essentials, Women’s Mid-Length Plush Robe — $35.00

Available sizes: XS-6X

You don’t have to break the bank for a bathrobe. Case in point: This plush option from Amazon Essentials. It has amassed a 4.6-star overall rating after more than 3,500 reviews, and as many customers have attested, it’s impressively soft and comfortable. The robe is made from polyester, which is ideal for those who want something warm to wear when they’re lounging at home—keeping in mind that it won’t be as breathable as cotton. And, as with all the options on the list, it has a belt tie and side pockets, plus an interior waist tie to keep it secure. What’s more, it comes in a wide range of sizes and over a dozen colors.

Material: 100% polyester

Colors: 14

Pros:

• Wide size options
• Many color options

Cons:

• Polyester fabric isn’t as breathable as natural fabrics

Best bathrobe made from organic fibers: Coyuchi, Unisex Cloud Loom Organic Robe — $178.00

Available sizes: XS/S-L/XL

If you’re looking for a more sustainable bathrobe that’s still soft and absorbent, Coyuchi’s Cloud Loom Organic Robe is constructed out of GOTS-certified organic cotton. The robe equivalent of the brand’s Cloud Loom Towels. It’s made from long-staple cotton, and equipped with a belt tie and well-sized pockets, plus a shawl collar to add some pizzazz to its silhouette. The cut is very roomy and relaxed to promise utmost comfort while you cozy upon the couch to watch hours of TV or putter around the house. It’s available in six colors, ranging from classic neutrals to muted shades of blue, green, and pink.

Material: 100% organic cotton

Colors: 6

Pros:

• GOTS certified
• Unisex sizing

Cons:

• Pricey

Best patterned bathrobe: Dusen Dusen, Field Stripe Bathrobe — $138.00

Available sizes: XS-XL

Just looking at this multicolored striped bathrobe from Dusen Dusen is enough to give you a hit of dopamine—and wearing it will only compound the joy. The robe is made from Oeko-Tex certified terry cotton, and it comes replete with all the features of a classic bathrobe, including a belt tie and pockets. I own the version pictured above, but there are several other patterned options available, including checks and Yayoi Kusama-esque polka dots. If anything, the colors aren’t as vibrant in person as they appear online. Still, it’s a worthy option for those who want something that is equal parts fun and functional.

Material: 95% cotton terry, 5% polyamide

Colors: 1

Pros:

• Oeko-Tex certified
• Multiple patterned options

Cons:

• Colors are less vibrant in person than online

Best patterned bathrobe, runner-up: Pleasing, The House Robe — $140.00

Available sizes: S/M-XXL/3X

With its squiggle pattern, the Pleasing House Robe looks like it walked off the set of Lizzie McGuire. It’s made from terry cotton, and it’s incredibly plush—ideal for anyone that wants to feel like wrapping themselves in a warm blanket post-shower. What’s more, the GOTS-certified organic cotton material is produced in a Fair Trade Certified factory in Portugal to ensure you more peace of mind when you slip on the bathrobe. It has an oversize silhouette, with long sleeves, roomy pockets, and a belt tie, plus it comes in two color options and sizes ranging from small to 3X.

Material: 100% organic cotton

Colors: 2

Pros:

• GOTS certified
• Made in a Fair Trade certified factory
• Wide size options

Cons:

• Only two color options

Best customizable bathrobe: Pottery Barn, Plush Robe — $79.00

Originally $90, now $79

Available sizes: S-XL

If you’re looking for something that is plush but inexpensive, this Pottery Barn bathrobe has your name on it. The bathroom, made from soft and smooth polyester, comes in four sizes, with three colorways. You also have the option to personalize it with your monogram for an additional $15. Select from up to 13 styles and add up to three characters, and let the world know that this bathrobe is yours and yours alone. Plus, it can add some visual interest to the bathrobe’s otherwise simple and straightforward silhouette, which comes fitted with a shawl collar, a belt tie, and two pockets.

Material: 100% polyester

Colors: 3

Pros:

• Oeko-Tex certified
• Option to personalize with a monogram

Cons:

• Only three color options

Best bathrobe with a hood: Tekla, Terry Hooded Bathrobe — $265.00

Available sizes: XS-XL

This bathrobe from Copenhagen-based homewares brand is ideal for the cooler months or year-round cozy comfort. It’s made from an organic, Oeko-Tex-certified, heavyweight terry cotton that’s reminiscent of your warmest bath towel, and thanks to an oversize hood, it is one of the coziest options on the list. The bathrobe has a boxy, oversized silhouette with a shawl collar, complete with a long belt tie and large-size pockets. Tekla’s wide selection of color options ensures that’ll suit any style preference; it comes in striped and in solid hues, like blue, magenta, and teal green.

Material: 100% cotton

Colors: 15

Pros:

• Oeko-Tex certified
• Has a hood
• Many color options

Cons:

• Pricey

Best best wrap: Cozy Earth, Waffle Bath Wrap — $69.00

Available sizes: XS/S-XL/2X

Much like your standard bath towel, the Cozy Earth Waffle Bath Wrap is designed to soak up excess moisture from your body, but it’s made with features to keep it securely in place—namely, an elastic back and an adjustable Velcro closure above the bust line. It doesn’t offer as much coverage as your typical bathrobe, but this might come as a welcome option for those who want something lightweight and breathable—and it is, indeed, breathable. It’s made from an airy cotton-bamboo blend with a waffle-knit weave on one side and absorbent terry cloth on the other, and as a bonus, it has pockets.

Material: 60% cotton, 40% bamboo viscose

Colors: 3

Pros:

• Wide size options
• Has pockets

Cons:

• Only comes in three colors

More bathrobes worth shopping

Barefoot Dreams, CozyChic Heathered Ombre Robe — $182.00

Available sizes: S-XL

This Barefoot Dreams bathrobe has won over Well+Good contributor Bridget Mallon. Mallon previously wrote, “The robe was just so soft and yes, so cozy. One touch and I could imagine a lifetime of wrapping myself up in it and lazing about in slow Sunday mornings.” The bathrobe is made of a polyester material, and it has an oversize (read: comfortable) fit with stylish details, like a white and gray ombré pattern and a shawl collar, with functional front pockets and a belt tie. If anything, it only comes in sizes small to large, and in one color option (pictured above).

Material: 100% polyester

Colors: 1

Pros:

• Made from soft and smooth polyester material
• Durable

Cons:

• Limited sizing
• Only one color option

Onsen, Waffle Bath Robe — $195.00

Available sizes: S-L

This is essentially the bathrobe version of Onsen’s popular—and W+G-beloved—waffle-knit towels. Its honeycomb pattern means that it’s lightweight and quick-drying, while the hood ensures the optimal amount of warmth while you are drying off post-shower. The bathrobe is made from Oeko-Tex-certifed Supima cotton, and it has a silhouette with plenty of wiggle room. To keep it functional, it has a belt tie and pockets that can carry your phone, snacks, small items, or all of the aforementioned at once. You can shop it in five colorways, and three unisex sizes (small to large).

Material: 100% Supima cotton

Colors: 5

Pros:

• Oeko-Tex certified
• Has a hood
• Made with lightweight waffle-knit weave

Cons:

• Limited sizing

Quince, Luxe Turkish Cotton Bath Robe — $55.00

Available sizes: S-L

For a basic but high-quality robe that costs just under $55, you can’t beat this robe from Well+Good-vetted brand Quince, which is known for creating everyday clothing at affordable prices. This robe is no exception; it calls to mind an upscale spa—and once you wrap yourself in it after a long, hot shower, you’re promised instant relaxation. (Cue the “ahhhs.”) The bathrobe is constructed from soft and smooth long-staple Turkish cotton that is Oeko-Tex certified, and it’s finished with a belt tie and roomy side pockets. A tradeoff: It only comes in sizes small to large—and a single color (white).

Material: 100% Turkish cotton

Colors: 1

Pros:

• Oeko-Tex certified
• Inexpensive

Cons:

• Limited sizing
• Only one color option

Slowtide, Baja Stripe Fouta Changing Poncho — $90.00

Available sizes: S/M-L/XL

The Slowtide changing poncho is made for changing out of a swimsuit or sweaty clothes while outdoors, but it can work as well as a home robe. The poncho is made from Oeko-Tex-certified terry cotton for quickly drying off and a large kangaroo pocket with an internal compartment that allows access to your suit or clothes underneath, so you can remove your garb without flashing passersby. Its very large double-layer cotton hood also keeps you cozy and can protect your face from the elements while you’re outdoors. Shop it in the striped pick feature above, or among several other options on Slowtide’s website.

Material: 100% cotton

Colors: 1

Pros:

• Oeko-Tex certified
• Ideal for outdoor use
• Internal pocket allows for easy changing

Cons:

• Might be too long for some individuals