Many people sleep better in hotels than they do at home. According to experts, it’s not just the extra-plush pillows that are helping you rest easier. The real reason hotel sleep hits different is due to psychological distance from daily stressors and responsibilities, as well as the ideal sleep environment created by hotels.

Creating a Sleep-Friendly Environment

Hotels create an ideal sleep environment by being dark, cool, and quiet. This can be replicated at home by using blackout curtains, setting the thermostat to a cooler temperature, and reducing noise levels. A hotel room’s minimalist, uncluttered design also reduces mental stimulation and promotes relaxation.

Experts recommend removing paperwork, laundry piles, and other reminders of unfinished tasks from the bedroom to create a calm and uncluttered space. They also suggest keeping laptops and other reminders of work out of the bedroom and avoiding using your phone in bed.

Replicating Hotel Sleep at Home

To replicate hotel sleep at home, consider investing in blackout curtains, a comfortable mattress, and breathable bedding. Keep the bedroom cool, quiet, and dark, and establish a deliberate wind-down routine before bed to help establish psychological boundaries.

Original reporting: Las Cruces Sun News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.