GhostBed Natural Mattress Review

Is the GhostBed Natural Mattress for You?

Who’s Going to Love the GhostBed Natural Mattress

• Combination sleepers
• Hot sleepers
• Eco-conscious shoppers

Who Should Steer Clear of the GhostBed Natural Mattress

• Budget-conscious shoppers—for natural mattresses with more budget-friendly pricing, check out Joybed mattresses, and for a latex hybrid mattress with lower price points, see the Avocado Green mattress.
• People who want to sink into their mattress—for an all-natural mattress with a more plush feel, consider the Luxury Plush side of the Zenhaven mattress.
• Lightweight side sleepers—the medium version of the Plushbeds Natural Bliss mattress will offer lightweight side sleepers more pressure relief.

GhostBed Natural Mattress Firmness and Feel

GhostBed Natural Mattress Firmness

The Mattress Nerd firmness scale ranges from 1–10, with 10 being the firmest. The GhostBed Natural is a 6.5/10 on this scale, which is medium-firm. This firmness typically works best for the average stomach and back sleeper, but I’ll get into more detail about sleeping positions below.

What Does GhostBed Natural Feel Like? 

When it comes to feel, this bed is super bouncy and supportive thanks to the latex and coil combination. The top layer of latex foam also has a cushioning feel, so you feel cradled by the bed without sinking into its layers.

Which Sleeping Position Is the GhostBed Natural Best For?

Body Type:	BACK SLEEPERS	STOMACH SLEEPERS	SIDE SLEEPERS
Lightweight (< 130 lbs):	5	5	3
Average-weight (130–230 lbs):	5	4	4
Heavyweight (> 230 lbs):	4	3	4

1 = Very poor, 2 = Not good, 3 = Fair, 4 = Good, 5 = Excellent

Back Sleepers

Back sleeping is the easiest position to accommodate because it’s the healthiest position for your posture and spine. Lightweight, average-weight, and heavyweight back sleepers should find that the GhostBed Natural hugs the spine and keeps you supported. For more beds that work for those that sleep on their backs, check out the best mattresses for back sleepers.

Side Sleepers

The best mattresses for side sleepers are beds that keep the spine straight from the base of the neck to your tailbone and keep pressure off of your sensitive joints. The GhostBed Natural has great alignment and the latex foam relieves pressure from the hips and shoulders of average-weight and heavyweight body types. Lightweight side sleepers may experience some pressure issues.

Stomach Sleepers 

Stomach sleepers need a mattress that keeps the hips from sinking down and throwing off spinal alignment. Stomach sleepers tend to be better off with a firm mattress, but the GhostBed Natural is on the firmer side of medium-firm, so it should work well for lightweight and average-weight stomach sleepers. Heavyweight stomach sleepers should look for something firmer, perhaps something from our list of the best mattresses for stomach sleepers.

Combination Sleepers 

When searching for the best mattress for combination sleepers, the primary thing you should look for is a bed’s responsiveness—AKA, how easy it is to move on the surface of the bed. The latex and innerspring combination helps this bed propel you to the next position, no matter your body weight.

GhostBed Natural Mattress Performance

Is The GhostBed Natural Mattress Cooling? 

The GhostBed Natural embodies temperature-neutral very well. Latex is a naturally cool material, plus the latex foam in the GhostBed Natural has holes poked through for breathability. Then, those layers are followed by breathable pocketed coils, which equates to tons of airflow in this mattress. For more options like the GhostBed Natural, see our list of the best cooling mattresses.

Edge Support

Edge support is important for couples who need space from each other, people who like to sleep along the sides of the bed, and those with mobility issues (because they can use the edge of the bed to get in and out). The great thing about the GhostBed Natural is that the coils around the edges are reinforced. This makes for really solid edge support all around the perimeter.

Responsiveness

Responsiveness refers to how easy it is to move around the surface of the mattress. Latex foam is naturally bouncy and responsive, and so is the coil support core. You see where I’m going with this: the GhostBed Natural is super responsive, so much so that we gave it a 5/5 in our ease of movement test.

Motion Isolation: Is it good for those who share a bed?

Though latex foam is very bouncy, it also works to help keep motion transfer at bay. This means if you sleep with a partner who tosses and turns or has an affinity for getting up for midnight snacks, you shouldn’t feel too much of their movements on this mattress.

Related: Best Mattresses for Couples

Noise

The coils inside the GhostBed Natural are pretty much silent. If you experience any noise moving around on this bed, it could be your foundation instead of your mattress.

Pain Relief

The contouring latex foam in the GhostBed Natural helps keep joint pain at bay by evenly distributing your weight across the mattress, so it doesn’t build up at your pressure points. This is important for people who have hip or shoulder pain. We did see some pressure in the hips of lightweight side sleepers, so that is something to be aware of.

When it comes to lower back pain, it shouldn’t be an issue either thanks to the GhostBed Natural’s ability to keep the spine aligned.

Related: Best Mattresses for Back Pain

Sex

There are two big factors in a good mattress for sex: responsiveness and durability. We’ve already covered that this bed is bouncy and responsive, and this mattress is also built to last. 

As an extra plus, this mattress is very breathable, so you and your partner’s body heat shouldn’t build up too much during sex.

Off-Gassing

If you’re not familiar, off-gassing refers to the cleaning-product smell a mattress may emit after unboxing. Natural and organic mattresses usually don’t off-gas as strongly as beds that use other kinds of foam, and that was true in the case of the GhostBed Natural.

Durability

It’s pretty clear that a mattress is a long-term investment, so you want a new mattress that will last for years to come. Luckily for you, latex and coils are two of the most durable mattress materials around. This, paired with Nature’s Sleep’s 25-year warranty, means the GhostBed Natural should last you for at least a decade.

GhostBed Natural Mattress Construction: What’s it made of?

The GhostBed Natural mattress uses four high-quality natural and organic layers, plus a mattress cover made with organic cotton. Here, I’ll break down each layer and tell you what that means for mattress performance.

Layer #1—Organic Cotton Cover: The cover of this mattress is made from organic cotton and free from chemicals and toxins.

Layer #2—Natural Wool: The wool in this mattress has two purposes: to evenly disperse body heat and to act as a fire barrier.

Layer #3—Natural Talalay Latex: Here we have the primary comfort layer: latex foam. The Talalay latex layer is softer and better at regulating temperature than Dunlop latex. This helps you stay supported on the mattress without sinking down. For more information on the differences between types of latex, check out our Dunlop vs. Talalay Latex article.

Layer #4—Individually Wrapped Coils: The primary support layer of the GhostBed Natural has pocketed coils that help with motion isolation, breathability, and durability.

Layer #5—Dunlop Latex Base Layer: The bottom layer of support foam gives the coils a firm surface to rest on, which keeps them from breaking down.

How Much Does the GhostBed Natural Mattress Cost?

Mattress Size	Price	Dimensions	Height	Weight
Twin	$1,395	39″ x 75″	12″	58 lbs
Twin XL	$1,750	38″ x 80″	12″	62 lbs
Full	$1,870	54″ x 75″	12″	78 lbs
Queen	$1,945	60″ x 80″	12″	89 lbs
King	$2,395	76″ x 80″	12″	112 lbs
California King	$2,425	72″ x 84″	12″	112 lbs
Split King	$3,500	76″ x 80″	12″	124 lbs

To get a good discount on the GhostBed Natural, check out the GhostBed mattress coupons.

How Do the Policies Measure Up?

Shipping & Unboxing

Because GhostBed mattresses are made in the U.S., shipping is free (except for Alaska and Hawaii) and you should receive your new bed within two to five business days of ordering. White glove delivery is offered for an additional fee. This includes unboxing, setup, and removal of your old mattress.

The GhostBed Natural arrives at your door as a bed in a box. It took our team just under two minutes to unbox the mattress. This bed was super heavy, so make sure to tap a partner before trying to get it out of the box.

Warranty

GhostBed’s mattress warranty for the Natural is 25 years long and only applies to the original purchaser. It covers body indentions deeper than 1” and any defects that aren’t from misuse or mishandling.

During the first 10 years, GhostBed will cover any replacement or repair costs; during the second 10 years, they’ll charge a prorated amount, plus transportation costs.

Trial Period & Returns

Nature’s Sleep offers a 101-night sleep trial period during which you can sleep on your new bed like normal for up to 101 nights before making the final decision whether or not to return it. During this timeframe, see if the firmness level and feel are to your liking. But remember, give it at least 30 days to break in.

If you decide the GhostBed Natural isn’t for you, the return policy states that you can return it during the 101-night window for free. Simply request a return using a form on their website. GhostBed will come to retrieve the mattress and have it donated or recycled.

Note: The trial period and return policy may differ if you buy your GhostBed from another online mattress retailer, like Amazon.

Addressing GhostBed Natural Mattress Complaints

• Not Actively Cool: GhostBed mattresses have a reputation for being cooling beds. However, unlike other GhostBeds made with cooling technology or gel memory foam, the GhostBed Natural uses naturally cooling materials such as latex and coils. This means your bed won’t sleep ice-cold; it’ll just keep you from overheating at night.
• Price: Latex hybrid mattresses, like the GhostBed Natural, are typically the most expensive kinds of beds. Thus, this bed has luxury price points that come with sourcing organic materials. If you think the price is too steep, check out the current GhostBed discounts.

Comparing Different GhostBed Mattresses

GhostBed Natural vs. Original GhostBed

GhostBed Natural Mattress is Best For:	GhostBed Original Mattress is Best For:
Combination Sleepers	Lightweight & Average-Weight Sleepers
Hot Sleepers	People Seeking A Firmer Mattress
Eco-Conscious Shoppers	Back & Stomach Sleepers

For more information, check out our GhostBed Mattress Review.

GhostBed Natural vs. GhostBed Flex

GhostBed Natural Mattress is Best For:	GhostBed Flex Mattress is Best For:
Combination Sleepers	Shoppers Looking For A Softer Mattress
Hot Sleepers	Memory Foam Lovers
Eco-Conscious Shoppers	Side & Back Sleepers

For more information, check out our GhostBed Flex Mattress Review.

GhostBed Natural vs. GhostBed Luxe

GhostBed Natural Mattress is Best For:	GhostBed Luxe Mattress is Best For:
Combination Sleepers	Side Sleepers Of All Body Types
Hot Sleepers	Sleepers Who Toss & Turn All Night
Eco-Conscious Shoppers	Shoppers Looking For A Softer Mattress

For more information, check out our GhostBed Luxe Mattress Review.

GhostBed Natural vs. GhostBed 3D Matrix

GhostBed Natural Mattress is Best For:	GhostBed 3D Matrix Mattress is Best For:
Combination Sleepers	Very Hot Sleepers
Hot Sleepers	Average-Weight Side Sleepers
Eco-Conscious Shoppers	Back Sleepers

For more information, check out our GhostBed 3D Matrix Mattress Review.

Comparing GhostBed to the Competition

GhostBed Natural vs. Birch

GhostBed Natural Mattress is Best For:	Birch Mattress is Best For:
Combination Sleepers	Those Looking For A Responsive Mattress
Hot Sleepers	Stomach Sleepers
Eco-Conscious Shoppers	Hybrid Mattress Shoppers

For more information, check out our Birch Mattress Review.

GhostBed Natural vs. Saatva Latex Hybrid

GhostBed Natural Mattress is Best For:	Saatva Latex Hybrid Mattress is Best For:
Combination Sleepers	Shoppers Looking For A Firmer Mattress
Hot Sleepers	People Who Toss & Turn All Night
Eco-Conscious Shoppers	Back & Stomach Sleepers

For more information, check out our Saatva Latex Hybrid Mattress Review.

GhostBed Natural vs. Avocado

GhostBed Natural Mattress is Best For:	Avocado Mattress is Best For:
Combination Sleepers	Sleepers With Back Pain
Hot Sleepers	People Seeking A Firmer Mattress
Eco-Conscious Shoppers	Back Sleepers

For more information, check out our Avocado Green Mattress Review.

GhostBed Natural Mattress FAQs

The Nerd’s Take: What’s the Bottom Line?

The GhostBed Natural mattress is a latex mattress with coils for added support. It performed almost perfectly in every single category, meaning it works for a wide range of people including heavy, combo, and hot sleepers. One thing that may give you pause is the price: latex can be expensive.

The Nerd’s Scores for the GhostBed Natural Mattress

Performance Factor	Out of 5
Motion Isolation	4
Pressure Relief	4.5
Ease of Movement	5
Edge Support	5
Temperature Control	5
Durability	5

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