If you’ve ever tossed and turned on a warm, muggy night, you realise how much your bedding can make or break your sleep. While the mattress often takes the spotlight, your sheets matter just as much, so choose a cooling mattress and cooling sheets alike. That’s where cooling sheets come in. Designed to breathe better, wick away moisture and feel crisp against the skin, cooling sheets can transform your bed into the restful, cool retreat you’ll look forward to.
When it comes to materials, each offers its own benefits. Cotton is a classic choice, with lightweight percale weaves that deliver a cool, crisp feel, while sateen offers a smoother finish but tends to trap more heat. Linen sheets are another favourite for hot nights, prized for their relaxed texture, airflow, and ability to absorb moisture, while softening with age. Then there are bamboo sheets, loved for their silky feel and moisture-wicking properties, making them especially popular with hot sleepers.
Thread count also plays into the equation. With cooling sheets, higher doesn’t mean better, with the sweet spot being about the 250 – 400 range. For summer nights, look for lightweight, well-woven fabrics to keep you cool.
Whether you prefer the crispness of cotton, the elegance of linen, or the silky touch of bamboo, the best cooling sheets are the ones that keep you comfortable year after year. We’ve rounded up some of the best cooling sheets available in New Zealand, so you can sleep cooler, longer and better.
2025’s best cooling sheets NZ
- The best cooling cotton sheets (here’s why)
- The best cooling linen sheets (here’s why)
- The best cooling bamboo sheets (here’s why)
- The best other cooling materials (here’s why)
1. The best cooling cotton sheets
Cotton sheets are a timeless choice for hot sleepers due to their natural breathability and ability to wick away moisture. A lightweight cotton weave feels crisp and airy, allowing heat to escape more easily than denser fabrics. Unlike synthetics, cotton helps regulate body temperature, making it a reliable option for staying cool through New Zealand’s warmer nights.
Australian Cotton Sheet Set
from $80.00 (was $100) at Ecosa
Best for: Warm sleepers who love the crispness of cotton against their skin
Crafted from 100% Australian cotton in a 320-thread-count percale weave, this Cotton Sheet Set from Ecosa delivers a matte, breathable finish that feels fresh and comfortable. Hypoallergenic and OEKO-TEX certified, it carries an eco-friendly ethos without compromising softness. Available in soft tones, from white to indigo dusk, these sheets let you layer your bedding with your mood or decor. This sheet set feels familiar yet elevated, combining durability, breathability, and everyday elegance.
Sizes: Single, double, queen, king, super king
Colours: White, dawn grey, space grey, pink sand, mineral green, indigo dusk
Key features:
- 320 thread count percale cotton
- Hypoallergenic, breathable and durable
- 100% cotton
- Free shipping over $80
Jude Organic Cotton Sheets
from $66.00 (was $95.00) at Sheet Society
Best for: Hotel-like sheets that feel cool and crisp year-round
Made from 100% organic cotton in a percale weave, these Jude Organic Cotton sheets feel light and airy, rather than heavy and clingy. Perfect for warmer nights, the open percale structure promotes airflow across the surface, helping heat dissipate rather than becoming trapped. Available in numerous colours and patterns, these sheets balance style with practical performance, allowing you to mix and match while staying cool.
Sizes: Single, king single, double, queen, king, super king
Colour and patterns: White, warm white, nutmeg, pink lotus, mint, ink, watson stripe, darby, sunday stripe
Key features:
- Stonewashed 100% organic cotton
- OEKO-TEX Certified
- Hypoallergenic, breathable and durable
- Free shipping
Organic Egyptian Cotton Bed Sheet Set
from $269.00 at Peace Lily
Best for: Buttery soft sheets engineered for cooling performance
Cool, breathable, and moisture‑wicking — that’s how Peace Lily describes these organic Egyptian cotton bed sheets. With a 600 thread count and a single‑ply sateen weave, the Egyptian cotton strikes the perfect balance between buttery softness and refreshing breathability. For sleepers seeking high‑end cotton sheets that combine dreamy comfort with exceptional cooling performance, Peace Lily delivers.
Set includes: Flat sheet, fitted sheet, pillowcase (2x pillowcases for sizes double and above)
Sizes: Single, long single, king single, double, queen, king, super king, split super king
Colour: White
Key features:
- Egyptian GOTS certified organic cotton
- 600 thread count
- 1 year warranty
- Free shipping
2. The best cooling linen sheets
Linen sheets are a dream for hot sleepers, thanks to their airy weave and natural ability to regulate temperature. The fibres absorb and release moisture, keeping you cool and comfortable on muggy nights. Linen also softens over time, offering a relaxed, breathable texture that feels fresher with every wash, making it a timeless investment for summer sleep.
Eve Linen Bed Sheets
from $112.00 (was $160.00) at Sheet Society
Best for: Staying cool in summer and warm in winter
The Eve Linen bed sheets from Sheet Society are made with year-round comfort front of mind. Crafted from 100% French flax linen, they bring true breathability to your bed as the fabric’s natural weave lets heat dissipate rather than trap it, helping you stay cooler throughout the night. Linen excels at absorbing and releasing moisture, so when humidity creeps in, the sheets work to balance it rather than feel clammy. What’s more, these sheets soften beautifully over time, great for sleepers chasing that relaxed, breathable, temperature-friendly feel.
Sizes: Single, king single, double, queen, king, super king
Colour and patterns: 34, including butter, terracotta, white and sky
Key features:
- French flax 100% linen
- Crafted in a plain weave, 165gsm
- OEKO-TEX Certified
- Free shipping
Flax Linen Sheet Sets
from $208 (was $260) at Ecosa
Best for: Hot sleepers who love the airy texture of linen but want extra silkiness
Crafted from 100% organic flax linen, these sheets are naturally breathable, allowing air to circulate freely, while wicking away moisture. This means you’ll stay cool and dry, even during the hottest summer nights. OEKO-TEX certified, these sheets are free from harmful chemicals and soften beautifully with every wash, creating a lived-in feel that’s as comfortable as it is cooling.
Sizes: Single, king single, double, queen, king, super king
Colours: Fog, mushroom
Key features:
- 100% organic flax linen
- OEKO-TEX Certified
- Hypoallergenic, odour-resistant and antibacterial
- Breathable, temperature-regulating and moisture-wicking
- Free shipping over $80
Como Linen Sheet Set
from $343.20 (was $429) at Freedom
Best for: Those seeking timeless design in their cooling sheets
Crafted from 100% European linen, these sheets offer lasting durability and natural thermoregulation, keeping you cool and comfortable year-round. With OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, you can sleep soundly knowing they’re free from harmful chemicals — comfort with a clear conscience. The linen’s anti-allergy and insect-repelling qualities add to its appeal, making this set the epitome of eco-luxury.
Sizes: Queen, king
Colours: Toffee, green, white, light stone
Key features:
- European Linen sourced from Belgium and France
- Crafted in a plain weave, 165gsm
- OEKO-TEX Standard 10
100% French Flax Linen Sheet Set
from $209.30 (was $299) at Home Lab
Pure flax linen is a smart choice for hot climates, thanks to its high air permeability and natural ability to conduct heat. In other words, it’s a breathable fabric that helps regulate temperature and keeps you comfortable across the seasons. This Home Lab set is woven from premium flax fibres and pre-soft-washed, so you can dress your bed straight away and enjoy that relaxed, lived-in look. Available in a range of stylish shades, we especially love crisp white and natural oat for their timeless appeal.
Duvet set includes: Fitted sheet, flat sheet, pillowcase (2x pillowcases for sizes queen and above)
Sizes: King single, queen, king, super king
Colours and patterns: 14, including natural oat, white, cocoa, midnight and sage
Key features:
- European Linen sourced from Belgium and France
- Crafted in a plain weave, 165gsm
- OEKO-TEX Standard 10
3. The best cooling bamboo sheets
Bamboo sheets are a favourite among hot sleepers thanks to their impressive cooling properties and silky smooth feel. Naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, bramboo fibres pull heat and humidity away from the body, helping you stay cool and dry through the night. They’re also hyperallergenic and gentle on sensitive skin, making them practical and comfortable for summer sleep.
Signature Bamboo Sheet Set
from $211.20 (was $264.00) at Ettitude
Best for: Breathable bedding that performs as well as it feels
Ettitude is so confident that hot sleepers will love their signature bamboo sheet sets that they’ve provided a 60-night sleep trial with your best sleep guaranteed. Thanks to its high-quality bamboo lyocell construction and sateen weave, it excels at moisture-wicking and heat dissipation, keeping you dry and cool throughout the night. Better yet, its silky finish feels soft and cosy against the skin, giving that touch of luxury.
Set includes: Flat sheet, fitted sheet, pillowcase (2x pillowcases for sizes double and above)
Sizes: Single, king single, double, queen, king, super king
Colour: Cloud, slate, sage, ocean, butter, saffron, almond
Key features:
- 100% bamboo lyocell
- OEKO-TEXStandard 100 Certified
- 60-night sleep trial
Bamboo Sheet Set
from $168 (was $210.00) at Ecosa
Best for: Sensitive-skinned hot sleepers seeking silky-smooth sheets
This bamboo sheet set brings cooling performance front and centre. With a 400 thread-count sateen weave, crafted from 100% organic bamboo, it feels luxuriously smooth yet highly breathable. The material’s natural fibres actively wick away moisture from the body, helping regulate temperature so you stay cooler and drier through humid summer nights. The sheets are also hypoallergenic, odour-resistant and antibacterial, adding to their appeal for sensitive skin and restless sleepers.
Sizes: Single, king single, double, queen, king, super king
Colours: 13, including white, glacial green, grey and dark navy.
Key features:
- 100% organic bamboo
- 400TC sateen weave
- Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX
- Hypoallergenic, odour-resistant and antibacterial
- Breathable and moisture-wicking
- Free shipping over $80
Kane Bamboo Sheets
from $70 (was $100) at Sheet Society
Best for: Hot sleepers needing barely-there bedding
The Kane Bamboo bedding collection at Sheet Society offers a thoughtful blend of softness and cooling performance. Woven from 100% sandwashed bamboo in a sateen weave, these sheets deliver a matte, silky feel that still lets air pass through. Bamboo’s inherent moisture-wicking abilities help draw heat and perspiration away from the body, keeping you drier and cooler through warm nights. With deep pockets and on-trend colours and patterns, these sheets will bring function and style to the bed – breathable comfort without sacrificing elegance.
Sizes: Single, king single, double, queen, king, super king
Colour and patterns: Sage, white, warm white, terracotta, marshmallow, lilac, midnight, charcoal and Nina stripe
Key features:
- Sandwashed 100% bamboo lyocell
- Crafted in a sateen weave, 360 thread count
- OEKO-TEX Certified
- Free shipping
Linenova Bamboo Sheet Set
Best for: Moisture-wicking sheets that are value for money
You’ll feel like you’re sleeping on a cloud with these bamboo sheets from Amazon. Naturally antibacterial, breathable, and ultra-soft, they deliver the luxe silkiness of hotel bedding while still allowing airflow. And if you share a bed with a sweaty sleeper, no worries—the bamboo fabric naturally resists stains and wrinkles, making care effortless. These cooling sheets are also a dream for sensitive skin, eczema sufferers, hot sleepers, and anyone prone to night sweats.
Set includes: Flat sheet, fitted sheet, pillowcase (2x pillowcases for sizes double and above)
Sizes: Single, double, queen, king, super king
Colour: Silver, black, charcoal, delicate blue, latte, navy, sage green, white
Key features:
- 100% bamboo viscose
- OEKO-TEXStandard 100 Certified
- Shrink and fade resistant
4. Other cooling sheet innovations
Beyond classics like cotton, linen and bamboo, innovative, plant-based materials are now being used to create cooling sheets. Fabrics made from pine and eucalyptus fibres are gaining popularity for their silky texture, breathability and eco-friendly production.
MyntFusion Mint-Infused Cooling Sheet Set
from $390.44 at The Iconic
Best for: Hot sleepers after the latest innovation in sleep comfort
This Mynt Lab Sheet Set is a standout pick for anyone after luxury and temperature control. These sheets are made from a proprietary blend of sustainably managed pine and eucalyptus fibres, infused with mint – this combination creates a refreshing, natural cooling effect from the moment you slip beneath the covers.
Because the fabric is plant-based and breathable, the sheets excel at moisture-wicking and heat dissipation, helping you stay dry and cool even through the summer nights. The sheets feel luxurious without trapping heat, silky to the touch, yet ideal for ventilation.
Set includes: Flat sheet, fitted sheet, 2 x pillowcases
Sizes: Double, queen, king, super king
Colour: Black, charcoal, white, terracotta, pink, sand, powder blue
Key features:
- Made from eucalyptus and pine fibres
- Infused with mint for a natural cooling effect
- Breathable and hypoallergenic
- Naturally antibacterial and antimicrobial
Do cooling sheets actually work?
Yes, cooling sheets really work. Sheets made of breathable fabrics like linen, bamboo or cotton allow airflow and wick away moisture. This helps regulate your body temperature while you sleep, ensuring you stay comfortable on warmer nights.
Which is the best material for bed sheets to keep you cool?
When it comes to cooling sheets, opt for natural materials like linen, bamboo or cotton. Linen is often considered the best option due to its loose weave and natural thermoregulating abilities, which allow heat to escape while keeping you comfortable across the seasons, while also giving that lived-in look. Bamboo is another great choice, offering a more silky texture while wicking away moisture – ideal for hot sleepers or those prone to night sweats. Cotton is another popular choice as it’s highly breathable, with a crisp weave creating a cool-to-the-touch finish.
How do you wash and care for cooling sheets?
To ensure your cooling sheets last and continue to perform their best, it’s important to wash and care for them correctly. Most cooling sheets made from linen, cotton or bamboo can be machine-washed in cool or lukewarm water on a gentle cycle, using a mild, liquid detergent. It’s best to avoid bleach or fabric softeners, which can coat fibres and reduce moisture-wicking abilities. For drying, hang them on the lime, in the shade if possible. If you use a dryer, select a low-heat setting to prevent shrinkage.
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