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The best luxury bathrobes for comfort and value
The Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe wins for its absorbent Turkish cotton, soft feel and strong performance in months of real-world use.
| Best overall | Best value | Cheapest that's still good | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe | Lacoste Home Pique Bath Robe | NY Threads Fleece Shawl Collar Bathrobe |
| Price | about $139 | about $35 | about $28 |
| Why | Travel + Leisure found its long-staple Turkish cotton plush and absorbent without becoming overly heavy or slow-drying. It’s a useful all-rounder for lounging and putting on after a shower. | Good Housekeeping named it best value and listed it at about $35, far below its overall pick. It is 100% cotton terry, with large pockets and a hanging tab. | Travel + Leisure recommended it as its budget pick at about $28, praising its soft fleece and performance after washing. It is the lowest-priced recommended option among these picks. |
| Good to know | It shed some fibers after washing, and the fit may feel snug if you prefer a roomy robe. | It comes in only one size, so the fit may not work for everyone. | It is only lightly absorbent and may be too short for taller people. |
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picture by AITravel + Leisure found its long-staple Turkish cotton plush and absorbent without becoming overly heavy or slow-drying. It’s a useful all-rounder for lounging and putting on after a shower.
Good to know: It shed some fibers after washing, and the fit may feel snug if you prefer a roomy robe.
See on Amazonpicture by AIGood Housekeeping named it best value and listed it at about $35, far below its overall pick. It is 100% cotton terry, with large pockets and a hanging tab.
Good to know: It comes in only one size, so the fit may not work for everyone.
See on Amazonpicture by AITravel + Leisure recommended it as its budget pick at about $28, praising its soft fleece and performance after washing. It is the lowest-priced recommended option among these picks.
Good to know: It is only lightly absorbent and may be too short for taller people.
See on AmazonDanilli may earn a small commission from Amazon when you buy through these buttons. The price is the same for you. Product pictures are made by Danilli's AI to show the product; check the real photos on the store page.
What matters
Choose cotton terry if you want to dry off after a shower; fleece is warmer but less absorbent. Check fit, care instructions and current price, and buy on Amazon only when the seller is Amazon or the brand’s official store—not a random seller.
Who this is for
These picks are for US shoppers who want a comfortable robe for home, whether they prioritize plush warmth, a lower price or easy everyday use. The fleece option is better for lounging than drying off after a shower.
The picks, one by one
Best overall: Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe
Travel + Leisure found its long-staple Turkish cotton plush and absorbent without becoming overly heavy or slow-drying. It’s a useful all-rounder for lounging and putting on after a shower. Reviewers wore and washed it over three months and reported that it stayed soft and durable. The wide cuffs can be rolled up, and the pockets are handy. It is machine washable, though the robe shed some fibers after washing. Size up if you want a looser fit; skip it if you need a lightweight robe for hot weather.
Good to know: It shed some fibers after washing, and the fit may feel snug if you prefer a roomy robe.
See on AmazonBest value: Lacoste Home Pique Bath Robe
Good Housekeeping named it best value and listed it at about $35, far below its overall pick. It is 100% cotton terry, with large pockets and a hanging tab. Good Housekeeping’s Textiles Lab compared the robe’s material with Lacoste towels it had tested for softness and absorbency, and testers found the robe comfortable. It is a short style, which may appeal if you dislike ankle-length robes. It comes in eight colors. The main trade-off is sizing: the listing offers only one size.
Good to know: It comes in only one size, so the fit may not work for everyone.
See on AmazonCheapest that's still good: NY Threads Fleece Shawl Collar Bathrobe
Travel + Leisure recommended it as its budget pick at about $28, praising its soft fleece and performance after washing. It is the lowest-priced recommended option among these picks. Reviewers found it stayed soft without obvious pilling or shedding after washing, and its pockets fit a phone. It is machine washable and dryer-safe, making it easy to care for. The polyester fleece is suited to cozy lounging, not serious drying after a shower. Taller shoppers may find the length short, and size options are limited.
Good to know: It is only lightly absorbent and may be too short for taller people.
See on AmazonHow we chose
Travel + Leisure editors tested 54 robes at home for at least two weeks and up to six months, wearing each at least five times, checking absorbency, comfort, warmth and construction, and washing each at least once. Good Housekeeping’s Textiles Lab reviewed materials and construction and gathered con Danilli read the reviews and tests listed below and compared current prices; it does not take money from brands to pick a product.
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