Enhance Your Campervan Adventures with the Perfect Mattress Topper

Life on the road is a whole lot of fun, but it can be difficult to drift off with ease when you’re not in your own bed, sleeping in a cramped space, and dealing with the general discomforts that can so often accompany the camping experience. A mattress topper could be the perfect solution, enhancing the comfort of your campervan’s sleeping area and helping you wake up ready for whatever adventure awaits!

Why you need a mattress topper for your campervan 

Let’s face it: no matter how modern and magical your campervan is, no matter how many mod-cons you’ve added and how much square footage it has, it likely has a small and uncomfortable “bed” set-up. From tables that expand to become a sleeping surface to bunks made from pallets, sleeping on the road isn’t all that comfortable.

A mattress topper is the ideal solution, adding an extra layer of comfort and support without breaking the bank or taking up too much space in your van. The Panda Bamboo Mattress Topper will give you an extra 5cm of depth to sleep on, and it’s made with orthopaedic grade memory foam to really keep you comfortable. But more on that later…

Having this additional comfort will make it easier to drift off while on the road, meaning you wake up feeling refreshed – no aching shoulders or sore hips, and ready to make more memories during your travels.

Key factors to consider when choosing a topper for a campervan 

So, what do you need to look for in a campervan mattress topper? There’s plenty of questions to ask when shopping around, so let’s dive in! 

Cover material

Consider the cover material of the topper – you don’t want something that will feel sweaty or itchy, as that won’t help you get comfy at all. Look for something soft to the touch, like bamboo or organic cotton, both of which feel luxurious.

Thickness of the topper

There’s no point lugging around a super thick topper that takes up loads of precious space in your campervan, nor is there any point in buying something that’s really thin and doesn’t do much in terms of comfort or support. Opt for anywhere between four and six centimetres, which will offer plenty of cushioning without being cumbersome to store.

Size of the topper

Sleeping spaces in campervans are typically not the average bed size – it’s important that you measure your sleeping area, and cross reference these measurements against the size of the mattress topper you’re looking at. You need something that covers as much of your campervan bed as possible, but doesn’t hang right over the edges.

Portability/storage

Look for a mattress topper that rolls up easily and can be stored while not in use – padded duvet-like toppers can be hard to store due to being floppy and flexible, whereas choosing memory foam mattress toppers for campervans is a great choice. Due to being more firm they tend to be easy to roll, though you should do so loosely to protect the integrity of the foam.

Temperature regulation

Another thing to consider when choosing a mattress topper for a campervan is whether it can help with temperature regulation. Whether you’re new to van life or you’re a seasoned adventurer, you probably know that temperatures can really fluctuate when you’re travelling! If you’re spending the night in the Scottish hills, it’s a totally different climate to the French coast for example – you need a temperature-regulating mattress topper.

Maintenance for longevity

Look for a durable mattress topper with a good guarantee, made with high quality materials. You also want something that’s easy to look after, so you don’t have to add any difficult maintenance into your travel routine. Bamboo toppers are naturally antibacterial and odour-resistant, making them a great addition to your campervan – your topper will stay fresh between uses!

Top recommendations

When it comes to the best mattress topper for campervans, our Bamboo Mattress Topper is hard to beat. Made with orthopaedic grade memory foam, it contours to your sleeping position for optimal support, keeping your neck and spine in perfect alignment. This means you’ll wake up with fewer aches and pains, ready for some fun!

Sitting at 5cm, it’s a great depth for offering comfort and transforming your sleep set-up without taking up too much space in your van while not in use. With an anti-slip layer underneath, it’ll stay perfectly in place no matter what your sleeping surface is. Our mattress topper contains HydroFoam™, using gel-infused technology to prevent overheating – and bamboo is naturally thermoregulating, reacting to your temperature to keep you feeling just right while drifting off in your home away from home.

On the topic of bamboo, it has so many incredible benefits. Not only is it super breathable, but it’s hypoallergenic and wonderfully soft. Thanks to its moisture-wicking properties, you won’t wake up feeling sweaty – and it’s odour-resistant too, so there won’t be a musty smell after it’s been in storage in between van trips.

With free UK delivery and a 10-year Guarantee, it’s the perfect choice for getting your next campervan trip off to a good start. We even offer you a 30-night Trial so you can really test it out and make sure it works for the space you have in your van. Our friendly customer service team is always happy to chat through dimensions and help you figure out which size would be best! 

Tips for use and maintenance

As we’ve already mentioned, making sure your topper fits the space is key – you don’t want something too big or too small, as this won’t offer optimal comfort. Many toppers come with corner straps to attach them to a mattress, but this might not work in your van; don’t worry, as you can simply tuck these straps underneath the topper!

If you’re concerned about cleaning your topper, don’t be. The Panda Bamboo Mattress Topper actually has a removable cover, which you can take off and pop in the washing machine with your holiday clothes between trips. This means you’ll be sleeping fresher than ever in the van, and there’s zero fuss.

Storing your topper doesn’t need to be difficult either; with a memory foam topper, you should roll it loosely and tie it gently with some string or ribbon, or even a large elastic band. Keep it somewhere cool and dry, and try to unroll it from time to time if you have a large gap between trips – just to stop it from being too difficult to flatten out when you are off on your next adventure.

Enhancing your adventures with a mattress topper

Sleep is key to having enough energy to really enjoy your campervan adventures – whether you’re relaxing on a lake or hiking through a forest, you want to really be able to take everything in. That’s why a mattress topper is the perfect addition to your camping kit, as it allows you to drift off in comfort with proper orthopaedic support. Our Bamboo Mattress Topper is the best campervan sleeping solution!