I Want My Bedroom to Feel Like a 5-Star Resort, So I Tried Cariloha Sheets
Updated: Feb. 01, 2024
I tested these Cariloha sheets for several months before writing this review. Did they live up to the hype? Find out below.
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As a hot sleeper, I wanted to know if these luxury Carihola sheets would deliver on their promise to regulate my body temperature. Would these Cariloha Resort Bamboo Bed Sheets have a five-star feel and deliver a good night’s sleep? After all, the word resort is in the name, and I want my bed to feel like a sanctuary (who doesn’t?). I had to see for myself.
Cariloha is known for making soft and sustainable products. Dedicated to making a difference for people and the planet, Cariloha is a certified B Corp, adhering to the highest standards of social and environmental practices. Hence, sustainable bamboo is at the heart of their high-end bedding.
What are Cariloha Sheets?
Whether you prefer crisp percale sheets, classic twill weave, lyocell or sateen sheets, you’ll find a style and feel that makes you happy. For reference, I tried the Resort Bamboo Bed Sheets, which have a beautiful silky sateen finish.
The Resort Bamboo Bed Sheets are made of 100% viscose from bamboo. Bamboo is a sustainable plant and is naturally cooler than cotton to help to wick away moisture.
Hot sleepers and luxury seekers alike will love these sumptuous sheets. But the best part is that they feel better than silk against the skin (in my humble opinion). Paired with a cozy comforter, you’ll feel like you’re on vacation every day.
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Viscose from bamboo sheets feature a premium sateen finish and advanced box-stitch seams.
Cariloha Sheets Features
Cariloha sheets are used on major cruise lines and are known for their soft feel, cooling effects and durability. In addition to being moisture-wicking, bamboo naturally repels odors and allergens and has thermal-regulating properties. The silky soft texture paired with the breathability of these sheets makes for a comfortable night’s sleep.
Packaged beautifully in a box, the set includes a fitted sheet, a top sheet and two pillowcases available in Queen, King, Cal-King and Split-King sizes. You can choose among eight soothing colors.
I measured the corner seams of the fitted sheet at 14 inches. The 14-inch pocket fit my 12-inch Queen-size mattress perfectly, with about 2 inches left over to tuck between the frame to keep it securely in place. Cariloha uses box stitch seams, which makes the sheets more durable.
Cariloha offers free shipping over $100, plus a 100-night return policy, but be prepared to pay return shipping if these sheets don’t work for you. We like that Cariloha offers payment plans through Affirm if paying a lump sum of $300 for a pair of sheets seems steep.
How We Tested It
When evaluating the Cariloha Resort sheets, I looked at things like price, material, color options, durability, wrinkle resistance and how well they held up to washing and drying.
I chose the resort sheets with the sateen finish in the color blush. The blush color is very muted and restful, and the fabric is beyond luxurious. It has weight to it, yet it’s the opposite of crisp cotton sheets. The Resort sheets drape and flow like silk. (And feel even better!)
I’ve used these sheets for several months, and they’ve held up well. After the first wash, I noticed some color and sheen fading as well as some threads hanging, but the seams and stitching have stayed secure after a dozen washes.
Per the instructions, I washed them in cold water and dried them with low heat. I opted to use the delicate cycle and removed the agitator on my Whirlpool washer. Each time, the sheets came out softer with no pilling. In every case, the pillowcases and edge of the top sheet come out with significant wrinkles. It’s as if the stitching shrunk, leaving a ruching effect. Honestly, I was disappointed, because the Resort bamboo sateen sheets would need to be ironed if I was going to use them in the guest room. I can’t wait for spring to hang them on the clothesline to see if that helps to avoid the wrinkles in the pillowcases.
When I first got the sheets, fall was upon us. Paired with a light-down comforter, these sheets were perfect, When it was time to turn the heat on, I added the Cariloha Bamboo Fleece Blanket in Onyx. (BTW, I love, love, love this blanket.) A few weeks later, I was ready to switch to flannel sheets because the Cariloha sheets felt so cool to the touch. I found myself sweating with the flannel sheets and went back to the temperature-regulating Resort Bamboo Sheets.
The subtle sheen and smooth finish make these sheets a little slippery. The pillowcase tends to slip off my ultra-flat down pillow for back sleepers but stays on other pillows without a problem. I’ll admit, I’ve had more substantial elastic on other fitted sheets. But this sheet never slipped off the corners no matter how much I tossed and turned.
Pros
- Silky soft luxury
- Cooling and thermal regulating properties
- Moisture-wicking
- Sustainable and chemical-free bamboo
- Environmentally friendly
- 14-inch pocket seam
- 0% financing available
- 100-day return policy
Cons
- Wrinkles easily
- Color and sheen fade after first washing (but get even softer!)
- Pricey
What Other Reviewers Had to Say
Amazon five-star reviewer Genevieve L. Hannon writes, “We love our sheet set—king set in blue. Our sheets came a touch crisper and shinier than we wished, but just as everyone before us has said, the sheets get softer after sleeping in them and especially after washing them once. They are truly cooling, which is nice for me since I am peri-menopausal and I night sweat every night.”
Callie Lampe also left a five-star review saying, “Ohhhhh my goodness. I can’t even begin to say how much I LOVE these sheets. Yes, they are pricey….In my opinion, they are worth every. Single. Penny. I’m pretty picky about my sheets…especially if I’m going to sleep sans clothing! These are the softest sheet I’ve ever touched, and quite possibly the softest thing that’s ever touched my skin. They are just completely perfect. They are also cool, which I appreciate as a warm sleeper. The blue color is perfect….Love how beautiful the shade is!”
“I don’t want to get out of bed,” states Christian Jones, adding, “The Resort sheets are absolutely AMAZING! The softest sheets that I have ever felt. They come packaged nicely in a really nice box with magnetic closure. I bought the set in the color Blue Lagoon and they are beautiful! These sheets are a little pricey but they are so worth the price. I am a ‘bedding snob’ and I believe that you get what you pay for. Go ahead and buy them! You will not be disappointed!”
Product Comparison
In addition to the Cariloha Resort Bamboo Bed Sheets I tried, Cariloha offers the Retreat Bamboo Sheets, which feature a sateen finish made from bamboo lyocell. The Retreat sheets have added corner straps for security and orientation labels. If you like a crisper sheet, Cariloha also offers the Resort Percale Bamboo Bed Sheet Set (sans the sateen finish), as well as the Classic Bamboo Bed Sheet Set with extra-deep pockets in a twill weave finish.
At $329, the Cariloha Resort sheets are comparable to Oprah’s favorite Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set, which has a 10-year warranty and a 100-night sleep trial. Cozy Earth sheets have deeper pockets, more color choices and cost a few bucks more than the Resort sheets.
For less than half the cost, the Molecule sheets made from Tencel are a good option. I bought these sheets in the summer because of their temperature-regulating properties. The Molecule sheets don’t wrinkle as badly as the Resort sheets, but the Cariloha sheets take softness to an entirely new level.
Final Verdict
If you’re a bedding snob (like I’m quickly becoming), you’ll love the feel of these ultra-soft Cariloha sheets. These luxury sheets seem to get softer with every wash and hold up well. If you want to feel like you’re in a five-star resort, the Cariloha Resort sheets hit the mark. However, unless you plan on ironing them, your guests might not be as impressed.
The temperature-regulating properties of these bamboo sheets are hard to quantify, but I didn’t wake up wet with sweat, even when I wore an oversized flannel shirt to bed. I know that they keep me more comfortable than my (formerly) beloved crisp cotton or flannel sheets.
The bottom line is that I sleep like a dream in these irresistibly-soft sheets. The worst part? I never want to get out of bed when wrapped in this heavenly bedding.
FAQ
What is the downside to bamboo sheets?
Bamboo tends to wrinkle compared to other fabrics. Additionally, bamboo absorbs more water than cotton and may take longer to dry after washing.
Where are Cariloha products made?
The Cariloha sheets I received are made in Turkey. However, Cariloha uses global vendors and as a B-certified company, they are committed to ethical business practices and reducing their carbon footprint with sustainable products.
How do you wash Cariloha resort sheets?
Cariloha recommends washing their sheets in cold water and using a low heat setting on the dryer.
Do Cariloha sheets have deep pockets?
Considering I’ve owned an 18-inch mattress, I wouldn’t consider the 14-inch pocket on the Resort sheets deep. My current mattress is 12 inches high, so I wasn’t too worried about it when I ordered the Resort sheets. Luckily, the sheets fit perfectly.
However, I was disappointed that I couldn’t find any information on the Cariloha website that addressed the actual depth of the pockets. Consumers who need deep pockets may find this lack of information frustrating. The Cariloha website states that the Classic Bamboo Bed Sheet Set has “extra deep pockets,” but again, no mention of the height of the mattress it will fit.
Where to Buy Cariloha Sheets
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Cariloha sheets are available on the Cariloha website with select styles on Macy’s and Amazon. If you’re looking for the luxury experience of a five-star resort at home, I invite you to pamper yourself with the Cariloha Resort sheets. Clothing optional.
Originally Published: February 01, 2024
