Terry cloth robes are one of life’s sweetest (and most practical) luxuries. Typically made of traditional cotton, their plush, towel-like weave is super soft to the touch but works to keep you dry with plenty of absorbent layers.
And they’re not just great for helping you dry off after a shower—terry cloth robes are comfy enough to serve as an entire outfit during lazy weekends or slow mornings. And if you have a little one at home, they can make bath time a lot easier. Forget toweling off a squirmy kid and let them dry while dressed as a character or animal instead.
Whether you’re after an absorbent plush robe that can sufficiently sop up water after a hot soak or a more luxe, lightweight option suited to sitting on the couch and sipping wine, we researched plenty of cozy options that will fit your needs and budget. Once you have one, you’ll get why they’re mainstays at so many luxury hotels and spas.
CLASSICALLY LUXURIOUS
Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe
| Material: | 100% Turkish cotton |
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| Size range: | XS-XL |
| Colors: | 10 colors (4 classic, 6 limited edition) |
The deep pockets, cuffed edges, and sturdy tie on this robe lend it a bit of function. And its 380 grams per square meter (GSM) weight is light, while the combed Turkish cotton feels buttery-soft against your skin.
Superlatives abound about this “plush and cozy” robe, with reviewers loving how “soft and warm” it is. One particularly happy customer shared: “This Brooklinen robe is lightweight and very absorbent. And it looks stunning.”
BEST LINEN BLEND
The Citizenry Aegean Cotton Bath Robe
| Material: | 60% organic Turkish cotton, 40% linen |
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| Size range: | S-L |
| Colors: | 3 |
Want something with a bit of an artisanal, boho feel? This chic, OEKO-TEX-certified robe from The Citizenry offers the best of both worlds and features a plush terry on the inside and lightweight linen on the outside for those who want something comfy but not too heavy.
Each piece is also sustainably made in a 100% fair-trade process, so you know you’re doing good while feeling good.
Users love how this “fabulous bathrobe” pretty much feels like the Goldilocks of robes — not too light, not too thick. “Finally found it!” says one. “Soft, plush but not overly so,” says another, adding, “I dislike really thick robes and this isn’t that. This flows over the body without feeling like an insulated down jacket.”
BEST POLYESTER ROBE
Pottery Barn Plush Robe
| Material: | 100% polyester |
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| Size range: | S-XL |
| Colors: | 3 |
Though not cotton, you can rest assured that this OEKO-TEX-certified, super plush unisex robe has your coziest interests at heart. It features a raglan sleeve, a shawl collar, a belt, and front pockets, and feels super soft, silky, and comfy on the skin. It’s also monogrammable and makes for a luxe sub-$100 gift!
