Hot Sleepers: We Found the Best Cooling Pajamas to Keep You Comfortable All Night (2024)

You can’t go wrong with classic pajamas made from cooling materials. This Eberjey PJ set is made of Tencel modal, a material made from pulverized wood fibers. The fabric is soft, temperature-regulating, and great at wicking moisture, so it’s a perfect pick for hot sleepers. The PJ set comes with a short-sleeve button-up top and cheeky pajama shorts, and both pieces feel cozy but breathable. The pajamas come in several colors, and they’re lined with contrast piping for a sleek look. They’re also easy to clean: You can machine wash and dry them, and they’ll get softer with each wash.

Material: 95% Tencel modal, 5% spandex | Size Range: XS-XL | Care: Machine wash, tumble dry

If you’re on the hunt for a fitted nightgown that keeps night sweats at bay, look no further than this WiWi nightshirt. The gown is made of bamboo viscose, a fabric that wicks moisture to keep you dry and regulates your body temperature to prevent hot flashes, so it’s great for staying cool. The nightgown has a boyfriend fit—it’s fitted but loose enough to comfortably move around in. And it comes in over a dozen different colors. While viscose can be pricey, this nightgown is very affordable, making it a great pick for sleepers on a budget.

Material: 95% bamboo viscose, 5% spandex | Size Range: S-4X | Care: Hand wash or machine wash cold, air dry or tumble dry low

These linen essentials from Quince are so chic they barely even register as pajamas. The PJs are made of pure European flax linen, a natural fabric that’s breathable and moisture-wicking. And Quince uses Oeko-Tex certified linen, so the PJs are durable, hypoallergenic, and free from harmful chemicals. While linen is said to feel rougher than other fabrics, these pajamas are soft, and they’ll get cozier every time you toss them in the washer and dryer. Each set includes a breezy short-sleeve top and stretchy pants that come with handy features, like pockets and an adjustable drawstring waistband.

Material: 100% European flax linen | Size Range: XS-XL | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low

This JJ Winks Girl Trip nightgown is made with modal fabric, a material derived from beech trees. Modal fabric feels soft and gentle on the skin. It’s also moisture-wicking and breathable, making this airy nightgown ideal for hot sleepers. This nightgown stands out, because it’s designed with a built-in shelf bra, which offers light support and lets you comfortably sleep bra-free. It also has adjustable straps, a shirred neckline, and a cozy back. The nightgown comes in several colors and is generally easy to care for: JJ Winks recommends machine washing in a garment bag and drying on low heat.

Material: Modal, spandex | Size Range: XS-XL | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low

This Latuza pajama set is made from bamboo-derived viscose, so it's adept at keeping hot sleepers cool during the night. The fabric is also remarkably soft, so it’ll keep you cozy while you get some shut-eye. The pajama set includes a short-sleeve tee with a comfortable V-neck and flowy shorts with a stretchy waistband. It also features a satin lining along the collar and leg openings to add a little style to your sleepwear. The PJs come in several colors, ranging from bold to neutral hues, and they’re available in sizes up to 4X. They’re also machine washable.

Material: 95% bamboo viscose, 5% spandex | Size Range: S-4X | Care: Machine wash cold, air dry

This relaxed-fit PJ set is made from 100% mulberry silk, which is temperature-regulating, lightweight, and cool to the touch. The pajama set comes with a breezy tank and flowy shorts. And it has breathable detailing, with slits on the side of the shorts and the back of the tank top. The silk pajamas are conveniently machine washable: Lunya recommends washing them inside out in a mesh laundry bag with cold water, low spin, and similar soft fabrics. They also come in several colors, and they’re made with dyes certified by Bluesign, which meet high standards for sustainability and worker safety.

Material: 100% mulberry silk | Size Range: XS-2X | Care: Hand or machine wash cold, lay flat to dry

This Lake pajamas set is made from 100% Pima cotton, which is as lightweight and breathable as other types of cotton but with a softer feel. “Each fiber is fairly long, so you get smooth materials when you work with [it],” Gopinath says. The pajama set comes with a short-sleeve tee and stretchy-waistband shorts, which feel silky, breathable, and cozy. The pajamas are machine washable, but they can shrink the first time you wash them (usually in length rather than width), so the brand recommends sizing up if you’re between sizes.

Material: 100% Pima cotton | Size Range: XXS-XXL | Care: Machine wash cold, air dry

Sheex is known for its cooling bed sheets, which are made with a polyester performance fabric that wicks moisture and regulates your temperature throughout the night. Its sleepwear is made with the same fabric, so this long-sleeve tee is a great choice for hot sleepers. Style-wise, the tee resembles activewear, so you could roll right out of bed and head to the gym. It also has a comfy tag-free design and a breezy open back, and it pairs perfectly with matching shorts. Both pieces are machine washable and wrinkle-resistant, so they’re convenient to take care of. They also come in several colors.

Material: 87% polyester, 13% spandex | Size Range: S-XL | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low

These elegant sleep shorts are made from irresistibly soft Pima cotton that's lightweight, breathable, and durable. While cotton isn’t as moisture-wicking as Tencel, it wicks some moisture and encourages lots of airflow to keep you cool. This cotton is also GOTS and Oeko-Tex certified, so it’s free from pesticides and harsh chemicals, and it’s ethically produced. The sleep shorts feature a comfortable drawstring waistband, and you can pair them with a matching cami, drape-back top, or long-sleeve shirt.You can throw these pajamas in the wash when they need a clean, but Cuyana recommends air drying them whenever possible.

Material: 100% organic Pima cotton | Size Range: XS-XL | Care: Machine wash cold, air dry

This gorgeous sleep set is made from 100% organic cotton, and it comes in a range of colorful designs that are hand-printed in India. The short-sleeve top has a relaxed fit, a comfortable curved collar, and a handy front pocket and the shorts have a mid-rise cut, comfortable 2.25-inch inseam, elastic drawstring waistband, and two spacious pockets. The pajamas are finished with stylish contrast piping, and while they’re already soft, they’ll get even cozier every time machine wash and dry them. The female-founded company offers extended sizing, ranging from XXS to 6X.

Material: 100% organic cotton | Size Range: XXS-6X | Care: Machine wash, tumble dry low

This Journelle cami is made of 100% silk, so it’s naturally cooling, luxuriously smooth, and has a flowy silhouette that offers lots of airflow. The cami has skinny straps you can adjust for a perfect fit, and its open petal back gives you lots of room to breathe. Sure, the cami’s high-maintenance: You’ll have to hand wash and air dry it, but we think pure silk is worth the extra effort. The cami also comes in several colors, and it pairs perfectly with matching silk PJ shorts, which are just as flowy and breathable as the top.

Material: 100% silk | Size Range: XS-XL | Care: Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry

This laidback sleep dress makes you feel like you’re sleeping in your favorite T-shirt. It has a baggy, oversized fit that’s comfortable and breathable, and it’s made of bamboo viscose, so it feels irresistibly soft, stays cool to the touch, and prevents night sweats. The nightgown is easy to clean: Just machine wash and dry it. It also comes in several colors and an inclusive range of sizes. Best of all, Cozy Earth is so confident in its cooling sleepwear that it offers a risk-free, 100-night trial, giving you months to be sure this is the right nightgown for you.

Material: 97% bamboo viscose, 3% spandex | Size Range: XS-3XL | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry

These boxer shorts are similar to J.Crew’s fan-favorite End-on-End PJs, but they’re cut to keep you cool. Like their predecessor, the shorts are made of cotton poplin, so they feel crisp and breathable but have a 3-inch inseam and relaxed fit to maximize airflow and give you lots of room to move around. The shorts are designed with a stretchy waistband, and their faux front fly ensures they feel more like shorts than underwear, so you can comfortably wear them around the house. Best of all, the shorts are budget-friendly, easy to clean, and available in sizes XXS to 3X.

Material: Cotton | Size Range: XXS-3X | Care: Machine wash

This tee and shorts duo from Cosabella will have you drifting off to dreamland in no time. The PJs are made of a 50/50 blend of cotton and modal—two fabrics beloved by hot sleepers. The cotton is lightweight and breathable with a barely there feel, and the modal is moisture-wicking and buttery-soft. The PJs include a short-sleeve button-up top and elastic-waistband shorts, which feature satin piping for a stylish look. They also come in several colors and sizes up to 3X. So if you’re looking for button-up sleepwear as soft as your favorite sheets, you can’t go wrong with this set.

Material: 50% cotton, 50% modal | Size Range: XS-3X | Care: Machine wash cold, air dry

The Piglet in Bed Linen Nightgown keeps you cool with its 100% European flax linen construction, which is stonewashed for added softness. The nightgown has a breezy, breathable cut, tank top straps, a comfortable scoop neck, a relaxed fit, and vented sides to offer airflow and make it easy to move around. Though the dress is designed for sleep, it’s pretty versatile—you could also pair it with sandals and wear it outside. We like that it comes in several colors, and it’s machine washer- and dryer-friendly for easy cleaning.

Material: 100% European flax linen | Size Range: XS-XL | Care: Machine wash, air dry or tumble dry low

This Dagsmejan tee is made with the brand's Nattcool fabric, a cooling blend of eucalyptus lyocell and stretchy elastane. The material is designed to be eight times more breathable than cotton, and it’s quick-drying in case you sweat a lot at night. The tee has short sleeves, a tagless design, and a relaxed fit. It also comes in several colors, and you can pair it with matching pants or shorts. Though the tee feels delicately soft, you can machine wash it in cold water. Just be sure to air dry it to maintain its feel and fit.

Material: 92% eucalyptus lyocell, 8% elastane | Size Range: XS-2XL | Care: Machine wash, air dry

Soma’s Cool Nights essentials are beloved for their lightweight, cooling feel—and these PJ shorts are no exception. The shorts are made of a rayon and spandex blend that feels cool to the touch and doesn’t stick to your body. They also have a stretchy drawstring waistband, a 4-inch inseam, and two spacious pockets. You can pair these shorts with other Cool Nights PJs, including camis, long-sleeve tops, and more. Every item in the collection is budget-friendly and machine washable, so they’re great to stock up on.

Material: 93% rayon, 7% spandex | Size Range: XS-XXL | Care: Machine wash, tumble dry low

This LilySilk PJ set oozes luxury and is made with top-quality silk to keep you cool. Silk is a naturally cooling material because it doesn’t absorb moisture or stick to your skin. It’s also hypoallergenic and luxuriously smooth. That makes these silk PJs ideal for hot sleepers as well those with skin sensitivities or allergies. The pajama set includes a short-sleeve top with soft buttons and several pockets, and flowy shorts with a stretchy self-tie waistband. The PJs are expensive, and they have to be hand washed or dry cleaned but are overall cooling, luxurious, and worth some extra effort.

Material: 100% grade 6A 22-momme mulberry silk | Size Range: XS-XXL | Care: Dry clean or hand wash cold, air dry

Mate The Label’s Sleep Tee Dress feels like an oversized tee but looks like a sleek nightshirt. Made of 70% Tencel lyocell and 30% organic cotton, the dress is soft, moisture-wicking, and breathable. The dress has short sleeves, a roomy fit, and a handy front pocket. It comes in several colors and sizes up to 3X. The nightgown is also easy to care for. Despite its light weight and delicately soft feel, it can be machine washed and tumble dried any time it needs a clean.

Material: 70% Tencel lyocell, 30% organic cotton | Size Range: XS-3X | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low

You can’t go wrong with linen pajamas for lounging around the house, especially when they’re as comfortable and casual as this set from Serena & Lily. The PJs are made with high-quality European linen that feels luxurious against the skin and gets softer with every wash. And since linen has an almost-magical ability to keep you cool, these pajamas will stay breezy even when it’s hot out, and they'll wick away moisture, too. The pajamas come in just a few sizes and colors, but they’re machine washable and dryable. They’re also Oeko-Tex certified.

Material: 100% European flax linen | Size Range: XS-L | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry

This Honeylove PJ bundle is made from a cooling blend of Tencel lyocell and elastane, so it's lightweight, stretchy, and buttery soft. We love the added mesh panels for extra airflow and breathability while you snooze. When you buy the set, you get a cami with adjustable straps and a built-in bra and a pair of flowy shorts with an elastic drawstring waistband. Both items are machine washable and available in several colors. Honeylove also makes it easy to mix and match sizes, so you can build a custom set that fits you just right.

Material: 91% Tencel lyocell, 9% elastane | Size Range: XS-3X | Care: Machine wash, line dry

This Coyuchi romper pairs a breezy fit with a breathable fabric to help you catch some precious Zzzs. The jumpsuit is made of 100% organic cotton jersey, which has been peached (or specially finished) to feel velvety soft. The jumpsuit is ultra-cozy and incredibly breathable, and its cut is perfect for staying cool. The jumpsuit has adjustable skinny straps, cropped wide legs, and a subtle V-neckline. While it has a relaxed fit, it isn’t oversized, so it won’t weigh you down with excess fabric. The jumpsuit also comes in several pretty colors and you can machine wash and dry it.

Material: 100% organic cotton | Size Range: XS-L | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low

This Little Sleepies nightshirt may have long sleeves, but its short length and cooling fabric make it great for hot sleepers. The nightgown is made with Lunaluxe fabric, a proprietary blend of bamboo viscose and spandex. The blend feels stretchy-soft and breathable, and it’s gentle on sensitive skin. Plus, the nightgown’s relaxed cut gives you lots of room to breathe. The nightshirt features a button-up front (which is especially practical for nursing moms) and a comfortable tagless design. It also comes in sizes XS to 3X, and you can toss it in the laundry machine.

Material: 95% bamboo viscose, 5% spandex | Size Range: XS-3X | Care: Machine wash cold

Wool may not seem like a cooling material, but it “has a fantastic capacity to wick moisture,” Gopinath says. It also thermoregulates, warming you up when you’re cold and cooling you down when you’re hot. This Chill Angel tee is made of ultra-fine merino wool, so it’s cozily soft and remarkably breathable. It even pairs with matching lounge pants. The top comes in several colors, and you can machine wash it in cold water. But since wool is delicate and prone to pilling without proper care, only clean the top when necessary and always follow the care instructions.

Material: 100% merino wool | Size Range: XS-XXL | Care: Machine wash cold, air dry

These Papinelle silk PJs are a hot sleeper’s dream. Made of 100% silk, the pajamas are cool, breathable, and luxuriously smooth. They’re also machine washable, so they won’t complicate your laundry routine. The PJ set includes two classic pieces: a short-sleeve button-up top and flowy pajama shorts. Both have thoughtful details, like vented sides on the top for breathability and an elastic drawstring waistband on the shorts. The pajamas come in several colors, and we think they’re worth the splurge. They offer classic style and cooling comfort without the fuss of dry cleaning or hand washing.

Material: 100% silk | Size Range: XS-XXL | Care: Machine wash cold, line dry

This PJ romper from Monrow is a breathable pick for hot sleepers. The romper is made of rayon, cotton, and spandex, so it’s breathable, stretchy, and soft, with a cut that maximizes airflow to keep you cool. The romper also has skinny adjustable straps, breezy shorts, and spacious pockets. It’s fitted but not tight, so you can comfortably sleep and move around in it. The romper comes in several colors and is convenient to clean: You can toss it in the washer and dryer with the rest of your laundry.

Material: 67% rayon, 30% cotton, 3% Spandex | Size Range: XS-XL | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low

This Bed Threads PJ set is cute enough to wear anywhere but is especially perfect for sleep. Made of 100% flax linen, the pajamas are lightweight, cooling, and comfortable. Each set has a short-sleeve button-up top and elastic waistband shorts that feel breezy and comfortable. We like that you can machine wash and dry them, though the brand recommends air drying the set to keep the linen in tip-top shape. This stylish PJ set comes in over a dozen colors to suit any style, and the items are also available as separates, so they’re easy to mix and match.

Material: 100% flax linen | Size Range: S-3XL | Care: Machine wash cold, line dry, or tumble dry low

The Skims Soft Lounge Tank is a great basic to keep in your pajama drawer. The top is made of a buttery-soft blend of modal and spandex, and the ribbed fabric is lightweight and breathable, lending the tank a barely there feel. It fits like a second skin, so you can move around without cloth bunching up or digging in. With its thick straps, hip-grazing length, and cozy scoop neckline, the tank offers coverage without sacrificing airflow. It’s also available in sizes XXS to 4X and is machine washable for easy cleaning.

Material: 91% modal, 9% Spandex | Size Range: XXS-4X | Care: Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry

If you want cooling pajama shorts, the Negative Underwear Eclipse Silk Boxers are tough to beat. They are made of 100% silk, so they’re breathable and cooling for hot sleepers and warm seasons alike. Unlike other silk pajamas, these have been sand-washed, meaning the finish feels as soft as suede. The shorts have a comfortable high-rise cut, breezy feel, and stretchy waistband, and their faux fly is lined with Mother of Pearl buttons. Though they’re silk, the shorts are machine washable and come in several colors, and you can pair them with a matching silk pajama top.

Material: 100% silk | Size Range: XS-XXL | Care: Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry

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