Our editors’ favorite bathrobes of 2026
Feel like you are at a luxury spa while in the comfort of your own home in one of these robes.
The Citizenry Mara Organic Waffle Robe
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Best for lounging
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To pick the bathrobes on this list, I relied on recommendations from NBC Select editors. Many that made the list were either contenders or winners that we tested for our Best of Bed and Bath Awards.
To help you shop, we also asked design and textile professionals from The Citizenry and Serena & Lily for shopping guidance. Since they work for brands that make bathrobes, we did not ask them for product recommendations, and any products from The Citizenry and Serena & Lily on our list are there because they came highly recommended by NBC Select editors. Here are the features experts recommend you keep in mind when shopping for robes:
The below bathrobes are all favorites of NBC Select editors. Many were tested and earned an NBC Select Best of Bed and Bath Award.
We tested this robe for our Best of Bed and Bath Awards, and it won the top slot for best robe. The 100% organic cotton style is an NBC Select staff favorite because it’s perfect for post-shower or simply for lounging around the house. “The soft waffle weave fabric is super lightweight, so I never feel hot when I wear it right out of the shower, which is my usual problem with robes,” says Mili Godio, NBC Select updates editor. The robe is also cozy and absorbent, according to NBC Select editorial project manager Rebecca Rodriguez.
Material: 100% organic cotton | Sizes: S-L | Colors: Olive, Rose, Mist
This one scored points (and won an NBC Select Bed and Bath Award) for being great to throw on post-shower. This robe is a shorter style, hitting at the knee or above on most people. It also has short sleeves and no collar. “It felt light to wear and was perfect for post-shower because it was basically like wearing a really light towel around my house,” says Rosalie Tinelli, NBC Select senior social media editor. Tinelli also likes that the 100% organic long-staple cotton robe is quick drying.
Material: 100% organic cotton | Sizes: XS-XXL | Colors: Light blue on white, navy on white, gray on white
After trying multiple options during Bed and Bath Award testing, NBC Select SEO editor Nikki Brown found one of her favorite robes — this plush cotton robe from Crane & Canopy. The highly absorbent robe has a shawl collar, turn-back cuffs and an adjustable tie to keep you comfortable.
Material: 100% Turkish cotton | Sizes: S- L | Colors: White, Light Grey, Grey
Brooklinen makes some of our favorite duvet covers and bed sheets. According to NBC Select associate reporter Bianca Alvarez, the brand’s ribbed bathrobe also earns top marks. “It’s plush, dries me quickly and is easy to wash — I could go on and on about it,” says Alvarez. The robe has a relaxed fit and wide sleeves. It also has two side-seam pockets for you to stash your phone, tissues or anything else you want to keep with you.
Material: 100% Turkish cotton | Sizes: XS-S, M-L, XL-XXL | Colors: Vanilla, Blue Sea
If you prefer a plush robe, this one from Serena & Lily fits the bill. It has a waffle weave front and a terry cloth lining for maximum absorbency. I love to wrap myself in it after a bath — it’s so soft and feels like a robe you’d find at a luxurious spa. Not only does it absorb water almost immediately, the material also dries very quickly, so you’re not hanging out in a wet robe. It hits just above the ankles and has long sleeves, so it’s a good robe for colder months when you need something to keep you warm.
Material: 100% cotton | Sizes: S- XL | Colors: White
This short style is made from polyester charmeuse, a material that is not very absorbent — so it’s better for lounging than it is for putting on after you shower. “It’s so lightweight and a great kimono-style robe to throw on before bed, while I’m getting ready in the morning or even just having breakfast on a lazy weekend morning,” says Zoe Malin, NBC Select associate updates editor. “It feels so luxurious while still being cozy. This would be an amazing gift, especially for new moms.”
Material: 100% polyester charmeuse | Sizes: XS-S, M-L, XL, 1X-2X | Colors: In Bloom, Confetti Dot, Animal Print
This 100% long-staple Turkish cotton unisex robe also earned an NBC Select Best of Bed and Bath award. It is made from 4-ply cotton gauze and has two side pockets and a waist tie. Alvarez enjoys the size and fit of this robe, saying that she can adjust how tight it fits using the attached tie, and that the length falls comfortably right below her knees. Both Alvarez and Malin found the material to be soft and warm without causing them to overheat by being too thick or fluffy. “It’s lightweight and breezy, so I can comfortably wear it for hours, and it makes for a great all-season robe,” says Malin.
Material: 100% Turkish cotton | Sizes: XS-3X | Colors: Bone, Rose, Clover, Surplus, Dusk, Moss, Coal, Java, Evergreen
This Lake Pajamas robe is NBC Select editor Lindsay Schneider’s favorite lounging option because it’s one of the softest she owns. “I couldn’t live without it,” she says. “It’s lightweight, so I don’t sweat while wearing, and it’s not too heavy, so I can wear it year-round, including the summer months.” The knit robe has scallop detailing, pockets large enough to hold your phone and a belt to adjust the fit to your liking.
Material: 100% pima cotton | Sizes: XXS-XXL | Colors: Baltic Blue Solid, Meadow, White, Wildflower
This robe has long sleeves and hits below the knees, plus it has two large pockets on the front and a tie closure. Malin is a fan of the fabric: “It is so soft and buttery. It’s not thick but still feels cozy,” she says. Malin also says the fabric absorbed water droplets quickly.
Material: 100% pima cotton | Sizes: X-XXL | Colors: Black, Navy
If you are looking to purchase a bathrobe, the experts I spoke to suggest you keep the following tips in mind:
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I am a contributor at NBC Select and a journalist who regularly covers topics like beauty, home and lifestyle. For this story, I spoke to experts about what to consider when shopping for a bathrobe.
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