Best bath mats for all bathrooms and budgets 2024

Fed up of your bathroom being overrun by plastic bath toys and a scattering of soggy towels on the floor? Wanting to reinstate some order and create a stylish sanctuary? We have a simple but effective solution — invest in a gorgeous new bath mat.

Naturally you’ll want to buy a mat that lets you step out of the bath onto a plush and soft non-slip surface, but you can also add some serious style points to an otherwise functional family bathroom.

We’ve trawled the Mumsnet forums for reviews and recommendations to put together a selection of the best bath mats to buy. Whether you’re looking for a classic style, a cork surface, a statement design or a luxurious fluffy mat, we’ve found the best buys for you and your family.

Here are the best bath mats to buy in 2024.

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1. Best overall bath mat: Panda Bamboo bath mat

Price: £33 | Buy now from Amazon

"We got this bamboo one which is really thick and absorbent" - recommended by Mumsnet user, Jane411 

Hand woven from a blend of 60% long staple cotton and 40% organic bamboo, this eco-friendly bath mat offers a silky soft sensation under foot. Bamboo is highly absorbent and can take up to three times its weight in water. It’s also naturally antibacterial so it’s a good option for those with allergies or skin irritation. This brand has strong eco-credentials too as it uses biodegradable wrap rather than plastic packaging. A big thumbs up from us. It comes in a variety of colours too including pure white, urban grey, ink and sand.

Key specs

• Size: 50 × 80cm

• Machine washable: Yes

2. Best budget bath mat: Microfiber Soft Tufted Waves Design Bath Mat

Price: £10 | Buy now from Amazon

For around the same price as a luxury shower gel, you can protect your floor and add a pop of colour to your bathroom to boot. This cheap and cheerful mat is made from tufted microfiber, a synthetic fabric that's both soft and ultra absorbent. The wavy design is available in a range of colours and despite featuring a non-slip latex backing, it's fully machine washable.

Key specs

• Size: 40 × 60cm

• Machine washable: Yes

3. Best statement monochrome mat: Yugarlibi Black White Geometric Rug

Price: £16 | Buy now from Amazon

If you’re looking to make a statement in your bathroom but still want to keep things practical, this monochrome bath mat covers all bases. Not only have you got a stylish, geometric Aztec print design, this mat offers a touch of glam with tassels at each side. Woven from a mix of cotton, polyester and viscose, it's lightweight and absorbent. It's not as soft underfoot as some of the other mats in our roundup but it's an affordable way to brighten up your bathroom in an instant.

Key specs

• Size: 60 × 90cm

• Machine washable: Yes

4. Best cork bath mat: Luxury Large Thick Cork Mat

Price: £21 | Buy now from Amazon

"I wouldn't ever buy anything other than a cork bath mat – but be sure to get one at least 15mm" - recommended by Mumsnet user, Snowinsummer

A cork bath mat is a winning choice for families. It’s probably the most practical material if your little ones enjoy competitive splashing while in the bathtub as water can be drained off or absorbed easily. Cork mats won’t budge on your bathroom floor either. And you’ll also have one less thing to add to your washing pile as you can rinse cork down in the bath or shower. Not the most stylish option, but definitely a good pick for practicality!

Key specs

• Size: L60 x W40 x D1.5cm

• Machine washable: No

5. Best quick-dry mat: Luxury Quick Dry Ombre Mat

Price: £20 | Buy now from Marks & Spencer

No one likes to hop out of the shower onto a damp or soggy bath mat. If you’re sharing a busy bathroom in the morning, snap up this fast-drying bath mat from M&S. It’s deep plush pile feels lovely on the feet, even though it’s made from synthetic fibres – but that’s just what helps it dry so quickly ready for the next bather. It also has a latex grip underneath to help it stay in place. The on-trend ombre colourway adds a pop of colour to a white bathroom.

Key specs

• Size: 80 × 50cm

• Machine washable: Yes

6. Best non-slip fluffy bath mat: Luxury Cotton, Non-Slip Charcoal Bath Mat

Price: £12 | Buy now from Dunelm

"I've got the rubber backed ones from Dunelm, they're machine washable and dry quickly overnight" - recommended by Mumsnet user, DontBuyANewMumCashmere

This classic rectangular bath mat with a Greek key design comes in a range of colours to suit your colour scheme. For £12 you get 100% cotton soft pile for your feet as well as a rubber latex backing so the mat doesn’t slip when you step out of the bath or shower. Although this looks nice on the floor, you will need to air it over the side of the bath or a (non-heated) rail so bacteria doesn’t develop under the moist rubber backing. That said, it’s a great budget buy.

Key specs

• Size: 50 × 80cm

• Machine washable: Yes

7. Best bamboo bath mat: Klass Home Rectangular Wooden Bath Mat

Price: £20 | Buy now from Amazon

Bamboo wooden mats are a great alternative to fluffy rugs and can give your bathroom a Scandi-minimal look or a spa-feel. This Klass Home mat is made from natural bamboo and is water-resistant. It stays secure on your floor with small rubber feet underneath and it’s a hygienic alternative to a fabric rug as it’s so easy to clean.

Key specs

• Size: 60 × 35 × 3cm

• Machine washable: No

8. Best fun slogan bath mat: Super Soft Rise & Shine Bath Mat

Price: £16 | Buy now from Amazon

Inject some personality into your bathroom with this fun bath mat. The ‘Rise & Shine’ slogan is sure to make you smile when you step out of the shower – even on a Monday morning! Made from polyester, it's super soft with a non-slip backing and is fully machine washable. The monochrome design should suit most bathroom colour schemes and it's an easy way to add a bit of fun to your floor.

Key specs

• Size: 50 × 80cm

• Machine washable: Yes

9. Most absorbent bath mat: Lifewit Non-Slip Chenille Bath Mat

Price: £15 | Buy now from Amazon

If your bathroom floor is used to getting a good soaking at bathtime, you'll want to ensure that your bath mat is effective at keeping things neat and dry. Made from chenille yarn, this super absorbent mat will protect your floor from drips and dries very quickly. Backed with PVC mesh, it won't shift when you step onto it either so it's a good option

if you have tiles or vinyl flooring. It's machine washable but be sure to use a low temperature setting and air dry afterwards.

Key specs

• Size: 80 × 50cm

• Machine washable: Yes

10. Best luxury bath mat: Il De Re Bath Mat

Price: £50 | Buy now from The White Company

For a classic white and luxurious bath mat, The White Company is your go-to retailer. Described as a ‘treat for your feet’, this thick mat is made from a premium long-loop pile hydrocotton and is fast-drying and lightweight. A quality bath mat that will go the distance even after throwing it into the washing machine time and time again.

Key specs

• Size: Square: 60 × 60cm; medium: 50 × 80cm; large: 70 × 110cm; extra large: 100 × 150cm

• Machine washable: Yes

How to choose the best bath mat

A bath mat is a good way of adding some style and personality to your bathroom – a room that’s often neglected when it comes to interior design. Depending on the size of your family and the age of your children, you’ll also need to consider practicality. Do you have small people at risk of slipping? Do you want a mat that you can throw in the washing machine or one that you can wipe-clean to to avoid adding to your laundry pile?

Here are some points to think about when shopping for a bath mat:

• Will the size fit your floor area?

• Is it non-slip?

• Is it machine washable?

• Is it anti-bacterial or is it prone to collecting dirt?

What's the best material for bath mats?

Choosing the right material for your bath mat largely depends on your personal preference, although there are some benefits to certain compositions. Mats made from 100% cotton offer a luxurious feel but you may prefer a harder surface like a water-resistant wooden duckboard or a cork mat, which are both very easy to keep clean. Some mats have an anti-slip latex or a rubber grip on the bottom which is a good idea if you have shiny tiles in your bathroom.

How often should bath mats be washed and can they be put in the tumble dryer?

Bath mats can be prone to collect fluff, dust, bacteria… and unwanted body hair (ew!), so it’s a good idea to shake out your mat regularly and wash it once a week with your towels. Mats with hard surfaces like bamboo and cork can be rinsed down. Check individual labels to see if you can tumble dry. It’s usually a no-go for rubber-backed mats.

What is the best bath mat to buy?

The Panda Bamboo Bath Mat is a sure-fire winner. It’s crafted to a high standard with bamboo cotton to feel super soft on your feet and it has natural anti-bacterial properties to boot. A great buy.

How we chose our recommendations

Because we know that there’s nothing like a real recommendation from a real parent, we first headed to the Mumsnet forums to find out which bath mats discerning Mumsnet users had bought for their homes. We compiled a list of bath mats they recommended for being durable and offering value for money.

We then did some research across the wider web, looking at which bath mats had won accolades or been featured in ‘best buy’ lists across websites and print media, and what customer reviews said about them.

Having collated all that information, we picked the best bath mats we thought would make the best buys.

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