7 Best Toddler Floor Beds 2024

Finding the best toddler floor bed shouldn't be a chore. You want something safe, reliable, and cozy enough to help your little one drift off to sleep. Even if you've purchased a toddler bed with a toddler mattress, there's still a question of safety—especially for squirmy sleepers.

To help your little one gain a little freedom while transitioning from a baby crib, a floor bed might be the answer.

What is a toddler floor bed?

Wiggly toddlers move a lot while they sleep and if their bed sits too high off the floor, they could fall and hurt themselves. Toddler floor beds are a game-changer for sleep safety, so they can sleep without fear (and you, too!). They lie directly on the floor which gives kids the practice they need to get in and out of bed on their own.

We've rounded up some of our favorites to take the guesswork out of getting your toddler to fall asleep (and stay asleep) safely.

Best toddler floor bed picks 2024

Best overall

Tatub Full House Bed with Railings

Toddler floor beds are brilliant solutions for young sleepers. Perfect for fostering independence while keeping your child safe from rolling out onto the floor, these safer toddler beds also look gorgeous in decorated rooms. This kids' bed is our overall top-rated floor bed made from durable, solid wood complete with safety guardrails. It comes in twin, full and queen sizes in three finishes.

We promise they'll think the transition to a floor big kid bed is a total treat.

Pros

• Made of solid wood
• Guardrails keep your child safe
• Helps toddlers get in and out of bed with ease
• Slat kit included
• Budget-friendly

Cons

• Many reviewers state assembly takes about an hour, so clear a bit of your schedule

Best budget

P'kolino Casita House Twin Floor Bed

Money-conscious parents will adore this simplistic toddler floor bed. The roof and chimney-inspired headboard adds a charming touch. The frame is made of durable, sustainably sourced pine wood. It's compatible with a standard twin mattress and can be used with or without a boxspring.

Pros

• Durable pine wood
• Affordable
• Helps toddlers get in and out of bed easily
• Straightforward assembly

Cons

• No guardrails, but it has a low-profile base
• Mattress not included

Best luxury

MERITLINE Kids House Bunk Beds

There's no doubt that kids love imaginative, creative play. Why not combine that with the beautiful architecture of this ultra-luxe toddler bed? This bunk bed features a twin bed on the upper bunk and a twin on the bottom so there's room for sleepovers.

The beautifully designed bed is made from solid pine and has built-in storage to save space while holding your little one's toys. It's an entire imagination and play zone that doubles as a clever, safe sleep space.

Pros

• High-end play-zone finishes
• Space-saving design, complete with stairs and storage
• Fits two twin beds
• Elegant colors
• Made from solid pine
• The bottom bunk is close to the ground which keeps your child safe

Cons

• Assembly takes a good hour or two for one person

Best Walmart

UHOMEPRO Kids Toddler Bed with Fence and Door

This toddler bed features a built-in door and fence that keeps your child safe and secure. It's made of pine wood slats that are thick and extra durable. This floor bed has over 1,000 highly positive ratings from Walmart customers. It comes in twin, full and queen sizes and four finishes.

Pros

• Thick pine wood slats for enhanced durability
• Guardrails keep your child protected
• Easy to assemble

Cons

• Pricier than other models
• No mattress included, although there are a variety of Walmart twin mattress options

Best twin size

Bellemave House Twin Size Floor Bed with Fence Railings

This Modern House design by Bellemave has all the bells and whistles any kid—or parent—wants in a toddler floor bed. Made with solid pine wood and high-quality MDF, this twin-size Montessori floor bed is an excellent choice.

A load-bearing slat kit and fence guard rails let you rest easy knowing your toddler is safe and secure in this stylish floor bed frame. It's also easy to assemble and dresses up the look of a mattress on the floor, offering a bed with rails built around your preferred kids' mattress. This floor bed comes in twin and full sizes in four finishes.

Pros

• Frame holds up to 300 pounds
• Made with solid pine wood
• Comes with a durable, sturdy slat kit
• Fence provides safety from rolling out

Cons

• Change sheets with care as some taller reviewers mentioned knocking their heads into the roof frame

Best convertible crib to toddler bed

Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 Convertible Crib with Toddler Bed

This convertible crib packs in a ton of value —  it transforms from a crib into a toddler bed with a guard rail to a daybed when your child is ready for the transition. This Babyletto offering has over 2,000 near-perfect reviews on Amazon, so plenty of parents approve.

The modern minimalist design comes in nine neutral finishes to suit a variety of nurseries. It's made of sturdy pine wood and accommodates standard full-size crib mattresses.

Pros

• 3-in-1 functionality
• Suitable for newborns to toddlers
• Easily fits your crib mattress
• Sturdy pine wood

Cons

• Mattress not included

Best metal frame

Zinus Metal and Bamboo Platform Bed

This handsome Zinus metal framed toddler floor bed is a larger-scale Montessori bed aimed for growing toddlers and kids alike. We love it for adults that prefer being closer to the floor, too. No platform is needed, and it's made of sustainable bamboo with wood slats.

A durable steel frame sure to stand up to even the busiest little bodies. This platform-style option allows mattresses to sit on top of supportive wood slats just six inches off the ground. It's ideal for growing children and older people alike, and comes in a variety of bed sizes.

Choose from twin, full, queen or king in two finishes. The larger frame size means it also accommodates our favorite kids' mattress, the Helix Kids mattress.

Pros

• Durable metal frame made from steel
• Affordable
• Sustainable wood and bamboo accents
• No box spring necessary
• Only six inches off the ground
• Comes in twin, full, queen and king sizes

Cons

• Assembly takes about 40 minutes

FAQs

Are Montessori floor beds safe?

Absolutely! For young children and those prone to lots of sleep movement, these brilliant designs are actually best. That's because they sit either flush against the floor or just a couple of inches above, limiting the potential for dangerous falls. And you can still add guard rails.

Who created floor beds for toddlers?

Well, humans have slept on or near floors for thousands of years—so the jury is out on that when. Dr. Maria Montessori did popularize the idea and concept for young children in more recent years, though. She suggested toddler floor bed options and Montessori-style beds for toddlers to improve sleep safety and quality.

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