The best bunk beds are a brilliant way to save space. Plus, for kids, they’re just plain cool. Some designs even incorporate a desk, storage shelves or a third, hidden, trundle bed. And if the idea of building a flat-pack bunk bed fills you with dread, many companies offer a home-assembly service.Beyond the design and the level of fun factor, you’ll also want to make some practical considerations when shopping for a bunk bed. Make sure the height of the top bunk fits with the room, and that the ladder will be easy enough for your little one to clamber up at the end of a long day. Some bunk beds recommend an age of six or more to ensure that children can sleep safely on the top bunk. Many brands will also advise on a maximum top bed mattress depth (usually about 15cm), to make sure your child can’t tip over the edge of the bed frame.With all that in mind, we (along with some mini testers) put a range of bunk beds through their paces – keep scrolling to discover which designs make our list of the best bunk beds for kids.Read more: 8 best kids’ mattresses, tried and tested We put a range of bunk beds to the test in our own homes (Kat Storr/The Independent)The best kids’ bunk beds for 2026 are: Best overall – Happy Beds domino oak wooden and metal kids storage bunk bed, 3ft single: £439, Happybeds.co.ukBest for growing kids – Just Kids Chatham bunk bed: £283.99, Wayfair.co.ukBest for sleepovers – Little Folks Furniture classic beech bunk bed with storage and trundle: £574, Littlefolksfurniture.co.ukBest novelty design – Julian Bowen camper van bunk bed: £901.14, Amazon.co.ukRead more: 10 best kids’ headphones, reviewed