Best Mattress for Side Sleepers in Loveland, CO | Pressure Relief Guide

Best Mattress for Side Sleepers in Loveland, CO

If you’re a side sleeper, your mattress matters more than you think. The wrong bed can cause shoulder pain, hip pressure, numb arms, and lower back strain. At Mattress Unboxed in Loveland, Colorado, we work with side sleepers every day, and the biggest issue we see isn’t firmness — it’s pressure relief and spinal alignment.

This guide breaks down what side sleepers actually need and which mattresses you can try locally that solve those problems.


Why Side Sleepers Need More Pressure Relief

When you sleep on your side, most of your body weight rests on two main points:

  • Shoulders

  • Hips

If your mattress is too firm, those areas take too much pressure. If it’s too soft, your hips sink and throw your spine out of alignment. The goal is a mattress that:

✔ Cushions pressure points
✔ Keeps your spine straight
✔ Prevents shoulder and hip pain
✔ Supports your lower back

This balance is called contouring support, and it’s the key factor side sleepers should shop for.


What to Look for in a Mattress if You Sleep on Your Side

Before we talk brands, here’s what actually matters:

1. Pressure Relief Layers

Memory foam or advanced comfort foams help cradle shoulders and hips without creating pressure.

2. Zoned Support

Mattresses with firmer support under the hips and softer comfort under shoulders keep your spine aligned.

3. Medium to Medium-Soft Feel

Most side sleepers do best in the 4–6 firmness range (not rock hard, not ultra plush).

4. Motion Isolation

Side sleepers tend to toss and turn more. Good motion control helps couples sleep better.


Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers Available in Loveland

Here are three top-performing options you can try right here in Loveland.


🛏 Helix Midnight Luxe for Side Sleepers

(Available at our Helix Mattress showroom in Loveland)

The Helix Midnight Luxe is one of the most popular choices for side sleepers because it’s engineered specifically for pressure relief.

Why it works:

  • Zoned lumbar support to keep hips aligned

  • Plush comfort layers to cushion shoulders

  • Excellent motion isolation for couples

  • Breathable cooling upgrades available

If you wake up with shoulder soreness, this model is a standout.

👉 Learn more on our Helix Mattresses in Loveland page.


🛏 Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe (Soft or Medium)

(Part of our Brooklyn Bedding collection in Loveland)

Side sleepers who run hot love this one. It combines pressure relief with advanced cooling tech.

Why it works:

  • Deep contouring without feeling “stuck”

  • Great for hip and shoulder relief

  • Strong support core for spinal alignment

  • Designed to sleep noticeably cooler

It’s a strong fit for athletes and active people dealing with joint pressure.

👉 See options on our Brooklyn Bedding mattresses in Loveland page.


🛏 Leesa Sapira Chill (Plush or Medium)

(Available at our Leesa mattress display in Loveland)

Leesa is known for balanced comfort, and the Sapira Chill line adds cooling and hybrid support.

Why it works:

  • Soft surface feel with sturdy underlying support

  • Reduces pressure without sagging

  • Good edge support for couples

  • Cooling cover for temperature control

Great for side sleepers who want a slightly more responsive feel than traditional memory foam.

👉 Explore our Leesa mattresses in Loveland collection.


Common Side Sleeper Problems (And Fixes)

Problem Mattress Solution
Shoulder pain Softer comfort layers + contouring foam
Hip pressure Zoned support or hybrid construction
Lower back soreness Medium feel with spinal alignment support
Tossing and turning Pressure relief reduces pressure build-up

Why Trying in Person Matters

Online descriptions don’t tell you how a mattress feels under your shoulders and hips. At Mattress Unboxed in Loveland, we help side sleepers compare pressure relief, firmness, and support differences side-by-side so you can actually feel what works.

You’ll also get:

  • Guidance based on your sleep style

  • Help comparing Helix, Brooklyn Bedding, and Leesa models

  • A chance to test cooling and support features in person


Final Thoughts

The best mattress for side sleepers isn’t the softest one — it’s the one that balances cushioning and alignment. Models like the Helix Midnight Luxe, Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe, and Leesa Sapira Chill consistently perform well for side sleepers because they’re built to relieve pressure while supporting the spine.

If you’re in Loveland or Northern Colorado, stop by Mattress Unboxed to test these side-sleeper favorites and find the one that fits your body best.