What is a good temporary bed option for a guest staying in a nursery?

If you need a temporary bed for a guest staying in a nursery, there are several solid options. Here’s a quick look at different beds, highlighting their space efficiency, comfort, and how easy they are to set up and store.

Koala Sofa Bed

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Doubles as a sofa for daytime use

• Comfortable and supportive foam mattress

Cons

• Heavier than typical folding beds due to sturdy design

• Takes up more floor space when opened

The Koala Sofa Bed offers a practical solution for accommodating guests in a nursery. Available in single, double, and queen sizes, its compact design fits well in smaller rooms, with the 3-seater measuring 31.9" high by 69.7" wide and 39" deep, extending to 87.2" when open.

The dual-layer polyurethane foam mattress, topped with Kloudcell®, provides firm yet comfortable support, and the CertiPUR-US® certification ensures durability.

Assembly is tool-free and typically takes about 15 minutes. The sofa bed converts easily from seating to sleeping position, and its stable frame remains manageable for repositioning within the space.

LUCID Rollaway Folding Guest Bed with 4-Inch Memory Foam Mattress

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Folds compactly for easy storage

• Setup is quick and tool-free

Cons

• Mattress may feel thin for some guests

• Limited to single sleeper only

This folding guest bed measures 74 inches long by 31 inches wide and stands 12 inches high when open, offering a compact sleeping solution. When folded, it reduces to 44 inches high by 10.5 inches deep, making it easy to store in a closet or under a bed.

The frame provides 11 inches of clearance for extra storage space underneath.

It features a 4-inch mattress composed of 1 inch of memory foam and 3 inches of support foam, with a breathable bamboo cover.

Tool-free setup and dual-locking caster wheels allow for quick assembly and smooth movement within the nursery.

Milliard Premium Folding Bed with Luxurious Memory Foam Mattress

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Rolls easily on wheels for storage

• Mattress cover is removable and washable

Cons

• Setup requires some assembly time

• Mattress width may feel narrow for adults

This folding bed measures 75 inches long and 31.5 inches wide, providing a compact sleeping solution for guests in a nursery.

When not in use, it folds down to about 14 inches thick and features wheels for easy movement and storage in closets or under furniture.

The mattress combines a supportive foam base with a memory foam top layer, creating a medium-firm feel, and is covered with a removable, washable fabric for convenience.

Assembly takes 5–15 minutes and does not require tools, while the split-fold design and included brackets allow for efficient storage and optional headboard or footboard attachment.

Zinus Memory Foam Resort Folding Guest Bed with Wheels

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Folds up neatly and saves space

• Memory foam mattress offers good comfort

Cons

• Wheels do not lock, can shift on hard floors

• May be too tall for some nurseries

This folding guest bed provides a space-efficient solution for nurseries, measuring 38 inches wide by 75 inches long when set up, and folding down to a compact 15.4-inch depth for easy storage.

It features a 5-inch mattress with 1 inch of memory foam layered over 4 inches of high-density support foam, offering good comfort and support for short-term stays, The mattress is CertiPUR-US certified, which can be reassuring for families concerned about materials.

The bed is straightforward to set up, and the built-in wheels help with portability and movement between rooms.

Lightspeed Outdoors 2-Person PVC-Free Air Bed Mattress

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Lightweight and easy to move

• Adjustable firmness for personalized comfort

Cons

• Requires batteries for the pump

• May lose air and need reinflating

This air bed measures 78 by 56 inches when inflated, offering space for two adults, and compresses down to a compact 18.4 by 9.2 inches for storage; convenient for tucking under a crib or in a closet.

Made from TPU, it features a stabilizer system with 192 connectors for even support and reduced motion transfer, and firmness can be adjusted using a two-way Boston valve.

At just 5.4 pounds, it’s lightweight and comes with a battery-operated pump for quick inflation in about 2.5 minutes.

Deflation is straightforward, and the oversized carry bag and built-in handles simplify transport and storage.