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If you love to travel, camp, or visit friends and family, there’s no reason to stop adventuring just because you have a toddler! That said, one thing that can make travel much more enjoyable for everyone is a good night’s sleep.

Having a portable travel bed that’s specifically designed for your toddler and can be used in a variety of settings is a lifesaver — especially since adult beds really aren’t designed for children under the age of 2.

Take the uncertainty out of bedtime in a new location by trying one of the toddler travel beds on our list. And take our word for it: Having a special travel bed for your toddler will make bedtime much easier (and more fun) for everyone in the family.

The perfect toddler travel bed will be compact, so you can take it anywhere and pack it easily. There are three different types of toddler travel beds:

  • Inflatable. Much like an inflatable mattress, these pack down easily and can be inflated with a manual or electric pump. However, it’s possible to puncture them, which will cause them to deflate.
  • Foldable. These beds fold up, much like a camping chair. They’re sturdier than inflatable travel beds, but they also take up more room — so they may not be ideal for air travel or other types of travel with limited space.
  • Pop-up tent. These are quick to assemble and fully enclose your child’s sleep area. They can be smaller than some other toddler travel bed types, though, so your child may outgrow these faster than some of the other options.

Other things to consider? The specific height and weight restrictions of a bed can vary greatly. You’ll also want to know how easy it is to clean as well as what it costs.

Depending on the age of your child and how much they roll around during their sleep, you may also want a toddler travel bed with rails or bumpers.

When choosing what toddler travel beds made the cut, we took into consideration the things that matter most, including:

  • price
  • size
  • weight
  • durability
  • ease of cleaning

We also took into account feedback from your fellow parents, since we know there’s no one you trust more.

Pricing Guide

  • $ = under $50
  • $$ = $51–$100
  • $$$ = over $100

Best overall toddler travel bed

Regalo My Cot Portable Toddler Bed

Price: $

Looking for something that’s easy to carry yet also sturdy? This bed is super easy to unfold for use and refold for storage. It’s lightweight for travel, and the canvas cloth means you don’t have to worry about it deflating! It also includes a fitted sheet.

This is a very popular option for day cares, sleepovers, or even camping. As an added bonus, its very low price point means less stress over cost.
Downsides? If you have a child who rolls in their sleep, this bed doesn’t come with side rails or bumpers. Some parents have tried to partially solve this problem by placing it next to a wall.

Also, when it’s folded, this bed is a little bigger than most collapsed inflatable beds.

Best budget toddler travel bed

The Shrunks Toddler Travel Bed

Price: $$

An inflatable toddler travel bed that’s designed to not squeak means even the lightest little sleepers will get a better night sleep! It’s an inflatable bed, but it fits standard-size crib sheets and blankets.

Dual-chamber inflation allows you to tuck in the blankets like a normal bed Best of all, it includes security rails for safety and can hold up to 150 pounds, so it’ll last your little one a long time.

Easiest toddler travel bed to set up

Joovy Foocot Child Cot

Price: $

A quick foldout bed, this cot has many of the same benefits as the Regalo My Cot when it comes to easy setup.

But there’s one big difference between the two: This cot has two storage pockets where you can leave a water cup, stuffed animal, flashlight, or small book so your child can easily access it during the night!

The included travel bag also has a shoulder strap to make it easier to transport.

Easiest toddler travel bed to clean

Milliard Toddler Nap Mat

Price: $$

The machine-washable bamboo cover on this travel bed makes it super easy to clean. Setup is also a breeze with this thick foam mat, since it just needs to be folded out. What’s more, the mat will offer your toddler plenty of comfort while they sleep — without needing to reinflate!

What’s not to love? Well, if you have a child who’s a roller, this mat doesn’t come with rails or bumpers. It also takes up more real estate when folded up than some of the other options, so it might not be as easy to pack.

Best toddler travel bed for camping

KidCo PeaPod Portable Travel Bed

Price: $$

Your little one will love having their own tent inside the bigger camping tent with this pop-up travel bed! It has plenty of airflow, thanks to the mesh — which will also help to keep mosquito bites to a minimum.

This bed includes a mat pad, so you don’t have to worry about the rough ground. Depending on the height of your little one, though, they may have to curl up a bit to fit inside.

Best toddler travel bed with rails

hiccapop Inflatable Toddler Travel Bed with Safety Bumpers

Price: $$

We love the rails on this travel bed, and the extra features really help set it apart from the other toddler travel bed options. It inflates quickly and works with standard-size crib sheets and blankets.

Got a tall toddler? This bed is 25 percent longer than the standard toddler bed. Even though it’s an inflatable, everything — from the thicker vinyl to the reinforced seams — is designed to keep air in and prevent punctures. (Did we mention that the original manufacturer offers a lifetime guarantee?!)

Best long/extended-size toddler travel bed

BABYSEATER Toddler Air Mattress with Sides

Price: $

An air mattress will frequently give your little one more room than most of the cot or fold-up bed options. Still, this one goes above and beyond, accommodating kids up to 4 feet tall and 310 pounds!

The extra-tall safety bumpers will help keep rolling sleepers safe. As an added bonus, it fits all standard-size crib sheets and blankets, so you don’t have to worry about special bedding.

Downside? This is an inflatable mattress, so it is susceptible to the occasional leak.

Best puncture-resistant toddler travel bed

Leachco BumpZZZ

Price: $$$

This bed is made of foam, so there’s nothing to inflate. The outer cover can be quickly unzipped and machine washed to keep it clean.

It spreads out pretty long, but you can also fold it over to make a lounge chair. And the bumpers mean that you don’t have to worry about a little one who moves a lot in their sleep.

But there’s one major downside: its higher price tag.

One thing that can take some stress out of traveling with your toddler is knowing you have a bed that’ll be safe and the right size — and that’ll make them excited about their sleepover.

If you’re worried that your little one won’t be on board to sleep in a new location, invite them to help you choose the perfect bed and use some of the selections above as starter ideas. Before long, they might be begging to use their chosen travel bed at home, too!