Ottoman Beds
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We list over 4,200 ottoman beds here from The Range, Robert Dyas, Furniture in Fashion and other UK retailers. An ottoman bed swaps the divan's small drawers for one large lift-up storage compartment under the mattress, accessed via a gas-strut hinge at the foot or side of the bed.
Practically, you get around 200 litres of usable storage on a double and roughly 270 litres on a king. That's enough for spare bedding, off-season clothes, and the suitcases that otherwise live on top of the wardrobe. Two questions matter most: side-lift versus end-lift (side-lift suits beds against a wall; end-lift needs clearance at the foot but lifts the mattress further), and spring-strut versus gas-strut (gas is smoother and quieter, springs sometimes wear). Below £250 you're in spring-strut, plywood-base territory. £450 and up gets a hardwood frame, proper gas struts, and a 5-year frame warranty.
1,623 Ottoman Beds from 14 UK Retailers in May ’26
Frequently asked questions
How much storage does an ottoman bed have?
Roughly 200 litres on a double and 270 litres on a king. That is enough for spare bedding, off-season clothes and the suitcases that otherwise live on top of the wardrobe. Depth is usually 30-35cm under the mattress, so taller items have to lie flat.
Are ottoman beds easy to lift?
Modern gas-strut ottomans lift with one hand at any size, since the strut takes most of the weight. Older spring-strut models are harder to lift and the springs wear over years of use. If you are buying second-hand or a budget model, check the lift action before committing.
What's the difference between an ottoman and a divan?
An ottoman has one large compartment under the whole base, accessed by lifting the mattress on gas struts. A divan has small fitted drawers in the base side that pull out. Ottomans store more (200L versus 85L on a double); divans are easier to access for daily items.
