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Small double ottoman beds give you more sleeping room than a single, with gas-lift storage built into the bed, making them ideal for compact bedrooms. Choose a small double storage bed in a fabric or wooden finish, and use the space beneath your small double ottoman for spare bedding and seasonal clothes.
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Both are small double storage beds, but they work differently. An ottoman lifts to give you the whole 120 x 190cm footprint as storage, while a bed with drawers needs clear floor space beside the bed for the drawers to open. A small double takes a 4ft mattress, 30cm wider than a single and 15cm narrower than a double. The frame is larger than the mattress, so check the external dimensions on each listing. As an example, one of our best-selling wooden small double ottomans measures 136 x 206cm externally.
| Small Double Ottoman | Small Double with Drawers | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage capacity | Uses the full footprint beneath the mattress | Split across individual drawers |
| Clearance needed | End-lift: clear space at the foot of the bed. Side-lift: clear space on the opening side. | Clear space on the drawer side for drawers to open fully |
| Daily access | Lift to access - better for seasonal and bulk storage | Pull out at floor level - better for daily items |
| Can replace a chest of drawers? | Yes, it can for seasonal and bulk storage | Partially |
| Room layout flexibility | End-lift works with walls or furniture on both sides; side-lift needs one side kept clear | Needs the drawer side kept clear |
| Best for | Compact rooms and beds pushed against a wall | Daily clothing access where there's room for drawers to open |
Check the floor space beside the bed first. If there isn't room for drawers to open on either side, an ottoman is the practical choice. Our ottoman beds guide explains how to choose storage at every size, and What Is an Ottoman Bed? covers how the lift-up storage works.
Maria Jones, Land of Beds Sales Director: "A small double ottoman is 15cm narrower than a double, so it fits rooms where a double won't, and it still gives you storage across the whole bed. For compact guest rooms and solo bedrooms, it's one of the most practical choices we recommend."
If you're still deciding on a size, see our small double beds page.
The lift direction decides where you stand to reach the storage. In the compact rooms where a small double usually goes, it matters more than colour or headboard style.
| End-Lift Small Double Ottoman | Side-Lift Small Double Ottoman | |
|---|---|---|
| How it opens | Lifts from the foot end | Lifts from one side |
| Clearance needed | Clear space at the foot of the bed | Clear space along the lift side |
| Best when | Both sides are close to walls or have bedside furniture | The foot faces a wall or fitted furniture |
Choose an end-lift small double ottoman if:
Choose a side-lift small double ottoman if:
Measure the space at the foot of the bed and along each side before you choose a lift direction.
Browse end-opening ottoman beds or side-opening ottoman beds to narrow the range.
Use your room width as a first check, then confirm against the frame dimensions on the listing.
| Room Width | Practical Guidance |
|---|---|
| Under 2.5m | Very compact. A small double fits but is tight. An ottoman is especially useful here because it doesn't need space for drawers. |
| 2.5m to 2.8m | A standard compact room for this size, and a good fit for a guest room. End-lift suits most layouts. |
| 2.8m to 3m | Good clearance on both sides. End-lift and side-lift both work, depending on which end has more space. In a guest room, a small double gives a solo guest more room than a single and can sleep two for occasional stays. |
| 3m and above | Comfortable. If the room is 3m or above, also consider a double - see our double ottoman beds. |
For more help furnishing a spare room, read our guest bed buying guide.
Every small double ottoman lists its key specifications on the product page. These are the ones to check before you order.
| Factor | Why It Matters | What to Check |
|---|---|---|
| Lift direction | End-lift or side-lift decides where you stand to reach the storage, which matters most in compact rooms. | Which end or side of the bed has clear space to lift the bed fully |
| Maximum mattress weight | The gas struts are designed to work within a stated mattress weight. As an example, one of our best-selling wooden small double ottomans lists a 45kg maximum. | The maximum mattress weight on the individual listing, checked against your mattress |
| Internal storage height | Storage height varies by model and decides what you can fit inside. As an example, one of our best-selling wooden small double ottomans lists 27cm. | The internal storage height on the individual listing |
| Mattress size | Small double mattresses measure 120 x 190cm. It's a less common size than a double, so check your preferred mattress comes in it. | Browse our small double mattresses before ordering the frame |
Every small double ottoman in our range comes in either a fabric or a wooden finish. Here's how they compare.
| Type | Key Features | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric / Upholstered | Padded headboard, soft finish, wide range of colours | Guest rooms and solo adult bedrooms where design matters |
| Wooden | Wood or wood-effect finish, structured look, easy to wipe clean | Long-term everyday use and rooms that will be redecorated over time |
Choose a fabric small double ottoman if:
Choose a wooden small double ottoman if:
Browse fabric ottoman beds or wooden ottoman beds to compare finishes.
Prices vary by material, construction and finish. Compare what you get for the money and how often the bed will be used.
| Budget | What You Get | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| From £299 to £399 | Fabric designs with practical gas-lift storage and simpler finishes | Guest rooms and bedrooms where budget is a consideration |
| £400 to £599 | Wider choice of fabric and wooden designs, headboard styles and finishes | A main bedroom or guest room used regularly |
| £600 and above | Premium upholstery with extensive fabric and colour choice | Long-term use in a compact bedroom used every night |
Interest-free finance is available on eligible orders and selected terms. See our beds on finance page for details, or spread the cost with Klarna.
| What We Offer | Why It Matters to You |
|---|---|
| 50+ years of experience | Advice from a family-run retailer with decades of experience helping customers choose beds |
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| Free delivery on orders over £100 | Delivery is free on qualifying orders, although some further-out postcodes may incur a charge |
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| Finance available | Spread the cost on eligible orders, with interest-free options on selected terms or Klarna |
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Torn between a small double and a double? Our team can talk through your room measurements and help you decide, with no obligation to buy.
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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What size is a small double ottoman bed? | A small double ottoman bed takes a 120 x 190cm mattress, the size sold as 4ft. That's 30cm wider than a single and 15cm narrower than a double. The frame is larger than the mattress, so check the external dimensions on each listing. |
| What mattress fits a small double ottoman bed? | A 120 x 190cm small double mattress, as long as its weight is within the maximum stated on the product listing. Small double is a less common size, so check your preferred mattress comes in it. Browse our small double mattresses to compare options. |
| How much storage does a small double ottoman have? | A small double ottoman gives you storage across the whole 120 x 190cm footprint, enough for spare bedding, seasonal clothing and pillows. Internal storage height varies by model, so check the listing. As an example, one of our best-selling wooden small double ottomans lists 27cm. |
| Is a small double ottoman good for a guest room? | Yes. It's one of the most practical guest room choices. The 120cm width suits one guest comfortably and two for occasional stays, and the storage replaces separate furniture in a room that often serves more than one purpose. An end-lift model can sit with both sides against walls or furniture. |
| Do small double ottoman beds come with free delivery and finance? | Delivery is free on orders over £100, although some further-out postcodes may incur a charge. Beds arrive flat-packed, with assembly and old bed removal available on some products. Finance is available on eligible orders, with interest-free options on selected terms, or you can pay with Klarna. |
| Do small double ottoman beds come with a mattress? | Usually not. Most small double ottomans are sold as bed frames, so you choose the mattress separately unless the listing says it comes as a bed and mattress package. Check the listing to see exactly what's included, and match your mattress to the bed's maximum weight. |
| Is a small double ottoman big enough for two people? | It can work for two people on occasional stays, but at 120cm wide it's snug for couples every night. It suits solo sleepers best, especially those who want more room than a single. If two people will share it nightly, a double or king size ottoman is usually more comfortable. |
| Are small double ottoman beds easy to open? | Yes. The gas-lift mechanism raises the base and mattress together, from either the foot end or one side. You'll need clear space where the bed opens, so read the end-lift vs side-lift section above before choosing. Check the maximum mattress weight on the listing too. |
