In a kid’s shared room, space is limited, and a bunk bed becomes useful. Moreover, those best bunk beds with storage in the stairs are your best option.
When I was a child, I used to fight for the top bunk bed with my sister. In my opinion, being at the top made me feel brave and gave me time to think about my mastermind plans – which of course included how I would beat Ganon in the Legend of Zelda.
Bottom line, I have many sweet memories of my bunk bed, and now I want my children to make their own.
30 years ago, bunk beds didn’t come in a lot of variety, and many of them had to be custom made. Fortunately, times are changing, and now you can order bunk beds online from the comfort of your couch. If you’re out on a hunt to buy the best bunk bed for your kids, you’re at the right place.
The best Bunk Bed with Drawer Steps
I spent a great deal of time searching for the best bunk beds out there. Here are the complete list and my two cents on each of them.
Made for the more younger children and toddlers, Lille Twin Over Full Bunk Bed is a unique design with a sloping cottage roof on top and easy-to-climb stairway on the side. The drawers are plenty, and so is the open storage space next to the row of drawers. I think this bunk bed has the most drawers and storage space in any of the other bunk beds I’ve reviewed. It is handmade in the U.S. and comes in a single color variety – oh, and it’s currently on sale!
The DERCASS Twin Over Twin bunk bed is as minimalistic and simple a bunk bed can get. Available in two color options – walnut and espresso – this bunk bed is built with pinewood and a good fit for either a boy or a girl’s bedroom. The bunk bed includes 4-step ladders which are sturdy and safe and can be separated to form two separate twin beds. This versatility in configuration offers the Twin over Twin bed certain leverage over the other bunk beds on the list. Its dimensions are 97’’ x 42’’ x 66’’ – another large model.
The Stair Stepper Bed by Discovery World Furniture is an excellent option to consider for your kid’s room. The bunk bed has a luxurious white lacquer finish and comes mattress-ready. This twin set bed also accommodates an eight mattress and meets the safety standards set by ASTM and CPSC.
Another handmade option on our list is this elegant bunk bed with fully customized elements. Built in a solid wood foundation, the Twin Over Full Over Twin Trundle bed set is a fun option with a slide on the side for easy access to the floor. The best part about this bunk bed is that it can be entirely configured according to your personal preference. So if you want it particularly for your boy or your girl’s bedroom, you can get it customized accordingly. The bunk bed is made in the United States.
Make your daughter ecstatic by getting the Ellie Playhouse Loft bunk bed for her room. This pink and white bed set comes in a solid wood foundation painted over with lasting zero VOC paint. If your daughter loves dolls, this is the bunk bed for her. The Ellie Playhouse Loft bed features a full-size cottage playhouse bed with removable drawers and high-quality roller bearing slide. The bunk bed measures 118’’ x 57’’ x 74’’ and also includes storage spaces for dolls and is decorated with flowers, lanterns and more. Definitely one of the more unique bunk beds out there!
If you’re gravitating more towards vintage, old-school option for a bunk bed for your child, look no further than the Solid Hardwood Bunk Bed. Coming with three storage drawers underneath, six gliding drawers, and enough accommodation for a standard twin size bunk, this model is built with authentic oak and hardwood with a classic finish. Handcrafted in the USA, the bunk bed measures 81’’ x 58’’ x 14’’.
Definitely, one of the more affordable bunk beds I found, the Shyann Twin Over Full Bunk Bed comes in three color options and ample storage spaces next to the stairway. The design is pretty standard, but if you’re looking for something classy yet simple, this is the bunk bed to consider. Built in the U.S., the Shyann Twin bunk bed is a good fit for both boys and girls.
The Shepardson Twin Over Twin Loft Bed is a cute little bunk bed made for younger children. Although not highly customizable, the color it comes (orange and white) is definitely unique and perfect for a boy’s bedroom. The bed is compact in size with a sturdy, lasting build.
Compact and almost portable, the Jamie Twin Bunk Bed is available in two color options. The storage space is adequate, but the height of the bunk bed might be too short for many. This bunk bed is better suited for younger children or toddlers because of its apparent lack in height and very easy to climb stairs.
This gorgeous wooden beauty can find a place in your son’s or daughter’s bedroom easily. Built with solid wood, the DONCO Bunk bed includes a mattress with slat roll foundations and functional drawers under each step. The bed measures 70’’ x 104’’ x 44.5’’ and accommodates standard twin mattresses. Built in the U.S., the DONCO bunk bed is definitely a choice to consider if you’re looking for a more unisex option.
Simple and sweet, the Discovery World Furniture Twin over Twin Staircase is quite the vision in its rich honey lacquer finish and solid wooden construction. You can find drawers on the side of the stairway as well as storage space underneath the lower bunk bed. The Discovery World bunk bed accommodates an eight-inch mattress and adheres to the set safety standards. Fit for any children’s bedroom.
Another popular model that I stumbled upon was the Castle Playhouse bunk bed – a handcrafted solid wood bed set that will make any daughter happy! Because of its customization options, you can choose to get the bunk bed colored in three custom colors that can cater to your aesthetics. The Castle Playhouse comes equipped with drawer storage stairs under each step and a removable storage platform. Beautifully finished and highly versatile, the Castle Playhouse is probably one of my favorites!
Another authentically wood ensemble is the Coaster Home Furnishings Bunk bed. Available in Amber Wash finish, this full over bunk bed comes equipped with an under dresser and two drawers. The design of this bunk bed is pretty standard with an elegant stairway on the side and drawers underneath each step. Because of its wooden finish, this bunk bed is a unisex model fit for any children’s bedroom. The Coaster Home Furnishing full-size bunk is larger than the other bunk beds of the list, measuring about 80’’ x 59’’ x 64’’.
Bedz King is a frontrunner in the bunk bed business, and their Stairway Bunk Beds model is definitely one of their very best. This bunk bed is definitely a more child-safe option than its competitors since it has an easy to access gap in the top bunk and a solid Brazilian pipe. The bed dimensions are 61’’ x 102’’x 42’’’ with the bottom bunk 11 inches higher than the floor. This model comes in five different color varieties and is made exclusively in the U.S.
Another model by Bedz King that I personally found interesting is their Stairway Bunk Bed in Rustic Gray color. Measuring a whopping 61.5’’ x 102.5’’ x 42.5’’, this twin bunk bed set is designed with keeping your child’s safety a priority. The bunk beds are individually sanded and painted with a wood finish. Each step comes with a drawer that offers ample storage space.
Takeaway
In general, bunk beds don’t come with a mattress, and you should consider ordering one at the same time as the bed. Don’t worry, I have simplified the selection by creating this list of the best mattress for kid’s bed. Or perhaps you need help, and you should visite this guide I created on how to choose a mattress for your kid.
Still unsure about the bunk bed? Here’s some other style of bed you should also consider for your kid’s room:
- House bed: ideal to make bedtime more fun
- Kid’s bunk beds: perfect for a shared bedroom
- Lofts bed: excellent for small bedroom
- Short bunk bed: also great for a small bedroom
- Bunk beds with desk underneath: the best option for school kids