This post shares the best nightstands of 2023, including tall nightstands that are perfect for small bedrooms.
I’m currently working on a fun project and have been searching the internet for bedroom furniture options! One item that I spent a ton of time searching for was a tall nightstand!
My client’s bed is pretty high—over 30″ from the floor to the top of the mattress. So, we wanted to find a nightstand that was tall enough to be functional and not look dwarfed by the size of the bed.
This got me thinking about how tough it can be to find the right nightstand for your bedroom space. Some bedrooms layouts require narrow nightstands and some have more room for bigger furniture pieces. The same thing is true for different beds—some are low and close to the ground, requiring short nightstands while other beds are high enough to accommodate taller picks.
Regardless of the space you’re working with, I’ve rounded up the best nightstands of 2023 to help you on your search.
Ideally, your nightstand should be about the same height as the top of your mattress. Give or take a few inches! When in doubt, go higher!
I was surprised at how tough it was to find a stylish and functional tall nightstand! I spent hours looking through soooo many options to narrow down for my client.
Most nightstands I came across were about 24″ – 25″ high, which was too short for her bed height. Some modern nightstands are only 20″H. I was looking for options that were at least 28″ tall.
For the width I was looking for something around 20″ – 30″ wide. Small enough to not crowd the entrance into the bedroom but wide enough to not look too small next to the queen sized bed.
I was also looking for affordable options! It is definitely possible to find a beautiful, quality nightstand for a reasonable price! And there are some great statement options here!
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The Best Nightstands of 2023
Mateo Single Nightstand
My client chose these nightstands for her master bedroom and I love how they turned out! The caned door fronts and brass hardware are so gorgeous! While this nightstand is the most expensive option in the group, it’s definitely a statement piece. It comes in two finishes – gray (which looks like a gray/blue) and natural, both shown below.
Reese Nightstand
This find is from Serena and Lily (one of the best places to find unique, quality furniture.) I love the details on this oak nightstand. It comes in two cerused finishes that are both so pretty—Cerused Oak and Cerused Ebony. This is a very special and unique piece for any bedroom!
Rosamonde Nightstand
This option looks sooo pretty! I LOVE the metal frame and the clean mid-century style! It looks very sophisticated! The leather drawer pull adds some trendy but subtle detail, and I like that you can stack books on the little shelf.
Marta 1-Drawer Black Nightstand
This nightstand is a very affordable option and comes in three different finishes – white, gray, midnight blue, and black. It has a classic and simple design and would truly work in any room!
This would be a great pick for a guest room or kids room that you don’t want to invest too much money in (while still accomplishing a sleek, thoughtful style.)
Troutt Solid Wood Nightstand
If you prefer a clunkier nightstand (aka something with more storage space), this is a cute pick. It gives off a slight vintage farmhouse vibe without being overly trendy—the perfect investment for the long run.
I really like that it has subtle imperfections. Another perk? It’s under $600.
Harbor 2-Drawer Nightstand
This is the tallest nightstand option I found at 32.25″ high! This option also comes in 12 different colors! Some of the colors are made to order however, so it takes 17-19 weeks to ship them.
My favorite color option is Dama (shown below.) I love the brass knobs, and the drawer interiors are a pretty sage green color.
Chloe 24″ Nightstand
This is a simple and classic style that won’t be going away anytime soon. The elegant curve at the legs add a feminine touch. This nightstand comes in black and ash gray finishes—both are stunning.
If you’re looking for a black nightstand, this is one of the best ones I found! Some of the painted black nightstands can look a little cheap but I love how you can see the wood grain texture on this one.
Victoria Nightstand Light Natural
Striving for a traditional and timeless look? This natural wood nightstand could work for many different decor styles. It would look equally as pretty in a California coastal bedroom as it would in a farmhouse style space. I love the color of the finish and the light wire brushed texture.
Verna Nightstand
This nightstand is so stylish and beautiful! It would definitely serve as a statement piece for a bedroom. The caned drawer front adds some interest but doesn’t feel so in your face Bohemian…LOVE!
Hana Solid Wood Nightstand
I think this nightstand would be so cute in a guest bedroom! I love the cottage-chic vibes and the turned detail at the legs! The small drawer at the top pulls out and is more like a hidden shelf.
Hudson 26″ Nightstand
If you struggle to pare down on clutter and you need more storage space, this nightstand is for you. I love having a lot of drawer space in my furniture pieces and this cute nightstand has four to keep you super organized!
It also comes in a deep Mahogany finish, and I love the hidden shelf feature!
Haines 1 Drawer Nightstand
This find is technically an accent table, but at 26″ high it’s the ideal size for a nightstand next to a bed. It’s a great value and I think it’s so cute! I love the carved details on the textured drawer and the white oak finish.
Keane Charging Nightstand
This is one of my favorite nightstands!! I think the wood finish is so beautiful and I think it’s such a luxury to have a charging port. It would be a perfect pick for the late night worker who needs to keep their laptop charged.
Eisenhower Solid Wood Nightstand
Want a nightstand that looks really well made but you’re on a tight budget? This is a great option. I love the mid-century modern vibes mixed with the cane material. It comes as a set of two for under $230—a steal if I do say so!
Bayou Breeze Nightstand
You don’t often see nightstands with a cabinet door rather than drawers. This one has two shelves inside for a functional yet stylish addition to a master bedroom or kids room!
Spruce up Your New Nightstand With a Customized Knob or Pull!
There are so many cute decorative pulls out there that would look great on these nightstands! Or, if the nightstand you ordered has brushed nickel pulls, but you have more gold tones in your bedroom, it is so easy to switch the pull out. I love black pulls against the light wood or white nightstands, also! Pulls and knobs are very easy to switch out so definitely don’t count out a nightstand if you like everything but the hardware!
Hopefully this round-up was helpful if you’re looking for the best nightstands of 2023. Let me know if you end up trying any of these and how you like them!
Make sure to check out this round-up of the Best Affordable Area Rugs from Loloi if you missed it! Many of them would be perfect in a bedroom with any of these nightstands!
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Laura says
Love it! I like the ones with more storage.
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
Thanks, Laura! I love nightstands with drawers too!
Tracey says
Love this! I am planning a bedroom refresh soon and will most def need new tables that are tall. My bed is so high that I practically have to jump up to get into it. Thanks for sharing this and doing all the hard research.
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
Oh perfect there are some great tall options here! It can be so hard to find tall nightstands that are also narrow!
Katie says
I love the warm wood tone of number 11.
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
I love that one! And the little pull out shelf at the top is so cute!
Chelsey says
I love the different options. I will bookmark this for when I redo our bedroom!
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
I’m glad it was helpful!
Chelsie says
We are in the market for New bed side tables so this is super helpful! Thanks! ❤️
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
Yay I’m so glad this was helpful with your search!
Meg says
Love seeing all of these options in one place. Thank you for compiling! Def leaning towards the caned drawers ♥️
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
So glad its helpful! I love the cane drawers too!
Kat says
Great ideas! I love just the little bit of white wash touch in #2!
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
I agree, that nightstand is so pretty!
Amber says
Love the nightstand that your clients chose. So cute!
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
Isn’t it so cute! I can’t wait to see it in person!
McKenna says
I love tall beds and night stands! I can’t believe some modern night stands are only 20 inches high like you mentioned!!
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
Me too! I don’t know who those short nightstands would work for haha
Katie says
#6 is my favorite. I need some drawer space to hide all my junk haha!
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
Yes nightstands with drawers are a must!
Tina says
Tall nightstands would work much better for our small guest room!
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
There are some great affordable nightstand options here for guest rooms too!
Jaime Pingatore says
Now I want to redo my whole bedroom 😂
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
Haha; me too!
Emily Thoreson says
Wow, I’m so glad I came on here! This is exactly the blog post I needed! Tackling our bedroom furniture next and we will definitely need some extra tall nightstands!
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
Oh good! They can be so hard to find!
CarylMay says
I love #6 and #10! Love how they brighten a room!
Sprucing Up Mamahood says
Oh yes I love those too!
Victoria says
Love these ideas. I’ve always been the type of person to buy the night stands with my bed furniture. And seeing other options makes it looks way better.