You can tell a lot from what someone keeps on their bedside table.
A hefty tome suggests a bookworm, a person who values screen-free time; a nest of wires for charging tech (guilty) tells us the opposite.
Many folks keep a bottle or pint glass of water by the bed, ready to keep them hydrated in case thirst comes calling in the middle of the night or for a refreshing sip after the morning wake-up call. Having water within reach is also helpful for anyone who needs to take medication before turning in, while anyone who’s overdone it on a night out knows what a lifesaver having a body-reviving glug by the bed can be.
Bottles and glasses may be perfectly fine for placing on desks and the dining table, but reaching for them when you’re half asleep raises the risk of knocking them over, either on yourself (bad enough) or over nearby plugs and sockets (even worse).
With this in mind, having a dedicated vessel for bedtime water complete with a topper to stop knocks and keep everything neat and bug-free is a wise investment. Luckily there are plenty of chic, stylish and colourful options to raise your bedside table’s game, winning points for both form and function.
A matching carafe and glass set for guest bedrooms is also a sweet and thoughtful touch that we’re sure your overnight guests will appreciate.
If you’re looking for such a set to complete your bedside set-up, we’ve found the best below.
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Elle Decor Vintage Bedside Water Carafe with Tumbler Glass
This stylish water decanter with matching glass is an easy way to elevate bedside tables. Made from durable, dishwasher-safe glass, the tumbler doubles up as a lid to keep the contents free from dust, hair and other surprise extra ingredients. The set comes in a darker shade of blue, grey and yellow.
Buy now £52.82, Amazon
Sizikato 36 Oz Classic Amber Glass Bedside Night Water Carafe with Tumbler Glass
Grappling around for a jugful of water when your tech is likely charging nearby may not seem like the greatest idea. Ensure your grasp is steady with this set, which includes a handle on the jug as well as a matching tumbler to act as a lid. We like the spouted lip on the carafe too - it means less chance of spillage in the middle of the night.
Buy now £23.99, Amazon
Wrenbury Amber Bedside Water Carafe and Glass Set
Amber-coloured glassware almost always looks more expensive than it is. Wrenbury's set is case in point with a bedside table-sized carafe and tumbler lid that's ready to keep you hydrated through the night. Also available in patterned designs.
Buy now £14.97, Amazon
Classic Striped Glass Bedside Night Water Carafe with Tumbler Glass
A pitcher and matching cup in ribbed, heat-proof glass is perfect for keeping on the nightstand. The carafe may look small but it can hold up to a litre of water, meaning midnight refill trips are unnecessary. It's also a good option to keep on your WFH desk for top-ups as you type.
Buy now £22.99, Amazon
Mae Carafe & Wine Glass Set
This beautiful decanter and matching cup is covered in an etched floral pattern, making it ideal for adding a splash of femininity to the bedside. Available in daffodil yellow and pretty lilac, it makes staying hydrated that much more chic.
Buy now £42.00, Anthropologie
UO Check & Flower Carafe Set
Combining cute sky blue checkerboard with fun florals, this carafe set is designed to give you an instant dopamine and hydration hit. You'll have no trouble getting through your recommended water intake when it’s served in this playful vessel.
Buy now £10.00, Urban Outfitters
LSA Mia carafe and tumbler
As one of the leading glassware brands, LSA has no shortage of water jug options. Designed for single servings, this recycled glass design is ideal. It's crafted using mouthblown techniques, with a short, squat carafe topped with a tumbler for easy storage and sipping.
Buy now £34.00, Selfridges
ALINK Glass Bedside Water Carafe with Lid and Glass Cups Set
Made for thirsty couples, fill this 800ml carafe with water to ensure you have a drink within striking distance if you need it. The dishwasher-safe set comes with a pair of glasses, all in the same ribbed glass texture. The only question is, who gets to put it on their side of the bed?
Buy now £19.99, Amazon
Bedside Water Carafe Glass Set with Tumbler
Crafted with thickened, lead-free glass and sporting an elegant vintage-style pattern, this pitcher and tumbler set is small enough to hog space on your bedside table. The carafe can hold up to 1200ml, meaning you probably won't have to refill it every night, especially if you keep the matching tumbler covering the lid on top.
The cute design can also be used for breakfast orange juice or on your home desk for quick sips when you need it.
Buy now £31.78, Amazon
Nude Glass Mr & Mrs Night Water Set Short
A sweet wedding or anniversary gift, this water decanter and cup set etches a sleeping face on the glass so there's no guessing where and when it's designed to be used. It's made from mouth-blown crystalline glass and there's a taller version that can hold more liquid for thirstier folks.
Buy now £72.00, Fenwick
