The 12 Best Nightstands That Can Put a Finishing Touch on Your Bedroom

Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links. Here’s how we test products and why you should trust us.Soho Home / West Elm / CastleryWest Elm’s Belle nightstand is a great option for something that’s both nice and not too much. The roomy, circular surface (which is 15 inches in diameter) can house your phone and a lamp, the shelves are great for keeping your favorite reading materials or unlit candles on display, and the drawer keeps clutter out of sight. ColorsDark bronzeDimensions15.4"diam. x 24"HWeight25 lbMaterialSteelFor small spaces or just maintaining an overall clean look, this floating nightstand is big enough to keep hold of your essentials (at 19.75 inches wide x 15.25 inches deep) but not so big that it’ll close the look of your space in. It has a minimalist wood look and gives you the advantage of being able to clean underneath it without having to move it.ColorsWalnut, white oakDimensions19.75"W x 6"H x 15.25"DWeight29 lbMaterialWood, steelAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowC-shaped tables are especially great for small spaces where you don’t want to have a ton of heft to your accent furniture. It’s far from flimsy, though: It weighs 39 pounds and can hold just as much.ColorsDark metalDimensions18"diam. x 20"HWeight39 lbMaterialIronThis walnut side table has mad room in the drawers for keeping all sorts of stuff. Great for pack rats trying to maintain the appearance of orderliness. The fact that it comes fully assembled really makes it worth the price, too. You can even include the nightstand in a bedroom furniture set with a matching bed frame and get a nice bundle discount.ColorsWalnutDimensions23.6"W x 19.4"H x 18.9"DWeight57.3 lbMaterialFiberboard with wood veneerAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowThe two-drawer, midcentury modern nightstand is the most classic of shapes that does its job well. A bit of surface area, a bit of drawer storage—that’s all you need.ColorsMahoganyDimensions20"W x 25"H x 15"DWeight45 lbMaterialWood, metalThuma is known for its high-quality, minimalist bed frames, but this year we’ve been raving about this new nightstand, which we included in our 2026 Sleep Awards. It’s simple but smart: It has an inverted top tray that helps keep everything in place as well as two spacious soft-close drawers. You can also choose from five finishes, including walnut, espresso, and oak (seen here).Colors5Dimensions24"W x 20.25"H x 18"DWeight79 lb (in box)MaterialWoodAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowAlong with a sliding drawer on top, this gorgeous fluted nightstand from CB2 also has two doors that open to reveal a spacious compartment with a shelf inside. The fluted detailing and brass knobs truly makes it stand out from the rest of the pack.ColorsWhite wash, midtone acacia, blackDimensions20"W x 24"H x 17"DWeight40 lbMaterialWood, brassIf you truly want to upgrade your space into something luxurious, head over to Arhaus for some of our favorite high-end furniture where every item is a work of art. This beautiful nightstand is hand crafted from oyster-cut logs of fallen Mexican ash trees, so each one is unique. It’s spacious, sturdy, and so sophisticated.ColorsNatural wood (may vary)Dimensions26"W x 24"H x 20"DWeight117.29 lbMaterialOyster-cut wood, acrylic lacquer, steelAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowWe love a piece of furniture that doubles as a useful piece of tech (in a tasteful, subtle way, of course). This minimalist Pottery Barn nightstand looks good in any room, and it has an integrated power setup in the back with multiple outlets, so you can plug in a table lamp or charge your phone (or both). It also has a smooth-glide drawer for some extra storage.ColorsBiscotti, heirloom wheat, warm blackDimensions16"W x 21"H x 16"DWeight34 lbMaterialsKiln-dried woodSoho Home’s furniture is equally as functional as it is decorative, and this oak table is a perfect example. The curved wood and marble top make it a cool addition for keeping bedside.ColorsOakDimensions18"diam. x 24"HWeight46.3 lbMaterialWood, veneer, marble, steelAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowThis table works as well beside a couch as it does a bed. The bottom shelf has plenty of storage, and the top has USB ports and cups for drinks.Colors4Dimensions22.8"W x 24"H x 11"DWeight20 lbMaterialWoodIf you just need something—anything!—this small wood nightstand is unobtrusive and inexpensive. It’s not the most robust piece of furniture you’ll ever own, but it gets the job done, and for under $25.Colors5Dimensions13.4"W x 22.8"H x 11.5"DWeight6.2 lbMaterialWood, plastic, PVC