10 Best Bath Towels UK 2024 | John Lewis, Orla Kiely and More

We think you're going to love these bath towels from Christy. Not just supreme by name, they're made from silky Supima cotton with a plush and bouncy Hygro weave. They even have a high 650 GSM, making for maximum post-bath indulgence!

Choose from various shades to suit your bathroom, including raspberry pink, silver, dusky coral and deep sea blue. They're all available in multiple sizes, from face cloth all the way up to large bath sheet, and though you might be paying a little more, they are absolutely worth every penny. 

Made from Egyptian cotton, these strokeably smooth towels are available in 5 sizes with 30 different colour shades to choose from! Boasting a weight of 700 GSM for optimum water absorption, they provide a luxuriously decadent way to dry off after a long soak.

This towel range is one of John Lewis's best selling products, and they're reasonably priced, too. Coming from one of the nation's most trusted brands, you can shop in the knowledge you're buying a reliable, well-made product that'll stand up to many years of use.  

Perfect for families and larger households, this fantastic set of everyday bath towels provides ten individual pieces at an economical price. Available in a range of different colours from black to this sunny yellow, you're certain to find the ideal match for your bathroom decor. 

However, it's the double loop weave that places them so highly on our list. With a weight of 500 GSM, they're guaranteed to be highly absorbent and fluffy to the touch. 

These ultra-plush 700 GSM towels are made with half cotton and half bamboo fibres; an exception to our 100% cotton rule! But don't worry, bamboo is known to be just as soft, if not even a little softer than cotton. Plus, it's highly absorbent with natural antibacterial properties and is a very sustainable resource. 

They're also perfectly safe in your washing machine up to 30 degrees and available as this well-priced pair, as a single or as a set with hand towels. Whichever sizes or colours you pick, rest assured that these towels are an opulent choice that's environmentally conscious, too. 

Orla Kiely products come in a stunning range of colours with retro prints in an elegant nod to 1960s interior design. These 'Linear' towels are available in either a sweet pink or a subtle grey, so you'll be able to find the right one to suit your personal taste.

They're certainly a style statement in themselves, but these fluffy towels are 580 GSM too, perfect for drying off quickly after a shower or bath. This middling thickness means they won't stay damp for too long once you hang them back up either!

Perfect for a jungle-themed bathroom, these animal print towels come in a handy set of four. Made from 100% cotton, the 450 GSM towels are lightweight, quick-drying and they're a great size too!

As well as being on-trend and seriously stylish, this bale of two bath towels and two hand towels comes in at a very wallet-friendly price, perfect for students or anyone moving out for the first time. They can even be tumble dried, though unfortunately not ironed.

One of Amazon's best selling products, these super-fluffy towels from their own range are crafted using Egyptian cotton. Not only bargainous but also hard-wearing, these towels are highly recommended by reviewers for their excellent value and secure stitching.

For just over £20 you get four lovely towels, two for your face and two for your body, making a lovely gift for newlyweds or simply a practical addition to your own bathroom. 

Looking for something a bit different? Check out these wonderfully soft towels with a whimsical design from Scion. There are other sizes and prints available by the much-loved British homeware brand, but we love these charming kissing birds in a tasteful palette. 

Again, this is a fairly expensive pick for a single towel, but the quality is excellent and the 550 GSM thickness means they're delightfully plush without being too heavy. These easy-care towels can be washed up to 40 degrees and are suitable for tumble drying at a low heat.

This vibrant teal bath, hand and face towel set is sure to bring a dose of happiness to your morning routine. A seriously economical option, you get a ribbon-bound bundle of 8 towels for well under £20!

However, four of the eight towels in the set are actually face cloths, which will be valuable to some households but not as necessary to others. Plus, as these budget-friendly towels have a slightly lower GSM of 400, don't expect beach-side hotel luxury. In spite of this, they still do a good job and will dry out nice and quickly too. 

What we love about this luxury bath towel is that it's produced using sustainably sourced cotton. It's made in keeping with the guidelines of the BCI (Better Cotton Initiative) whose aim is to improve global cotton production for workers, traders and the environment too. 

The pretty shell pattern is subtle and elegant, made with zero-twist cotton for a sumptuous feel. While this one is certainly not cheap – especially if you wanted to buy a few different sizes – the 600 GSM thickness guarantees a high-quality towel with a good level of absorbency.