Yes! We bought a Hästens last year and we absolutely love it. We got the Excelsior model in a King, which is one of their mid-range beds. As expensive as it was, I do feel that we will get excellent value from it since the bed is designed to last at least 30 years and has a 25 year warranty. When you compare that to your average store bought bed that is only designed to last 10 years, you can begin to see it as a long-term investment. And when you consider the prices of other luxury beds that aren't designed to last as long, the Hästens is a much better value.

Most cheap mattresses are just layers and layers of springs and foam, but Hästens uses purified horse hair (the dander is removed to make it completely hypoallergenic) which has a number of benefits. Years ago, horse hair mattresses were much more common and Hästens was always one of the top manufacturers of horse hair mattresses since the 1800s.

Horse hair is one of the few natural materials that is comfortable to sleep on that doesn't absorb any water. When you have enough curled horse hair in a pile with springs and surrounded by breathable fabric, it creates a springy cloud that allows air and moisture to move right through it. So you don't ever wake up sweaty and overheated in a Hästens mattress the way you would in a cheaper mattress. It allows you to sleep continuously without being disturbed by your body's normal temperature changes and sweat. Most people sweat a few glasses of water every night. The Hästens will wick the moisture away from the bed, whereas a typical foam bed will just absorb it like a sponge.

As far as comfort goes, it's without a doubt the best bed I've ever slept on. It's incredibly soft and plush, but also gives great support as it molds to your body no matter what position you like to sleep in. Make sure you visit a Hästens store and lay on the mattress for at least 20 minutes. You'll notice that if you're a side sleeper, you won't feel the pressure on your shoulder and hips the way you do on a cheap foam mattress.

The only downside is that the Hästens takes a little bit of maintenance. You have to remember to flip and massage it every few weeks to keep the horse hair in place.

I don't recommend purchasing their most expensive model. You don't get that much better of a bed, but it can cost three times the price of one of their mid-range models. The only difference between their more expensive model and the mid range models is that their top-of-the-line model is entirely hand made by a craftsman, it has more horse hair in the construction, and the bed has a brass plaque on it certifying the work of the craftsman. I don't think you are supposed to notice that much of a difference in the comfort though.

I've heard that a few hotels around the world have Hästens mattresses in their rooms. The Chicago Peninsula is supposed to have a few, though I've never been there. But, for me, it took me two nights to get used to the bed before I really settled into it and it molded to my shape. Perhaps the experience is different in a hotel.

Nevertheless, another drawback that I've realized is that now when I sleep at even the best hotels in the world, I'm not sleeping as well. I'll miss my Hästens.

I don't have any experience with Hastens (at least, I don't think so), but an incredible bed is definitely a worthy splurge. After all, it's hard to enjoy anything else if you haven't gotten a good night's sleep!

3Luxe's list of top three mattresses might be helpful, however:
3Luxe beds

Has anyone had experience with these choices?

Jazspin, I saw the three bed mentioned in that article. None of them are designed to last 30 years like the Hästens bed. Hästens bed come with a 25-year warranty. The Dux has a 20-year warranty, the Hypnos is a 5+5 year warranty, and every Shiffman I've ever slept on had a 10 year warranty.

I have no doubt that they are all comfortable, but as I was saying, one of the best features of the Hästens, in my opinion, is that the horse hair that the bed is comprised of helps regulate your temperature and wicks away moisture. And it happens to be incredibly comfortable. Since the Hästens bed doesn't retain moisture like other mattresses, it's less likely to be a breeding ground for dust mites and other allergens.

That's kind of impressive that Hastens can generate so much loyalty.

Well, right now I'm a fan. But, my bed is less than a year old. So, I can't say for sure that I'll be a lifetime loyal devotee. I guess we'll see after a few years.

One thing I didn't mention was that the Hästens 25 year warranty covers the mattress and the box springs. However, the "Mattress Topper," which is the thick removable layer of horse hair that sits on top of the mattress, really needs to be replaced every 7 years. They don't really mention that up front, so you need to factor that expense into the overall cost of the bed over 30 years.