There are many things to love about Amazon: the next-day shipping, the free Kindle books, the incredible number of options for any item you need, to name a few. But when it comes to its actual website, Amazon leaves much to be desired.
"The pages are absolutely chock full of random stuff. Extremely confusing and looks like some amateur scam website from the 2000’s. Makes my eyes and mind tired in 5 seconds," wrote one unhappy shopper in a Quora thread about Amazon's "awful" website design.
However, most of us are willing to deal with the clunky interface to score a convenient deal—you just need to know where to look. For example, were you aware that Amazon has a secret coupon page with promotions that can save you hundreds of dollars?
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Amazon's coupon page lists all current items with coupons available to take either a dollar amount or a percentage (or both!) off the full price.
The hard part is navigating to this page since it's not readily promoted on the homepage. To access it, you can bookmark this link, or you can click "Today's Deals" in the menu bar and then select "Coupons" in the secondary menu bar that appears.
From there, you can peruse the deals or search for anything you'd like. You can also filter by the percentage-off amount to see the day's biggest blowouts. At the time of writing, some amazing deals were:
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Don't see what you're looking for on Amazon's coupon page? There are plenty of other secret tricks for big savings.
One is to shop on the new Amazon Haul app. As Best Life recently reported, Haul is an under-$20 shop that sells everything from clothing to electronics and makes it easier to shop in large quantities. However, most items are under $10, with some costing as little as $1. And if you do stock up, you may accrue additional discounts for large orders.
Do note that Amazon Haul is a mobile-only app separate from the general Amazon app. Your Amazon Prime membership is also not valid here.
If home decor, furniture, outdoor items, or home improvement products are what you're looking for, check out Amazon Premium Home. This section of the Amazon website features "both indie and designer brands," as Best Life shared, including Smeg kitchen appliances, Diptyque candles, Casper pillows and mattresses, and Dyson vacuums.
Premium prices aren't necessarily cheaper, but if you're eyeing an an upscale product, you can bookmark and check back regularly for promotions.
Fancy a pair of Ugg boots or a Gucci purse but can't stomach the price tag? Try this hack to find a way-cheaper dupe on Amazon. As Best Life previously shared:
"First, navigate to the website for the designer item you’d like to buy. Then, take a screenshot of that item. Navigate to the Amazon app (this hack does not work on the Amazon desktop or mobile interface). Click the camera button near the search bar on Amazon and tap 'search your photo. 'Select your screenshot.'"
"You’ll then be shown dupes that cost a teensy fraction of said designer goods," said @YourRichBFF in a since-deleted TikTok video explaining the savvy hack.
With ample amenities, top-tier decor, and conditions that have been carefully calibrated for a solid night's sleep, there's no doubt about it: Staying in a luxury hotel gives you a taste of the good life. And if you've ever wondered how to recreate that feeling at home, you're in luck. Though your "stay" may not come with round-the-clock room service or a concierge desk, design experts say there are some easy ways to make your bedroom feel like a hotel. Read on to learn how you can start living in the lap of luxury without the soaring hotel expenses.
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Nothing says luxury hotel comfort like a well-made bed with quality sheets, says Artem Kropovinsky, an interior design expert and the founder of Arsight.
"Invest in high-thread-count sheets and opt for all-white bedding, which gives a crisp, fresh, and inviting look," he tells Best Life. "A top trick from luxury hotels is to triple-sheet your bed. This method involves layering a blanket or duvet between two clean, crisp sheets. It not only gives your bed a lush, puffed look but also offers versatility in comfort."
Home decor and DIY expert Stefana Silber says several luxury bedding fabrics work well in the home: "Traditional fabrics like sateen or cotton percale are always a good option, but the latest designer choice of bamboo bedding is not only an environmentally sustainable option, but it has the softness and luxurious feel of satin without the hefty price tag."
No luxury hotel bed is complete without a premium down comforter, and Silber says that adding one is a simple way to upgrade your bedroom. However, she notes that you can also opt for high-quality alternatives if they better suit your budget, preferences, or allergies.
"Most hotels offer a fluffy down-filled comforter, but if you have allergies, opt for a down alternative. The same goes for the quality of pillows you choose. If down is a concern, instead of the heat-trapping foam, try cooling gel fill. It's just as fluffy as down," she says.
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The right lighting can also help transform your everyday bedroom into a high-end boudoir—or if nothing else, it'll at least help hide that pile of clothes that grows perennially in the corner.
"Subtle, layered lighting is a signature of luxury hotels," Kropovinsky says. "Start with a statement ceiling fixture for general lighting, add some soft ambient light with table lamps or wall sconces, and consider adjustable reading lights near the bed. Dimmer switches are a must to control the mood and feel of the room. Remember, the key is to have options that allow for both functionality and ambiance."
There's something luxurious about rolling out of a hotel bed and taking just a few stops to get your morning cup of coffee brewing.
In a YouTube video about how to make your bedroom look and feel like a five-star hotel, interior designer Vivien Albrecht (@PoshPennies) suggests recreating a hotel coffee station in your own bedroom.
"If you have a larger home, especially if it's split out onto multiple floors, then carving out a little coffee station or a tea station in your bedroom can be really nice," she shares. "Machines are so compact nowadays that you really don't need to have that much space to set up this sort of thing. It might just be the thing that takes your bedroom from good to amazing."
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Kropovinsky says that if you have enough space, making a cozy seating area in your bedroom can also help you recreate the hotel experience at home.
"A plush armchair with a footstool or a small loveseat can mimic the luxury suite feel, offering an additional spot for reading, relaxing, or even for a morning coffee," he says.
"If you're working with a really tight space, you can just add what's called a slipper chair, which is basically just a high back chair without arms," Albrecht adds.
Whether you consciously notice it or not, walking into a luxury hotel room is a full sensory experience. It's not just the look of the place but also the scents, textures, and sounds that seduce you into a state of bliss. By thoughtfully adding scents to your bedroom, you may be able to capture some of that same feeling at home.
"Scent is an oft-overlooked factor in our living spaces. High-end hotels often use signature scents to enhance the guest experience," Kropovinsky notes. "At home, choose a diffuser or room spray that resonates with you. Go for calming, relaxing scents like lavender or vanilla for a bedroom."
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What's not in your bedroom is just as important as what's there. By decluttering and choosing your decor items selectively, you're more likely to emulate a hotel's sophisticated design scheme.
"Thoughtful organization and minimalist design are key here," Kropovinsky says. "Luxury hotels often keep the nightstand uncluttered yet functional. Incorporate a stylish lamp for soft lighting, a timepiece, a book or magazine, and maybe a single fresh flower in a slim vase. Maintain a color scheme that harmonizes with your overall room aesthetics."
Installing window treatments is another way to add an opulent touch to your bedroom—and one that will help you get a better night's sleep.
"Nothing says hotel luxury like light-blocking drapery that insulates your sanctuary from both the sun and noise on the outside," says Silber.
"Opt for pinch pleated headers that create more volume of fabric, a true light blocking lining, and ceiling to floor length," she suggests. "A French return rod will ensure coverage on the sides of the windows to prevent any light from getting through."
Albrecht points out that many hotels use thicker blackout draper and then "layer in a second set of sheer white curtains that are used during the day."
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Rugs can be a little iffy in hotel rooms, but there's no reason to shy away from them at home.
"I'm a firm believer that you must have softness under your feet when you're getting in and out of bed," shares Albrecht. "Whether it's a wall-to-wall carpet or a large rug, you want to make sure that when your feet touch down first thing in the morning, they land on something soft and luxurious and not the cold hard floor."
Here's a fun idea from Albrecht to really drive home the luxury hotel experience:
"Just take five minutes and do these six things. Do a quick sweep and make sure that things are tidy. Close the curtains, turn down your covers, and plump your pillows. Put on some calming music, diffuse some essential oils, or spritz your sheets and the room with some fragrance, or light your favorite scented candle and dim the lights.
"It may seem like a lot, but it actually doesn't take more than a few minutes, and I guarantee it'll make you feel like you're walking into a five-star hotel bedroom," she says.
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