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Sleep Divorce Trend 2025: In a world where sleep has become a luxury, more couples are choosing to “break up” at bedtime. The growing trend, known as ‘sleep divorce’, is reshaping not only bedrooms but also the travel and hospitality industries.

According to Hilton’s 2025 Trends Report, a striking 63 per cent of travellers say they sleep better alone, while 37 per cent prefer separate beds when away from home. The report also highlights that men are more likely than women to opt for solo sleep; 45 per cent of men admit to sleeping apart occasionally or regularly, compared to 25 per cent of women.

Hotels are taking note. Hilton says an increasing number of guests are requesting connecting rooms or twin-bed options, allowing couples to stay close while enjoying uninterrupted rest. The company predicts that discussions around “sleep divorce” will continue to rise throughout 2025.

Florida-based mental health counsellor Stacy Thiry told Fox News that the main advantage of sleeping separately is better quality rest. “It allows each person to create their ideal environment — whether that’s a cooler room, no snoring, or peace and quiet. It can even reduce small quarrels caused by sleep disturbances,” she said. However, she cautioned that physical distance can sometimes make an emotional connection harder.

Why Couples Are Redefining Bedtime?

Certified sleep expert Dr. Wendy Troxel, author of Sharing the Cover, Every Couple’s Guide to Better Sleep, explained to the New York Post that the trend reflects a healthier understanding of how vital rest is for relationships. “Poor sleep can increase irritability and conflict. Separate sleeping doesn’t mean lack of love; it’s about ensuring both partners feel rested and emotionally connected,” she noted.

Factors pushing couples toward “sleep divorce” include:

• Snoring, loud breathing, or restlessness (32 per cent)

• Mismatched sleep schedules (10 per cent)

• Different temperature or light preferences

• Screen use before bed

• Stress and anxiety disrupting rest

India Leads Global Sleep Divorce

Interestingly, the trend is most pronounced in Asia. As per ResMed’s 2025 Global Sleep Survey, 78 per cent of Indian couples have adopted some form of sleep divorce, the highest rate globally. China (67 per cent) and South Korea (65 per cent) followed close behind.

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Hollywood star Fran Drescher, best known for her role in The Nanny, recently embraced the idea. “It’s not that I don’t enjoy intimacy,” she told People Magazine. “But my bed is my sanctuary. I want peace and space,” she told to the New York Post. A 2025 American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) survey found that one-third of Americans, and nearly 40 per cent of millennials, sleep separately from their partners.

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While some researchers highlight the emotional benefits of co-sleeping, such as increased oxytocin levels and better mood regulation, doctors agree that quality sleep is essential for mental health, productivity, and overall well-being. As the stigma fades, it appears the modern love story may include separate beds and a better night’s sleep.