The 10 Best Elevated Cat Beds

Editor's Notes

September 24, 2020:

Cats are instinctual hunters and climbers that are generally more comfortable looking down on the world around them than they are looking up. If you don't provide a perch for your feline friend, it will probably find one for itself - on top of your bookshelf, your refrigerator, or your kitchen cabinets.

Give your kitten a high-rise haven of its own with one of these elevated lounges. There's a huge variety of raised beds available, from massive, multi-cat structures that take up entire walls to subtle hideaways that fit into a corner of a room. We've tried to represent the best of each style on this list.

For smaller animals, homes, and budgets, the Made4Pets Plush and the AmazonBasics Hammock both do the trick with a simple, suspended seat on a frame. The MidWest Curious Cube is good for cats that like to hide as well as perch, thanks to its box-style cubby and padded loft on top. The Kitty City Condo also has a two-level design, however, it's completely open-air and can be attached to a larger play structure. Perhaps the most attractive on our list, the PawHut 28 lets your furry companion hide and perch at the same time.

If you're looking for a taller roost, consider the Catry Tree for a basic option or the 6-foot-tall Go Pet Club 72 for a deluxe hang-out. We've also included the bushy On2Pets Tree House on our list; it's a bit pricey, but its jungle-inspired design makes it a standout.

Window seats like the Kitty Cot Original and the K&H Penthouse are a distinct style of raised beds that attach to glass with strong suction cups. They give your friend an outside view of the world along with a safe place to sleep.

For snug winter retreats, check out the best felt beds and bed warmers. If your cat ventures outdoors, there are also some great backyard shelters.