Pillow Talk from Conrad Hotels & Resorts

Pillows come in your basic foam, synthetic or feather fills, correct?  Well, not at Conrad Hotels & Resorts, where they are turning sleep into an experience by offering 12 experiential pillows at 16 participating hotels and resorts. 

Sleepy and sluggish guests should opt for the 'Shogun Pillow' at the Conrad Bangkok, which is a traditional Asian tatami pillow that has been in existence for over 1,000 years and enjoyed by emperors and noblemen. The woven tatami rush or "igusa" creates many small breathing holes that moderate temperature, absorb humidity and heat and keep air fresh, while the aroma of the "igusa" stimulates blood circulation to minimise aches and pains. Try walking on it and the tatami fiber filling gives feet a massage and stimulates blood circulation: the perfect antidote to a long-haul flight.

Green guests at the Conrad Brussels can opt for the 'Organic Buckwheat Pillow' for an eco-friendly bedtime experience that has been used throughout Europe for centuries. The pillow hulls mould to the head's shape and allows natural air circulation, helping to relieve migraines, tension and muscle spasms.

 The 'Porcelain Pillow' at the Conrad Centennial Singapore was the most widely used pillow in ancient China when pillows were also made of natural stone, wood, jade, and bronze. Porcelain pillows first appeared in the Sui Dynasty (581-618) and were created to support the neck and protect hairstyles from being crushed.

 To battle winter woes, head for the Conrad Chicago and choose its 'Cold and Flu Pillow', which pays homage to Chicago's notoriously cold winters and is infused with four essential oils: eucalyptus to relieve congestion and muscle ache; tea tree, to treat coughs and colds; bergamot, used since 1775 for its uplifting and calming properties, and sandlewood, believed to have an expansive effect on the psyche. Once the sneezes have stopped, couples may want to try the 'Romance Pillow', fragranced with earthy vetivert oil to balance the hormonal system; patchouli, with its calming and aphrodisiac properties; ylang ylang, used as aphrodisiac oil by the natives of the South Pacific, and sandlewood. Or if beauty sleep sounds more appealing, opt for the 'Snore No More Pillow', which reduces airway obstruction to keep your pillow-time peaceful.

To float away from it all, order the 'Water Pillow' at the Conrad Miami. The pillow brings a bit of the Miami water scene to bed while restoring energy, soothing stress and reducing morning pain with its thermal water pouch and super-soft hypoallergenic fiber filling. It is believed to heighten appearance by providing a clinically proven, better-quality sleep experience, adapting instantly to cushion the sleeper's head and neck, leaving them feeling revitalized. Or, for a medical marvel, boost the health benefits of the sun, sea and sand with a night on the 'Pillo-Pedic Pillow'. This non-allergenic pillow is crafted to ease tension headaches and provide comfort for neck and shoulder problems or whiplash injuries.  

To sleep like an Egyptian select the 'Tiba Pillow' at the Conrad Cairo. This traditional Egyptian sleeping cushion is filled with layers of carded cotton for a traditional catnap worthy of Cleopatra. Cotton is the most universally comfortable, breathable and softest of all the fibers, natural or manmade.  

Or, snooze like a goddess at the Conrad Sharm El Sheikh, with the 'Isis Pillow'. Made from 50% duck down and 50% duck feather, it offers a blend of softness and support fit for the deepest sleep.

For further information on the Conrad pillow menu please visit www.conradhotels.com/pillows.

Edited by Ellen Schofield