The short answer
An Olympic Queen takes a 66 by 80 inch mattress. It is 6 inches wider than a standard Queen, the same length, and 10 inches narrower than a King.
It is the bed for couples who find a Queen a little tight but do not have the room, or the need, for a King. Six inches does not sound like much. In a shared bed, it is noticeable.
What is an Olympic Queen bed?
An Olympic Queen is a wider version of the standard Queen. The mattress measures 66 inches wide by 80 inches long, compared with 60 by 80 for a regular Queen.
The size was introduced by a mattress maker and never became mainstream, which is why many furniture stores do not stock it. We build every bed to order, so it is one of our standard sizes.
Olympic Queen dimensions
Mattress: 66 x 80 inches (5 feet 6 x 6 feet 8)
Bed frame (outside dimensions): about 81 x 95 inches
Against the sizes people usually shortlist:
- 6 inches wider than a Queen (60 x 80), same length
- 10 inches narrower than a King (76 x 80), same length
- 6 inches narrower and 4 inches shorter than a California King (72 x 84)
- 12 inches wider than a Double (54 x 75), and 5 inches longer
Why 6 inches matters
A Queen gives two adults 30 inches each. That is narrower than a single twin bed per person, and it is why so many couples feel crowded in a Queen.
An Olympic Queen gives each person 33 inches. Those extra 3 inches each are often the difference between touching your partner every time you turn over and not.
And because the bed is only 6 inches wider than a Queen, it fits in rooms where a King would make the space feel tight.
Olympic Queen vs Queen vs King
| Bed | Mattress | Width per person | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen | 60" x 80" | 30" | Singles, smaller rooms |
| Olympic Queen | 66" x 80" | 33" | Couples in medium rooms |
| King | 76" x 80" | 38" | Couples with space to spare |
If your room can comfortably take a King, a King is the easier choice, mostly because of bedding. If it cannot, the Olympic Queen is the best way to get more width in the same room.
Who should buy an Olympic Queen?
It is a good fit if:
- You share a Queen and wake each other up
- Your room is around 10 by 11 to 11 by 12 feet, where a King feels crowded
- You want a little more space without changing your whole bedroom layout
- You are a single sleeper who likes to spread out
It is the wrong bed if anyone in it is taller than about 6 feet 2, since it is the same length as a Queen. A California King or a custom length will serve you better.
Benefits
More room in the same room. Six more inches of width, with only 6 more inches of floor.
Better sleep for couples. 33 inches each cuts the bumping and disturbance that make a Queen feel small.
Standard length. Queen-length flat sheets and blankets still work.
Built to order in Toronto. Our custom beds are available in Olympic Queen.
Drawbacks, honestly
Fitted sheets are harder to find. Standard Queen fitted sheets are too narrow. Olympic Queen sheets are available, but not in every store.
Mattress choice is narrower. Fewer brands make 66 x 80 mattresses, so check availability before you order the frame.
It is still not a King. If your room can take a King, you get more space and easier bedding.
Olympic Queen mattress and bedding
Mattress: confirm that your preferred brand offers 66 x 80 before ordering. Mattress makers that build custom sizes can usually make it.
Fitted sheets: look for Olympic Queen sizing specifically. Deep-pocket Queen sheets will not stretch 6 inches.
Duvets and flat sheets: a King duvet gives a generous drape on an Olympic Queen and is easy to find.
Room size requirements
The bed frame is about 6 feet 9 inches wide and 7 feet 11 inches long.
Minimum room: 10 by 11 feet
Ideal room: 11 by 12 feet or larger
Leave 2 to 3 feet of walking space on each side you use.
People also ask
How big is an Olympic Queen bed?
The mattress is 66 x 80 inches. Our frame is about 81 x 95 inches.
Is an Olympic Queen bigger than a Queen?
Yes, 6 inches wider and the same length.
Do Queen sheets fit an Olympic Queen?
Fitted sheets do not. Flat sheets and duvets usually do, and King duvets fit well.
Olympic Queen vs King: which should I buy?
A King if your room has space. An Olympic Queen if it does not.
Can you buy an Olympic Queen bed frame in Canada?
Yes. We build Olympic Queen frames to order in Toronto and deliver across Canada.
When you are ready
Our Canadian-made beds come in Olympic Queen, from upholstered platform beds to solid wood frames.
Still deciding? Our full bed size guide covers every size we make. Or tell us your room and how you sleep, and we will tell you the size that actually fits.
