The Best Beach Towels To Buy For Summer
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From sand-free blankets to pretty patterns, there’s something for everyone.
Muriel Silva for Dillard's
Like socks and lip balm, beach towels have a way of disappearing into thin air. On the night before the first pool day or beach weekend of the year, you open the linen closet where you're sure they will be, where you're fully confident they will be, where you are utterly and absolutely positive they will be. And poof! Thin. Air.
Since we're all in the market for one, two, or five new beach towels at any given time, let us show you the best beach towels you'll never want to leave behind. Cover all of your family's functional needs with a sand-free blanket that keeps itself clean, an oversized towel fit for snuggling up in after a chilly dip, or an affordable set of cabana towels that'll ship quickly with Amazon Prime. Whether you prefer the quick-drying material of Turkish beach towels or absorbent plush styles, there's something for everyone. And don't forget about yourself, either. We included a few stylish options that deserve a spot in your beach bag all summer long.
These beach towels will get you excited for the season—just make sure to keep an eye on them so they don't go missing.
Best Overall: WETCAT Turkish Beach Towel
Pros
Lightweight
Packable
Large variety of colors
Cons
Not plush
As the overall best-seller in Amazon's massive beach towel category, Wetcat's Turkish Beach Towel has won over thousand of shoppers thanks to its packable and lightweight material. The pre-washed beach towels are soft and immediately absorb water rather than repel it. And practicality aside, their fringe detailing adds a pop to what can be an otherwise plain accessory.
Price at time of publish: $30
Best Oversized: Arkwright LLC Arkwright Oversized Beach Towel
Pros
Plush
Bulk savings
Larger than standard towels
Cons
Only sold in pack of 4
There's nothing quite as blissful as snuggling up in a plush oversized beach towel while soaking up some rays. If you want to keep things comfy, Amazon shoppers suggest wrapping up in this best-seller that "rolls up nicely." It comes in a pack of four, so you can cover the whole family with one purchase.
Price at time of publish: $55 for 4
Best for Travel: Dock & Bay Cabana Microfiber Beach Towel
Pros
Lightweight
Absorbent
Quick drying
Cons
Not plush
Higher price point
When you're traveling to the beach, packing light is everything. That's why a beach towel that easily packs down and saves space is a must. This best-selling style is as stylish as it is compact, since it comes with a travel accessory pouch. With its classic striped pattern available in 38 colors, the hardest part of this purchase is deciding which one to go with.
Price at time of publish: $30
Best for Kids: Ben Kaufman Personalized Printed Beach Towels for Kids
Pros
Personalization included
22 pattern options
Cons
No solid color options
Giving your little ones a personalized beach towel is one way to make sure everyone in the family has their own go-to. This Amazon shopper-favorite towel comes in 22 kid-friendly patterns and prints, all of which are available for personalized embroidery at checkout.
Price at time of publish: $20
Best Value: Utopia Towels Cabana Stripe Beach Towel (30 x 60 Inches) - 100% Ring Spun Cotton Large Pool Towels, Soft and Quick Dry Swim Towels Variety Pack
Pros
Absorbent
Affordable
Cons
Only sold in pack of 4
On account of the disappearing act that beach towels have a habit of pulling, it only makes sense to stock up. This four-pack of towels is winning over beach lovers everywhere. "We live just yards from the beach and we go through towels quickly," one reviewer said. "We use them, our visiting family and friends use them, and we use them around the pool as well. So many of the 'tourist' towels really don't stand up to the wear, but these do. Absorbent and soft [and] the colors stay vibrant."
Price at time of publish: $40 for 4
Best Sand Repellent: WEKAPO Sand Free Beach Blanket
Pros
Repels sand
Repels water
Large size
Cons
Not plush
Not absorbent
As much as we love digging our toes in the sand, having to sweep it out of our beach bags for the days following isn't the best time. That's why investing in a beach blanket designed to repel sand is the way to go. Thousands of shoppers have fallen for this popular style that ensures sand "blows right off."
Price at time of publish: $29
Best Lightweight: Nova Blue Nova Blue Beach Towel
Pros
Lightweight
Absorbent
Cons
No solid color options
This lightweight towel screams "summertime fun" thanks to its punchy patterns with sea animals, flamingos, and florals. Rave reviews for the best-selling beach towel mention how "excellent" the quality is and how well the towel holds up to washing.
Price at time of publish: $23
Best Pattern: Dillard's Southern Living x Nellie Howard Ossi Collection Block Print Beach Towel
Pros
Designer pattern
Cotton terry material
Cons
Higher price point
A great beach towel shouldn't sacrifice style. A part of Jacksonville, Florida-based interior designer Nellie Howard Ossi's Dillard's collection , this beach towel offers an eye-catching patterns to put on display at the beach or poolside. In addition to the colorful design, it also features a fringe trim. If Dillard's "people have this added to their wish list!" feature is any indication, you'll want to act fast—shoppers have their eyes on it.
Price at time of publish: $45
Best Round: RosieLily Round Mandala Beach Towel
Pros
Unique shape
Fast drying
Cons
No solid color options
If you're in the market for an Instagram-worthy towel, why not go with the round towel trend? This 100 percent cotton fast-drying towel works for picnics and outdoor yoga just as well as it does waterside. You can get the beach blanket in eight mandala-inspired prints.
Price at time of publish: $20
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