Best Cocktail Ottoman Ideas and Picks for Your Living room

Cocktail ottomans provide a great aesthetic to your living room, but they serve a very practical purpose as well. Cocktail ottomans can be used as a seat, footstool, or to place drinks on, and with our best cocktail ottoman ideas and picks, you’ll find out which one will likely suit you best.

We’ll look at various ottomans and explore their pros and cons before finding out which one comes out on top.

If you want a quick overview of the cocktail ottomans on our list, have a look at the table below.

At a Glance: 7 of the Best Cocktail Ottomans in 2021

What is a Cocktail Ottoman?

An ottoman is a type of furniture that is usually found in the living room. It acts as a footstool, but it can double up as a seat too. A cocktail ottoman is simply a type of ottoman that can also be utilized as a makeshift coffee table. They are recognizable by having four short and wide legs, which help to give the ottoman stability.

The majority of cocktail ottoman designs are square or rectangle; again, this helps with the stability of the furniture, primarily when it is being used as a coffee table. Some may have a wooden center; however, in most cases, you need to put a tray on top of the ottoman if you want it to hold drinks.

The materials that are cocktail ottomans are generally made from include:

• Leather
• Vinyl
• Velvet
• Canvas

Things to consider before buying a Cocktail Ottoman

We will look at the top cocktail ottomans on the market soon, but before we do, there are certain things to consider before you make a purchase.

Material

Cocktail ottomans are usually made from either leather, vinyl, velvet, or canvas. Some might even have a wooden or glass center.

The material that the ottoman is made from will have a significant impact on several areas. One is durability, as some materials will last in a top condition more than others. You should also think about cleaning as certain materials – such as leather and vinyl – can be cleaned easier than materials such as canvas.

Leather and vinyl usually require a quick wipe with a damp cloth; however, other materials will take much more maintenance.

Ottoman material can sometimes stain (especially if you are using it to hold drinks), so consider this before buying.

Overall Dimensions

Most cocktail ottomans are pretty compact; however, they usually are larger than standard ottomans. This is because their purpose is to act as a coffee table and a footstool and seat.

In a medium to big living room, the size probably won’t matter too much.

In a smaller living space, you should think about the overall dimensions of the ottoman and if it will fit comfortably in your home. They are great as a centerpiece to your room but if you intend on only using it now and again, think about where you will store the ottoman.

Stability

By the nature of their design, cocktail ottomans are very stable as they have shorter but wider legs.

However, it is something to look at before you buy. If you use it as a coffee table, you won’t want drinks to fall off or the ottoman to start wobbling when you set something on top of it.

Some ottomans will be more stable than others, and they will be better suited to holding drinks and other items safely.

Color

This links in with the material and overall design of the cocktail ottoman. Think about your color scheme in your room – does the ottoman you want to buy fit in with that, or will it stand out like a sore thumb and become an eyesore?

The color of the ottoman you buy doesn’t have to be the same as everything else in your home because it can act as a distinctive focal point. Although you should consider the color and if it is going to blend in or at least stick out stylishly in the room.

Shape

Finally, think of the shape of the ottoman that you want to purchase. Most cocktail ottomans are either square or rectangular, and this gives them added stability when it comes to placing drinks and other items on.

The shape of the cocktail ottoman should also be considered with the style that you want to go for. If the rest of your living room furniture is shaped in a certain way – for example, having a square sofa – it could be a good idea to purchase a cocktail ottoman with a similar style.

7 Best Cocktail Ottomans

1.BELLEZE 33 Inch Round Button Ottoman – Best overall Cocktail Ottoman

The BELLEZE 33 Inch Round Button Ottoman makes the top of our list for a variety of reasons. The first is that we love the style of this cocktail ottoman. It has a classic design, but it wouldn’t look out of place in a modern home. This ottoman features nailhead trim, and it is made from fabric with durability assured by solid wood legs.

This is a very stable cocktail ottoman, and it is perfect for putting a tray with drinks on top. In fact, this ottoman is very comfortable to sit on and can be used as a seat. Is there anything we don’t like with this ottoman? Well, it could be a little more comfortable when being used as a footrest, but it is a minor point. The fabric will take a bit more maintenance than leather, but we love its looks.

If you want a great cocktail ottoman that can fit seamlessly into a modern or traditional style room for a reasonable price, the BELLEZE 33 Inch Round Button Ottoman is a stellar choice.

Pros

• Great cocktail ottoman overall with a stylish design
• Can fit into modern and traditional rooms
• Solid and durable
• It is available at a reasonable cost

Cons

• It could be a bit more comfortable when being used as a footrest.

2. 24KF Large Square Upholstered Ottoman Coffee Table – Best elegant looking Cocktail Ottoman

Next up on our list is the 24KF Large Square Upholstered Ottoman Coffee Table, which is our choice for the best elegant-looking cocktail ottoman.

This ottoman wouldn’t look out of place in a very lavish-styled room, and we like the elegant traditional style it comes in. You might think that this ottoman will cost a ton of money, but that isn’t the case – it is very reasonably priced.

Another thing we love about this ottoman is the variety of colors and styles it comes in. You can get this cocktail ottoman either in a rounded shape or a square shape, and there are many colors to choose from, including:

• Charcoal
• Ivory
• Blush
• Navy
• Granite
• Grey

The only problem we have found with this ottoman is that the leg brackets could be sturdier. They aren’t the most durable, and some people have found that they need to be replaced.

Pros

• Elegant-looking cocktail ottoman
• Available in both rounded and square shapes
• It can be bought in a variety of different colors

Cons

• Leg brackets could be better made and often need to be replaced.

3. SIMPLIHOME Owen 34 inch Wide Rectangle Coffee Table Lift Top Storage Ottoman – Best Cocktail Ottoman with Storage

If you want to have some additional storage, the SIMPLIHOME Owen 34 inch Wide Rectangle Coffee Table Lift Top Storage is what you need.

The top of this cocktail ottoman lifts to reveal a sizeable storage area ideal for putting things away and reducing clutter in your living room. The leather finish is a nice touch and means this cocktail ottoman will look at home in a variety of different styles.

Some people won’t like the exposed hinges on the design, and it does tend to collect and show a lot of dust. However, this is a great cocktail ottoman that is just as good at holding drinks as it is at storing items in your living room.

Pros

• Good cocktail ottoman with storage
• It has a nice leather finish
• Sturdy and you can place drinks on top of it

Cons

• Exposed hinges may not be to everyone’s tastes
• Collects and displays a lot of dust

4.SIMPLIHOME Owen 48 inch Wide Rectangle Coffee Table Lift Top Storage Ottoman – Best long Cocktail Ottoman

The SIMPLIHOME Owen 48 inch Wide Rectangle Coffee Table Lift Top Storage Ottoman is our top pick if you want a long cocktail ottoman instead of the usual rounded or square design. This rectangular ottoman has most of the same features as the 34-inch model that we look at above. It has good storage when you lift the top, and it comes in a lovely leather style that will fit into the majority of homes.

It does suffer the same problem as collecting and displaying dust very easily, so you will need to clean it more often than other models. However, the leather finish means that it will be easier to keep clean if you spill something on it. Overall, a great long ottoman that is ideal if you have additional space in your room.

Pros

• Long ottoman with storage space
• Leather finish and easy to keep clean
• Durable and well-built

Cons

• Collects and displays a lot of dust

5. Nost & Host Ottoman Bench – Best budget Cocktail Ottoman

Just because you don’t have a lot of money to spend doesn’t mean you can’t get a fantastic cocktail ottoman. The Nost & Host Ottoman Bench is very wallet-friendly, and we think it looks good as well. The design certainly isn’t below par at a lower cost than any other ottoman on our list.

This ottoman has an excellent denim fabric material, and it will fit in with most room designs from contemporary to more traditional. There is storage if you lift up the top, which we always like to see with an ottoman. It is a little on the small side and looks a bit out of place in a larger room.

However, for the price, you get a very functional and well-built cocktail ottoman.

Pros

• Affordable cocktail ottoman that always looks great
• Storage if you lift up the top
• Will fit into a variety of home designs

Cons

• This ottoman is a bit small

6. Iconic Home Batya Ottoman – Best round Cocktail Ottoman

Round cocktail ottomans can bring an interesting design feature to your home, and the Iconic Home Batya Ottoman is the pick of the bunch. The contemporary style of this ottoman will appeal to many people, and the velvet fabric feels great to touch and sit on. This ottoman comes in four colors – navy, green, black, cognac.

There aren’t many downsides with this cocktail ottoman other than the round shape might not be what you want for your living room, bedroom, or home office. The velvet should be easy enough to clean and maintain, although you can only spot clean it, which might be a problem to prevent certain spills from staining.

Although, this is a well-designed cocktail ottoman that is perfect for placing drinks on when entertaining.

Pros

• Well-designed round cocktail ottoman
• Velvet fabric so offers a luxury look and feel
• Easy to clean and maintain
• Available in four colors

Cons

• Can only spot clean

7. Borlofield Upholstered Ottoman Coffee Table – Best Cocktail Ottoman with open storage

The last cocktail ottoman on our list is the Borlofield Upholstered Ottoman Coffee Table. Some people prefer less clutter at home, so they want items to be out of sight and out of mind; however, this ottoman is perfect for open storage.

If you want to display some items such as books or candles in a neat way, this cocktail ottoman lets you do that with the open storage at the bottom. It also has a pleasant pine wood effect finish and a fabric top made for holding drinks and other items.

This ottoman is a bit pricey, so it certainly isn’t a budget option, but you are certainly getting a luxury and functional piece of furniture for the money.

Pros

• Lovely cocktail ottoman with open storage
• Pinewood finish and durable design
• Will fit into most home design styles

Cons

• This ottoman is a bit expensive

FAQs

Which is the Best Cocktail Ottoman?

Having a cocktail ottoman in your home serves both a very practical purpose as well as an aesthetic one. The best cocktail ottoman is the BELLEZE 33 Inch Round Button Ottoman because it has many great features and is available at a reasonable cost.

It has a classic design but looks at home in a contemporary setting, and this ottoman is also very stable for placing drinks and other items on top of it. We like how comfortable this ottoman is to sit on (although it could be better when used as a footstool), while the fabric will take a bit more maintenance than leather.

Overall, this is a fantastic cocktail ottoman and one that would be a great addition to any home.

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