Small RV Bedroom Ideas: 16 Cozy RV Bedrooms Made to Cuddle Up With a Book
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Just because your RV bedroom is small doesn’t mean you should overlook it when decorating. Instead, why not turn it into the perfect reading nook? Take a look at these small RV bedroom ideas for inspiration on how to improve the lighting, add soft and cozy features, and decorate with window treatments and decor that add charm without taking up too much space.
1. Use Throw Pillows as Extra Storage
Nothing makes a bed look more inviting than a pile of soft throw pillows! We love these modern Boho pillows paired with a painted dark headboard. Tip: Instead of stuffing throw pillow covers with a regular pillow insert, stuff them with beach towels, and extra set of sheets, or out-of-season sweaters and they’ll double as storage!
Create this look:
- Gray duvet cover
- Industrial reading lights
- Faux plants
- Hyacinth basket
- Geometric rust colored pillows
2. Natural Wood Shelves Make a Small RV Bedroom Feel Bigger
Most RV bedrooms are manufactured with large cabinets above and around the sides of the bed. These RV renovators ripped them out and added natural wood shelves in this light and airy bedroom. The bins and rope baskets still offer plenty of storage.
Create this look:
3. DIY Headboard and Easy No-Sew Curtains
Geometric wood headboards are the latest DIY trend. You can paint the wood strips or leave them natural, like this RVer did. To recreate the look, check out this tutorial from HGTV. (Be sure to check out our blog post 19 Headboard Ideas for Your RV Bedroom Remodel for more photos of artistic headboard designs!)
This RVer also got creative with the curtains, using Turkish hand towels, a dowel rod, and some metal curtain clips to make her own stylish curtains.
Create this look:
- Luxury cotton blanket
- Diamond pattern pillow cases
- Black and white striped Turkish beach towel
- Turkish hand towels for curtains
- Black curtain clips for hanging curtains
- Black no-drill curtain rods
4. RV Bunks With a Hidden Trundle Bed
These bunks with a hidden trundle are perfect for your next sleepover party. While you cozy up in the bed above (yes, this is the same RV!), the kids have their own space to sleep.
Create this look:
- Brown chenille lumbar pillows
- Turkish hand towels for curtains
- Black curtain clips for hanging curtains
- Black no-drill curtain rods
- Twin cotton blanket
5. Add a Pendant Light for Cozy Ambiance
This cozy RV already decorated for winter is ready for snuggles! We love the plug-in pendant light that takes up no extra space in this small RV bedroom and is perfect for reading.
Create this look:
6. This Wood Headboard Brings the Cabin Vibes
A wood plank headboard brings so much warmth to RV bedrooms! Want to make your own wood plank wall? Check out our tutorial on the seven different ways to recreate a shiplap wall in an RV.
One of our favorite small RV bedroom ideas is replacing RV reading lights with decorative wall sconces, like the owners of this RV did (or adding battery-powered wall sconces if your RV doesn’t already have lights over the bed). Did you know you can replace RV light fixtures with regular light fixtures as long as a 12v bulb will fit Read how here. If you don’t have wall sconces, you can easily add a pair of stylish rechargeable battery-powered wall sconces–no wiring required.
Create this look:
- Gold battery-powered wall sconces
- Rose-colored quilt
- Set of throw pillows
- Long decorative Boho pillow
- Blue throw blanket
7. Decorate a Small RV Bedroom for the Holidays
If you don’t have room for a Christmas tree in your RV, you can still feel festive by adding winter decor throughout your RV. We love decorating the RV with items that can be kept up before and after Christmas. Tip: If you use real greenery, you won’t have to find a place to store it later (but you might prefer this faux cedar garland for your bedroom so it doesn’t drop needles all over your bed).
Create this look:
- Gray and white striped sheets
- Plaid throw pillow
- Cozy gray throw blanket
- Faux cedar garland
- “Not all who wander are lost” sign
8. Next Level Coziness
Looking at this beautifully remodeled RV, it’s hard to imagine what it looked like fresh off the manufacturing line! We love the custom wood accents, olive green cabinets, and DIY curtains. Love this RV? Tour the rest of this incredible makeover here. (You’ll love the cedar valances the owner built!)
Create this look:
- Rust colored pillow cases and sheets
- Geometric grid throw pillows
- DIY roll-up window shade with leather straps (tutorial)
9. When Blackout Curtains Aren’t Enough…
…Paint everything black for an extra dark bedroom perfect for afternoon naps. The black woven basket style light shade makes the perfect centerpiece. (If you love this, you’ll love these 14 RVs with Dark, Black Interiors.)
Create this look:
- Woven pendant basket light shade
- Black and beige woven throw
- Rust and beige geometric pillows
- Black fleece throw blanket
- Black and white striped Boho style pillow
10. RV Loft Decor Ideas
Does your RV have a small loft bedroom? You can decorate it too! The owner of this RV added string lights, a snake plant in a woven basket, and a tiny side table to this loft bedroom and play area.
Recreate the look:
- Woven basket for plant
- Tiny wooden side table
- Wooden rainbow stacking toy
- Striped woven blanket
- String lights
- Faux leather pillow
- Geometric Boho throw pillow
- Faux sheepskin rug
11. Small RV Bedroom Ideas for Vans and Buses
Whether camping somewhere beautiful in nature or in a campground watching the weather pass by, these windows are perfect for a lazy afternoon. Cozy up in bed and watch a storm in this renovated bus.
Create this look:
12. Turn on the lamp and read a book
This built-in bookshelf was courtesy of the manufacturer, but the rest of this RV bedroom was updated and painted. We love the green paint on the bookshelves!
Create this look:
- White Beddy’s zip-on comforter
- Neutral throw pillows
- Striped neutral throw pillow
- Gold table lamp with marble base
13. Greenery Without the Green Thumb
Greenery isn’t just for Christmas! If you love plants but don’t want the challenge of keeping plants alive in an RV, adding a faux eucalyptus garland is a great way to make the bedroom feel cozy without any maintenance!
Recreate this look:
14. Curl Up by the Fireplace
A space heater can come in handy on a chilly morning (as long as you use it safely). Why not choose one that looks like a tiny wood stove to create a cozy vibe in your RV bedroom?
Did you know it’s possible to put a real wood stove in an RV? Read about that option here.
Create this look:
15. Is that a real headboard?
Hate that RV bedrooms don’t come with headboards? We do too (that’s why we have ideas for making your own)!
This RVer found her own solution: find a real headboard and build it in!
Create this look:
- Gingham duvet cover
- Jaquard throw pillow covers
- Battery-powered brass wall sconces
- Wood charcuterie board
- Silk flower arrangement
16. Ceiling Medallions Fancy Up This Bedroom
If the pillows and cushioned headboard weren’t cozy enough, the ceiling medallions around the reading lights add that extra bit of homeyness.
Create this look:
- White ceiling medalions
- White tufted duvet cover
- Pink striped throw pillow
- Light blue throw pillows
- Pink tufted headboard
Which of These RV Bedrooms Are Your Favorite?
We hope these small RV bedroom ideas inspire you to make your camper feel more like home. Need inspiration for your next DIY project? Let us help you get started:
- A Complete Guide to Painting Your RV
- 19 Headboard Ideas for Your RV Bedroom Remodel
- 10 Beautiful RV Bedroom Ideas
- How to Decorate an RV on a Budget
- RV Design Trends to Elevate Your Home on Wheels
Alyssa Padgett is the author of the best-selling book, A Beginner’s Guide to Living in an RV. She loves all things #RVlife and travels full-time around the globe with her family of four.
