8 Inexpensive Coastal Bedroom Decor Ideas You’ll Want to Copy

Ready to turn your bedroom into a breezy, relaxed retreat without blowing your budget? I’ve pulled together eight distinct coastal looks that feel fresh, polished, and totally doable with simple swaps and savvy thrifting.

Each design is a complete vibe—from color palettes to furniture choices to the tiny decor details that make it sing. Picture seashells, sun-faded stripes, and salty air… all for less than you think.

1. Classic Cape Cod Calm

Wide, straight-on shot of a Classic Cape Cod Calm bedroom: crisp white walls, white duvet on a bed with navy pinstripe shams, a thrifted woven jute rug grounding the space, white-painted nightstands, and a small weathered wood bench at the foot of the bed. Black-and-white coastal photography in thin black frames above the bed, simple brass sconces flanking the art, a ceramic table lamp with a linen shade on one nightstand, a navy throw with subtle fringe draped across the end of the bed, and a small bowl of smooth beach stones. Soft natural morning light, palette of white, navy, and sand; clean lines with relaxed, sun-worn textures, photorealistic.

This one’s pure seaside serenity. Think a soft palette of crisp white, navy, and sand, with clean lines and tailored textiles. It feels timeless, like a quiet morning walk along the dunes.

Start with a simple white duvet and add navy pinstripe shams. A thrifted woven jute rug grounds the space and brings in texture. For furniture, keep it light—white-painted nightstands and a small weathered wood bench at the foot of the bed.

Art: Black-and-white coastal photography in thin black frames.
Lighting: Simple brass sconces or a ceramic table lamp with a linen shade.
Accent: A navy throw with subtle fringe and a bowl of smooth beach stones.

It’s crisp without being cold. The secret is mixing tailored stripes with sun-worn textures so it feels relaxed, not preppy.

2. Driftwood Minimalist

If you love a calm, edited look, this design leans into neutral tones and quiet textures. Picture bleached driftwood, soft oyster gray walls, and layers of linen.

Choose a low-profile natural wood bed (or limewash your current headboard). Dress it in stone-colored linen bedding with one textured lumbar pillow in a sandy hue. Keep nightstands minimal, and add a single ceramic vase with a branch or palm frond.

Rug: Flatweave in ivory and taupe for subtle pattern.
Art: Textured canvas or DIY plaster art in tonal creams.
Lighting: Slim black or brushed nickel lamps for contrast.

Skip the clutter. One or two natural elements—like a chunk of driftwood or a shell dish—say “coastal” in a quiet, elevated way.

3. Seaglass Pastels

Medium-wide, airy Seaglass Pastels bedroom: gentle seafoam green walls, white bedding for balance, pastel throw pillows in pale aqua and blush coral, a lightweight gauzy throw. A painted side table in soft aqua beside the bed, glass base lamps in translucent seafoam or clear glass. Vintage-style distressed rug with faded blues and greens underfoot, simple glass bottles and a bowl of seaglass on the side table, sheer white curtains filtering light. Mood is soft, dreamy, and delicate with a gentle glow; photorealistic.

This is the soft, dreamy side of the coast. Imagine a palette of seafoam, pale aqua, blush coral, and misty gray—like seaglass scattered across the sand.

Paint the walls a gentle seafoam green and keep the bedding white for balance. Add pastel throw pillows and a lightweight gauzy throw. Bring in a painted side table in soft aqua (or upcycle one with chalk paint).

Rug: Vintage-style distressed rug with faded blues and greens.
Lighting: Glass base lamps in translucent seafoam or clear glass.
Decor: Simple glass bottles, seaglass in a bowl, and sheer white curtains.

It’s delicate without being sweet—think gentle glow, soft edges, and just a sprinkle of coastal sparkle.

4. Surfer Sun-Faded

Angled medium shot of a Surfer Sun-Faded bedroom vignette: simple platform bed with a washed teal lightweight quilt, layered striped throw and mismatched vintage pillows in terracotta, sandy beige, and sun-worn orange. Rattan chair beside the bed, woven ottoman, beat-up wood nightstand with casual patina. Wall art includes thrifted surf posters, vintage beach maps, and Polaroid-style prints; striped Turkish towels used as a throw or wall hanging. Jute rug and woven baskets for storage. Warm, sun-bleached light and retro surf shack vibe, photorealistic.

Laid-back and a little sun-bleached, this look channels a retro surf shack—but make it chic. Colors lean warm and faded: terracotta, washed teal, sandy beige, and sun-worn orange.

Start with a simple platform bed and a lightweight quilt in washed teal. Layer in a striped throw and a few mismatched vintage pillows. A rattan chair or woven ottoman adds the relaxed vibe.

Art: Thrifted surf posters, vintage beach maps, or Polaroid-style prints.
Textiles: Striped Turkish towels as throws or wall hangings.
Storage: Woven baskets for a casual, beachy catch-all.

Top it off with a jute rug and a beat-up wood nightstand. It’s carefree, cool, and easy to pull together from secondhand finds.

5. Nautical Navy Modern

Straight-on wide shot of a Nautical Navy Modern bedroom: accent wall behind the bed in deep navy or vertical shiplap, white duvet with navy piping, bold navy-and-white striped rug anchoring the room. White or walnut nightstands with clean silhouettes, brass sconces or a nautical cage lamp. Accents include a knot pillow on the bed, framed signal flags on the wall, and a polished brass tray on a nightstand. High-contrast color, strong graphic lines, crisp and modern lighting, photorealistic.

Clean, crisp, and a little bold. This one leans into navy, white, and brushed brass with graphic lines and a modern polish.

Give the wall behind the bed a coat of deep navy or add temporary vertical shiplap. Go classic with a white duvet and navy piping. A striped rug (navy and white) adds sharp contrast and pulls the room together.

Furniture: White or walnut nightstands with clean silhouettes.
Lighting: Brass sconces or a nautical-inspired cage lamp.
Accents: Knot pillow, framed signal flags, or a polished brass tray.

It’s nautical but not kitschy—keep motifs minimal and focus on strong lines and high-contrast color.

6. Tropical Breeze on a Budget

Medium shot of a Tropical Breeze on a Budget bed wall: crisp white bedding with palm-print pillows or a budget-friendly tropical quilt, a rattan headboard (or woven screen set behind the bed) providing texture. A tall faux palm or a real snake plant in the corner, natural sisal or textured cotton flatweave rug beneath. Cane-framed mirror over the dresser, bamboo tray and woven baskets as decor. Bright, airy daylight, palette of white, palm green, and rattan; effortless, sunny mood, photorealistic.

Light, leafy, and full of vacation energy—without feeling like a theme park. This look mixes white, palm green, and rattan with airy textures and natural fibers.

Keep bedding simple and crisp. Add palm-print pillows or a budget-friendly tropical quilt. Bring in a rattan headboard (Facebook Marketplace gold!) or place a woven screen behind the bed for texture.

Plants: A tall faux palm or real snake plant for low maintenance.
Rug: Natural sisal or a textured cotton flatweave.
Decor: Cane-framed mirror, bamboo tray, and woven baskets.

Skip heavy patterns elsewhere—let the greenery and rattan do the talking. The vibe is effortless and sunny.

7. Sandy Boho Cottage

Detail closeup of Sandy Boho Cottage layering on the bed: neutral linen duvet with a block-print quilt folded at the foot, mix-and-match pillows featuring tufting, fringe, and macramé in pale blues and oatmeal tones. Edge of a low wooden bench in frame holding a woven tray and a couple of magazines. In soft-focus background, sheer white curtains and a muted-blue patterned kilim or nubby cotton rug. Accents include a shell garland and tiny ceramic bud vases on a thrifted wicker wall shelf. Warm, sun-kissed neutrals and cozy texture, photorealistic.

Cozy meets coastal in this relaxed, layered look. Picture oatmeal linens, tassels, soft stripes, and pale blues with a collected, handmade feel.

Start with a neutral linen duvet and layer a block-print quilt at the foot. Use mix-and-match pillows with soft textures—tufting, fringe, or macramé. A low wooden bench makes the perfect perch for a woven tray and a few magazines.

Window: Sheer white curtains to invite in that beachy light.
Rug: Nubby cotton or a patterned kilim in muted blues.
Accents: Shell garland, ceramic bud vases, and a thrifted wicker wall shelf.

It’s calm and collected, with a hint of artisan charm. The key is soft layering and warm, sun-kissed neutrals.

8. Jetty Black and Sand

Wide, moody Jetty Black and Sand bedroom: black metal bed (or charcoal-painted headboard) centered against light walls, beige/flax linen bedding with a folded black throw at the end. Warm wood nightstands, a cane-front dresser to the side. Abstract seascapes with bold charcoal and cream brushstrokes above the bed, black sconces or a linen drum pendant casting warm light. Woven jute rug bordered in black for a tailored edge, a single organic object (large shell or stone sculpture) on a nightstand. High-contrast yet grounded, golden-hour ambiance, photorealistic.

For a moodier coastal moment, try this high-contrast combo: matte black, sandy beige, and warm wood. It feels modern and grounded—like a rocky jetty at golden hour.

Anchor the room with a black metal bed or paint your existing headboard charcoal. Choose beige or flax linen bedding with a black throw at the end. Add warm wood nightstands and a cane-front dresser if you can find one secondhand.

Art: Abstract seascapes with bold brushstrokes in charcoal and cream.
Lighting: Black sconces or a linen drum pendant for warmth.
Rug: Woven jute bordered in black for a tailored edge.

Bring in one organic object—like a large shell, vessel, or stone sculpture—to keep it coastal. It’s minimal, moody, and incredibly chic.

A few budget-friendly tips to make any of these designs happen fast:

Shop your home: Swap lamps, mirrors, or baskets from other rooms.
Paint changes everything: One accent wall or a thrifted side table can set the tone.
Textiles first: Bedding, pillows, and rugs deliver instant coastal vibes.
Stick to 3-4 colors: Keep it cohesive and calm.
Mix textures: Linen, rattan, jute, and wood are your coastal power players.

Pick the look that speaks to your favorite version of the shore—quiet dunes, lively surf, or a leafy tropical escape—and build from there. With the right mix of color, texture, and simple decor, your bedroom will feel like a seaside getaway every single night.