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12 Kids’ Bath Towels We Really Love 

Stephanie Ganz
Stephanie Ganz
Once a professional chef (in the lifetime before she had two kids), Stephanie Ganz has written and developed original recipes for Bon Appetit, Eater, The Kitchn, and Virginia Living, and is a regular contributor to Richmond Magazine.
updated Jan 26, 2026
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Kids bathroom with red, cream, and pink tile and large tub, and aqua towels
Credit: Faith Durand

Despite how messy bath time can be (every caretaker has their stories!), there is something precious about it and the inevitable giggles and snuggles that follow. (Even if you do have to clean those bath toys later!) Once your kid is finally done playing in the bath and wriggling out of your soapy hands, what better way to keep them warm and dry than with an adorable bath towel?

Whether you’re looking for a towel that features their favorite animal, a fun hooded style, or even an all-cotton classic that can grow with them, you’ll find it here among our favorites. These are the best kid bath towels that combine form and function with cute designs, soft fabrics that are gentle enough for newborns but durable enough for toddlers, and great prices that won’t hurt your budget.

SANDLÖPARE Towel
$20

It's hard to resist this soft terry cloth robe with a hood. Featuring an adorable cheetah face and trendy print, it's a great way to get your little one out of the bath quickly and easily. Reviewers rave that it feels thicker than other kid bath towels, and you'll rave about the $20 price tag.

$20 at IKEA
Company Cotton™ Spectrum Bath Towel
$40$28

When Cubby’s Editor-in-Chief Alison shops for kids’ bath towels, she looks for soft, 100% cotton, durable, and absorbent towels that are also cute. The Company Store’s Spectrum woven towels meet these criteria and are OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certified. While great for kids, their elevated, almost polka-dot pattern also appeals to adults who love color.

$28 at The Company Store
Mon Ami Petit Sun Towel And Washcloth Set
$55

With their unique hooded designs (lambs, suns, sharks!) Mon Ami’s kids’ towel and washcloth sets are about as cute as it gets. These petite muslin and terry towels make a thoughtful gift for expecting parents, who will silently thank you every bath time.

$55 at Maisonette
Multi Stripe Bath Towel
$24

Made from 100% yarn-dyed cotton, Pottery Barn’s striped kids towels are bright and cheery. These absorbent, affordable towels bring a splash of color to the bathroom, and they’re the perfect complement to Pottery Barn Kids’ Rainbow Bath Accessories.

$24 at Pottery Barn Kids
Organic Turkish Cotton Kids Hooded Towel Set 4-Pack
$80

If you have multiple kids or just want to have plenty of clean towels on hand, this organic Turkish cotton hooded towel set is ideal. It icomes with four towels that are super soft, plush, and snuggly, and available in three sweet colors.

$80 at Quince
Little Unicorn Large Cotton Hooded Towel
$50

Absorbent, downy, and warm, Little Unicorn’s hooded cotton towels will help keep bathtime cozy and cute. Available in subdued florals, cute dinos, or classic stripes, these 42” x 47” towels will accommodate growing kiddos up to about 5 years old.

$50 at Amazon
Bamboo Little Hooded Towel Set, Cheetah
$38

Made from a blend of bamboo and cotton muslin, this darling hooded bath towel and washcloth set would be a perfect gift for a new baby. Choose from cute but subtle designs like cheetahs, bunnies, and lions.

$38 at Maisonette
Waffle Bath Towel
$49

The clean, modern design of these lightweight waffle towels will make your bathroom feel like a spa — perfect for pampering your little one. Available in pleasing neutral colors, these towels are beloved by customers because they look gorgeous and dry quickly. These are full-sized towels, giving you plenty of coverage for big kids, tweens, and teens.

$49 at Parachute
The Hooded Towel
$31

Lalo’s hooded kids’ bath towel is deliciously soft and cozy, with a subtle trim in white, pink, blue, or sage. The 100% organic Turkish cotton towels are sized to give your baby a little room to grow (46 x 27 in), so you can enjoy them for several years before sizing up.

$31 at Lalo
Miki House UV Protection Gauze Pile Hybrid Bath Towel, Multi
$60

Miki House’s bath towels combine an extra soft gauze side with an absorbent pile side to create a towel that kids will love almost as much as their blankies. The fun, bold designs telegraph, Made-for-Kids, but in a way that will still look charming in any bathroom.

$60 at Maisonette
Kids' Hooded Towel
$58

Designed for kids from 1 to 6 years of age, these soft hooded towels are made with 100% organic cotton with a sweet, decorative trim. For an extra special touch, take Weezie’s up on their offer to personalize the towels with a name or monogram for an additional $15.

$58 at Weezie
Toddler Hooded Bath Towel
$65

Toddlers still love to get swaddled up like a baby sometimes, and these buttery soft bamboo towels are perfect for the job. With a subtle, stylish trim, a nice deep hood and pockets for their little hands, Kyte Baby’s hooded bath towels are the ideal towel for staying cozy after bathtime.

$65 at Kyte BABY

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