If you’ve ever been cramped in your friend’s RV for bed space, you’ll know the horror and discomfort that comes with it. But then again, RVs don’t always have enough space to fit an extra bed.
So, what’s the solution? A trailer with a Murphy bed.
Murphy beds or wall beds have a space-saving design, making them suitable for RVs. The bed closes against the wall, keeping the RV spacious during the day.
If you often travel with kids or friends, it’s best to have extra space on board. Let’s take a look at the best trailers with Murphy beds.
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1. Gulf Stream Vintage Cruiser 19MBS
The Gulf Stream cruiser definitely has a vintage vibe to it, but it’s equipped with every modern amenity you can think of. You will like the huge Murphy bed that sits at the front of this cruiser and converts into a jackknife sofa.
Owing to the overhead storage, the cruiser has plenty of space for storing toiletries and food. Plus, there are wardrobes and a cabinet for keeping all your clothes and cosmetics. If you have a vacuum cleaner, that goes under the bed.
You’ll find the kitchen at the back of the trailer, which is perfectly-finished and boasts a wood-grain design.
If you have friends with you, put the cooktop with three burners to use to whip up a delicious meal for the party.
The kitchen also has a refrigerator and microwave, along with countertop space for preparing food. If you need any more sleeping space, the dinette converts into a comfy bed too.
Moreover, there’s a TV unit to binge Netflix while chilling on the Murphy bed. If you’re too bored of the indoors, head over to the power awning for shade.
The cruiser costs around $18,000.
Features
- Six gallons water heater
- 20,000BTUs furnace
- 83 inches interior height
- 10 feet 2 inches exterior height
- 23 feet 2 inches length
- 7 feet 6 inches width
- 2 x 20 lbs. LP tank
- 33 gallons gray waste water capacity
- 27 gallons fresh water capacity
- 3,192 lbs. dry weight
2. Forest River Salem FSX 280RT Toy Hauler Travel Trailer
The Forest River toy hauler is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a travel trailer that’s huge and functional. First of all, let’s talk about the Murphy bed. The trailer has a queen-sized bed right in the front.
Although there isn’t a wall separating it from the lounge, the area is supposed to be the master suite. Now, I wouldn’t mind the lack of privacy due to the absence of a wall, but if it’s something that irks you, maybe try another option.
As you move forward, you’ll come to the rear end through the kitchen and sitting area. Two more beds are placed here, making the trailer suitable for sleeping up to six people.
Nothing says modern like a beautifully-designed shower. The trailer has a fiberglass shower with a skylight to let you feel the real spirit of being outdoors.
In the kitchen, there’s a convection microwave, allowing you to cook anything you want. Once the meal is ready, enjoy it on the U-shaped dinette, placed conveniently next to the kitchen.
If Saturday barbecue nights are a family tradition or you just love to jam to your Spotify playlists, you’re in luck; the ramp door converts into a party patio for all your outdoor activities.
This 2019 model’s price is around $23,000, but some dealers may give it at $20,000.
Features
- 760 lbs. hitch weight
- 32 feet 4 inches exterior length
- 10 feet 6 inches exterior height
- 96 inches exterior width
- 15 feet awning size
- 38 gallons fresh water
- 30 gallons gray water
- 5,608 lbs. gross vehicle weight
3. Jayco Octane Super Lite 312 Toy Hauler
I don’t want to fill this list with toy haulers, but I couldn’t resist since it is Jayco. The Octane Super Lite is about 38 feet long, perfect for larger families or friend groups.
As you walk into the hauler, the first thing you spot is the Murphy bed, disguised as a sofa for watching TV. It gets better; the sofa cum Murphy bed is surrounded by two large windows, giving you a sweet view of the scenery outside.
Apart from this extra sleeping space, there’s more room on the dinette for another person as it converts into a bed.
Besides, the kitchen is pretty impressive with a two-burner cooktop, overhead cabinets for kitchen accessories, a refrigerator, and a convection microwave. It’s sort of like a kitchen you’d find in a small apartment.
The main lounge area has a bathroom beside the kitchen, which has an angled shower and a linen closet.
If you like sitting outside for your morning coffee and the insects keep bugging you (pun intended), you’ll appreciate the screen door. Simply pull it down and open the 7-foot ramp to enjoy the morning sun, while keeping the insects and birds out.
It costs around $30,000, while the 2020 updated models can range up to $40,000.
Features
- 1135 lbs. hitch weight
- 11,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight
- 6 gallons water heater
- 4 gallons gray wastewater
- 4 gallons black wastewater
- 87 inches interior height
- 102 inches exterior width
- 37 feet 11 inches exterior length
- 96 gallons freshwater capacity
4. The Airstream Atlas
Filled with luxurious amenities, everything in the Airstream Atlas screams class and comfort. Despite being the first Airstream trailer to have a Murphy bed, the Atlas is marvelously-designed for creating sufficient space.
Plus, you don’t even have to pull the bed down manually. Simply press a button, and it will be ready for you to sleep on. Airstream partnered with Mercedes Benz, and that’s why the motorhome has a Benz chassis with ultimate sleekness.
At the rear end of the trailer, you’ll find a huge bathroom, hidden behind a sliding door. Upon opening it, you’ll be greeted with a closet, shower, porcelain toilet, and a vanity.
More importantly, it has LED lighting and Kohler faucets, so there’s not a single thing to complain about.
In the sitting area, there’s a Samsung Smart TV that hides way into the entertainment cabinet, keeping the motorhome looking spacious.
It’s definitely not the most budget-friendly option costing around $221,000 but provides luxury that’s hard to find on the road. If you’d rather opt for an Atlas alternative, I’ve discussed them below.
Features
- 24 feet 9 inches exterior length
- 10 feet 6 inches exterior height
- 8 feet 3 inches width
- 6 feet 6 inches interior height
- 23 gallons fresh water capacity
- 31 gallons gray water capacity
- 23 gallons black water capacity
- Mercedes-Benz® 3.0L V6 turbo diesel engine
- 16,000 BTU furnace
- Mercedes-Benz® Adaptive ESP® chassis safety system
5. Sonic SN200VML Travel Trailer
While most campers have a single sofa that converts into a Murphy bed, the Sonic travel trailer has two sofas.
One is an actual sofa, while the other is a Murphy bed, measuring 60 by 70 inches.
If you like to have some privacy for traveling with family, this camper will be suitable as it has an accordion door. The door separates the bedroom from the living area, giving you much-needed privacy.
Furthermore, it has an entertainment center with everything you need to kill boredom. The kitchen has a double-burner cooktop and a refrigerator, with spacious countertops to keep all your supplies.
One of my favorite things about this trailer is the medicine cabinet in the bathroom. If you’re anything like me, you must bring tons of toiletries along, and storage in the bathroom is an uncompromisable necessity.
Also, the bathroom has a shower, measuring 34 inches, and a sink. The RV is priced at about $20,000.
Features
- 4000 lbs. unloaded vehicle weight
- 300 lbs. dry hitch weight
- 82 inches interior height
- 10 feet 4 inches exterior height
- 90 inches exterior width
- 23 feet 4 inches exterior length
- 39 gallons fresh water capacity
- 30 gallons black water capacity
- 30 gallons gray water capacity
- 40 lbs. LP Gas
- 20,000 BTUs furnace
6. Tiffin Motorhomes Wayfarer 24 FW
While the Murphy bed in most motorhomes is right in front of the trailer, it’s across the bathroom in the Tiffin Wayfarer. Also, the bed folds into a huge desk that can be used for dining or working.
Like the Airstream Atlas, this trailer boasts a Mercedes chassis, giving it a rather sleek and high-end look. I’m not a huge fan of the huge price spike this brings, but if it’s your cup of tea, by all means, take this trailer for a ride.
The trailer has the living area in the front and the kitchen in the center, which has an oven and a microwave along with a 2-burner stovetop.
Also, there’s an accordion door keeping the master bedroom separate from the rest of the space, providing extra privacy. Overall, it’s a roomy travel trailer priced at $140,000.
Features
- 25 feet length
- 90 inches width
- 80 inches interior height
- 36 gallons back water capacity
- 35 gallons fresh water capacity
- 23 gallons gray water capacity
- 5000 lbs. hitch weight
- 24.5 gallons fuel capacity
- 11,030 lbs. gross vehicle weight
7. Forest River Rockwood 2507s Mini Lite
As you walk into the trailer, the first thing in sight is a Murphy bed that shifts into a couch during the daytime. This makes the space roomy enough for your additional gadgets, workout equipment, or accessories.
On both sides of the bed are two large windows, letting you enjoy the scenic views outside. Also, the bedsides have two wardrobes and nightstands, so there’s no issue of storage.
The peninsula-style kitchen has enough space for preparing food conveniently while the three-burner cooktop allows two people to cook at once. Plus, the overhead cabinet houses all your food for the trip.
Moreover, it features a slide-out dinette, with carpeted floors. But the highlight of this motorhome is the gas grill that is conveniently placed outside under the awning.
400;”>Coming to the bathroom, there’s a huge shower cabin and a linen closet. Thus, you have everything that you need to feel at home. You can find it for around $30,000 on the RV trader.
Features
- 625 lbs. hitch weight
- 5,471 lbs. vehicle weight
- 25 feet 11 inches exterior length
- 10 feet 11 inches exterior height
- 96 inches exterior width
- 58 gallons fresh water capacity
- 30 gallons gray water capacity
- 30 gallons black water capacity
- 19 feet awning size
8. 2019 Forest River RV Salem Cruise Lite 171RBXL
Although the Salem Cruise is small, measuring about 22 feet, it is quite spacious on the inside, thanks to the Murphy bed. The 60 by 74 inches Murphy bed allows two people to sleep and folds up into a 56-inch sofa.
One look at this trailer’s floor plan is enough to tell you that it is designed by experts. It has ample storage space under the tables, in the linen closet, bedroom closets, and the overhead cabinets.
As the bed has end tables on both sides, you can conveniently place your drink or snacks while watching TV. Also, there’s a 10-foot awning for all your outdoor fun activities.
In the kitchen, you have a three-burner stove and a refrigerator. However, the countertop space is a bit smaller compared to other motorhomes on this list.
But, I wouldn’t worry much about that as there’s a U-shaped dinette right across the kitchen for prepping food and dining.
You’ll find the radius shower with a sink to its side and the toilet across it on the extreme corner of the trailer. It’s priced around $25,000 on RV Trader.
Features
- 521 lbs. hitch weight
- 3,836 lbs. vehicle weight
- 22 feet 5 inches exterior length
- 10 feet 1-inch exterior height
- 96 inches exterior width
- 38 gallons fresh water capacity
- 30 gallons gray water capacity
- 30 gallons black water capacity
- 10 feet awning size
9. 2019 Keystone RV Passport 199ML Express
If you’re looking for a trailer with Murphy bed and slide out that’s also easy to tow, this is the one. Weighing around 3,930 lbs, the trailer will add up to about 4,600 when it’s full, making it easy for most trucks to tow it.
On the inside, the trailer is quite spacious due to the presence of the Murphy bed cum sofa. When the bed is out of the way, you’re left with a sofa with plenty of entry space.
The Murphy bed has wardrobes on both sides, creating ample space for you to keep your clothes or equipment.
As you move forward, you reach the kitchen with a U-shaped dinette, fitting many people. You can expand it to create more sleeping space if required.
It’s the only motorhome on my list that has a tub in it. If you’re a shower person, don’t worry, there’s a shower too. The bathroom further has a toilet, sink, and wardrobe for your towels and toiletries.
Across the dinette is the kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator. In the center, there’s a lot of room for kids to play or you to workout. The TV unit is easily visible from the sofa and the dinette as well.
With all these features and a 14-feet awning, the trailer is a steal at $22,800.
Features
- 425 lbs. hitch weight
- 22 feet 9 inches length
- 10 feet 4 inches height
- 43 gallons fresh water capacity
- 30 gallons gray water capacity
- 30 gallons black water capacity
- 1,253 lbs. carrying capacity
- 4,147 lbs. shipping weight
- LED interior lights
- 30,000 BTUs furnace
10. Grand Design Imagine XLS 19RLE
Last but not least is the Grand Design Imagine, which truly lives up to the company’s name, offering grandeur in every form. Keep in mind that this motorhome is suitable for intimate traveling as there are no bunks to bring along extra people.
Now, let’s discuss what we’re here for: the Murphy bed. Acting as a couch during the day, the bed is placed conveniently in front of the TV unit, making entertainment easily accessible.
On both sides of the bed, you’ll see mirrored wardrobes that are hard to find in most motorhomes. I have to admit there’s something about mirrors that makes any space look bigger than it actually is.
Although not too big, the kitchen has everything of need, ranging from the refrigerator to the microwave. Unlike most campers, the dinette is at the rear end rather than across the kitchen. Here, you can sit while dining or doing work on the go.
The bathroom has a large sink for keeping your beauty products while the linen closet houses the towels. Equipped with features exuding luxury, the camper starts at $22,000.
Features
- 4,210 lbs. vehicle weight
- 426 lbs. hitch height
- 23 feet 6 inches length
- 10 feet 5 inches height
- 43 gallons fresh water capacity
- 39 gallons gray water capacity
- 37 gallons wastewater capacity
- 25,000 BTUs furnace
- 16 feet awning length
Final Words
As fun as it is to choose a travel trailer, you’ll be stuck with your purchase for years if you make the wrong choice. It’s also a huge loss of money if you can’t put the RV on the road.
As someone who loves RVing with friends, I can understand the importance of a comfy and large Murphy bed. In this review, I discussed the best travel trailers with Murphy bed and slide out to invest in.
Hopefully, you’d have a clear mind to make a choice now. Happy RVing!