If you’re looking for a mattress that delivers that “proper” supportive feel of springs but still gives you the pressure-relieving comfort people often chase in foam, the Salus Monteverde 8000 Pocket Hybrid Mattress is clearly built to sit in that sweet spot. It’s a deep, substantial mattress with a lot going on inside: a high spring count hybrid core, a specialist foam layer designed to feel less stuffy than classic memory foam, and the sort of edge reinforcement that makes the whole bed feel more usable, right up to the perimeter.
What stands out most is that it doesn’t lean fully into the slow-sinking, heat-holding character that puts some sleepers off memory foam, nor does it feel like a traditional “all-spring” mattress that can sometimes lack cushioning at the shoulders and hips. Instead, it aims for a cooler, fresher hybrid feel with a balanced, medium tension that should work for a wide range of people, especially if you share the bed and need a sensible compromise.
How it performed in our tests
Edge support
Edge support is one of the Monteverde’s biggest strengths on paper, and it’s largely down to its foam-encapsulated design. Rather than allowing the sides to collapse when you sit down or sleep near the edge, the mattress uses a high-density foam encasement around the spring unit, which helps the perimeter feel firmer and more secure.
In practical terms, this matters more than people expect: good edge support makes the mattress feel larger, makes it easier to get in and out of bed, and is particularly valuable if you tend to drift towards the edge during the night. If you’re used to softer foam mattresses where the sides feel like they “give way”, this will likely feel like a noticeable upgrade in stability.
Temperature
Hybrids tend to be a safer bet for hot sleepers than dense, all-foam mattresses, and the Monteverde leans into that advantage with two key features: the spring system itself and the choice of foam. The mini pocket springs are especially helpful here because, simply put, more springs and more internal structure usually means more channels for air to move through the mattress, helping heat and moisture disperse rather than sit close to the body.
On the comfort side, the Gelflex foam is designed to give you the contouring benefits people like about memory foam, without the more enclosed, “stuffy” sensation that traditional memory foams can create. It’s not claiming to be an ice-cold cooling mattress, but it is clearly designed for a fresher feel across the night, which is often exactly what people want: not cold, just not clammy.
Motion isolation
With pocket springs, you typically get better motion isolation than you would from older-style open coils, because each spring responds more independently rather than sending movement across the entire surface. The Monteverde’s core includes 2,000 full-size pocket springs plus 6,000 mini pocket springs, and while the mini springs add a touch more buoyancy, the overall construction still leans towards controlled support rather than a bouncy, “lively” feel.
If you share with a partner, you should find it does a respectable job of reducing disturbance, particularly compared to more traditional spring mattresses. That said, hybrids rarely match the absolute deadened movement of a very dense all-foam bed, so if you are extremely sensitive to motion, it’s worth keeping expectations realistic: it’s designed to balance responsiveness and stability, not to feel like quicksand.
Off-gassing
Any mattress that includes foam can have a mild “new mattress” smell at first, especially when it’s newly unwrapped in a closed room. Here, the fact that the design relies heavily on a large spring core, plus added breathability features like air vents and a wool quilted finish, should help any initial odour clear more quickly than it might with a thick, all-foam mattress.
It also helps that the foam is CertiPUR-EU certified, which doesn’t mean “no smell ever”, but it is a useful reassurance that the foam has met recognised standards for content and safety.
Who it’s best for
The Monteverde is best described as a medium-feel hybrid that prioritises pressure relief without sacrificing structure, and it will suit a lot of sleepers precisely because it doesn’t go to extremes in either direction. If you want a mattress that feels substantial, supportive and thoughtfully engineered for comfort and airflow, it makes a strong case.
Side sleepers who want cushioning without losing support
This is where a medium hybrid like this tends to shine. The Gelflex foam is designed to mould around your shape and reduce pressure build-up, which is especially important at the shoulders and hips for side sleepers. Meanwhile, the pocket springs underneath provide the “push back” support needed to keep your spine from dipping out of alignment.
In other words, it aims to deliver the comfort side sleepers crave without that overly soft, sag-prone feel that can sometimes appear when you rely on softer foam alone.
Couples who need a sensible compromise
Medium tension mattresses are often the most practical option for couples, and that’s exactly how the Monteverde positions itself. It offers enough plushness to feel comfortable and inviting, but enough structure to avoid that overly soft sensation that one partner might dislike. Add in reinforced edges for a more stable perimeter, and you get a mattress that feels more “shareable”, especially if both sleepers want to use the full surface without feeling like they must stay in the centre.
People who dislike the “stuck in foam” feeling
If you’ve tried classic memory foam and found it cosy but a bit too warm or too slow to respond, the combination here—Gelflex foam plus a substantial spring system—should feel more buoyant and breathable. You still get contouring, but it’s paired with a more responsive underlay, which tends to make changing position feel easier.
Back sleepers who prefer a balanced feel (with one caveat)
Plenty of back sleepers will be comfortable on a well-constructed medium mattress, particularly if they’re average weight and like a touch of cushioning. However, if you are a back sleeper who specifically needs a firmer, more assertive feel for maximum lumbar support, you may find that a step up in firmness suits you better long-term. The Monteverde is built to be a crowd-pleasing medium, not a firm orthopaedic-style mattress.
Materials and construction
The Monteverde is a hybrid mattress with a notably tall profile at 35cm, which immediately suggests a more premium, layered build. It’s designed to combine tailored support, pressure relief and airflow in a single structure, rather than leaning too heavily on one material type.
2000 pocket springs: The main support core uses pocket springs housed in individual fabric pockets, helping the mattress respond to your body weight and movement in a more targeted, personalised way.
6000 mini pocket springs: A second tier of smaller pocket springs adds extra comfort and a subtle “bounce back” feel, while also encouraging airflow through the interior of the mattress.
Gelflex memory foam: A comfort layer designed to offer the contouring and pressure relief of memory foam, while aiming for a fresher feel through the inclusion of cooling particles intended to help dissipate heat.
Foam encapsulated edge: High-density foam around the spring unit reinforces the perimeter, helping reduce that ‘roll off’ sensation and improving stability when sitting or sleeping near the sides.
Wool quilted finish: A breathable top finish that supports temperature regulation and adds to the overall comfort and “luxury” feel on first contact.
Air vents: Venting across the border of the mattress to increase airflow and help it stay fresher.
CertiPUR-EU certified foam: Added reassurance that the foam meets recognised safety and content standards.
Single-sided design: An easy-care build that doesn’t require flipping; instead, you rotate it seasonally using the turning handles.
Ease of care and day-to-day use
At 35cm deep, this is a substantial mattress, so it’s worth checking sheet depth and making sure your bed frame is suitable, particularly if you prefer a lower bed height. The good news is that it’s single-sided, so you’re not expected to flip a heavy mattress—just rotate it periodically, which is much more realistic for most households.
The turning handles are a small detail but a genuinely useful one, especially on a deeper, more premium mattress where rotating without handles can feel awkward and a bit of a wrestling match.
Reliability, provenance and guarantee
The Monteverde is made in the UK and backed by a 10 Year Guarantee, which together suggest a product that’s intended to be a long-term purchase rather than a short-term upgrade. While how long any mattress lasts depends on factors like your body weight, how supportive your bed base is and how consistently you rotate it, the overall construction here—pocket springs, mini springs, reinforced edges and a deep build—leans towards durability when paired with sensible care.
Bottom line: Is the Salus Monteverde 8000 Pocket Hybrid Mattress worth it?
If you want a medium-feel hybrid that prioritises pressure relief but still feels supportive, stable at the edges and generally fresher than classic memory foam designs, the Salus Monteverde 8000 Pocket Hybrid Mattress is a strong all-rounder. It’s particularly well suited to side sleepers and couples who need a comfortable compromise, and it should appeal to anyone who likes some contouring but doesn’t want the warmth and “stuck” sensation that can come with traditional memory foam.
For dedicated back sleepers who know they need a firmer sleep surface, it may be worth comparing with a slightly firmer model, but for most average-weight sleepers wanting a balanced blend of cushioning and support, it’s the kind of mattress that’s easy to live with night after night.
