15 beach chairs to kick back in style this summer
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn how we test.
This summer, we're bringing the classy vibes to the coast by swapping slumming it on the sand, for sitting pretty on our chic beach chairs. Far more comfy and convenient than lounging on your sand-covered beach towel, there's something truly bougie about hitting the beach with your own chic seat — especially if it's decked out with luxe features like a cooler pouch, a cup holder, or a hidden pocket for storing essentials like your phone, face SPF, and a cute handheld fan.
Whether you've planned a staycation at a coastal holiday cottage, or booked a break at one of the best Cornish hotels, a trusty beach chair will take the sore joints — and sandy clothes — out of days spent on the shore. Don't happen to have a UK beach break booked? From those inevitable picnics in the park and sunny seaside day trips, to the big Sunday afternoon barbecues where some temporary extra garden seating would truly come in clutch, you'll definitely end up with ample opportunities for your beach chair to make an appearance this summer.
So, without further ado, it's time to don that cute one-piece swimsuit or bikini, load up one of your favourite beach bags with snacks, drinks, and (most crucially!) suncream, and head to the coast with your chosen beach chair in tow.
The best beach chairs, at a glance:
- Best portable and fully adjustable beach chair: SUNNYLiFE Luxe The Vacay Beach Chair
- Best classic deck chair: Business & Pleasure Sling Chair
- Best low-to-the-floor luxurious lounger: Reclining Beach Chair Mango Bay
- Best simple folding metal seat: Habitat Folding Metal Garden Chair — Pink & Red
How to choose a beach chair:
As tempting as it may be to head straight for the most luxurious beach chair you can find, considering how important portability is needs to be your first port of call. For example, are you planning on using it for the likes of summer day trips on the train to the coast, or will you only ever need to carry it between the boot of the car, and the few steps to the sand or grass?
If you'll likely end up lugging it around yourself, you'll probably want to pick a simple and portable seat like a collapsible camping chair or garden chair, or a flush-to-the-floor and foldable picnic chair. Plus — as well as being lightweight in design — many of these types of beach chairs also come with a storage bag with a long adjustable shoulder strap, or some even come fitted with helpful backpack straps for easy and hands-free transportation.
Alternatively, if you're confident that you wont have to do too much carrying, you'll probably want to prioritise maximum comfort. From classic deck chairs and chic adjustable seats, to padded reclinable seats and full-length loungers that are spot-on for sunbathing, these more substantial sort of seats feel spot-on for summer road-trips, and UK beach staycations.
Keep scrolling for our top picks of the best beach chairs you can buy in 2024.
- 1/15
Outwell Cardiel Chair
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H40 x W42 x D40cm.
- Weight: 798 grams.
- Material: Polyester.
The most lightweight option in this edit, this clever foldable chair comes complete with carry straps — although it'll slide seamlessly into a large tote bag. Quickly and easily transformed into a surprisingly sturdy seat by the attaching the buckles on the adjustable side straps, it's particularly popular amongst keen campers and festival-goers.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these Amazon discount codes.
2/15SUNNYLiFE Luxe The Vacay Beach Chair
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H70 x W65 x D10cm.
- Weight: 4.55kg.
- Material: Polyester, wood, aluminium, and steel.
From luxe beach umbrellas, chairs, and loungers, to aesthetic pool inflatables for adults, SUNNYLiFE is the brand for all your chic pool and beachside needs. With its adjustable padded headrest, five recline positions, liftable wooden armrests, and extra features like a drink holder and zipped colour pouch, this beach chair is hard to beat. Best of all, it converts into a folding backpack beach chair for easy transporting.
3/15Business & Pleasure Sling Chair
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H79 x W58 x D91cm.
- Weight: 5kg.
- Material: Hardwood, stainless steel, and canvas.
Oozing class and decadence, this deck chair boasts a simple white canvas sling seat that’s complete with a padded cushion headrest, and pretty tassel detailing. With its rust-resistant frame and high-quality composition, it’s a suitably sturdy seat for your next beach day — but would equally make a lovely addition to your next garden party.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these Anthropologie discount codes.
4/15John Lewis Classic Striped Folding Picnic Chair
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H53 x W58cm.
- Weight: 1.7kg.
- Material: 210D polyester, recycled polyester canvas, and powder-coated steel.
Capable of collapsing completely flat for easy packing into a car boot, this classic picnic chair is just what’s required for a day spent in the park, on the beach, or camping. It’s low profile means you’ll still be close to those sitting on the ground — but you’ll have the added benefit of being able to recline the backrest into a position best suited to you.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these John Lewis discount codes.
5/15SUNNYLiFE The Vacay Lounger Chair
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H93 x W45 x D10cm.
- Weight: 6.8kg.
- Material: Foam, steel, polyester, and synthetic.
Designed to be taken with you on your travels, this luxurious sun lounger is spot-on for napping or tanning on the sand in the sunshine. Just remember to regularly reapply the all-important sunscreen! Its sturdy and foldable steel frame provides six adjustable settings for the head, waist, and legs for versatile functionality, and the portable storage bag makes it relatively easy to carry. Plus, its generous 150kg weight capacity makes it suitable for most. It's a must-have for truly bougie beachgoers.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these Selfridges discount codes.
6/15Reclining Beach Chair — Mango Bay Golden Mustard Stripe
Specifications:
- Dimensions: L58 x W49cm.
- Weight: 1.78kg.
- Material: Poly-cotton, foam, aluminium, and steel.
With its chic yet nostalgic mustard stripe print, this comfortable chair feels really on-theme for a British summer beach trip. It comes with a perfectly-sized storage bag with a carry strap, and boasts a fully adjustable backrest that can be moved from upright to fully flat.
7/15Cofete Rattan and Polyester Folding Beach Backrest
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H58 x W46 x D88.5cm.
- Weight: 4.6kg.
- Material: Woven natural rattan, nitrocellulose varnish, and polyester.
Beautifully boho, this folding lawn chair has been made with a woven rattan frame with a chic monochrome graphic pattern, and can be adjusted to three different positions. It’s foldable, lightweight, and boasts a heavy-duty high back that makes it suitable for a variety of different heights.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these La Redoute discount codes.
8/15SUNNYLiFE Luxe Folding Seat — Rio Sun Pastel Lilac
Specifications:
- Dimensions: L93 x W45 x D10cm.
- Weight: 2.6kg.
- Material: Steel, foam, and cotton.
Comfy and deluxe, this lounger has been crafted from premium jacquard terry towelling and 100% combed cotton to ensure that it’s ultra-soft and comfortable. It’s got six adjustable recliner settings, and the cover is completely removable as well as machine washable fort easy cleaning. Available in a range of pretty pastel hues, it’s a truly Insta-worthy seat.
9/15Habitat Folding Metal Garden Chair — Pink & Red
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H80 x W49 x D53cm.
- Weight: 2.3kg.
- Material: Polyester, and metal.
This is the sort of simple outdoor chair that’ll see you through beach trips, busy barbecues in the garden, and everything in-between. While it’s definitely not made for lounging, customers have raved about it’s lightweight frame, relatively comfy fabric seat, and incredibly affordable price point.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these Habitat discount codes.
10/15Padded Butterfly Camping Chair
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H90 x W73 x D80cm.
- Weight: 4.5kg.
- Material: Polyester, steel, and polypropylene
With its soft cushioned seat, and waterproof treated fabric, this camping chair will be a welcome comfortable seat after a night spent sleeping under canvas. For easy transport, it comes with its own carry bag that has a strap to sling over your shoulder — and it's got a mesh storage pocket on the backrest for keeping valuables like your phone and keys close by.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these Dunelm discount codes.
11/15SUNNYLiFE Luxe Lie-On Lounger
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H180 x W85 x D50cm.
- Weight: 4.67kg.
- Material: PVC, and polyester.
Not your typical pool inflatable, this luxurious and oversized lounger is perfect for peacefully floating in the pool — but also doubles up as a plush sunbed when on dry land. An oh-so-elegant accessory, taking a few posed pictures is essential.
12/15Berkfield Home Folding Beach Chairs 2pcs Pink Fabric
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H58 x W51 x D61cm.
- Weight: Doesn't say.
- Material: Oxford fabric with PE coating, and steel.
Whether you use them for long days at the beach as a duo, or cute camping trips as a couple, these sturdy beach chairs will keep you and your significant other comfortable and supported. Relatively upright, they're great for eating al fresco, or enjoying drinks around a campfire.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these Debenhams discount codes.
13/15Outwell Cromer Folding Camping Chair
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H119 x W67 x 73cm.
- Weight: 5kg.
- Material: Textiline, woven and PVC coated polyester, and powder coated steel.
Designed to open and fold in seconds, this high-back chair is ideal if you're looking for something portable that's still super supportive. Plus, it's been finished with a really easy-to-clean fabric, and has an integrated detachable foam pillow for additional comfort.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these John Lewis discount codes.
14/15Multi-Position Folding Deckchair
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H91 x W62 x D81cm.
- Weight: 3.7kg.
- Material: Steel, and Batyline® ISO canvas.
A modern take on the typical deck chair, this luxurious seat gives you a choice of four positions, and has been made with a really breathable and ventilated fabric that can easily be removed for washing — as well as replaced if you fancy trying a different colour.
15/15Business & Pleasure Co. Tommy Riviera Beach Chair
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H86.5 x W66 x D76cm.
- Weight: 6.5kg.
- Material: Teak, and cotton canvas.
Whether you take it to the beach, or simply get it out in the back garden, this simple yet chic seat is a great pick for warm days. Plus, it's got a zipped storage pouch on the back of the seat that's the perfect size for storing a phone and water bottle.
Save when you shop for the best beach chairs with these Anthropologie discount codes.
