Mattress Hygiene Licence (MHL)
Mattress Hygiene Licence (MHL)
Setting the Global Standard in Mattress Hygiene.
Mattress hygiene is no longer an afterthought. In today’s hospitality landscape, it's a core standard of guest safety, trust, and operational excellence. That’s why the Mattress Hygiene Licence (MHL) — created by HygeiaSleep — is fast becoming the global benchmark in mattress hygiene certification.
This page answers the key questions properties ask about the MHL and why it’s reshaping hygiene standards worldwide.
Who Is HygeiaSleep?
HygeiaSleep is the global authority in mattress hygiene. Our mission is simple: standardise mattress hygiene in the hospitality industry, one property at a time.
We’ve already trained over 10,000 housekeepers and certified thousands of properties, helping elevate safety, reduce guest complaints, and improve trust through mattress-specific standards.
Our flagship program, the Mattress Hygiene Licence (MHL), is now being recognised by leading hotels, resorts, and eco-lodges as the official hygiene certification for sleep surfaces.
What Is the Mattress Hygiene Licence (MHL)?
The MHL is a science-backed certification and training program that helps hotels and accommodation providers implement proper mattress hygiene procedures across their teams.
The MHL ecosystem includes:
✅ 1. Mattress Hygiene Licence for Housekeepers
A self-paced, 40-minute online training course designed specifically for housekeeping staff. It includes engaging videos and scientifically validated protocols. Every participant receives a personal MHL certificate upon passing.
✅ 2. Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
Each certified property receives a ready-to-implement hygiene protocol, developed by the HygeiaSleep Standards Advisory Council, grounded in science, and built for day-to-day hotel operations.
✅ 3. HygeiaSleep Certified Property Badge
Once a property's housekeepers are certified and the SOP is adopted, it receives a digital certification badge to showcase compliance on booking platforms, websites, and guest communication.
Why It Matters
Most mattresses are never cleaned between guest stays, despite absorbing over 52 litres of sweat per year per guest and harbouring millions of bacteria. Here's why certification is urgent:
- 80% of properties fail to meet minimum mattress hygiene standards
- Bed bug outbreaks (like the 2023 Paris pandemic) are resurging globally
- Mattresses trap humidity, causing room odours and allergic reactions
- Consumers are demanding visible hygiene standards, not assumptions
- Travel influencers are now checking mattresses in reviews
The MHL addresses all of these with a consistent, recognised framework.
What Does the MHL Include?
|
Component |
Features |
|
Online Training (MHL) |
40-minute self-paced course with engaging visuals and a final assessment |
|
Custom SOP |
Scientifically backed hygiene protocol from our Standards Advisory Council |
|
Property Badge |
Digital certification badge to display on OTAs, websites, signage, and guest materials |
Properties also gain access to editorial features, press mentions, and consumer awareness campaigns driven by HygeiaSleep.
Who Is It For?
The MHL is ideal for:
- Hotels (3–5 star)
- Resorts & eco-lodges
- Boutique and serviced apartments
- Wellness and sustainability-focused properties
- Accommodation brands aiming for high guest trust and safety
How Does Certification Work?
- Your property signs up online and provides basic info (size, staff).
- You receive immediate access to the training portal and SOP.
- Housekeepers complete the course and receive their individual certificates.
- The property receives its HygeiaSleep Certified Property Badge.
What Does It Cost?
For an annual contribution of $1,200 USD (4,500 AED), your property receives:
- Unlimited housekeeper and manager training
- Access to the Mattress Hygiene Licence (MHL)
- Your custom hygiene SOP
- Digital certification badge and global recognition
There are no equipment purchases required — this is not a product, but a global training and certification system.
Final Thought: Why Join Now?
Mattress hygiene is quickly becoming a visible trust signal in hospitality.
HygeiaSleep is leading this global movement — and certification ensures your property
