110 “Good Night” Messages for the Perfect Way to End the Day

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“Good night” messages they’ll absolutely love

Good night, pookie bear! I’m already dreaming about your dreamy eyes! Sure, it’s cheesy, but did you just crack a smile? That’s the power of “good night” messages! Sending someone a thoughtful or silly text right before bedtime is such a simple thing, yet it’s one of life’s best gifts. Since we can’t always be with our loved ones to wish them a “good night” in person, these little messages are the next best thing.

Not sure what to say? Whether you want to go romantic or funny, flirty or serious, we’ve got a wide array of “good night” texts for your nearest and dearest—from your sweetheart to your best pal. We’ve also included some famous “good night” quotes that will do the trick. So read on, pookie, for some perfectly phrased “good nights” … that will lead to the sweetest of dreams.

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Romantic “good night” messages for her

• I’ve got my favorite pillow, my favorite blanket and my favorite music playing. All I’m missing for a perfect night’s sleep is you.

• Sleep well. You are my favorite dream.

• Instead of counting sheep to fall asleep, count all the ways I love you. You’ll fall asleep long before you get to the end of the list.

• You are the first thing I think of when I wake up and the last thing I think of before I fall asleep.

• Tomorrow night, I’ll kiss you to sleep. Tonight, I’ll just dream about it.

• Good night, my love. I miss you more than you know.

• Rest well, beautiful dreamer.

• As you fall asleep, know that you light up my life like the stars light up the night.

• Tonight, I hope your dreams are half as beautiful as you are.

• I just want to say, as I lay here counting my blessings, how grateful I am for you. Good night, my favorite blessing.

• Napoleon wrote, “Let her sleep. For when she wakes, she will shake the world.” Good night to the woman who rocks my world.

• You’re the woman of my dreams—during both the day and the night.

• If you get cold tonight, I hope you feel the warmth of my love blanketing you.

• There’s a reason they call it “beauty sleep.” And you’re the poster child!

• Good night and sweet dreams, my darling.

• Just wanted to let you know I’m thinking about you tonight. Good night—and know that I love you!

• My prayer is that you will always fall asleep knowing how deeply you are loved.

• Your dreams or mine? Either way, I’ll see you in dreamland.

• I hope you’re already sleeping so soundly that you don’t see this message until morning. In which case: Good morning, my love!

If you’re looking for that perfect morning-after vibe, these “good morning” messages will wake her up with a smile.

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Flirty “good night” messages for him

• One last kiss 💋 to send you to sleep.

• I hate going to bed without you. Send me one more text so I can fall asleep.

• You are my favorite person to fall asleep with, even if it’s over the phone.

• Falling asleep in your arms is my favorite thing to do, but since we’re apart tonight, I’m imagining your arms around me.

• There’s already drool on my pillow from thinking of you, and I haven’t even fallen asleep yet.

• I can’t sleep because I can’t stop thinking about you. You drive me wild, even in my dreams.

• Good night, lover boy.

• Y/N: Are you still awake thinking about last night too?

• I love getting to be the person who tells you good night—tonight and every night!

• T-minus nine days until we get to say good night in person. I can’t wait!

• Good night, my prince charming! And hey, you didn’t even have to climb a rope made out of my hair or slay a dragon to win my love.

• Good night, handsome!

• For so long, I dreamed of meeting someone just like you, and now my dream is real. Sweet dreams to my dream guy.

• Want to know what I’m thinking about?

• I don’t want any body. I just want your body—preferably sleeping next to me.

• This sleeping-apart thing stinks. Let’s fix that next time?

• Too happy from our date to fall asleep. But if I do, maybe I’ll get lucky and dream of you?

• Listening to our song and remembering that last dance as I drift off.

• I wish we were snuggling right now.

• Missing your lips, your arms, your eyes, your … zzzzzzzz.

• You like bed-and-breakfasts? How about next time you supply the bed and I’ll bring the breakfast.

Like where these “good night” wishes are headed? He certainly will! Here are more flirty texts to set the right tone.

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“Good night” messages for friends

• Hey, you! Have a good night!

• I’m falling asleep with my phone in my hand. So if I text you, I’m just talking in my sleep. Good night!

• I’d wish you good night, but you’ve always been a pro sleeper … as we learned in high school English class.

• Sleep well, my friend. May your dreams be kind and the morning be kinder.

• They say that if you have someone who wishes you good night every day, you’re happier than most people. So … you’re welcome.

• Dream tonight of old adventures because tomorrow we make new ones!

• Inhale peace, exhale stress, relax and let the anxiety of today go as you drift off to sleep.

• Have a good night! Scratch that— have a great night! Actually, have the best night ever.

• Remember: Sleep is one of the purest forms of self-care, and you deserve to be well cared for!

• Sleep well, friend, and know that I always have your back, no matter what.

• If only we could sleep as well now as we slept through all those early morning college classes!

• Thanks for being there for me today when I really needed a friend. Sleep well tonight knowing you did a great kindness.

• I don’t know if I hate or love the person who invented the alarm clock, but I do know I love you. Good night!

• I think I’ve bothered you enough for one day. Get some rest, friend!

• So sleepy … shutting down in 3, 2, 1, zzzz …

• Heard you have a big day tomorrow. Wishing you the best night’s sleep so you can be ready for it!

• Love you! Love him! Love her! Love them! Love y’all!

• No day is so bad that it can’t be fixed with a good night’s sleep.

• Rest easy, my friend.

• Our nighttime chats are my favorite! Good night, friend.

These funny friendship quotes also make great “good night” messages.

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Funny “good night” messages

• When I say “good night,” what I really mean is: “Don’t wake me up in the middle of it.”

• “Sleep it off” has a much different meaning at 50 than it did when we were 20. Just saying.

• Rest up, my sleeping beauty! (But don’t, like, prick your finger on anything. I’m bad at figuring out curses.)

• The Beatles may have believed that all you need is love, but they were wrong. All you really need is sleep. Luckily, I get both!

• Why does the Joker sleep with a night light? Because he hates Dark Knights! Good night to my very own superhero.

• You know how they say couples should never go to bed mad? Honestly, I’d rather get some sleep than stay up and fight. I love you. Let’s talk tomorrow.

• Why do they say “sleep like a baby”? Have you seen a baby sleep? It’s terrible! They roll all over the place, make noise, cry, wake up every hour and fart. Oh, wait … you do sleep like a baby.

• Question: Why do we go to bed at night? Answer: Because it certainly isn’t coming to us!

• Why are you still awake? Go to bed!

• Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the … Actually, you know what? Don’t say that last part. With the way our year has been going, don’t even think about it.

• What fish swims only at night? A starfish! Good night, my little fish!

• Everything happens in its time. And right now, it’s bedtime. Good night!

• If you sleep in a king-sized bed, it automatically makes you a king. Facts. 

• You’re not an early bird or a night owl—you’re a pooped pigeon. Go to bed!

• You know you’re old when you wish that “sleeping around” involved way more actual sleep.

• You know the best way to never give up on your dreams? Just keep sleeping.

• Due to circumstances beyond my control, I am awake. I hope you are not.

• Just turned on “do not disturb” and you know what that means …

• A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures for whatever ails you. [Attach a funny meme, picture or gif to your text.]

• Why do coyotes howl at night? Because they can only see the cacti during the day. (Ouch!) A little laughter is the best way to wind down before bed!

Admit it—you laughed! And if you did, you won’t be able to resist these dad jokes either.

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Short “good night” messages

• Twinkle, twinkle little zzzz …

• Good night, sleep tight.

• Good night, and sweet dreams.

• Here’s to good nights and great mornings.

• Dream on, dreamer.

• So sleepy!

• Good night. May the stars light the path to dreamland.

• My life motto: Worry less, sleep more.

• Sleep is the best meditation.

• May angels guard you as you rest.

• Dream of sleep, then sleep to dream.

• Time to recharge those batteries.

• Nighty night!

• Good vibes only tonight!

• Good night, and God bless.

• Do not disturb.

• Sleep is your superpower.

• Sleep well … and hit snooze at least once.

• Eat. Sleep. Fun. Repeat.

If they have a big day tomorrow, these “good luck” wishes will also come in handy.

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The best “good night” quotes

• “You know that place between sleep and awake, the place where you can still remember dreaming? That’s where I will always love you.” —Tinker Bell in Hook

• “Good night, good night! Parting is such sweet sorrow, That I shall say good night till it be morrow.” —William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet 

• “He that can take rest is greater than he that can take cities.” —Benjamin Franklin

• “We are such stuff as dreams are made of. And our little life is rounded with a sleep.” —William Shakespeare, The Tempest

• “You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” —Dr. Seuss

• “When you lie down, you will not be afraid. Your sleep will be sweet.” —Proverbs 3:24

• “Never waste any time you can spend sleeping.” —Frank H. Knight

• “There is no sunrise so beautiful that it is worth waking me up to see it.” ―Mindy Kaling

• “It is a common experience that a problem difficult at night is resolved in the morning after the committee of sleep has worked on it.” —John Steinbeck 

• “Good night now, and rest. Today was a test. You passed it, you’re past it. Now breathe till unstressed.” —Lin-Manuel Miranda, Gmorning, Gnight! Little Pep Talks for Me & You

• “The best cure for insomnia is to get a lot of sleep.” —W.C. Fields

Looking for more ways to show your loved ones you care? Make them smile with these “thinking of you” messages—perfect for any time of the day or night!

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