When you’re apart from someone you love, warm and fuzzy thoughts can certainly bridge the miles and make them feel as if they’re right next to you. And there are lots of ways you can make them feel loved from afar, whether it’s sending a love message, sharing a romantic quote with them, or streaming a special movie together. But what about sharing one final sweet nothing right before they drift off to dreamland? Good night messages, in our opinion, just might be the height of romance.

Good night texts or emails let that special someone know that that your last thought of the day is of them. The messages can be a quote that tells them you're thinking about them, something funny to brighten up their day, or simply just lettng them you miss them.

And these messages don’t have to stop at significant others. Friends and other people you care for, the ones you might write Instagram captions about or send funny quotes to, can also benefit from good night messages, from words that celebrate friendship to sweet and simple.

No matter how you choose to put these phrases to work, pull out your phone before hitting the hay and share the love with these good night messages. And don't forget to send them one of these good morning messages when you wake up!

Cute Good Night Messages

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  • Twinkle, twinkle, little star — I’m sending you a hug and a kiss from afar.
  • May your night be like a lullaby: soothing, sweet, and comforting.
  • I would lasso the moon for you.
  • Wrapping you in a big hug before you drift off to dreamland!
  • May the stars sing you to sleep.
  • Sleep tight, and don’t let the bed bugs bite.
  • Let’s meet in our dreams, OK?
  • May you have the sweetest dreams and the happiest of thoughts.
  • I must be your blanket, because I've got you covered.
  • Hugs, kisses, and a good night's sleep to you.
  • Good night, cutie.
  • Have I told you lately that you're a-snore-able?
  • Wishing you marshmallow clouds and dreams that will put a smile on your face.

Romantic Good Night Messages

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  • Tomorrow morning, I’ll love you more than I do tonight.
  • Let my love sing you to sleep and wrap you in sweet dreams.
  • I’m looking up at the stars and thinking of you tonight.
  • Good night, my darling.
  • I’ll have sweet dreams when I think of you before drifting off to sleep.
  • May your night be as wonderful as you are.
  • Today was great because you’re in my life. Sleep tight, my love.
  • You shine as brightly as the stars in the sky.
  • Sweet dreams — you deserve them.
  • Good night, sweetheart.
  • Sleep well in the moonlight.
  • You’re the last thing I think about before I go to sleep.
  • Even though it’s dark, our love shines so bright.
  • Good night, my love.
  • You are the sun to my moon.
  • My heart will sleep next to yours all night.
  • I’ll be dreaming of our love story tonight.
  • Sweet dreams and love to you.
  • You make the stars sparkle even brighter.
  • Let my love lull you to sleep.
  • You make me smile every night before I go to sleep.
  • Even though we’re not together, I’ll picture myself cuddling you as I drift off to sleep.
  • You don’t need any beauty sleep. You’re already gorgeous.
  • Every night, I thank my lucky stars for having you in my life.
  • You’re the only teddy bear I want to snuggle at night.
  • You're the reason I wake up every day. Sleep well, my love.

Encouraging Good Night Messages

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  • Recharge those batteries and feel better in the morning.
  • Let go of all your worries and have a good night’s sleep.
  • Tomorrow will be a better day. Have a good night’s rest.
  • Wash the day off, and go to sleep. Tomorrow’s a new day.
  • Sending serenity your way.
  • Take a break, and rest deeply.
  • I hope you wake up refreshed in the morning.
  • Don’t lose any sleep over this day. Tomorrow, you can start anew.

Good Night Messages for Friends

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  • Our friendship is the stuff of dreams. Thanks for being so awesome!
  • Feeling blessed to have you in my life. Sleep well!
  • Sending lots of hugs and good night wishes.
  • Good night! I’m here for you if you need anything.

Simple Good Night Messages

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  • Sending sleepy vibes your way.
  • Sweet dreams and peaceful nights.
  • Rest well tonight.
  • Wishing you sweet sleep.
  • Enjoy drifting off to dreamland.
  • Sending a shooting star over to you.
  • Enjoy a gentle and restful sleep.
  • Talk to you in the morning — sleep tight!
  • Good vibes, and good night.
  • Have a restful night’s sleep.
  • May your sleep be deep and your dreams be good ones.
  • Take care and good night.
  • Have a peaceful slumber.
  • Sleep warm and sleep tight.
  • Have magical dreams tonight.
  • Dream on.
  • Have a good snooze!
  • Catch a few winks of sleep.
  • Sleep sweetly and soundly.
  • I hope you sleep like a rock tonight!

Good Night Quotes

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  • “Good night, good night! Parting is such sweet sorrow, that I shall say good night till it be morrow.” ― William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet
  • “Your future depends on your dreams, so go to sleep." — Mesut Barazany
  • “Let the night take you. Let the stars evaporate into your dreams. Let sleep be the only comfort for you to believe.” ― Anthony Liccione
  • “Sleep is the best meditation.” ― Dalai Lama
  • “Take a deep breath. Inhale peace. Exhale happiness.” ― A. D. Posey
  • “Good night, and good luck.” ― Edward R. Murrow
  • “The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night’s sleep.” ― E. Joseph Cossman, Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams
  • “One man’s bad day is another man’s good night.” ― Mokokoma Mokhonoana
  • “Please turn on your magic beam. Mr. Sandman, bring me a dream.” ― The Chordettes, "Mr. Sandman"
  • “ A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book.” ― Irish Proverb
  • “Good night, sweet prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.” ― William Shakespeare, Hamlet
  • “Never waste any time you can spend sleeping.” ― Frank H. Knight
  • “You look wonderful tonight.” ― Eric Clapton, "Wonderful Tonight"
  • "There's a warm wind blowing the stars around, and I'd really love to see you tonight." — England Dan & John Ford Coley, "I'd Really Love to See You Tonight"
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Shelby Deering is a lifestyle writer who specializes in decor, home tours, wellness, travel, vintage, and feel-good stories for national publications. She’s from Madison, Wisconsin, and when she’s not writing, you’ll find her running local trails, shopping flea markets, or going for walks with her husband and corgi.