by Taliah Karim 
A comfortable and welcoming guest room can make all the difference when hosting
visitors. Whether your guests are staying for a night or a week, you want to create an
environment that makes them feel at home. With a few easy tips and accommodating
ideas, you can create a guest room that your guests will love.
1. Invest in a Good Mattress and Bedding
The most important element of any guest room is the bed. You want your guests to
have a comfortable night’s sleep, so invest in a good quality mattress and bedding.
Choose a mattress that is firm and supportive, but not too hard. Look for bedding that is
soft and cozy, with high thread count sheets and fluffy pillows.
2. Provide Plenty of Storage
Your guests will appreciate having a place to store their belongings. Make sure there is
enough closet and drawer space for their clothes and personal items. If the guest room
doesn’t have a closet, consider providing a portable wardrobe or clothing rack.
3. Add a Personal Touch
Make the guest room feel like a home away from home by adding personal touches.
Hang family photos on the walls, or display some of your favorite books. Add a vase of
fresh flowers to the bedside table, or leave a welcome note for your guests.
4. Make Sure There’s Enough Lighting
Good lighting is essential in a guest room. Make sure there is plenty of ambient light, as
well as task lighting for reading in bed or working at a desk. Use a combination of
overhead lighting, table lamps, and floor lamps to create a warm and inviting
atmosphere.
5. Provide Extra Amenities
Think about what your guests might need during their stay, and provide extra amenities
to make their visit more comfortable. This could include extra blankets and pillows, a
fan or space heater, a clock radio, or a charging station for electronic devices.
6. Keep it Clean and Tidy
Make sure the guest room is clean and tidy before your guests arrive. Change the
sheets and fluff the pillows, vacuum the floor, and dust the surfaces. Leave fresh towels
and a few toiletries in the bathroom for their use.
7. Consider Privacy and Security
Your guests will appreciate having some privacy and security during their stay. Make
sure the guest room has a door that can be locked, and provide a key or code to your
guests. If the room is on the ground floor, consider installing window treatments for
privacy.
By following these easy tips and accommodating ideas, you can create a welcoming
guest room that your visitors will love. Whether your guests are family members or
friends, they'll appreciate the extra effort you put into making their stay comfortable and
enjoyable.
