Being a good host for holiday guests starts long before they arrive at your home. Creating a space where they can feel comfortable and get some rest during the hustle and bustle of the season is the best way to ensure guests enjoy themselves while staying with you. By thinking about the purpose and function of your guest room, you can create a space that will work for anyone that might need to stay with you. Here are some tips for guest room furniture ideas to help your guests feel welcome and comfortable this holiday season.
Help Them Get a Good Night’s Rest
Sleeping in a strange home can be hard for some guests, especially senior citizens who may like a certain temperature or light level. To make it as easy as possible for guests to get some rest, make sure the bed you choose is comfortable and large enough for singles or couples. Add a blackout shade and a portable heating or cooling unit to help guests get the ideal environment for them without disrupting the rest of the house. Quality pillows and blankets will help the bed feel comfortable and welcoming.
Include A Quiet Space
Holiday celebrations can be overwhelming, and your guests may long for a private space to read a book, check emails or just be alone with their own thoughts. If the guest room only includes a bed, they might be reluctant to go in there unless it is time for sleeping. This is why hotel rooms often include a sitting area or desk for guests to relax or do work at before getting into bed. You can put your own spin on this idea by getting creative with your guest room furniture ideas so friends and family members can use the space for multiple purposes. Try including a desk and chair where guests can sit. If you have very little extra room, a small reading corner with an armchair, lamp and soft blanket provides function without taking up much of the available space.
Remove Holiday Items You May Need
Guest room closets are usually a great place to stash wrapping paper, boxes, snack items and extra gifts, because no one looks in there very often. If you store items you don’t use often in the guest room, make sure the items you’ll need for the holidays aren’t among them. This will keep you from having to disrupt your guests while they rest or try to get things done. It will also give them more room to unpack and store their luggage and gift items.
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