How to Make Your Guest Room Welcome for Holiday Visitors

Your friends and loved ones’ visit can give us an entirely new perspective of our home, so make sure your spare room is ready with cozy decor that they’ll find enjoyable.

As everyone has different sleeping preferences, provide multiple blanket options in the guest room so guests can select what they need without asking at 3 a.m.

Comfortable Bedding

When your guests arrive, they’ll want a bed that feels like an inviting embrace. Start by providing high-quality linens in soothing tones such as soft whites, gentle grays and pale blues; these colors convey peace while being versatile enough for use across any decor scheme. A top-tier mattress also helps ensure restful nights for all!

Add some variety to your comfort with an assortment of pillows for maximum sleeping satisfaction, taking into account different sleeping preferences by including both firm and soft options. Also consider layering bedding such as light quilts for summer months and thick duvets or blankets in winter; both can make a significant difference.

Add an extra touch of hospitality by providing an extra throw blanket at the foot of each bed and an Luggage rack to make their stay easier. Other thoughtful amenities could include coffee tables with books or magazines on them, water glasses and carafes for drinking water, dish for keys and an extra long phone charger as small gestures that go a long way towards satisfying guests.

Introduce details that express both your home’s character and New Canaan’s distinctive atmosphere into your guest room to create an authentic and welcoming space for visitors. If your town is known for its restaurants, shops or walking trails, leave a guidebook or map at bedside; also consider including local artesianal pottery or artwork that refers to New Canaan in order to help guests feel right at home in your guestroom.

Optimized Storage

No matter if your spare bedroom serves solely as guest accommodations or doubles up as home office, playroom, workout space, hobby room or something else entirely; designing it to be multifunctional can ensure visitors leave with an incredible impression of it. Start with an evaluation to identify its primary functions before looking for ways to streamline furniture, accessories and amenities to suit each one.

Furniture such as a sofa bed or futon can help maximize sleeping space, providing seating during the day and turning into a comfy mattress for overnight visitors. A modular bookshelf on wheels provides another effective means of freeing up space while making reorganization easy and making room for new items. Incorporating room dividers, furniture with hidden compartments, or storage ottomans to keep things organized further help keep space tidy.

Noticing small touches that make your guests feel at home is also key: from providing stylish carafes of water for sipping while reading to providing additional chargers for phones or tablets, keeping essentials such as blackout curtains, robes or spare towels as well as visible Wi-Fi passwords will all help to create an atmosphere in which guests can truly relax and enjoy themselves during their stay.

Personal Touches

When it comes to guest bedroom ideas, personal touches can make all the difference. Make sure your guests have access to various pillow choices – this will ensure a restful night’s rest!

An inviting seating area is essential to creating a cozy guest bedroom experience for your visitors, giving them time to catch up on social media posts, check emails or just take it easy in an unhurried moment. Designer Cecilia Casagrande of this charming guest bedroom idea utilizes a gorgeous chair and ottoman combination as such an inviting sitting area.

Guest will appreciate having ample storage space for their clothing and belongings in a bedroom closet, so optimize this available space with a carefully planned cabinet or dresser and add plenty of accessories that create a homey atmosphere – such as seating options such as benches with arm rests or coordinated accent pillows as well as bookshelves.

As well as optimizing storage and adding personal touches, there are other elements that can really transform your guest bedroom into a cozy retreat that rivals top-tier resorts. One such element is painting the room a soothing color such as Cushing Green HC-125, Smoke 2122-40, Inner Balance 1522 or Shabby Chic 1018; such a hue provides visitors with an oasis of relaxation during their visit.

Cozy Area Rug

Add an inviting touch with a soft area rug. Not only does it protect guests’ feet from cold floors in the morning, it adds cozy texture to the space while helping guests unpack more easily and settle more easily into their accommodation – as well as complementing bedroom furniture for an overall cohesive look.

As everyone’s sleeping preferences differ, offering multiple pillow choices and providing luxurious throw blankets at the foot of the bed as well as extra high-quality sheets can give guests more choice and create a hotel-like experience for themselves.

For an inviting guest retreat, select a neutral-colored area rug. This allows for maximum versatility with your bedding and draperies; for instance, Nate Berkus x Rugs USA’s Ondine solid wool cozy rug pairs perfectly with neutral draperies and bedding options.

Your guests’ experience should be welcoming, from stylish water carafes for midnight thirsts and convenient places for phone chargers, to additional touches that make their stay pleasant and ensure they will want to come back. CHD Interiors provides expert interior design advice and inspiring ideas to make sure that happens. From residential design services through renovation and construction projects – CHD has your interior needs covered.

Artwork

Hygge lifestyle is all about creating an inviting space, so why not add artwork that gives guests something to look at while they relax on their bed? Choose framed art or decorative mirrors to make an inviting atmosphere in any space – it will surely add character and make them feel at ease during their stay!

Make your guest room more accommodating by offering blanket options, from fluffy and warm blankets, to those specifically tailored for people with different sleep preferences. Offering this variety can help your guests relax and get a restful night’s rest – try offering both!

Clean guest rooms are an effective way to set the right tone for visitors. Dust surfaces and vacuum the floor regularly to eliminate musty odors and make your visitors feel welcome and cared for. If space allows, store extra blankets, pillows and toiletries so you can always meet their needs.

Add an extra special touch to your guest room by providing travel-sized toiletries, water carafe and snacks like granola bars or chocolates as part of a welcoming experience for your visitors. They will save them the trouble of asking you for glasses of water or searching their bags for passwords when staying there!

Fresh Flowers

Planning ahead to ensure your guest room is company-ready is key, especially since guests may arrive unexpectedly. Norris advises assessing the room’s direction and de-cluttering surfaces, while creating homes for items like books, games and remote controls will help prevent future messes. She suggests adding hooks for belongings as well as creating a handy reference binder with takeout menus, coupons and frequently reached numbers like dry cleaner, florist, hair stylist or movie theater numbers that may come in handy during unexpected visits.

Be sure not to forget fresh flowers! From adding them to the bedside table or bathroom vanity to brightening an empty corner of a room with fresh blooms, fresh floral arrangements add beauty and freshen the air in every space. Fall and winter arrangements offer vibrant hues and textures like mango calla lilies, red roses, orange gerbera daisies, bronze mums and burgundy dahlias; as well as cat tails, chocolate queen Ann’s lace, wheat hypericum berries salidago and bupleurum for textural interest – don’t forget to ask your local florist about including evergreen branches, magnolia branches into their arrangement!