Holiday season is rapidly approaching, so treat your guests with your best! Nothing is like when you get to your hotel and the room feels like it is yours.
A room that you can put your things in and have a place of privacy without causing frustration for someone else.
This is what your guests in your own home should feel like.
Here are some helpful hints and reminders for a guest room.
With some of these simple tips your guests will feel right at home.
Bed & Bedding When it comes to setting up your bed for a guest room consider the mattress.
How do you feel when you sleep on it? Is it comfortable? If not maybe it would be time for a new mattress.
If budget doesn't permit there are alternatives.
Adding memory foam is an inexpensive way of revitalizing a mattress.
Air mattresses are another alternative.
Buying a quality air mattress is a quick and easy bed solution.
Plus, if needed, you can even add it on top of a sleep sofa if the mattress is showing signs of wear or for added comfort.
How does your bedding comforter set look? Now might be the time to purchase a new comforter set or maybe add some decorative pillows to the one you have.
Sheets and Linens Before your guests arrive remove your sheets.
Vacuum your bed and maybe add a spray of Febreeze® to it.
Make sure you don't overdo it for some may be sensitive.
Laundry the linens prior to guests arrival.
Have a secondary set of sheets cleaned as well.
Place them in the room for your guest just in case of an unexpected accident.
Provide an extra blanket or throw at the bottom of the bed.
Provide a Place for Relaxation If you have the space and furniture add a comfortable chair in the room for your guest to relax or read.
Adding an accent table with table lamp for reading provides guests a place for privacy during their stay.
A foot rest or ottoman also can be a nice addition as well.
These additions also help those with physical restraints while they are dressing.
Reducing risks of fall or injuries.
Suitcase A suit case stand is nice addition for your guest.
This can be placed in corner so your guests don't have to bend over to get their clothes or to keep them from lifting their luggage onto the bed.
Sometimes ottomans can double as a suitcase stand.
Clutter Free Remove the most amount of clutter as possible without losing the beauty of the room.
Having your personal touches to the room is great.
Having too much accessories can be cumbersome to your guest and you don't want them to feel that they are intrusive to your surroundings.
Dressers and night stands should contain minimal decor so your guests have space for their own.
Storage Space Provide ample amount of storage space for your guests.
Clear out a few dresser drawers so your guests are able to use them.
This also might be a good time to spray inside drawers with Febreeze® to freshen them up.
Closet space should be cleared out to allow guests to hang clothes and store their shoes or luggage.
Make sure to provide plenty of hangers as well.
Adding an ironing board and iron in the closet is also a nice touch so your guest can iron as needed.
The Simple Things Don't forget about the simple things.
Make sure your guest room has a lighted alarm clock in the room.
Tissues are also nice to have by the bed side.
Add a telephone to the room so they can have privacy during phone calls.
Have a decorative notepad and pen on the dresser or night stand.
If you have a TV and DVD player in the guest room, provide your guest with a channel guide.
You can even type one up on your computer and dress it up.
Maybe even provide a small assortment of appropriate DVD's.
Adding a few selections of novels or current magazines in the room is sometimes enjoyable for your guests as well.
When you've setup your guest room you're not only making yourself feel comfortable, but your guests as well.
Having everything ready takes unwanted stress off of you.
If you want to add a more memorable stay for your guest, think about a welcome basket or tray.
You can do all sorts of things with this by putting bottles of water, snacks, or candy in your decorative basket or tray for your guests.
Just like your favorite hotel, you can create that same feel for your guests in your own home.