{"id":1851,"date":"2022-07-14T10:00:14","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T17:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.discoveryhomes.com\/blog\/?p=1851"},"modified":"2025-02-19T18:11:34","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T01:11:34","slug":"how-to-style-a-welcoming-guest-bedroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.discoveryhomes.com\/blog\/how-to-style-a-welcoming-guest-bedroom\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Style a Welcoming Guest Bedroom"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Many homeowners are excited to be able to host friends and\nfamily for an overnight visit in their new home. Creating a space where your\nguests feel welcomed and can relax can be satisfying. Whether you\u2019re expecting\nguests this weekend or several months from now, here are some tips for creating\na welcoming guest bedroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make it comfy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A comfortable bed is a top priority, whether it\u2019s a regular bed or an air mattress. In addition to providing fresh and clean bedding, consider upgrading the guest bedding with high-quality linens. You don\u2019t have to break the bank trying to recreate a 5-star luxury hotel experience (unless you want to). Any high-quality bedding set will work. You can also make an air mattress more comfortable by adding a mattress topper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Supply extra linens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From bedding to bath towels, providing guests with more than\nthey need is always a good idea. Some guests may feel like they\u2019re imposing by\nasking for more, so already having spares available will remove that\nawkwardness. Be sure to include also extra blankets and pillows so they can get\ncomfortable as needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bonus: if you have a guest who insists on changing the\nsheets at the end of their stay, this will enable them to do so. Be sure to\nthank them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t forget the toiletries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stocking your guest room with toiletries is a thoughtful\ntouch. Place a basket of extra toiletries like shampoo, conditioners, lotion,\ntoothpaste, toothbrush, body wash, and even individual packets of pain\nrelievers \u2013 basically anything you\u2019d request from the front desk. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Help guests stay connected<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Provide guests with your home\u2019s wi-fi password so they can\nconnect their devices to your internet network. You can write it out on a piece\nof paper and place it in the room or create a sign with the password. This\nmakes it easier for guests to connect without needing to interrupt you or\nstruggle with a lengthy password. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to keep your home\u2019s network password secured,\nmany internet providers allow you to create a separate guest password you can\nshare instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spend the night<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering if your room is ready for guests? Give it a trial\nrun. Spend the night \u2013 or a nap, and see if the room works well for guests.\nStaying over in your guest room will give you the perspective of your guests.\nYou can figure out what\u2019s working in the room and what could be better. Does\nthe sound carry from the rest of the house? Is there enough lighting? Does the\nroom get too hot or cold overnight? These are things you\u2019ll notice after\nspending some time in the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you have a dedicated guest room or temporarily using\none of your kid\u2019s rooms, these tips will help you create a welcoming space your\nguests will appreciate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you need extra space for guests or simply more room for a\ngrowing family? We have several new home communities throughout the Bay Area\nwith homes available now. Visit us online at DiscoveryHomes.com to learn more\nabout our communities, view floorplans, and more. 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