Most of us have a spare room in our homes, which gets converted into guest rooms upon impromptu arrivals. However, a guest room cannot just be a guest room. Just as you feel welcomed when you enter a hotel room, your guest needs to feel the same too. Little things that add to the convenience and comfort make the guest feel cared for and looked after. Making your guests feel at home requires some thought and planning. Although it isn't much of an effort, you need to keep in mind certain details to make their stay as comfortable as possible. Here are a few things that will make the guest room as comforting as your home.
How to Prepare a Guest Bedroom
Clean Linen
Bed sheets and clean curtains are the first things that we notice when we enter any guest room. A clean set of linen makes a good impression on the guest. It speaks volumes about the simple sense of hygiene and cleanliness. Additionally, it makes the room look good too. Use light-colored sheets as light colors make the space look bigger than it actually is.
Fresh Toiletries
Using someone else's soap or a shaving kit is a big turn off. If you don't do it, do not expect your guests to do it either. Buy a fresh set of toiletries for the guest bathroom. This includes shampoo, conditioner, scrubs (as disposing a loofah would be expensive), toothbrushes, soaps and shower gels. See that the bathroom is washed, sanitized and free of odor. You can keep a few fresh flowers too, to make the bathroom smell nice.
Well-Made Bed
A crisp bed with soft bed covers and a warm blanket will give your guests a much-needed good night's sleep. After a long journey, a well-made bed seems like the perfect way to make your guests feel at home. A comfortable bed is especially a great savior for overnight guests on a break journey.
Functioning Fixtures
If you have a heater, AC, fans, TV or any kind of fixtures in the guest room, make sure that they are functioning properly. A non-functioning AC on a warm night can be very irritating. Similarly, all other electric gadgets need to be in order before your guests arrive. Adequate lighting is another important aspect one needs to keep in mind while making a guest room. Besides the wall lighting, keep a nightstand to help out a nocturnal guest.
Laundered Towels
Nobody likes to use wet or stained towels. Providing your guests with laundered towels is a crucial part of making them comfortable. Getting soft, washed and fragrant towels are not difficult to find. Hand them over to the nearby laundry and you shall have them delivered to your home before your guests ring the bell.
Pair of Slippers
It gets uncomfortable to walk on floors that are extremely cold or dusty. Also, wearing slippers keeps the feet clean and prevents any kind of foot infection. Take care of this aspect, by providing your guests with a pair of slippers.
Dustbin
Most people forget to place dustbins in guest rooms. Many a time, this accessory is overlooked too. However,
a dustbin in the guest room is very important as it keeps the room
clean and saves your guest's efforts to look for a dustbin all around
the house to dispose the waste.
Something Special
Besides the aforementioned, walk an extra mile to make something special for the guests. If
you know your guests well, then cooking their favorite meal, making
their room in their favorite color, planning a nice dessert treat or
catching up on movies that you've wanted to see together will truly make
your guests feel at home. Small gestures that touch the nerve indicate your love and courtesy towards your guests. A good room is what any hotel can provide, but a personal touch can only be felt at home!
Stocked Up Bar
Adult guests would surely enjoy a round of drinks after a long day of travel. Ask your guests in advance about their favorite brands and stock up the bar in the room. Relaxing with a drink is a classic way to call it a day!
House Tour
Take your guests around your house and show them the way you've done it up. Showing them the place that means the world to you, will surely make them feel important.
Bookworms
Some people cannot fall asleep without a book. Pile up interesting novels, magazines and journals for these veracious readers. You could even ask them which book they would like to read, to make it even more special.
Making your guests feel at home is no big challenge. While
making the guest room as comfortable as possible, think of the things
you would yourself need while staying outside your house.
