Creating a comfortable and welcoming guest room involves ensuring that your guests have everything they might need during their stay. Without further ado, we give you the complete guide to guest room essentials:
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Bedding
- Comfortable mattress and pillows: Ensure the mattress is in good condition and the pillows are varied in firmness.
- Quality sheets and blankets: Provide clean, fresh sheets and a variety of blankets for different temperature preferences.
- Extra bedding: Keep additional blankets and pillows available.
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Furniture
- Nightstands: Place a nightstand on each side of the bed with a lamp and space for personal items.
- Dresser or chest of drawers: Provide storage for clothes.
- Chair or bench: Offer a place to sit or put on shoes.
Lighting
- Bedside lamps: Ensure there’s adequate lighting for reading in bed.
- Overhead lighting: Provide good general lighting in the room.
- Nightlight: Consider a nightlight for guests who may need to navigate the room at night.
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Bathroom Essentials
- Towels: Provide a set of bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths.
- Toiletries: Stock essentials like shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste, and extra toothbrushes.
- Hairdryer: Make sure there’s a working hairdryer available.
Comfort and Convenience
- Closet space: Provide hangers and some space in the closet for guests to hang clothes.
- Iron and ironing board: Keep these available for guests to use.
- Full-length mirror: Include a mirror so guests can check their appearance.
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Technology
- Wi-Fi information: Clearly display the Wi-Fi network name and password.
- Charging station: Provide a place to charge phones and other devices, ideally with multiple plug types or USB ports.
- Clock: Place a clock in the room, ideally with an alarm function.
Refreshments
- Water: Provide bottled water or a carafe with glasses.
- Snacks: Offer some light snacks like granola bars, fruit, or nuts.
- Coffee/tea station: If space allows, a small coffee maker or electric kettle with a selection of teas and coffees can be a nice touch.
Miscellaneous
- Reading material: Include some books or magazines for guests to enjoy.
- Pen and paper: Provide a notepad and pen for notes.
- Local information: Offer a list of local attractions, restaurants, and emergency contact numbers.
Personal Touches
- Fresh flowers: Add a vase with fresh flowers for a welcoming touch.
- Welcome note: Leave a note to welcome your guests and provide any important information about the house.
- Decor: Keep the decor neutral but inviting, with some personal touches to make the space feel homey.
The above complete guide to guest room essentials will help ensure your guest room is a comfortable and welcoming space for visitors.
