Guest Bedroom Essentials

Having company stay over is something I thoroughly enjoy. Whenever friends or family stay with us, I always want to make sure they feel literally right at home. Besides the necessary items (pillows, blanket, comfortable bed, working TV, lamp, lots of light, etc), there are other items I think are totally essential. Below I’ve rounded up some of the items I feel are necessary to have in your guest room.

Guestbook: I love the idea of having house guests write a little message and the date they stayed within a guest book. It’s something fun to look back on down the road.

Basket of treats: What guest wouldn’t want a basket of goodies they can munch on throughout their stay? You can also get some food items that are unique to wherever you live, to give your guests a taste of where they are staying.

Pitcher of water and glasses: It’s always nice to have water on the nightstand so they don’t have to rummage through the kitchen to find it late at night.

Fresh flowers: Flowers brighten up any room and they add a sense of comfort and happiness to a space. An arrangement of fresh flowers are one of the most important items to have in your guest room (in my opinion).

Various phone chargers: We all know how it feels to get somewhere and to realize your phone is about to die AND you didn’t bring your phone charger. It’s nice to have a little stash of phone chargers so they don’t have to stress.

Toiletries basket: I keep a toiletries basket in my powder room year round, even when guests aren’t staying with us (but I especially make sure it’s completely stocked when guests arrive for their stay). Fill it with the basics – toothpaste, lotion, mouthwash, disposable razor, mini shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and so on. I also have a stash of never used hotel toiletries minis that I love to include.

Above all, you want to make your guests feel completely comfortable, and don’t forget to have fun in the process.

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