The holiday season is a time for family, friends, and loved ones to come together. And for many, it involves hosting overnight guests. Whether you’re expecting long-distance family members or close friends for a few nights, ensuring your guest room is a comfortable and welcoming space will leave a lasting impression.

Creating a comfortable, welcoming guest room this holiday season goes beyond supplying clean sheets and towels.

Here’s how you can transform your guest room into a cozy retreat where your guests can relax and feel right at home.

Make the Bed Inviting

Make sure your guest bed is inviting and comfortable by using soft, high-quality bedding. Opt for cotton sheets that feel cool and comfortable against the skin, and add a cozy comforter or duvet for extra warmth. Consider adding extra pillows and blankets on the bed for added comfort.

Add Ambiance with Lighting

Lighting plays a significant role in making any space feel warm and inviting. Ensure that your guest room has multiple sources of light, including bedside lamps and overhead lighting. Lamps with dimming capabilities are especially useful, as they allow your guests to adjust the lighting to their preference.

Provide Essentials and Personal Touches

Ensure that your guests have everything they need like fresh towels, a comfortable bathrobe, and toiletries. A small basket of snacks, bottled water, or a coffee or tea station can also be a thoughtful addition to the room.

Ensure Temperature Control

Guests will feel more comfortable in a room where the temperature is just right. Make sure your guest room is heated or cooled to a comfortable temperature before they arrive, and provide them with the ability to adjust the temperature if needed. If your guest room doesn’t have a thermostat, consider adding a small space heater and fan to allow for personalized comfort.

Offer Extra Privacy and Quiet

If the guest room shares a wall with a busy space, provide earplugs or a white noise machine to help block out any unwanted sounds. Additionally, make sure there’s adequate closet space or hangers for their clothes, so they don’t have to live out of their suitcase. A small luggage rack can also be a nice touch.

Add Holiday Touches

Adding a few festive touches to your guest room can make your guests feel even more welcome. String lights, a small holiday-themed blanket, or a scented candle can create a cheerful atmosphere. Just make sure not to overcrowd the room with too many decorations—simplicity is key.

Room temperature plays a significant role in how your guests experience their stay. If your guest room is hotter or colder than the rest of the home, or if you’d like to learn more about zoned heating and cooling, contact C&D today. From HVAC maintenance and repair to home comfort add-ons, C&D can help make your home more comfortable for the holidays and any time of year.