1. CLEAN AND DECLUTTER
'Dust, vacuum and clean all surfaces in your guest room. Remove any clutter or personal items to make room for guests' belongings,' advises Yama Jason, interior designer and founder of House Customize. 'A clean and tidy room contributes to a fresh and pleasant space, making guests feel more welcome and relaxed.'
2. PROVIDE AMENITIES AND FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS
A considerate addition to any guest room is providing the amenities they may need. By predicting your guest's habits, you can stock the room with essentials. Include items like a toothbrush, lotion, a comb, and perhaps a robe or slippers to add a spa-like feel. These can be displayed in a basket or arranged on a tray for a touch of luxury.
3. CLEAR ENOUGH STORAGE SPACE
If your guests will be staying for multiple days, be sure to provide them with enough space to store their personal belongings. To do this clear out enough space in a closet or dresser for them to use, and check there are enough hangers for their clothes.
4. ADD A TOUCH OF THANKSGIVING DECOR
To add a festive touch, you can decorate the guest room with some Thanksgiving-themed decor such as flameless or scented candles with fall motifs, a small pumpkin or gourd centerpiece, fall foliage, and some fall-colored throw pillows.
5. BRING OUT THE COMFORTABLE BEDDING
'The bed is the centerpiece of any guest room,' says Tadas Pukas, CEO and Founder of Minimalistic Linen. 'Opt for a soft mattress topped with high-quality linens, ensuring a variety of pillows and warm blankets to accommodate different preferences. 'This attention to bedding not only enhances comfort but also shows your guests that their rest is a priority.'
6. SET UP A VANTIY STATION
Ensuring your guest room has a vanity station during Thanksgiving is crucial for providing a comfortable and welcoming environment, giving guests a convenient and private space to get ready and store items such as makeup and hair products. Having a dedicated space for grooming can enhance your guest's overall stay, and ensure they feel prepared for Thanksgiving festivities.
7. ADD FRAGRANCE
Making a guest bedroom smell nice is easily one of the best ways to make it feel inviting, and by using fragrances that are synonymous with Thanksgiving, you can also make it a delightfully festive space. There are a number of ways you can do this including with scented candles, diffusers, homemade room spray, or a number of hidden tricks to make it nice-smelling.
8. TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Ensure that the guest room is well-ventilated and adequately heated or cooled depending on the weather, so that your guests can adjust the temperature to their liking. 'Temperature control is crucial for guest comfort. Provide options like extra blankets, a space heater, or a fan.' recommends Tadas Pukas.