80 ideas for a beautiful and functional guest room

To start thinking about the arrangement of the guest room, you need to be a good host. Welcoming your guests and making them comfortable is fundamental, and for this, we need to think carefully about the items that will compose this type of room.

Making the room cozy and functional is the best way to receive family and friends on special occasions, such as end-of-year parties, vacations, or long vacations. In addition, thinking about a beautiful decoration for the guest room is a way to provide comfort and style at the same time, especially when the decoration is made to ensure the best use of space.

According to personal organizer Ana Ziccardi, it is better if the guest room has no other function, but this is not always possible, especially when the house has few rooms. In these cases, the most common is that the office is also used as a guest room. But for this, it is good to remember: "remove everything you might need to use the office in this period, it will be uncomfortable forAlso try not to enter and leave the room too often, and ask permission every time you enter the room. Receiving is an option and the priority is the guest", Ana explains.

So if you are about to have visitors in your home, stay tuned for some more tips from the consultant:

Required Items

According to Ana, we always have to think that the guest doesn't want to disturb the routine of the house and probably might be embarrassed to ask for something that he/she has forgotten. So, the ideal is to leave in the room items that are essential to everyone who is away from home, such as:

• * wifi password
• * Personal hygiene kit: toothbrush and toothpaste, soap, shampoo and conditioner, hand and body moisturizer, and shower cap
• * Pillows: one higher and one lower, at least one of each
• * Blanket or blanket
• * Bedding set
• * Complete set of towels: bath, face, hand and makeup (the latter, preferably in a dark color, so that the guest does not feel embarrassed if he gets his towel dirty with makeup)
• * Water jug and glass: change every morning and also in the evening, before the guest retires
• * Bedside lamp
• * Pharmacy kit: analgesic, antiallergic, nasal decongestant, alcohol gel, absorbents, band-aid, cotton, swab and tissue
• * hangers and at least one free drawer and one free shelf, as well as space on the clothesline for hanging clothes

The personal organizer also says that the essential pieces of furniture to have in the guest room are: a bed, a bedside table or auxiliary table, and a chair or bench to support the suitcase, while those that can be discarded if the room is small are: bookcases, chests, or any item that takes up too much space.

About the beds, she points out: "if space allows, the best is to opt for two single box beds, which can be joined and transformed into a queen bed, this way you can receive two friends or a couple. If space does not allow, have a single bed with auxiliary bed. Prefer taller models so that the auxiliary bed is not too low, which can beextremely uncomfortable for older people or people with mobility problems," he explains.

Items to please

If you want to spoil your guests even more, some items placed in the room can make them feel that you are happy to receive them, they are:

• * Key to your home with a welcome note
• * A fruit basket
• * Chocolates and cookies
• * A coffee maker with several coffee options
• * A book with a dedication for him to take with him when he goes away
• * New bedroom slippers
• * Bathrobe
• * Television with cable channels
• * Cell phone charger

Another of Ana's tips is to spray perfumed water on the sheets when you make the bed, but in this case it is important to check beforehand that your guest is not allergic to perfumes.

When the room is also an office

In these cases, Ana points out that it is necessary to take some care when planning the cabinetry and decoration. Pay attention to these recommendations:

• * Bed: opt for a comfortable sofa bed or a box bed with mattress cover and pillows that resemble a sofa. When used in the bedroom option, just replace the cover with bedspreads and add pillows and blankets.
• * Bookshelves and work table: This space, which normally serves as a support for daily use material and a work table, will become a support for guests. Hanging shelves with doors hide books and stationery that should not be on display when the room is used as a bedroom.
• * Electronics: Design the cabinetry so that printers, routers and modems, as well as their wires, are built in.
• * Computer or notebook: It is best to opt for a notebook, so that you can work elsewhere while guests are in your home. A PC is more difficult to remove from the space.

Bedroom x Suite

Ana says that the best option is always a suite, so that everyone will have more privacy. Besides the items already mentioned, it is also nice to have rugs next to the bed and a full-length mirror in the bedroom. In the bathroom, aromatic candles make the environment even more welcoming.

In addition, Ana reinforces that care with bath items is key: "see to it that bath towels are dry for the next use, and change towels whenever they are dirty, as well as pillowcases and sheets."

90 guest room ideas to help you build your own

Now that you know how to put together the perfect guest room, check out some options to help you make your guests want to come back again and again:

1. the practicality of the sofa bed

Sleeper sofas are a great option for offices that are also guest rooms. They are easy to set up and very comfortable.

2. the use of colors

Ana suggests that it is best not to imprint too much of your own personality on the guest room. Opt for neutral and light colors on the walls and furniture, such as white, off white or shades of green, which convey a sense of tranquility, comfort and coziness. Leave the stronger colors for small objects and some details, such as pillows and pictures.

3. bunk beds are also a great solution

Bunk beds have the same idea as single beds, but with the advantage of having two beds occupying the space of only one. For tighter spaces it is the most appropriate choice.

4. mini-bench that also serves as a bedside table

In addition to being very useful for alarm clocks, lamps, and jars, it can also be used for working, studying, or even just to give a boost to the room's decoration.

5. living room and guest room

The living room can also be used as a guest room, as long as you have a spacious and comfortable sofa bed.

6. bedroom with double bed and makeshift sofa

Composing a guest room with a double bed and a single bed is ideal for those who receive friends or family with children. And you can even turn the single bed into a beautiful sofa with the help of pillows. Combine the prints and colors of the bedding, it looks great!

7. japanese style bed

Japanese beds, which are lower, are simple and at the same time modern, and leave the room with a charming and authentic touch due to the minimalism of the oriental style. For guest rooms they are also a great option.

8. tables have several uses

Putting tables and chairs in the guest room is a plus for your guest's comfort, so he or she can use them for writing, using the notebook, or even for quick meals.

9. lockers help guests to organize their luggage

If you have a little more space, be sure to put a closet in the guest room, even if it is small. Not only can guests store their clothes without wrinkling them, you can also use it to store extra linens, blankets, and towels.

10. bunk beds and high beds

These types of beds are also great ideas for saving space in the guest room and using it for another use in the house. However, avoid beds that are too high if you are used to having elderly people in your home.

11. refrigerator is useful and stylish

Putting a mini fridge in the guest room is an interesting option, as it makes the guest very comfortable to store his or her own food, drinks, or snacks (and nothing stops you from already having the small fridge stocked). This one has a charming vintage style, which matches perfectly with the rest of the suite's decor.

12. get inspired by hotel rooms

Hotel rooms are great inspirations for setting up a guest room. They usually have the basics that everyone needs for a pleasant stay: a cozy bed, blackout curtains, bedside tables, lamp, closet, and television.

13. a delicate and charming decoration

This guest room, besides being super charming, has several indispensable elements mentioned by Ana Ziccardi: a closet with pillow options and with empty spaces for hanging clothes, a chair for resting or support for luggage, and the lamp.

14. you don't always have to go for the basics

Usually the more neutral and basic colors are the most used in guest rooms, but that doesn't mean that you can't dare and give more life to this room. This beautiful room, for example, was inspired by the colorful artist Frida Kahlo.

15. stools at the foot of the bed

These low stools make a great composition with the bed and give a special touch to the decoration of guest rooms, which usually have few items and furniture. Choosing a color that stands out in the room gives even more charm to these objects.

16. a makeshift bed

The bed in this beautiful guest room was made with two mattresses, one on top of the other, with a blue quilted cover. Strong, vibrant colors were also used here, making a modern and cheerful composition with the pillows and pictures, making the room colorful.

17. you can never have too much comfort

If your house is more spacious and has large rooms, you can make the guest room more comfortable by adding king-size beds, armchairs, and reclining chairs for relaxation.

18. futons are joker pieces for the guest room

The futon sofa bed is the darling of most people's guest room decor. Not only are they super cozy, they also make a difference in the look of the room.

19. the trick of the roll pillows

These cushions, besides being super soft and fluffy, are also great accessories for turning beds into sofas.

20. for those who like rustic environments

And how about this guest room made of wood, giving a rustic touch to the decor? This style is charming and still gives us the feeling of being in a beautiful mountain chalet.

21. mix various types of bedding

If you have a room with more space, you can mix more than one type of bed, a double bed with a single bed, for example. Another very nice option are the widow's beds, which are a middle ground in relation to the size of the other two beds.

22. having space for circulation around the bed is important

Putting the bed against the wall or under the window is a good way to gain more space, but the circulation becomes very restricted. To avoid this, a good tip is to centralize the bed in the room and let the guest choose on which side to lie down.

23. no need to use giant double beds

Of course, if you can put bigger and more comfortable beds in the guest room, it will be great for your guests, but these beds are usually much more expensive items that take up a lot of space. The size up to the queen model will already be more than appropriate and you make room for other things.

24. mirrors are beautiful and useful

Having a mirror in the bedroom is always a good thing: not only can we give the room a look, but they also make any room more elegant and spacious. You can use them on cabinet doors, headboards, on the wall, or even using small frames, as if they were paintings.

25. decorate with books

Having bookshelves with books in the guest room can be an extra treat for the people you are hosting. They can read before bed or during a time of rest and relaxation.

26. leave only what is necessary

The guest room needs to be clean, organized and have free space, both in the room itself and inside the closets and dressers, because someone will arrive with suitcases, bags and other personal belongings. Use few pieces of furniture and leave some empty drawers in the dressers so that people can be better accommodated.

27. those items that can never be missing

You can decorate the guest room in many ways, but never fail to place a bedside table and a lamp. After the bed, they are the most indispensable items.

28. when there is no bedside table, improvise

If you don't have a nightstand or a bedside table, you can use other objects for this function, such as a pouf, a chair, a stool, a pretty tin can, or a stylized barrel. The important thing is that your guest has a place to put his cell phone, glasses, a glass of water, and other items he needs at his bedside.

29. white curtain is a good choice

Every room needs curtains. Besides privacy, they also protect against direct sunlight and night chill. White curtains are more neutral and make the guest room lighter and brighter. They can be used with or without blackout.

30. leave extra blankets and pillows

It is always a good idea to provide your guest with a larger quantity of pillows, cushions, and more options of blankets and throws, especially on colder days. People who are shivery or like to sleep with more pillows may be afraid to ask your host for these items. You can leave them in the closets or even decorate the bed.

31. don't overdo the amount of furniture

If the guest room is to take on this function only, it should be designed to hold less furniture and provide more space for guests, especially if your room is already small. Always remember: less is more!

32. an elaborate decoration also shows care

Everyone likes to be welcomed and to see that the host has prepared everything with care for their arrival. So don't leave the guest room without decoration, small details make all the difference to make your guests feel at ease and realize that you are happy with their arrival.

33. comfort and entertainment

The television is a great item to have in the guest room, and a classic option for distraction and entertainment for guests. When they are placed suspended from the ceiling, as in this example, the decor becomes more elegant and practical.

34. two-in-one room: guest room and home office

Normally when the office is combined with a guest room, it is common to use sofa beds, futons, or decorated box beds as sofas, but in this case, the room is very large and provided space for a double bed.

35. a piece of furniture with multiple functions

In this beautiful and delicate room, the countertop also serves as a dressing table, since it has been positioned in front of a mirror, so that your guest will have a special place just for herself.

36 - Flowers add charm to the decoration

Flowers make any room more beautiful, cheerful, and fragrant, so take the opportunity to decorate the guest room with flowers and plants as well. You can mix different kinds of colors, vases, and sizes.

37. choose a color to highlight the environment

If the guest room has white walls and furniture, or with light and neutral colors, choose a color that stands out in the environment for the decoration items. They can be niches or shelves, and also some objects. Thus, the composition is harmonious and you give a little life to the place.

38. the charm of the headboards

Headboards are a great option to add a touch more to the decor of the guest room, especially the upholstered ones, which, besides being beautiful, increase the feeling of comfort in the room.

Indirect light increases the feeling of warmth

LED lighting has become an increasing trend in room decoration. In addition to bringing an air of sophistication, it also increases the feeling of peace, warmth, and tranquility, which is essential for the guest room. The guests usually arrive tired from their trip and some people find it more difficult to relax outside.

40. the elegance and comfort of the recamier

The recamier is an antique French piece of furniture that looks like a divan. They are padded and cozy and can be used as a seat to relax or even to stretch your legs.

41. modern and clean decoration

If you don't like rooms with strong colors, you can opt for softer colors, but in order for the room not to become dull and drab, use more modern decorative objects and/or wallpaper, such as this different set of lamps and this wall with different overlapping triangles.

42. an ultra romantic guest room

If you usually receive more couples, bet on a more romantic decoration for the guest room. Flowers are the symbol of romanticism and you can use floral prints on the bedding, wall paintings, rugs, etc.

43. fifty shades of gray

Elegant, neutral, and versatile, the color gray is super trendy in decoration! It brings personality to the space and accompanies both traditional furniture and the most daring, such as this room that has a more futuristic look. In addition, the palette of gray tones is very extensive and you can combine them in various ways.

44. exposed brick makes the decoration more relaxed

Brick walls are increasingly present in interior areas of the house. And even if it seems that they only match rustic environments, they are actually quite versatile and match different styles. A good choice for guest rooms!

45 Decorated walls are pure charm

Wallpapers with drawings or paintings made on the wall itself are great decorative solutions for the guest room. And you can even combine similar prints on other decorative items such as pillows and chair seats.

46. make a composition with pictures

Paintings are great decorative items and can make the guest room even more authentic. They also serve to add personality and a little more color to the room.

Here are more guest room references for you to get inspired

Check out more great ideas for setting up a guest room in your home:

47. built-in cabinet with countertop: a good alternative to gain space

48. the beauty of the simplest decorations

49. paneled TVs are elegant and optimize space

50. one large guest room with two single beds

51. a good way to organize furniture and gain more space

52. And what about this super luxurious and cozy guest room?

53- Even if neutral tones are preferred, nothing stops you from making good combinations of strong colors

54. an intimate and delicate room

55. convey peace and tranquility to your guests

56. another Japanese bed style option

57 A guest room that looks like royalty

58. blue tones have a calming effect and are great for the bedroom

59. mirrored furniture adds a special touch to the decoration

60 - Make the room look modern with these suspended light fixtures

61. built-in cabinets are also great space-saving solutions

62. if you receive many guests, the more beds, the better

62. simple and functional

63 Another romantic and delicate decoration

64: Another super comfortable room option

65 In simpler rooms, side tables can serve as bedside tables

66. extensive workbenches with doors are useful and help in the organization

67. blankets warm the cold days and also decorate the bed

68 With pillows, you can turn a bed into a sofa

69. office and futons: the perfect combination to welcome your guests with style

70 - Niches filled with miniatures add personality to the room

71 A large sofa bed and a cozy office chair: the perfect combination for guests

72. a simple and cozy corner

73. matching the bedding makes the environment more harmonious

74 - Match the wallpaper to the color of the furniture

The combination of black and white is always a winning decoration

76 These stools are great accessories for the guest room

77. you can replace the lampshade with indirect light

78. original and creative decorative elements, such as this can-shaped pouf, make the guest room more fun

79 The box bed turns into a beautiful sofa

80. single beds are more democratic

81. dressing tables are great for women

See how it's not difficult to put together a beautiful and inviting guest room? Small details make your guests' stay more comfortable and enjoyable. With these great tips and inspirations, you'll want to welcome friends and family into your home much more often.