What Guests Really Want

Life Unfiltered

Jan 23

We’re fortunate to have a spare bedroom, once our son’s, ready for guests who visit us. Living in different areas means guests sometimes require extra coats and gloves. Having clothing for all helps. For a while, keeping a Pack-n-Play helped friends avoid overflowing their car with toddler gear.

We also visit these friends in return. The laughter and special meals together are the focus. Some friends spend just one night while traveling. I’m grateful guests find staying here comfortable. Recently, I’ve been thinking about guest room details beyond the basics. What do guests really want in their rooms? I found a helpful blog I plan to keep handy:

19 Things Your Guests Wish You Had in Your Guest Room

Some items I haven’t given much thought to: #1 A place for guests to set their suitcases. I usually put mine on the floor. #3 Instructions for accessing the internet. My significant other doesn’t think it’s important, but I might put it on a cute chalkboard. I love beautiful soaps, and diffusers, and I am thinking about splurge-worthy items (major splurge Joe Malone or The Nest) I can stock in their bathroom. One I did not see on the list is a couple of bottles of water. No, they won’t be cold, but I’ve found them handy for a drink in the middle of the night. A commenter suggested taking a picture of the guest and putting it in a frame labeled “Sharon’s Room.” Totally cute, but I’m not that organized, and honestly, I would get the side eye from my friends.