Buying a house comes with the added implication that you will have to entertain guests at some point or the other. As hosts, we want to make our overnight visitors feel welcome and at ease. But, very rarely do we have our guest bedrooms ready for them.
Mentioned below are a few ingenious guest bed ideas that will help you solve your guest bedroom dilemmas.
The genie in the bottle
Like a Genie, the perfect bed is one that is useful, and only present when needed.
A trundle bed is a low-level bed with wheels attached to it. It is short enough to comfortably fit under your bed and only needs to be whipped out when you have guests at home. The trundle bed is a good pick for those people who often have kids visiting, as this will let you keep an eye on them without having to share a bed.
Alternatively, you can easily shift the bed to your guest bedroom to ensure privacy. It is incredibly comfortable to use, and the minimalistic frame allows the bed to blend seamlessly with any home decor. In short, the trundle bed is a win-win situation, and you should definitely look into it.
The power of disguise
Believe it or not, a futon isn’t just a sofa. Also known as daybeds, futons are the best choice for those who lack the free closet space to store a mattress. Adding to this, the style of the futon complements living rooms that have a rather minimalist and oriental look. This makes it a viable option for those who do not have much in the way of living room furniture.
To convert your futon into a bed, all you need to do is pull off the cushion and set it on the floor of your guest bedroom. Add some bedsheets and pillows and voila! You’ve got a perfect bed ready to fall upon.
Double the use
This style of bedding has multiple names in the market with the most common ones being sofa cum bed, sleep couch, pull-out couch, and extended bed. If you don’t usually have guests over, and would rather use the extra space for something else, a sofa cum bed is probably worth looking into.
These sleeper sofas include a bed within their structure. To use it, all you need to do is remove the cushions and pull out the bed from the sofa’s frame. Today, you can get a variety of pull-out couches in the market, which makes it easier for you to pair it with your room decor.
Perhaps, a magic trick?
‘Now, you see it… now you don’t!’
Next up on this list is the famous Murphy bed, also known as a wall-mounted bed. For those of you who don’t know, the Murphy bed is one that is hinged on one end and is stored vertically on the wall.
While it does have its own set of pros and cons, it is a good alternative for an extended bed and can be used by someone who would like to use the room for something other than a guest bedroom. That said, it’s important to note that wall-mounted beds are quite large so if your room is a small one, it’s best to not have too much furniture lying around as it can be a pain to move it later.
The latest in-store
If your guest bedroom is on the smaller side and you want to make the most of it, go for a Diwan bed. These beds have been gaining popularity amongst new homeowners and renovators for a while now and rightly so!
The main selling point is the specially designed bed frame which matches the mattress. This means that even though it is large and comfortable, it won’t take up as much space as a normal queen-sized bed, on account of its large frame. Additionally, the frames of most Diwan beds are hidden, which means that you can style it with any guest room.
Get the mattress out
When in doubt, always go for the inflatable bed.
These beds work as another alternative to the sofa cum bed and are also the most convenient to use. This is because they can be folded down, stored in the closet, and will only be removed as and when required. Additionally, because it is not left out in the open, you don’t have to worry about pairing it with your other furniture. Most of these beds also come with an electric pump so you won’t have any issue blowing it up. 
Making sure that your guests are happy is the hallmark of a good host. And with these guest bedroom ideas, you’re well on your way to becoming the best host there is. Should you need any assistance in setting up your guest bedroom, we at HomeLane are just a call away.
