Decorating a guest bedroom is never easy – and that is particularly true when space comes at a premium. From finding the right wall paint colours to making sure that the bedding is comfortable and cosy, there are a lot of different things that go into choosing guest room décor. So, if the prospect of having to decorate your guest bedroom is stressing you out, don’t worry. After all, it’s only normal to feel overwhelmed by the abundance of guest bedroom ideas.

To make things simpler for you, we’ve selected what we think are the top 4 guest room ideas that any guest will love. Do you want to have a guest bedroom that leaves all your visitors open-mouthed but aren’t quite sure how to go about it? Then read on to find out all the essential small guest bedroom ideas that you need to adopt in order to truly transform your space.

Guest bedroom ideas for compact spaces

1.Choose neutral colours

The entire point of guest bedrooms is that you never really know who is going to stay in them or when. Perhaps it’ll be a friend who’s visiting for a few days, or maybe it’ll be an older family member who’s staying over for Christmas. One thing is clear, though – you should never decorate a guest bedroom with only one particular person in mind.

To make sure you create a good impression on all your visitors, steer clear of loud colours and bold patterns. Instead, tone things down with neutral hues like white, black, grey and beige, that everyone can find appealing. You should also ensure that you stick to this for every aspect of your guest room décor – from the duvet cover to the pillowcases.

2.Don’t go super-size

Many homeowners make the same mistake when decorating a guest bedroom. They decorate it as if their guest was going to spend 365 days a year there, so they splash out on the biggest mattress and bed frame they can find – which in turn leaves very little space for essentials like a good wardrobe or a full-length mirror. But does your guest really need a super king size bed? Probably not.

When it comes to small guest bedroom ideas, comfy and functional beds should always take priority. In the vast majority of cases, a small double mattress will more than suffice. Remember that most guests stay over for just a couple of nights, so buying a bed over 4'6'' x 6'3'' is really not worth it. Plus, smaller sheets typically cost less and at Victoria Linen, we can supply perfectly sized small double bedding that matches your guest room décor exactly.

3.Invest in a mattress topper

The thing about guest room mattresses is that what’s comfy for one person can feel like an absolute bed of nails for another. It’s a lose-lose situation – whatever mattress you go for, someone will find it uncomfortable. However, there is one way to find the right solution for everyone – buying a mattress topper.

In case you didn’t know, a mattress topper is a layer that you place on top of your mattress to reduce pressure on the springs and provide extra cushioning. This means that even if your guest doesn’t find your mattress particularly comfortable, they’ll still get a decent night’s sleep thanks to the extra support awarded by the mattress topper. On top of that, your mattress topper will also protect your mattress from any stains – a must when you’re decorating a guest bedroom.

The average mattress topper is about 5cm deep and is fully machine-washable, making it a great choice for anyone looking for small guest bedroom ideas. They’re available for all sizes – from space-saving small doubles to popular double mattress toppers and even larger if needed.

4.Buy colour-matching guest room décor

While it’s true that comfort should be your number one priority when decorating a guest bedroom, the aesthetic side of guest room décor should never be overlooked. You can’t just pick the first wall paint colour, duvet and bed frame you can find and throw it all in the pot. Instead, you should create a sense of harmony by matching colours and patterns. Colour-matched guest room décor can go a long way to make your guests feel as comfortable as if they were at home.

And that is why you should always ensure that all your small guest bedroom ideas play off each other to conjure balance and tranquillity. A great tip for doing this is buying all your bedding – from duvets to bed sheets – as part of the same bedding set. If your small guest bedroom will be used by children, we highly recommend going for a Deer Bedding Set that will ignite their love for nature. And if your guests are adults, you can’t go wrong with a simple yet sleek Brooklyn Bedding Set.

Most bedding sets include the following items:

• Duvet Cover
• Pillowcases
• Cushions
• Bed Runner 
• Bedspread
• Sheets

Additionally, we stock a range of essential bed sheet sets specifically made for UK single and double bed sizes – just the thing for decorating a guest bedroom.

Create the small guest bedroom of your dreams with Victoria Linen

Are you looking for small guest bedroom ideas that will make your guests feel just like they’re at home? Then you’ve come to the right place.

Whether you’re after a small double bed duvet set, a quilted mattress protector or an all-in-one double bedding set, Victoria Linen is here to help. And if our sizes don’t quite match what you’ve got in mind, don’t worry. As a top-of-the-range bedding manufacturer, we offer a bespoke bedding and curtain service with a wide array of fabrics, colours and patterns at your disposal. With Victoria Linen, decorating a guest bedroom has never been easier.

Want to find out more about what we do? Then all you need to do is call us on 01706 2220020 or email us at info@victorialinen.co.uk today. One of our bedding experts will get back to you as soon as possible to help with all your queries.