Tips and Inspiration for Choosing the Best Comforters for Guest Bedrooms

The right comforter becomes the centerpiece of a well-designed guest room that makes overnight visitors feel welcome, relaxed, and at home. Choose a comforter that looks lovely in the context of the room’s design and keeps your guests comfortable enough for restful sleep during their stay. Follow our recommendations for things to consider when selecting a comforter for the guest room, from warmth and fill to maintenance and style. Then, explore our expert ideas and inspiration for using a comforter as the first step to transforming your guest room into an inviting, relaxing space.  

Things to Consider When Choosing a Guest Room Comforter

Choosing the best comforter for the guest room is about knowing which qualities will contribute to a comfortable bed across preferences. Here are the main factors to consider when choosing a guest room comforter. 

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  • Warmth and Weight: The local climate, your house’s set temperature, and the season all influence the right warmth level for a guest room comforter. A lighter weight comforter is typically a safe option for the guest room as you can always add warm layers on chilly nights
  • Material: Look for premium comforters with shells sewn from natural materials such as cotton, rayon made from bamboo, or TENCEL™ Lyocell. These fabrics are breathable, durable, and comfortable in any season. 
  • Fill: Down and down alternative comforters are both good options for a guest bedroom. They’re lofty, hypoallergenic, and available in many warmth levels. 
  • Maintenance: Machine washable comforters are easier to care for in the long run, making them an ideal choice for guest rooms where bedding may require frequent laundering. 
  • Style: Will you use the same guest room comforter all year round, or swap it out to suit the seasons? Or perhaps you’d rather add a duvet cover to mix things up. Keep these preferences in mind when choosing which guest room bedding, including comforters, is best.