Create a Temporary Guest Room in Your Living Space With These Smart Tricks

The sleeper sofa has come a long way in the last few years. Many new sofas and sectionals feature a high-quality mattress so the sleep experience is better than ever. Make the bed with nice linens. Freshly laundered sheets, a fluffy comforter or duvet and lots of blankets go a long way to making guests feel like they're in a four-star hotel room. Throw in a few extra pillows so they can prop up to comfortably read or watch TV.

No bedside table, no problem. You can still make sure guests have everything they need within reach. Place a chair next to the bed with a stack of books to create an impromptu side table, giving guests a spot to rest their phone or glass of water. For longer stays, you can provide an armrest organizer stocked with a phone charger, TV remote and a snack for late-night noshing.

An attractive ceiling fan is always a good idea, especially in rooms with lots of daily activity or guests. A remote-controlled fan allows overnight guests to tailor the room's temperature to their liking, so they'll get a better night's sleep. And of course, a well-rested guest is a happy guest!

Clear out a few drawers to accommodate your guests' things should they want to unpack. For longer stays, stock a drawer with extra towels, light snacks or a mini-bar setup.