What to keep ready for an overnight guest

Short answer: An extra set of bedding, two towels and ideally a pair of clean socks. The last one sounds odd, but it is what guests have most often forgotten.

Bedding ready

A set that is ready means you do not have to wash on the same evening the guest arrives. That is the only preparation that really takes time. See bamboo bedding.

Towels

Two per guest, put out where they can be seen. See bamboo towels.

Socks and a toothbrush

Those two things are most often forgotten by guests who travel light. An extra pair of socks takes up nothing in a drawer, and it is appreciated. See bamboo underwear for men.

A throw

If the guest sleeps on a sofa, a throw makes all the difference, because a sofa rarely holds the warmth the way a bed does. See home and homewear in bamboo.

Wash afterwards

Everything that has been used is washed after the visit. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

What do guests forget most often?

Socks and a toothbrush. An extra pair of socks takes up nothing in a drawer.

How many towels should be put out?

Two per guest, a bath towel and a small one.

Should everything be washed after the visit?

Yes, everything that has been used.