6 creative ways to make a guest room when you don't really have space for one

Having a tiny home can be a great excuse for not having to accommodate overnight guests you're not very fond of, but it doesn't mean you can't make room for your favorite people if and when you really want to!
Try out one or two of these clever space savers, and welcome your guests with a space that feels like their own. You might just find a piece of furniture that you love even when you don't have company over!
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1. Enclose a day bed with curtains
This cozy little nook from Remodelaholic is the perfect way to give your guests a bit of privacy no matter how small your space. The bed can be used as a reading nook or a sofa when you don't have company, and the extra drawers underneath give you a ton of useful storage.
2. An extremely useful storage ottoman
If you host guests fairly regularly, it's worth getting a storage ottoman to hold all the blankets, pillows, and towels they'll be using. Having everything in one place makes setting up a breeze! As a bonus, the ottoman can be used to hold your guests' belongings once it's been emptied of the linens. Learn how to make this one from Live Laugh Rowe.
3. Folding luggage racks
The worst part of having guests can be their things strewn all over your home, but there's no other choice unless you provide them with somewhere to keep their stuff! These clever little folding luggage racks from the DIY Network give your guests a place to rest their bags, and they can easily be folded up and tucked away when the company leaves.
4. An ottoman that folds into a bed
This piece from Solutions is a great way to hide a guest bed in plain sight! It functions as a foot rest, a stool, or even a coffee table by day, and at night it easily unfolds into a comfy bed.
5. Bed in a cupboard
This cute little bed seen on Apartment Therapy might be a bit reminiscent of Harry Potter, but it's still delightfully cozy! It doesn't take up much more space than a traditional murphy bed, but it gives your guests a whole lot more privacy. Plus, you can take advantage of the built-in drawers underneath and there's nothing to stop you from lining the inside walls with storage shelves!
6. Use a simple chair as a nightstand
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Few things are more convenient than a bedside table where guests can leave their phones and a glass of water, but you probably don't have a spare nightstand kicking around your house. Here, Tricia Foley shows us a genius idea: simply use a chair! Set it up with a carafe of water and maybe some fresh flowers, and your guests will probably admire your carefree decorating style.
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