Focus on the guest's actual experience

It's easy to focus on decor when preparing for guests, but comfort basics — a clear place to put luggage, extra blankets, accessible outlets for charging devices — tend to matter more to a guest's experience.

Do a walkthrough as if you were the guest

Walking through the guest space and bathroom as if seeing it for the first time often reveals small gaps — no trash can in the guest room, no extra towels visible — that are easy to miss otherwise.

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