Lucy Scott – Senior Editorial Manager
The hosting essentials for overnight visitors
Here’s how to give your guests a good night’s sleep, all year around.
1. The Mattress
Look for a style made from wool; it’ll help regulate your guests’ temperature while they sleep. Waitrose Wool Mattress, £899
2. The Mattress Topper
You can use a wool topper all year round: it’s breathable, comfortable and helps keep your mattress fresh. John Lewis Fleece Topper, from £85
3. The Duvet
It’s best to change this based on the season; use a 4.5 tog when it’s hot, and a 13.5 tog when it’s really freezing. John Lewis Synthetic Soft Touch Washable Duvet, from £32
4. The Sheets
400 thread count sheets offer pretty-much-perfect softness. Ours come in a range of colours and are machine washable. John Lewis Egyptian Cotton 400 Thread Bedding, from £18
5. The Duvet Cover
We love a ticking stripe: this one comes on a washed cotton for texture and warmth. John Lewis Cavendish Stripe Duvet Cover, from £70
6. The Sofa Bed
Even more guests? Our chenille-upholstered sofa bed comes with a pocket-sprung mattress for next-level comfort. John Lewis Hush Sofa Bed, £649
7. Towels
Egyptian cotton really does make a difference with towels: it’ll improve their absorbency, durability and softness. John Lewis Egyptian Cotton Bath Towels, from £20
8. The Lamp
This Scandi-inspired, fully rechargeable lamp is dimmable with just a tap, so guests can make a space feel like their own. John Lewis Mushroom Rechargeable Table Lamp, £70
9. The Cushion
Consider finishing touches. This large cushion combines bouclé with velvet and an updated take on a block stripe. John Lewis Oblique Stripe Cushion, £50
10. Accessories
Every one of our marble bathroom accessories was handcrafted by expert artisans in the Indian city of Agra. Pair this piece with the matching tumbler and soap dish. John Lewis Marble Soap Dispenser, £25
