How To Make an Airbnb Bed Like a Hotel

Ever notice how hotel beds are always perfectly made. How do you make a bed for Airbnb? With the steps below, you will not only make your Airbnb beds faster but your guests will feel like they are staying in a hotel. Happy hosting!

How Do You Make An Airbnb Bed Like A Hotel?

Step #1 – Place Your Airbnb Mattress Pad First

Mattress pads are very important. They not only protect the mattress from spills or accidents but also helps make the mattress softer. Furthermore, if you purchase an extra firm mattress and use a mattress pad to soften it up, you will lengthen the lifespan of the mattress.

After you have cleared the bed from pillows, top layers, and staging pillows, etc. Place the pad on the mattress and tuck the elastic corners around the mattress edges. Pull the corners tight for fewer wrinkles and creases.

Step #2 – Place The Fitted Sheet

This will be the exact same process as the mattress pad. The bed should already be cleared. Place the fitted sheet over the mattress pad on the mattress and tuck the elastic corners around the mattress edges.

Lift the mattress and tuck the elastic corners under it. Again pull the corners tighter if the fitted sheet is wrinkled or creased.

Step #3 – Put The Top Sheet On

Use the umbrella method. Take the two full-length corners of the top sheet and fan it over the fitted sheet.

The side with the large hem goes at the top of the Airbnb bed. Align the hem at the mattress top edge. With patterned sheets, the design should face down so guests can see it when folded over.

Remember to make sure the top sheet is properly sized and spread evenly on all three sides. Fold the top sheet into “hospital corners”. This is the most difficult part of making a bed but resembles the bed making procedure in a hotel.

How To Make A Hospital Corner:

• Tuck the top sheet at the foot of the bed between the mattress and the box springs. Make sure it’s wrinkle-free by tucking it tightly.
• On one side of the bed, grab the corner of the top sheet. Pull it upward and fold this section of the sheet over the top of the mattress. Make sure it forms a 45-degree angle going upwards.
• Still holding the folded piece of sheet, tuck the loose ends under the mattress and box springs.
• Next, let the folded piece of sheet laying on top of the mattress dropdown. At this point, you can choose to tuck the piece of the sheet at a 45 degree or 90-degree angle under the mattress and box springs.
• Repeat this process on the opposite side of the bed and you are done.

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Step #4 – Choose A Top Layer

Whether you choose a duvet, comforter or blanket is your choice. With whatever you choose, lay all edges evenly over the mattress. Depending on your Airbnb location will determine what you need to provide as a top layer.

Step #5 – Fold The Top Sheet Over Your Top Layer

This will present a neat, clean look for your guests. Take the edge of your top sheet at the head of the bed and fold it back over the top layer.

Next, tuck the folded top sheet and top layer under the sides of the mattress for a nicely fitted bed. Our favorite trick is to purchase a top sheet that is a different color or pattern both sides. This way when you fold it back over the top layer the look is amazing.

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Step #6 – Spice Up The Pillows

After every two Airbnb guests make sure you fluff up your pillow. You do this by grabbing both sides of a pillow and squeeze together. The goal is to breathe air into the pillow giving them a thickened look and feel.

Another alternative is to throw wool dryer balls in the dryer with your pillows. Make sure the dryer is on the lowest heat settings possible.

Smooth out the pillowcase and lay them upright between the top cover and head of the bed. We recommend at least two pillows per guest. If you have more than two pillows, stack the extras on the bed directly in front of each other.

Step #7 – Additional Touches

Showcasing your Airbnb bed is ideal, especially within your bedroom pictures. To finish it off, add a staging pillow and place it upright in front of your sleeping pillows at the head of your bed.

Folding a decorative or throw blanket at the base of the bed is great for colder climates. It looks nice and adds a welcoming touch.

Final Thoughts

How you make your Airbnb bed is the most judged part of your bedroom. Heck, it brings the whole room together and is where your guests spend most of their time (even if it’s sleeping). With the steps we provided and a bit of detail you will have a perfect Airbnb bed that is ready for listing pictures and guest approval.