If you’re wondering how to create a hotel-style bedroom at home, the secret is building beautiful layers and adding elegant details, such as Egyptian cotton bedding, balanced lighting and a gorgeous signature scent.
Introduce some neatly stacked pillows, a flawlessly fitted sheet and a spa-style bathrobe and the space says “suite” rather than “spare room.” Here are seven simple ideas show you exactly how to get there.
1. Start with premium white bedding - your hotel foundation
Hotels choose immaculate white because it signals freshness and lets textures do the talking. Dress the bed in smooth, long-staple Egyptian cotton sateen for that cool, silky feel and refined finish.
Keep pattern to a minimum and use a lightly textured throw or subtle piping to add interest.
2. Master the hotel pillow stack
Build height and comfort, with two supportive pillows to sleep on, two loftier ones for lift, then a pair of cushions to finish. Arrange them symmetrically so the bed looks composed at a glance.
Plain pillowcases with clean piping sharpen the silhouette and frame the headboard beautifully.
3. Get the fitted sheet flawless
Nothing breaks the illusion like a baggy sheet. Choose extra-deep fitted sheets so the surface sits taut day and night, even over toppers. Hampton and Astley’s deeper cut makes it easy to achieve that smooth, crease-light look every time you make the bed.
4. Pick the right duvet weight
Aim for cloud-light loft without heaviness, so a medium or all-season duvet works year-round for most homes. Give it a morning shake to keep it plump and turn down the top edge 20–30 cm over the pillows. It’s a small, hotel-style ritual that cues unwind time.
5. Layer warm lighting
Swap harsh overheads for a trio of light sources: bedside lamps for glow, a floor or picture light for ambience and a focused reader if needed. Choose warm bulbs and add dimmers for that cocooned, after-dusk mood. Keep both sides of the bed evenly lit for a calm and tailored feel.
6. Add a signature scent
Great hotels use fragrance to define the experience. A softly scented candle or discreet diffuser with a clean, fresh aroma (such as citrus, linen or cotton flower) adds a relaxed vibe without overpowering.
7. Finish with tactile touches
Lay some neatly stacked plush towels or a lightweight throw at the foot of the bed for that “prepared for you” moment. Add a small tray with a carafe of water and a stem of greenery, and keep a spa-style bathrobe on a hook within reach. A few quiet luxuries signal comfort without clutter.
Quick checklist
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White Egyptian cotton sateen duvet cover + two sets of pillowcases
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Extra-deep fitted sheet
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Medium/all-season duvet, shaken daily
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Two bedside lamps on dimmers
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One candle or diffuser in a clean, calming scent
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Plush towels folded at bed foot + spa-style bathrobe on hook
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Bedside tray with carafe, flowers, tidy cords
FAQs: How to create a hotel-style bedroom at home
What colour bedding looks most like a hotel?
Classic white reads clean and elevated. Layer textures with cushions and a light throw, rather than adding bold patterns.
How many pillows do hotels use on a bed?
Typically four sleeping pillows plus one or two cushions for height and finish on a double/king.
What sheet depth do I need for a hotel-smooth fit?
Choose extra-deep fitted sheets (to cover mattress + topper) with all-round elastic for a taut surface.
Which duvet weight feels like a five-star hotel?
A medium or all-season duvet gives presence without heaviness in most climates.
How do I get hotel lighting at home?
Use three layers: matching bedside lamps, an ambient source (floor/picture light) and warm, dimmable bulbs.
