There’s nothing better than hearing your best friend(s) will visit—late-night conversations, nostalgic photos, all-time favorite snacks, and the kind of comfort that only lifelong friends bring. But when it comes to actually accommodating your special guest, things can become a little less comfortable —especially if your floor space is limited to provide a guest bedroom. If your idea of a guest bed involves an air mattress or a pull out couch, it might be time for a smarter solution.
At Lori Beds, our mission is to bring families together and that definitely includes all of your favorite “found families”. This is where a Murphy bed comes in —a space-saving upgrade that instantly transforms any room into a stylish, guest-ready haven. Whether you live in a small studio or simply want to turn your home office into a multipurpose area, a Murphy bed guest room makes hosting your best friend effortless—and a whole lot cozier than they expect
Murphy Bed: A Guest Room Game-Changing Furniture
A Murphy bed, known to some as a wall bed or a folded-up bed, is a piece of furniture that instantly turns any space into a sleepover suite—no need for a dedicated spare bedroom for guests. It can be folded up and stored flat against the wall when not in use, which is pretty convenient especially if there’s a sudden guest. With the addition of a few features like shelves or a desk, it can also be utilized as a storage unit or an organization rack.
The Lori Bed Home Office Murphy Bed or the Lori Bed with Shelves are two versions of the Lori Bed that adds more versatility to your guest space. The former gives you the option to have a table and work from home with ease, while the latter saves you from purchasing a separate shelf for small home decors that will take up more space.
The best part? You don’t have to remove anything from the shelves or desk to lower the bed with our stay-level shelving mechanism and reliable mattress support system.
Why Your Best Friend Will Love Your Murphy Bed
Let’s be honest—you’re no longer kids. And while your best friend visiting feels like those sleepovers you had when you were younger, you have both outgrown sleeping on lumpy pull out sofas or a half deflated air mattress.
A Murphy bed offers your friend for life an additional square footage, a temporary space of their own, and the comfort of sleeping on a premium mattress while still giving you as the owner of the house the flexibility of having a convertible space. It’s there when they need it, and you’re free to use the space any other way when they leave.
Plus—your BFF might even want one of their own by the time they leave. Effortlessly pulling down Murphy bed feels like revealing a secret surprise. They might realize it’s a great solution if their home that has small square footage.
More Than Just a Spare Bedroom for Your Best Friend
A Murphy bed’s purpose is not just solely for hosting guests—it’s the best solution for lack of space in your home. It’s perfect for transforming any type of room into a multifaceted area for your convenience. It can instantly turn a guestroom into a home office, gym, leisure room, or a hobby space when not in use, or utilize space in a small apartment or studio.
Many Murphy beds, like the Lori Bed, also come with add-ons like desks, shelves, or storage, making them even more versatile pieces of furniture. Hosting a guest is just one out of many ways to put yours to good use.
Additional Tips to Make Your Best Friend Feel at Home
Hosting does not end with providing the perfect bed. There are a few other things you can do to make your ride or die feel extra special whenever they visit:
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Make the bed with fresh linens, plump pillows and a cozy comforter. Pro Tip: Spritz bedding with an organic linen spray that will have them snoozing off in no time.
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Put a welcome basket filled with their favorite snacks, drinks, and charging cables. Include a note for sentimental purposes–or perhaps a previously unseen throwback photo of you two together as a joke.
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Plan a movie night for some classic best friend bonding—though you know you’ll both end up talking through it anyway.
For Sleepovers That Feel Like Home
Hosting your best friend should be fun, relaxing, and memorable—and one way to do that is to make sure they have a cozy space to stay. A Murphy bed gives them the comfort of a real bed—without a hassle on your part.
Whether you're hosting for a night or a full weekend, a Murphy bed is the upgrade your home—and your best friend—deserves. More bonding, less complaints from that one person or people that you consider part of the family.
Get one now from Lori Beds!
