11 Unique Guest Bed Ideas for Small Spaces

Last Updated on Wednesday, January 3, 2024

If you need to have guests stay the night but don’t have much extra room to work with, these unique guest bed ideas for small spaces can help! This post covers everything from convertible futons and chairs to Murphy beds to floor mattresses so you can house extra overnight guests with ease, even if your space is limited.

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Guest bed ideas for small spaces

Hosting overnight guests can be a lot of fun, but if you don’t have a dedicated guest room, it can be difficult and even stressful to open up your home. Whether you’re having family over for the holidays or a kids’ sleepover, this list has something you can use to easily and comfortably accommodate extra guests.

You’ll also find great options here for multi-purpose rooms, such as an office/guest room or a studio apartment where you need to have a functional space during the day and a place to sleep at night. (FYI: this post was written by an actual human :))

This post is all about guest bed ideas for small spaces that will help you easily host overnight guests.

 

Unique Guest Bed Ideas for Small Spaces

 

 

CONVERTIBLE SOFAS/FUTONS

1. Convertible Futon Sofa Bed

Guest bed couch

 

This stylish and chic adjustable split-back sofa with fold-down backrests and fabric upholstery is perfect for anyone who doesn’t have the space for a formal guest room because it can be a modern and beautiful sofa by day and a bed by night. The angle of each seat can be adjusted individually and it assembles easily. See Amazon listing for the available colors and styles. Dimension: 77.5 X 33 X 28.3 Inches.

 

 

Guest bedroom furniture futon bed

 

If you’re looking for guest bed alternatives because you don’t have the space for an extra bed, this convertible futon sofa is a great option. Use it as a futon sofa during the day and convert it into a bed at night. It has a backrest that adjusts from 90-180° and armrests that can be adjusted from 135-180°. When utilized as a bed, the raised armrest can even be used as a pillow for sleep. 

 

Guest bed foldable kids sleeper

 

This is a great one if you’re looking for guest room ideas for your grandchildren or need an extra bed for kids’ sleepovers. It’s a flip-open children’s sofa that converts to a lounger/sleeper. The recommended age is 18 months and older and it can fit up to 3 small children or 2 older children. The included soft, removable slipcover is machine-washable for easy cleaning.  Sofa size: 30”W x 17”D x 15”H | Lounger size when flipped open: 30″W x 40″D x 12″H.

 

MURPHY BEDS

Guest bed cabinet Murphy bed

 

If you have a multipurpose room and need a bed that can be stored away compactly when not in use, this space-saving Murphy bed/wall bed is perfect. A really great feature is that it even has a small wardrobe and 3 drawers for extra storage.

Just pull on the handle and flip the support legs down to use it as a bed. After use, you can easily fold it into a beautiful cabinet, sheets, and all, saving valuable floor space during the day.  Overall Dimension: 94.9″L x 64.5″W x 83.1″H. Twin Bed Weight Capability: 1000 LBS. 

 

Small guest room office combo ideas murphy bed with desk and shelves

 

This Queen Murphy bed with desk and shelves has a multifunctional design that’s perfect for an office/guest room. When closed, it can resemble either a cabinet or a cabinet plus a desk, as the desk can be pulled out or put away. When you need to accommodate guests, just open the door to reveal the bed (mattress is not included).

 

 

Believe it or not, this compact solid hardwood cube cabinet actually houses an entire queen bed, including a 6-inch tri-fold gel memory foam queen mattress! There’s even enough room inside for pillows and sheets when the bed is closed

This piece is a great option if you’re looking for folding bed ideas for small rooms and would be perfect for a multi-purpose room where you would like to save valuable floor space during the day. Dimensions when closed: 36.6″ H, 64.1″ W, 26.4″ L.  Dimensions when open: 25.7″ H, 64.1″ W, 80.3″ L.

 

 

This beautiful accent chair easily converts to a chaise lounger or a bed, making it an ideal guest bed for small spaces. You can adjust this chair to 4 different positions, for extra comfort. When not in use as a bed, it can serve as stylish and functional seating in just about any room of the house. Dimensions (as a chair): 30.31”(W) x 35.43”(D) x 31.89”(H); Dimensions (as a bed): 74.8”(L) x 30.31”(W) x 10.63”(H).

 

 

Multi-functional furniture like this convertible sleeper chair/ottoman is perfect if you need guest room ideas for small spaces. It easily converts into 5 different forms, including an ottoman, a sofa/chair, a lounger, a sleep chair & bed. This makes it useful for foot support, sitting, reclining, and sleeping. The backrest adjusts to 6 different levels from 90-180°. Another great thing about it is that it does not require any assembly.

 

9. CordaRoy’s Convertible Chair Bed

Spare bed ideas convertible chair bed

 

If you love Shark Tank as much as I do, you may have seen this convertible chair that turns into a full-sized bed!  All you have to do is remove the cover and flip the inner cushion to turn it into a bed, then fold and slide it back into the cover to turn it into a chair.

You can easily clean the soft microfiber cover by throwing it in the washer and dryer. If you’re looking for spare bed ideas for small spaces, this is definitely a cool one.

 

FLOOR BEDS

10. Bohemian Foldable Floor Mattress 

Temporary beds for guests folding mattress

 

This foldable Japanese floor mattress is a convenient option if you’re looking for folding bed ideas. You can easily fold and store it away neatly when not in use and it takes up little space. It weighs only 11 pounds and is equipped with straps and a storage bag for easy transport and storage. You can also remove the mattress cover for easy washing. See the Amazon listing for available patterns and sizes.

 

If you’re looking for the best portable guest bed, this tri-fold 4-inch folding mattress is a great option.  When not in use, just fold it and store it compactly in the included carrying case. It’s also great for gaming, reading, and camping. The cover is machine washable and it has a waterproof lining (CertiPUR-US Certified).

 

I hope you found something you love in this post about guest bed ideas for small spaces!

 

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