Strike A Balance

Blog Layout

Strike A Balance

Add warmth and style to your short term rental bathroom to increase your bookings

For short term rental hosts, bathrooms can be tricky. Bathrooms are made up of mostly hard surfaces— and for good reason. Tile, marble, glass, mirrors, and metals are water-resistant and easy to disinfect— necessities in any bathroom. But when it comes to creating an environment that says “stay awhile” these unforgiving textures can come off as a bit cold. Particularly in your listing photos, a bathroom can appear flat and boring— and make your potential guest click away.

In order to make your bathroom more inviting— both in person and in your photographs— try increasing the cozy factor. Here are a few ways to strike the proper balance between form and function in your short term rental bathroom.

Add Texture

Warm up all those cold surfaces with some elements that appeal to the senses. Add a stack or two of clean, fluffy, bright white towels— always a crowd-pleaser. Even better, stack them in a worn woven basket on the floor or the counter. Hang a crisp white robe from a hook by the door. Tuck a plant with shiny green leaves into a corner nook. Fill some glass apothecary jars with stones. You get the idea.

The trick here is to add items that bring warmth and texture to the bathroom— but don’t overcrowd it or make it appear cluttered. It’s a fine line.

Hang Artwork

Artwork in a bathroom is often overlooked. But hanging a few tasteful paintings or a framed mirror in a bathroom can elevate the whole vibe to a place that invokes relaxation. Make sure that the artwork is humidity-proof, of course.

Decorate with Wood

If your bathroom is tiled top to bottom, consider adding some natural wood to restore a bit of balance. If you’re up for a small re-model, a wood tone vanity base can add immediate warmth. But adding small bits of wood items— like a stool, a framed mirror, or a wood vase— can go a long way, too.

Light It Up

This has been said over and over, but lighting is your short term rental’s MVP. Particularly in a small space like a bathroom, lighting can take a space from so-so to spectacular. In the bathroom, an elegant chandelier over the tub can add an instant luxurious feel. If your ceilings aren’t high enough, add recessed lighting on dimmer switches. Invest some money in your lighting design— it goes a long way to improving your space.

Add Candles

You might think that adding fire seems like an obvious choice for adding warmth to space— and you’re right! For your short term rental listing photos, add a lighted candle or two in the bathroom to add an immediate sense of welcoming and coziness.

Make your bathroom work for you

The bathroom in your short term rental has two jobs. The first job is to appeal to potential guests by looking stunning and inviting in your listing photographs. The second job is to actually be stunning and inviting once your guests arrive— and make them feel comfortable and pampered.

Invest time and a bit of your budget in creating a clean, sparkling bathroom space that is also warm and welcoming. Your guests— and your bottom line— will thank you.