Having extended family or old friends over to stay is a wonderful occasion. However, hosts are often left scratching their heads when it comes to sleeping arrangements. 'We have enough rooms, but not enough beds,' is the most common complaint, especially during the holiday season or Eid in Yogyakarta.

Do you need to buy a new mattress every time you have guests? Of course not. Here is a guide to choosing a smart extra bed solution so your guests can sleep soundly without cluttering your home with piles of spare mattresses.

1. Match the Size to the Room

Before looking for a mattress, measure the available space in your bedroom or living room.

Single Mattress (90/100x200 cm): The safest option to place alongside the main bed or in a corner of the room. Perfect for one adult or a young child.
Double Mattress (160x200 cm): If you have a reasonably spacious living room, a double mattress is more practical if your guests are a couple.

2. Pay Attention to Mattress Thickness

Don't let your guests wake up with a sore back. Many cheap "roll-up mattresses" on the market are extremely thin (under 5-8 cm). For hotel-standard comfort, make sure you provide a mattress with a minimum thickness of 15 cm. The high-density foam mattresses at Santi Living are specially designed to offer good back support, even when used directly on the floor.

3. Prioritise Cleanliness (Hygiene)

Spare mattresses stored in the cupboard or loft for a long time often become dusty, damp, or musty. Your guests deserve a clean bed. If you don't have time to clean your spare mattress, a daily mattress rental service in Jogja is the best option. You get a unit that has been sanitised, smells fresh, and comes complete with clean bed sheets. (See also: Extra Bed Services for Hotel & Guesthouse Guests).

4. The Benefits of Renting vs Buying

Buying a new mattress for just 2-3 days of use a year is a waste of money.

Buying: Costs upwards of IDR 1,500,000, requires permanent storage space, and the mattress can get damaged or mouldy if rarely used.
Renting: Rates start from IDR 25,000/day, no storage needed (collected immediately after your guests leave), and maintenance is included in the cost.

5. Complete with a Bedding Pack

A comfortable night's sleep is not just about the mattress, but also soft pillows and sheets. Look for a service provider that offers a complete package. At Santi Living, every mattress rental comes with premium pillows and bed sheets. You won't need to rummage through your cupboards looking for extra pillows that might have gone flat.

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing an Extra Bed for Overnight Guests

1. Match the Size to the Room

2. Pay Attention to Mattress Thickness

3. Prioritise Cleanliness (Hygiene)

4. The Benefits of Renting vs Buying

5. Complete with a Bedding Pack

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