Whether you're a frequent flier or you vacation once a year, feeling comfortable in a hotel room is just as important as it is at home. Traveling is a thrill but it can be stressful and can make you feel displaced, especially when visiting somewhere culturally different from your own. Your hotel room is your base of operations on a trip, and it can make or break your experience!
A note from founder, Laurine:
“I recently went on a trip where I had to check into different hotels. I don't know what caused it, but the last hotel room gave me a sad and gloomy feeling which affected me throughout my days there.
Now, I might be a bit more sensitive than other people, but the fact is that when we feel comfortable in our home/hotel room, we feel more positive emotions and difficult situations are easier to handle. After this last experience, I was reminded to bring my personal ‘interior travel kit’ next time!”
Here are some key items you can pack to make your hotel room feel like home:
1. Your favorite loungewear
We’re talking sweatpants, cozy sweaters, fluffy slippers, and eye masks - bring it all! After a long day of traveling or exploring, you can put on your favorite sweats and feel completely at home. You can even pack a small blanket if you have room - this is guaranteed to make your hotel room feel like home!
2. Your own pillow
Let’s be honest, hotel beds never feel the same as your own! Sure, it would probably be impractical to bring your entire bed (if only!). But we’re big believers in bringing your own pillow! Not only will you sleep better in your hotel room, but you also have a place to rest your head on the journey. No space to bring your pillow? Just pack your pillowcase - it’s not quite the same comfort-wise but it’s clean and smells of home! This is a good tip for allergy sufferers too.
“I remember one hotel where my pillow smelled like a strange
combination of "wet dog" and fabric softener.
Bringing your own pillowcase is not only for comfort but also for
a sense of familiarity and the smell of home!”
3. Meaningful photos
One of the hardest parts of traveling is missing your loved ones. So why not bring them with you - at least in spirit? Bring photos and masking tape so you can brighten your room with some of your favorite memories. Or you bring a foldable travel photo frame. This is especially great for a long stay - hotel rooms can feel ‘cold’ and generic. Photos will not only be a great reminder of your loved ones but also warm up your room.
Also read: How to make your home unique using accessories
4. Make your hotel room feel like home with lighting
Now, this might sound a bit mad. But we’re not necessarily talking about chandeliers here - if you’re staying in a hotel or Airbnb for a while, try bringing battery-powered fairy lights or a small battery-powered night light. The lighting in hotel rooms can be bright and unforgiving - a cozy low-light option can
make your hotel room feel like home.
“I remember that the bedroom of one of my apartments in Morocco
had white translucent light, which made the room feel like
a prison cell during the evening.
After being there for a while I decided to go to a hardware store
and buy a lightbulb that created a warmer light so I could have
a more cozy atmosphere in the room.”
Cake is a lifestyle brand offering unique homewares and accessories that celebrate culture and individuality.
Founder Laurine Brugman designs products that withstand trends and fads - creating timeless pieces that you’ll treasure forever.
We’re passionate about preserving traditional crafts and passing on a little bit of love with our hand-made items. All of our items are produced in limited runs to eliminate waste and ensure quality.