CREATING YOUR OWN TURN DOWN SERVICE

Turndown service is one of the best parts of traveling and staying in a nice hotel. Luckily, this service is not exclusive to hotels and can become a regular part of your nighttime routine. The art of the turndown service is one based on relaxation and over-the-top indulgence — treating yourself to little luxuries as you end your day can easily be implemented with a few extra steps.

Turn down your bed

Probably one of the most important parts of turn-down service is turning down your bed. Remove any decorative pillows that are not used during sleeping, take the top of your duvet and top sheet, and fold them down. Fluff up your pillows, and add a cozy blanket if you would like.

Add a fragrance

This can be done in multiple ways. Use linen mists for your pillow and sheets, light a relaxing candle, burn a stick of palo santo or incense, or using use an essential oil diffuser. Whatever makes the space more pleasant and relaxing to you.

Get a glass of water

It’s safe to say that getting up in the middle of the night to get water is beyond annoying. Get your water ready ahead of time so you don’t forget and it is in arms reach. If you are feeling extra fancy use a carafe for your bedside water.

Get a book

Get your nightly reading ready for you when you slide into bed. If you don’t read put a little notebook there with a pen if your journal or get your favorite nighttime TV show ready to go.

Tidy up

When attempting to relax you won’t want clutter around you before bedtime. Follow the five-minute rule and tidy up as much as you can for five minutes.

Mood lighting

Set the scene for your relaxing night by dimming the lighting. Turn on a bedside lamp and turn off the overhead lighting. Turn on any other lights that will help create a calming environment.

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Soothing sounds

If you are someone who enjoys background sounds while relaxing or sleeping, turn on some calming music or sounds as you get ready for bed.

Cozy clothes

Slip into your coziest clothes while you unwind. Whether that be a favorite robe, pajamas, and fuzzy socks, your goal is to be as comfortable as possible and the choice is yours.

Fun drink

Who says that fun drinks are only for the daytime? Take the time to make yourself a tasty beverage such as a cup of tea, hot chocolate, flavored water, sleepy mocktail, or even a glass of wine if that’s your vibe.

Little treat

An essential part of turn-down service is treating yourself to a little treat before bed. Set aside a little bit of chocolate, a cookie, or some fruit for you to enjoy while you unwind from the day.

Before you finish set your alarm for the next day and plug in your phone somewhere ideally away from your bed. Not only will you sleep better and feel calmer, but you also will not fall into the dreaded cycle of scrolling social media before bed. After you complete your personalized pre-bed routine, leave the room for a while until you are completely ready to go to bed. Doing so will leave you feeling luxurious and feel as if someone else prepared your sleepy oasis for you.

Enhancing your pre-bedtime routine can only result in positive changes. Perform this service for yourself because you deserve it, especially at the end of the day. You can mix and match, add additional things, and of course, customize it to your needs and desires.