I've Just Discovered the 'Entryway Bed' — A Double-Duty Daybed That's Perfect for Small-Space Dwellers Who Still Want to Host Stylishly

Living in a smaller space doesn't mean you can't have it all — it just means you need to find furniture that can do it all, like these pieces

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The holiday season is beloved for many reasons. Of course, there's the delicious food, endless parties, and hopes of receiving the perfect present, but above all, it's about spending time with the ones we love. But having your family all in one place can be both special and stressful — especially if they're planning to sleep over. Putting them on a paper-thin mattress on the living room floor isn't the best option, but for some it's the only one. Until now: I've just discovered the 'entryway bed', and I think it's the hosting solution we've all been looking for.

The modern upholstered chaise lounger from Wayfair is narrow enough to fit in your entryway hallway (but would equally work in a larger living room or study), and comes complete with pillows and a built-in mattress. Use it as extra seating by day, and quickly transition it to a comfortable single-sized bed at night by adding sheets.

There are still some home deals floating around, and if I were you, I'd be making the most of them — this lounger is currently 20% off. It's streamlined design means it doesn't take up too much space (perfect for those who don't want to invest in a more modern daybed that takes up half the room), and it still looks good in your space.

The range of neutral tones offered mean this piece would look great against most color schemes, while the simple design would fit in with any aesthetic. I particularly love how the rounded bolster cushions offset the piece's clean, straight lines, making for a more balance and nuanced look.

The plush pillows and cushions included not only elevate the visual appeal of this seating, but also supply supreme comfort, meaning no mattress is required when converting this piece into a spare bed. It couldn’t be easier to transform from a simple chaise lounge to a cozy spare bed — last-minute hosting doesn’t get much better than this.

And, if that one is not your style, Wayfair have plenty more affordable options to choose from. Here are some more of our other top picks.

Maya Glantz
Trainee writer

Maya is a freelance writer and Magazine Journalism master's student at City, University of London. Her undergraduate degree in History of Art at the University of Bristol helped form her interest in interior design and architecture. Maya is a lover of curved arches, green kitchens, and all things mid-century modern and can often be found scouring the web for vintage finds.