How to create a hotel feeling

Whether you choose single or double-layered curtains, a hotel feel is almost always associated with a lot of fabric – both in height and width. What we often think of when we hear "hotel curtains" is precisely double curtains in two layers. In many hotel rooms, a thin, sheer curtain that lets in daylight but provides privacy is combined with an outer, denser curtain that can darken the room when needed. This way, you can control how much light you want to let in.

However, you don't have to have two different curtains to create a hotel feel. Even single-layered curtains can give a luxurious effect if you let them take up space – preferably from wall to wall and from floor to ceiling – so that the curtains can really be the focal point.

You can actually create a hotel feel with many different types of curtains – it's more about the overall impression than a specific fabric. If you choose double curtains, the outermost layer doesn't need to be blackout if you don't need it; instead, you can opt for, for example, a decorative linen curtain or a soft velvet curtain for a cozier look.

If you're covering a wider window section with one single fabric, a sheer fabric is often preferable, as you'll still get daylight even when the curtains are drawn. Sheer curtains come in several different materials and textures – from completely smooth to more textured – so you can choose what suits your style. White curtains are still a popular choice, closely followed by light natural tones, but more and more people are also daring to add more color to their curtain arrangement to enhance the hotel feel.

Curtains that run from floor to ceiling are one of the clearest hallmarks of hotel-style decor. Therefore, a ceiling-mounted curtain track is a popular choice when aiming for a hotel feel, especially a double-track system that makes it easy to hang curtains in two layers for a luxurious, cozy look. A curtain track also makes it easy to open and close the curtains smoothly, thanks to the gliders on the track.

However, you don't necessarily need a ceiling-mounted solution to achieve the same look. Even a wall-mounted curtain track or curtain rod placed as high as possible will create a beautiful drape and the illusion of higher ceilings and more spaciousness – a key to the hotel feel.

The most important thing is that the curtains have the correct measurements. For the curtains to hang freely and have a beautiful, natural drape, we recommend that they end just above the floor. If you want to know how to measure for the correct length, you can read more in our measurement guide.

Well-thought-out hanging is one of the most important details when you want to create a hotel feel with your curtains. By choosing the right hanging and curtain hooks, you can give the curtain different expressions – from soft waves to more pronounced pleats – while still maintaining the same luxurious feel.

Remember to choose curtain hooks before ordering the width of the curtains, as different hooks use different amounts of fabric and thus affect how wide the curtain appears. For a beautiful hotel feel and an overall impression that feels well-thought-out and stylish, it is important to be careful with the hanging and place the hooks evenly, regardless of the type you use. A lot of fabric gives a full and cozy impression, but it is the small details – such as the placement of the curtain hooks and how the pleats or waves fall – that give the final touch to a perfect end result.

If you want to learn exactly how to insert the curtain hooks for the best result, you can read our hook guide.

When we talk about a hotel feel in curtains, many people immediately think of wave curtains, or so-called hotel waves – curtains with soft, flowing pleats. This type of hanging creates a beautiful and harmonious look and is just as suitable for single-layer curtains as for double layers for an extra hotel feel. The wave hanging works best with wide curtain panels, as the pleats take up some space and use a lot of fabric. With the correct distance between the curtain hooks, you get even, beautiful waves that enhance the hotel feel and provide an extra meticulous end result.

With so-called pleat tape hooks, the beautiful wave shape on the curtain is created. If you also choose gliders on a cord – a clever accessory that locks the waves in place and maintains an even distance – it will be easier to maintain the curtain's shape when you draw the curtain back and forth. If you want to learn exactly how to use pleat tape hooks and create beautiful hotel waves step-by-step, you can read our hanging guide.