How to transform your bedroom into a five-star escape

Tight budgets, wet weather and illness mean we sometimes have to put holiday plans on hold and spending more time at home.

If you've had to cancel a special night away, or just need something to make your space feel extra luxe, even just for a little bit, here's a tip: turn your room into a hotel.

With just a few simple tips and tricks you can make your bedroom feel like a five-star escape, without the five-star price tag.

Hotel standard bed

One of the first things you notice when you walk into a hotel room is the bed. Of course it's made perfectly — think about those perfectly tucked in sheets that are impossible to rip out.

A quick search on YouTube will give you a tutorial on how to make your bed to five-star housekeeping standards, tucked-in sheets and all.

Don't forget you need to actually style the bed too. You'll need a few extra pillows purely for decoration, a row of big fluffy European pillows work well as a makeshift headboard if you don't have one. For added luxury layer a throw or two across the end of the bed.

If you're going to splash out on new sheets there are several options out there. For lightweight breathable linen try Australian brand Bed Threads, or you could splurge on a 1000tc Hotel Luxury Sheet Set from Sheridan.

Set the mood with scent

Hotel rooms just smell good. Whether it's a fancy diffuser, a candle in a corner of the room or a luxury room spray, creating a feeling through smell is another key.

If you've got the cash for it, splash out on something like a nice candle or diffuser. For the very top end of luxury, go for a Diptyque candle or Jo Malone London diffuser. But if you don't have that much to spend why not try something from Grace and James — an Aussie company that makes their candles in Melbourne.

Aside from setting the mood in the room, you want to be creating a space to relax and unwind. Think about popping a pillow spray on the bedside table as the kind of luxury touch you need.

Dress for the occasion

Let's be real here, no matter who you are or how many times you've been to a hotel, there's always a thrill that comes with being able to slip into a bathrobe and slippers as soon as you arrive.

Don't let the fact that you're in your bedroom spoil the experience. Now is the time to treat yourself to a new robe, or slippers, or both and get ready to pop a bottle.

When the weather is warm, a lightweight robe like this one from Homebodii is a good choice. But if you want the full plush hotel experience, and to stay cosy this winter, a thick robe like the the Pottery Barn Waffle-Weave Resort Robe. The best thing about having your own robe is you don't have to give it back.

Don't forget your slippers too for the whole experience. These ones from Aussie brand Kip & Co come in a range of colours and they're a huge step up from your standard hotel slippers.

Order room service

What's a hotel stay without a bit of room service? Stock up on your favourite antipasto bits, cheese, crackers and snacks and make your own platter to enjoy with a nice glass of something special. Instagram has plenty of inspiration for styling a cheese board if you need some ideas or tips for putting one together.

Treat yourself to a dinner — delivered of course — and for the full five-star experience don't forget dessert.

Splurge on breakfast too the next morning — you deserve it — and remember to stock the mini bar.

If you want to up the luxury factor and stick to a budget, you can also give your bathroom a day spa makeover for under $50.