Logeerkamer

Logeerkamer is a Dutch term that refers to a room in a residence intended for accommodating guests. The name combines logeren, meaning to stay overnight, with kamer, meaning room. The term historically described a space prepared for visitors and used for sleeping or entertaining guests.

In traditional Dutch and Flemish houses, the logeerkamer was part of the standard domestic layout. It could function as the dedicated space for visiting friends or relatives and, when needed, serve as the principal sleeping room for overnight guests. In inns and boarding houses, a logeerkamer described a private room reserved for guests.

Design and furnishings of a logeerkamer typically included a bed, storage such as a wardrobe and a chest of drawers, and seating. In older homes the room might be modest and simply furnished; in modern houses it is often used as a dedicated guest bedroom and may include a sofa bed or fold-out bed to accommodate varying needs.

Contemporary usage varies by region and house type. The term is more commonly found in historical descriptions, architectural guides, or real estate listings that emphasize authentic guest accommodation. In everyday language, speakers may refer to a gastenkamer or simply a guest room, especially in modern housing where a separate logeerkamer is less common.