Thank you notes are a polite and thoughtful way to show your appreciation for a friend or family member’s hospitality. If you’re not sure what to say in your note, here are some sample messages that you can customize to fit your needs. Whether you stayed with them for a few nights or they invited you over for dinner, these messages will let them know how much you appreciate their kindness. Thank you again for your hospitality!
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#1 I can’t think of anything that would have made my stay better than it already was. You are terrific hosts who thought of absolutely everything to ensure that guests are comfortable during their time with you. I enjoyed every moment here and hope to return soon.
#2 Your house is so lovely! My stay was more comfortable than I could have imagined. You are both so kind and generous. Thank you for hosting me during my time in town.
#3 Thank you so much for showing me around your beautiful property! It was a pleasure to meet your family, explore the lakefront, and chat over tea. All of the comforts here made my visit extra special.
#4 What a wonderful experience it has been staying with you! Your home truly feels like a vacation palace, and every detail demonstrates how much love and care went into its creation. Thank you for sharing it with those who travel near and far to spend some time here.
#5 I loved every second of staying at your place! Everything from the decor to the kind hospitality has been wonderful and I would definitely stay here again. Thank you for everything!
#6 Your house is amazing! What a great opportunity to meet your family and spend some time together. It was such a pleasure to stay with you, and thank you for making me feel like part of your family during my visit.
#7 Thank you so much for opening up your home to me. You were both so accommodating and friendly throughout the entire process, which made staying here an absolute delight. I wish that we could have spent more time together because I feel as if I’ve just met two new friends after all this time!
#8 The time I spent in your home was nothing short of perfect! The food was delicious, the room clean and comfortable, and your hospitality so genuine. Thank you for doing everything in your power to help me have a wonderful time here!
#9 The food was lovely, the room clean and spacious, and your company delightful. It was nice getting to know you better during my stay. Keep being awesome!
#10 I thoroughly enjoyed staying with you during my visit in town. Your home is serenely beautiful, spotlessly maintained, well-decorated, and filled with all sorts of interesting books to read. I’m very grateful for the opportunity!
#11 Your house is gorgeous! I loved hearing about its history from you both — it made my stay feel much more special. Thank you also for the delicious breakfast each morning – it really hit the spot!
#12 Your place was stunning, and it is truly a gift that you open all this up to guests. I loved hearing about its history from both of you – it truly makes one’s stay feel more special when he or she knows such interesting stories about where they are staying. Thank you also for the delicious breakfast each morning; it really hit the spot!
#13 I had a fantastic time here in your home, I couldn’t have chosen better hosts! When I’m next in town we absolutely must get together again and swap travel stories… until then take care and thanks again for everything!
#14 Thank you so much for letting me spend my extra days with you guys. You two made my trip back home and relaxing, which at times can be very difficult. You didn’t only provide the place to stay, but also gave me time together to discuss important things in life.
#15 The experience was wonderful! You could not have done anything more to make my stay better. Your friendliness and generosity will be remembered long after the visit is over. Thank you for everything.
#16 I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed myself in your home. It gave me a feeling of serenity and comfort from beginning to end. You went out of your way to make sure that my every need was met, both before and during my stay with you. I am forever grateful for all your efforts.
#17 Thank you very much for letting me spend time in your lovely house! The atmosphere perfectly suited the serene setting where it stood, nestled among mature trees that cast shadows onto the winding streets near the water’s edge. I will always remember the positive experience I had here.
#18 Your house was such a friendly and welcoming place that I felt at home from the moment I walked in. This feeling not only could have been created, but must have been cultivated over a long time with much effort and consideration to detail. It was apparent how much you value hospitality and your commitment to ensuring that every need was met far exceeded my expectations. Thank you very much for making me feel so welcome!
#19 This has been an absolutely wonderful stay! Your level of service was impeccable from start to finish, demonstrating incomparable kindness at all points along the way. My heartfelt thanks go out to you for everything positive about this visit as well as those elements which surpasses any expectation I could have had, and I hope you know how much this means to me.
#20 I really enjoyed my stay with you! Your incredible level of service far exceeded any expectations I could have ever imagined. Everything about the stay was perfect! Thank you for everything.
#21 What a wonderful experience! You were such a gracious host from beginning to end and the world would greatly benefit from more people like yourself who are willing to do whatever it takes in order to make a person feel right at home. Thank you so very much for all your efforts on my behalf.
#22 Thank you for making me feel welcome in your beautiful house on Lake Macquarie! The interior is beautifully decorated and household items seemed brand new which made settling in. I will add that setting of your home was wonderful and provided everything I needed for a relaxing weekend away from the city.
#23 Thank you for making my stay in Australia, after 65 hours of flying, so pleasant! Your home is lovely and on first impression, feels like a 5-star hotel that has all the amenities one would ever need. You have thought of absolutely everything to make guests feel right at home! The entire experience was extraordinary – thank you for being such an amazing hostess! Thank you again!!
#24 A warm thank you for your wonderful hospitality! You made me feel like part of the family. Your generosity and kindness is something that I will be grateful for forever.
#25 I want to thank you again for making my stay at your house one of the greatest experiences in my entire 20 years of living, Thanks once again for everything!
#26 Thank you for your amazing hospitality during my recent visit to your area; it was greatly appreciated by everyone in our group. Everything was perfect; we couldn’t have asked for more helpful hosts than yourselves! We hope to see you again soon!
#27 You went above and beyond what any host should do when inviting someone into their home, friendliness and generosity enveloped me from day one, I will never forget my time with you.
#28 I am grateful for all that you have done and the memories we made together. Thank you for your kindness.
#29 Your hospitality was great! Many thanks for taking care of us during our stay at your place. The apartment is very nice, clean and quiet. We would recommend it to anyone wanting a good night sleep in a peaceful surrounding. We wish you all the best!
#30 Thank you so much for taking me in when my plans fell through last-minute. Your house was immaculate and the food delicious—I couldn’t have asked for a better stay. You were gracious hosts and I look forward to staying again in the future!
#31 I cannot thank you enough for making me feel at home during my recent stay. You really went out of your way to make sure that I was comfortable and had everything I needed for a great stay.
#32 I cannot thank you enough for making me feel at home during my recent stay. You really went above and beyond in ensuring that my stay is as comfortable as possible. Your generosity is something I will never forget- thank you!
#33 Many thanks for the opportunity to visit Bath through your kind invitation, it was very pleasant experience to be in your house, everything was perfect! Thank you so much for all what you did for me, hope see you soon again!
#34 You are a big part of the reason why our wedding day was such a wonderful occasion for us! Thank you for your time and effort that you took to come and celebrate with us.
#35 You are a very generous, kind and thoughtful person. As our guests, we’ve felt welcome in your home. It’s been an honour to be here with you and to meet the rest of your family.
#36 Thank you for everything! Words can’t express how thankful I am that you were willing to let us stay with you when no other accommodation was available. The invitation into your lives – well, what can I say? It’s simply incredible! Take good care of each other!
#37 I was really grateful for having had the chance to come and stay with you; it was very helpful in allowing me to make the most out of my time here in Australia. Thank you so much.
#38 Your generosity is greatly appreciated! You took such good care of us, and we felt so welcome in your home. Thank you for everything!
#39 Thank you very much for the invitation to spend some time with your family. I really enjoyed staying here and having privacy when I wanted it, plus getting to do fun stuff with everybody. It was a great chance for me to get to know where my son or daughter spends so much time during their visits here. You are wonderful hosts!
#40 I had another amazing experience staying with you guys this summer! The room was fantastic and everything went off without any problems – thank you both again so much for making this possible. Best wishes always!
#41 Thank you again for all of your kindness during my stay. You were such welcoming hosts, even when I arrived without warning. It was a wonderful, pleasant experience and it will be an unforgettable event in my life. I became close with your family and feel like we’ve become friends. Thank you for letting me share in this special time during the early days of the pregnancy; you were all so kind to make me feel welcome and included!
#42 I would like to thank you again for letting us stay at your place these past few days! It has truly been a pleasure and we could not have asked for anything better! We hope that our paths cross again soon!
#43 It was such a pleasure staying with you! Thank you so much for your generosity and kindness. You were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our time together very much. Thank you once more.
#44 Thank you kindly for the wonderful boat trip yesterday evening! Everything was perfect; it felt like home away from home… Your family is
#45 I cannot thank you enough for opening your home to me during my visit. I’m so grateful for the warm welcome and the wonderful conversations we shared together. It is such an invaluable experience, and I will cherish it always.
#46 Thank you so much for hosting me! Your hospitality was outstanding and made me feel right at home. You went above and beyond expectations to make my stay special, and I truly appreciate it.
#47 Never underestimate the power of a good-natured motherly figure who can open her door and pour out her heart without fear of judgment or intrusion – just an unassuming love that clings on unconditionally motherly fervor…
#48 It was a true pleasure to stay with you. You were so sweet and welcoming, and I felt right at home. Thank you for being such a lovely host!
#49 Thank you for having me in your home this week. Your generosity is much appreciated during my time here in [location]. You made me feel welcome from the very beginning, and I enjoyed our conversations thoroughly.
#50 I want to thank you again for your generous invitation to spend some time at your place! It was great getting to know the two of you and sharing stories over drinks (and food). I had an amazing time and hope we can do it again soon!
#51 You were such wonderfully gracious hosts, and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. From the delicious breakfast spread to the perfectly cozy bed, I don’t have a single complaint. You’ve set a very high bar that I may not be able to match on my own!
#52 I really enjoyed having you as my host and hope we can do it again sometime! Your graciousness is unmatched – thank you for making me feel at home. Now please excuse me as I drop everything and become your personal assistant… Just kidding (kind of).
#53 Thank you so much for hosting me this week! It was such an unforgettable experience; one that I hope we can relive soon. You and [Spouse’s Name] were amazing hosts who made me feel like family, and I couldn’t ask for anything more.
#54 I want to thank you for having me in your home. I was very impressed with how clean and nice it was. You made me feel at home while still allowing me a lot of privacy.
#55 I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for your amazing hospitality. This week has been unforgettable, and I am so happy that you allowed me to experience this part of China.
#56 Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! A million times, thank you from the bottom of my heart for providing such a lovely place for me to stay during my time in Shanghai.
#57 What an “oasis” in the midst of a busy city, You have wonderful taste and all the comforts of home without any of the fuss or bother but with all the warmth.
#58 I want you to know how much your graciousness during my visit meant to me. I will treasure this memory always. Thank you for all of your kindness and generosity.
#59 From the moment I arrived at the airport, until the minute I left Shanghai, I was amazed by how much love and warmth I received from everyone who hosted me in their home.
#60 Thank you for letting me stay last week! It made my trip to China way less stressful knowing that there was another family out there that cared about my safety and comfort. Your place is lovely, comfortable, & very relaxing!
#61 The time spent with our host families has been a great experience for us both–we have learned so much about life in China, and about the wonderful cultures and people of this country. Thank you for opening up your home to our family, not just for a few days, but during the most important times in our lives.