These 10 Hosting Essentials Need an Upgrade Before Your Next Party—Prices Start at $13

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My favorite part of the holiday season is gathering the people I love for long-overdue catch ups, good food, and cozy games that stretch late into the night. Over the years, I’ve learned that the key to actually enjoying the festivities myself is preparing a few thoughtful essentials in advance, whether that’s setting out a generous cheeseboard for grazing or keeping a fresh set of sheets ready for overnight guests.

There’s still plenty of time to get your home holiday-ready, and Amazon has all the hosting upgrades you might need. From charming glassware to hotel-worthy bath towels, these are the 10 must-have essentials to add to your space—and they’re all on sale right now.

Best Amazon Hosting Essentials

Reallnaive 4-Piece Christmas Icon Juice Glasses, $40 (was $42)
Smirly Charcuterie Board Set, $60 (was $63)
White Classic Set of 4 Luxury Turkish Bath Towels, $45 (was $49)
CozyLux 7-Piece Bed-in-a-Bag Comforter and Sheet Set, $37 (was $53)
Electric Food Warming Mat, $25 (was $30)
Maxyoyo Tri-Fold Tufted Guest Bed Floor Mattress, $110 (was $130)
Newbridge Set of 4 Barcelona Damask Fabric Napkins, $17 with coupon (was $25)
Newkitchen Set of 4 Stainless Steel Buffet Chafing Dishes, $130 (was $160)
Miamolo Porcelain Serving Bowl Set for Appetizers, $27 (was $29)
True Tag Ceramic Cheese Board Labels, $13 (was $15)

Reallnaive 4-Piece Christmas Icon Juice Glasses

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Anthropologie’s iconic juice glasses are having an internet-viral moment, and these budget-friendly alternatives from Amazon bring all the cuteness for less. For morning OJ and evening screwdrivers, it’s never a bad idea to have extra glassware around for holiday hosting, and this set of four delivers on both form and function. Made of hand-blown glass and adorned with holiday icons—reindeers, peppermint candy, Christmas trees, and tiny Santas—they’re a classy (and environmentally-friendly) excuse to ditch the disposable cups at your next gathering. Plus, they boast a perfect five-star rating from shoppers who say the glasses “look high end,” “wash well” in the dishwasher, and feel extra sturdy.

Smirly Charcuterie Board Set

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Impress your guests with a cheeseboard that’s perfect for grazing, courtesy of this versatile charcuterie set. Along with a large board, the set includes cheese knives, ceramic sauce bowls for dips, dessert forks, slate labels with chalk markers, a wine opener, and an elegant box to store it all in. Constructed of beautiful carbonized bamboo, it’s display-worthy, easy to clean, and makes a great gift. The board is perfect for holiday parties, but can be used year-round for birthday celebrations, movie nights, backyard BBQs, and more. With over 17,500 Amazon ratings, shoppers give the set a thumbs up, praising its generous size, craftsmanship, and functionality,

White Classic Set of 4 Luxury Turkish Bath Towels

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No house guest wants to be welcomed with a stained, thinned, or holey bath towel from the back of your linen cabinet. Instead, greet them with a set of fresh, fluffy towels that rival their favorite hotel—all for under $50. Made of luxurious Turkish cotton, thousands of shoppers rave that the towels are “super absorbent,” “very soft,” and the “perfect thickness,” giving them bonus points for their large size and pill-resistant material. Choose from 17 colors, including classic white, vibrant aqua, and a holiday-ready forest green, and score four plush towels at a discount.

CozyLux 7-Piece Bed-in-a-Bag Comforter and Sheet Set

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Extra bedding is a must-have for hosting, and CozyLux’s “bed-in-a-bag” makes it easy to provide guests with a great night’s sleep. The seven-piece set includes a comforter, two pillow shams, two pillow cases, one flat sheet, and one fitted sheet available in sizes twin to California king. Thousands of reviewers give the bedding a perfect five-star rating, describing it as “buttery soft,” “easy to wash,” and “wrinkle-free” right out of the bag. Even better, the beloved set is at its lowest price in over a month on Amazon, which means you can scoop up new bedding for under $40.

Read on for more standout picks that’ll make you a host with the most, from a handy electric food warming mat that’s perfect for dinner parties to a cushy, storable floor mattress that guests will actually want to sleep on.