15 Useful Host Gifts Under $50 They'll Actually Appreciate

For the cocktail lover who also happens to appreciate all things bougie, this ice cube tray will instantly make them feel like a professional mixologist (and add a little more pizzazz to their drinks). This gift comes with two parts: a large, food-safe aluminum tray featuring a variety of patterns for ice (waves, chevron print, honeycomb, and more), plus a silicone drip tray to catch any spillage. Jazzing up the ice cubes couldn’t be any easier: simply grab a few ice cubes from the freezer, place them on the tray, and let your eyes feast on an imprinted ice cube 10 seconds later.

Get it from Amazon for $37.85+ (available in five styles).

What’s better than a friendly game of four in a row? This modern, sophisticated take on it. Your giftee will be ecstatic about being reintroduced to the childhood classic. And the fact that the gorgeous metal-plated finish and frosted playing pieces double as home decor is just the cherry on top.

Get it from Amazon for $49.99.

Help them level up their morning coffee game with this durable, powerful, and rechargeable handheld milk foamer. Aside from its sleek, modern design, it comes with three different Nano screens (superfine, fine or normal) depending on the amount and density of foam that’s desired. Your latte lover can then use their perfectly microfoamed milk to play around with making barista-style art (which will certainly wow future brunch guests, might we add).

Get it from Amazon for $39.

For lovers of all things retro and all things music, it doesn’t get any better than this charming Bluetooth speaker. Its palm-size design makes it easy to tote around everywhere, from swap meets to picnics in the park. Plus, the fact that it offers six hours of playtime and produces decent sound quality, given its portability, just adds to its cool factor.

Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in 10 colors).

This gorgeous set of moisturizers is packaged beautifully in a floral-printed reusable tin (no gift wrapping required on your part). It includes three argan oil- and shea butter-infused hand creams, which means your giftee can keep one in their car, one in their gym bag and one at their bedside.

Get it from Amazon for $24+ (available in nine scents).

Flowers are always a safe bet if you’re gifting a host, but for a more long-lasting option (and one suited for those without a green thumb), try this artificial arrangement, which comes housed in a reusable glass vase. It makes for a rustic centerpiece or living room accent thanks to the addition of pampas grass, bunny tails, eucalyptus and baby’s breath.

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (also available in two other styles).

We get it — showing up to a get-together with a bundle of bathroom spray may seem kind of weird, but hear us out. If your host is hosting, that automatically implies they’d want nothing more than their guests to feel right at home, and what better way to get the message across than with enough iconic Poo-Pourri to last them the year? This giftable set includes five room-freshening scents, including citrus, lavender vanilla, hibiscus, vanilla mint, and lavender peppermint.

Get it from Amazon for $21.99.

This isn’t your average bamboo cheese board. Yes, it includes ample space for charcuterie, dried fruit, and a linear slot for nuts and crackers, but it also comes with four cheese knives that stand upright in their own slots (so as not to take away precious real estate from the cheese board itself). It’s perfect for entertaining a crowd and for mellow game nights alike.

Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (also available in three other styles).

This set is a must for hosts who take their candles seriously (and it looks way more expensive than it actually is). It comes with three accessories: a wick trimmer to reduce soot and increase burn time, a wick dipper to extinguish the flame of a small candle, and a bell snuffer to extinguish the flame of a taller candle safely without any risk of splatter. 

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in six styles).

After all that hosting, they’ll definitely want to wind down and practice some self-care. That’s where this bundle of face masks comes in handy. With formulas for different skin needs (soothing, moisturizing, brightening, and refreshing), each mask is infused with vitamins and minerals and delivers a cooling effect once applied. The result? Your recipient will be able to feel themselves relax as their skin gets the A+ treatment it deserves.

Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $17.99.

If you have a movie fanatic on your hands, this popcorn maker is a no-brainer. It makes perfectly delicious popcorn in as little as three minutes — a definite upgrade from microwavable popcorn bags. Play your cards right and gift this on movie night with friends so you can take advantage of the theater-style popcorn for yourself.

Get it from Amazon for $43.99 (available in four colors).

Is your recipient still shaking salt and pepper from the store bottle they come in? Chances are they’ll appreciate this electric salt and pepper grinder, which features both fine and coarse grinding modes along with a charging dock that doubles as a holder. Aside from being great for those with wrist or hand pain (no twisting required), this’ll make them feel a little more legit in the kitchen. It’s the little things.

Get them from Amazon for $17.83 (available in various other styles).

The problem: The host loves candles but isn’t always able to light them due to safety concerns for children or pets. 

The solution: this candle warmer lamp, which melts candle wax evenly and safely via seven various levels of dimming — no flame required. 

Each level has a different melting speed, and the lamp even has a timer and an auto-shut-off feature for forgetful types. What’s more, the vintage-style aesthetic makes it look good in just about any room.

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in 13 styles).

Boozy brunches are made a little cooler thanks to these tumblers that’ll keep drinks — and specifically, wine — at their ideal temperature. The magic is in the built-in active cooling gel, which effectively freezes or chills the tumbler depending on what’s being served (it also works for juices and tea). The insulated silicone band makes for a comfortable grip while holding, and the removable lid gets major cool points for versatility.

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $21.99.

Say you’re going to a holiday party in the dead of winter — these electronic portable hand warmers make complete sense. Great for campers, golfers, skiers, or anyone living in icy climates, they heat up to 130 degrees in mere seconds, providing ample warmth for freezing fingers. If you’re feeling extra giving, throw in a pair of warm mittens to keep the theme going.

Get them from Amazon for $23.99 (available in 10 styles).