Overview
You know what, the Ruby Sofie Hotel Vienna is one of those hidden gems you stumble upon in the city that leaves you feeling like you’ve uncovered a secret. Tucked away on Marxergasse 17, in the Landstraße district, the hotel sits at a latitude of 48.20716440972403 and longitude of 16.391311213374138, which, honestly, is just a stone’s throw from the hustle and bustle of the city’s heart. It’s a 4-star hotel with an 8.3 rating, and it’s the kind of place that feels like a cozy home away from home.
From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the warm and modern decor. The staff greeted me with genuine smiles, making the check-in process a breeze. The rooms are well-appointed, with sleek design and all the amenities you’d expect from a hotel of this caliber. I mean, the beds were incredibly comfortable, and the rainfall shower in my room was a real treat after a long day of exploring the city.
What makes the Ruby Sofie stand out, though, is its attention to detail. The location is superb – you’re close to the U3 underground station, which makes getting around Vienna a cinch. There’s also a charming little café around the corner on Landstraßer Gürtel, where I’d often grab a coffee in the mornings. The neighborhood is quiet, so you won’t have to worry about noise levels disturbing your sleep. Plus, the hotel offers free parking, which is a godsend in a city where parking can be a hassle.
I will say, though, the Wi-Fi could be a bit more reliable at times, but the staff was always quick to address any issues. The breakfast spread was a highlight, with a great variety of both local and international dishes that set you up for a day of sightseeing.
In the end, what I loved most about the Ruby Sofie Hotel Vienna was its balance of comfort, style, and practicality. It’s the kind of place where you can kick back and relax after a day of exploring, but also feel connected to the vibrant city life just outside your door. If you’re looking for a hotel that feels like a well-kept secret, this is it.
Accommodations
Cosy Room
1 double bed
2 adults, 1 child
Wow Room
1 large double bed
2 adults, 1 child
Loft Room
1 large double bed
2 adults, 1 child
Nest Room
1 double bed
2 adults, 1 child
Lovely Room
1 large double bed
2 adults, 1 child
Facilities & Amenities
Bedroom 2
- Linens
- Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
General 11
- Hypoallergenic
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Laptop safe
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Parking 1
- Parking garage
Bathroom 7
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors 3
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Services 6
- Daily housekeeping
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Activities 2
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/Performance
Living Area 1
- Desk
Food & Drink 4
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/Champagne
- Snack bar
- Bar
Accessibility 1
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities 1
- Socket near the bed
Languages Spoken 2
- German
- English
Safety & security 8
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
Media & Technology 4
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- TV
Front Desk Services 1
- Invoice provided
Guest Reviews
The location is absolutely fantastic, there's many great cafes and stores nearby. The room itself, while yes it is small, is great. There's a good sounding Bluetooth speaker that lets you tune the bass/treble easily, shower was clean and worked great. Toilet was also super clean.
La barista
The location was perfect, just a 5-10 minute walk into the centre of the city and very close to the train station, with lots of restaurant options nearby too.
The room was spacious and clean with lots of light and a great shower.
Staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed for 3 night on a weekend break with friends. Nice clean hotel and Good value for money although it’s not as central as we had hoped. Not too much of a problem as we just picked up Ubers to travel into the centre as there were 6 of us. Rooms were a good size. Didn’t have breakfast but enjoyed a cocktail of two in the lovely bar. Overall an enjoyable stay
Pretty close to the Wien Mitte station, train S7 take you the from the airport.
Peaceful location but you need to walk half a kilometer to the public transportation.
Quite sizable room.
If you prefer fresh air before your breakfast, a genuine Wiennese café Zartl, 7 minutes walk away, is serving you in early morning already. An old school place (=big portions, cash only, etc)
Great location, and well organised rooms that provide most of the common necessities (shower gel and shampoo, hair dryer, good curtains), and the sound was quite well isolated.
The staff were brilliant, especially Lena. The buffet breakfast was very good and an added bonus was that the staff would willingly make you a speciality coffee, if preferred, included in the price. We found the hotel to be well situated, just a 15 mins walk from the town centre and the rooms were clean, bright and cosy and as described on the website. The coffee station along the corridor was also much appreciated with free tea and coffee and hot water, if needed.
very comfortable and with a bit of character. Not your run of the mill hotel
Bed was comfortable and great breakfast
Great staff, very good breakfast with excellent coffee, convenient working area above the bar, bar is open 24/7, check-in and checkout are fast.
Location
Marxergasse 17, 03. Landstraße, 1030 Vienna, AustriaSend Us a Message
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