Ruby Sofie Hotel Lean Luxury Behind A Stately Façade

Two star room size, three star price, five star quality – it sounds like a magic formula and in a way it is. The Ruby Sofie Hotel calls it lean luxury, made possible by efficient operations and economizing on everything non-essential, whilst not compromising on amenities, comfort, and hospitality.

The rooms are available in three categories and only differ in size. Everything else is the same: they are all furnished with white hardwood floors, high-quality materials, and select design classics. They all are equipped with the latest technology including lighting by Philip Starck, high speed Wi-Fi access, a rain shower, a flat sceen TV, a sound system, and a safe. Sound insulation guarantees a good night’s sleep.

There is no minibar, but something even better: the 5th floor Galley Kitchen offers complimentary hot drinks and the supersized vending machine even stocks toothpaste, just in case you forgot... There is also boiling tap water for your tea – coming directly from the on-site water-processing unit. So this hotel is not only about super stylish living, but sustainability, as well.

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There is only online booking and guests receive their keycard at the self-service check-in counter right next to the bar. Luckily the incredibly friendly staff are always happy to assist and answer questions. The cool vintage furnishings create a great atmosphere and one feels at home immediately upon entering the lobby. It’s a really good life here!

A stay at the Ruby Sofie Hotel even comes with a free history lession, thanks to its extraordinary location. Vienna’s renowned former Sofiensäle music hall used to host not globetrotters and city hoppers, but party people who danced wildly through the night and musicians who recorded their music.

A gallery shows photographs of all the greats who have performed here. If you get inspired and feel like strumming away in your room, you can borrow an acoustic guitar. Ruby Radio is the pride and joy of the hotel.