Ruby Sofie Hotel Vienna By Ihg, Vienna

Hotel & Heritage

Ruby Sofie Hotel Vienna occupies the historic Sofiensäle, a former concert hall opened in spring 2014. Original features from the building's past, such as vintage furniture and items from the Sofiensäle, are incorporated into the lobby and bar. The hotel's design reflects its music heritage, with a dynamic lobby that doubles as a social space and a 24-hour bar with live performances.

Rooms & Technology

Each air-conditioned room includes a 40-inch flat-screen TV, extra-long beds, a laptop safe, and a private bathroom with a unique open-plan shower and toilet design. A digital city guide and the hotel's own music radio channel are available in every room. Guests can borrow an electric guitar from reception and play through the Marshall speaker soundbox installed in the room.

Dining & Social Spaces

The 24-hour bar serves cocktails and regional specialities in a setting with vintage furniture and original items from the Sofiensäle. An organic breakfast is available on request, served in the lobby area which also functions as a communal kitchen with complimentary hot drinks. Each floor has a vending machine for drinks and snacks, as well as a coffee/tea maker and ironing board for guest use.

Location & Transport

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Landstraße-Wien Mitte metro hub, which provides direct connections to St. Stephen's Cathedral, the State Opera, and Schönbrunn Palace. Vienna Airport is reachable in 16 minutes via the City Airport Train from the same station. Vienna's historic city centre is a 15-minute walk, and the famous Hundertwasserhaus is just around the corner.

Entertainment & Convenience

Live music performances take place regularly in the lobby bar, often featuring local artists. Bicycle rental is available on-site for guests who want to explore the city on two wheels. The hotel uses a self-service check-in and check-out model, with a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/out, and luggage storage for added convenience.

Highlights

History: Housed in the former Sofiensäle concert hall

Rooms: Marshall speakers & borrowable electric guitar

Dining: 24-hour bar with live music & organic breakfast

Location: 5 min walk to Landstraße-Wien Mitte metro hub

Transport: Direct CAT to Vienna Airport in 16 min

Amenities: Bicycle rental & self-service check-in