Ruby Sofie Hotel Vienna By Ihg

4-star hotel in Vienna's historic Sofiensäle concert hall, steps from the Wien Mitte metro hub

Building & Heritage

Ruby Sofie Hotel Vienna by IHG opened in spring 2014 inside the historic Sofiensäle, a former concert hall. Original features from the building's past, like vintage furniture and items from the concert hall era, are integrated into the 24-hour bar and library. The hotel's design includes community-focused art and collaborative spaces that reflect the building's musical legacy.

Rooms & In-Room Features

All air-conditioned rooms at the Ruby Sofie Hotel Vienna have wooden floors, a 40-inch flat-screen TV, extra long beds, and a laptop safe. Each room includes a digital city guide and the hotel's own music radio channel, plus a Marshall speaker for streaming music. The open-plan bathroom layout with a glass-enclosed shower and separate toilet adds a distinctive design element to every room.

Dining & Refreshments

The hotel's 24-hour bar serves drinks and cocktails in a setting with vintage furniture and a lively atmosphere. A vending machine for drinks and snacks, along with a coffee/tea maker and ironing board, is available on each floor. An organic breakfast is offered on request, and the Galley Kitchen provides complimentary hot drinks around the clock.

Location & Transport

Ruby Sofie Hotel Vienna sits a 5-minute walk from the Landstraße-Wien Mitte metro hub, providing direct connections to St. Stephen's Cathedral, the State Opera, Schönbrunn Palace, and Vienna Airport (16 minutes). The historic city centre is reachable in a 15-minute walk, and the famous Hundertwasserhaus is also within a 5-minute stroll. A paid parking garage directly under the hotel costs €8 per day.

Entertainment & Services

Guests can borrow electric guitars from the reception to play in their room through the built-in Marshall amplifier. Live music performances are hosted at the hotel, and bicycle rental is available for exploring Vienna. A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and a yoga terrace are accessible from the 5th floor.

• Heritage: Converted former concert hall Sofiensäle opened in 2014
• Rooms: Air-conditioned with 40-inch TV, Marshall speaker, digital city guide
• Dining: 24-hour bar, organic breakfast on request, free hot drinks all day
• Location: 5-min walk to Wien Mitte metro, 15-min walk to city centre
• Services: Borrow a guitar, live music, bicycle rental, rooftop terrace
• Parking: On-site garage for €8 per day