Hotel in Vienna, Austria
Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna
Hip boutique hotel in a converted bank near MuseumsQuartier. Retro-modern design with vinyl players in rooms, guitar lending service, and 24-hour bar. Cool vibe attracts younger travelers seeking style without luxury price tags.
Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna is located at Mariahilfer Straße 120 in Vienna's 7th district (Neubau), on the eastern stretch of the city's main shopping and commercial boulevard. MuseumsQuartier — one of the world's largest cultural complexes — is a ten-minute walk, and the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Naturhistorisches Museum, and Leopold Museum are all nearby. The Zieglergasse station on the U3 metro line is within a five-minute walk, providing direct connections to the city centre and Wien Hauptbahnhof. The hotel occupies a converted early 20th-century bank building, and the Ruby brand's signature lean luxury philosophy is expressed throughout: stripped-back design with exposed brickwork, polished concrete, and warm timber accents creates a boutique atmosphere at mid-range prices. Rooms are compact but intelligently designed, with bespoke storage solutions, quality beds, blackout curtains, and rain-head showers. The hotel's most distinctive feature is the placement of a vinyl record player in every room, alongside a curated selection of albums; a guitar lending service at reception allows musically inclined guests to continue playing during their stay. Unlike traditional hotels, Ruby Marie operates a 24-hour bar rather than a formal restaurant — guests can order drinks, small plates, and light meals at any hour, which suits the hotel's following of musicians, creatives, and younger professional travellers. The bar area serves as the hotel's social hub in the evenings, occupied by both guests and neighbourhood residents. A compact fitness room and sauna are available to guests. Self-service check-in kiosks allow arrivals outside standard staffed hours, and a communal workspace with high-speed internet is well-suited to remote workers. The Mariahilfer Straße location gives immediate access to a wide range of independent cafés, restaurants, and shops for guests seeking alternatives to the in-house bar.
Amenities
- 24-hour bar
- gym
- sauna
- workspace
- free WiFi
Visit / Book / Contact
- Official website
- Phone: +43 1 9828100
Location
Mariahilfer Straße 120, 1070 Vienna
48.1982, 16.3413 — View on map
Highlights
- Former bank building on Mariahilfer Straße with vinyl record players in every room
- Guitar lending service and music-forward design attracting creative and younger travellers
- 24-hour bar serving drinks and small plates — no traditional hotel breakfast
- Ten-minute walk to MuseumsQuartier and within easy reach of the Kunsthistorisches Museum
- Compact fitness room and sauna plus communal workspace for remote workers
Tips
- The 24-hour bar stocks Austrian wines and local craft beers at prices below comparable First District hotel bars.
- Request the vinyl record collection catalogue at check-in; staff can often source specific albums on request.
- The U3 metro at Zieglergasse provides a direct 12-minute ride to Stephansplatz in the city centre without changing lines.
- Mariahilfer Straße has numerous cafés and bakeries within a short walk for guests seeking a traditional breakfast.
- Self-check-in kiosks allow late arrivals without waiting for staffed reception.
FAQ
Does Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna serve breakfast?
The hotel does not offer a traditional breakfast buffet. Instead, the 24-hour bar serves food and drinks at all times of day, including morning pastries and light breakfasts. The surrounding Mariahilfer Straße has numerous cafés and bakeries within a very short walk.
What makes Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna different from standard hotels?
The hotel is designed around a lean luxury concept: compact, high-quality rooms at a more accessible price point. The vinyl record players, guitar lending, 24-hour bar, and music-forward design create a boutique atmosphere unusual for mid-range Vienna accommodation.
Is Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna convenient for MuseumsQuartier?
Yes. MuseumsQuartier is approximately a ten-minute walk along Mariahilfer Straße. The Leopold Museum, mumok (Museum of Modern Art), and the Kunsthistorisches Museum are all accessible without using public transport.
Is there parking at Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna?
The hotel has no dedicated car park. The nearest public parking facilities are within walking distance on Mariahilfer Straße; the hotel team can advise on current options at check-in.
Accessibility
Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna has step-free access from Mariahilfer Straße and lift access to all guest floors. The compact room design may present challenges for guests using wheelchairs; specific accessible room configurations should be confirmed with the hotel in advance.
When to visit
Open year-round. The hotel is consistently busy due to its MuseumsQuartier proximity. September and October coincide with Vienna's autumn cultural programme, when demand for city-centre accommodation peaks.