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Reviews of Hotel Ruby This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

901 West 1st Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201, United States of America

#35 of 56 hotels in Spokane

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 307 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    7.0
    This is a great 2 star hotel, the staff is wonderful, but the facilities are a bit outdated.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It's an older building, so there are some interesting features in the rooms. The bathroom was very small, to open the door you had to step behind the toilet, just a bit awkward. And the parking fee is mentioned, but it is not mentioned as a recurring daily fee.

    Staff was great, good location. They did provide ear plugs which we didn't end up needing, but could be nice, Would recommend they put 2 pairs in the rooms for when they are needed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    7.0
    Good for short visit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Bathroom was dated and shower had a loud howl.

    Location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2024

    7.0
    Good location if attending the knitting factory
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Parking lot was tiny but reasonably priced and expected for downtown. Heard lots of trains really close by. The bathroom was pretty small and had a very small older toilet.

    Good location for the knitting factory which is where we were going. Walking distance to many restaurants. Room was older but clean and comfortable. Appreciated having two sinks.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2024

    8.0
    Clean, convenient, economy hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing really. Everything was as I expected. The elevator was a little small and slow but it was ok.

    We were attending a concert at the Knitting Factory so we wanted somewhere close, Hotel Ruby fit the bill. This is an older, basic, but clean and convenient hotel. The desk staff was friendly and helpful at both checking and check out. We only spent one night, the beds were ok, not the best but definitely not the worst. The bathroom and shower were clean and has been sufficiently updated decent shower pressure and toilet flushing. They provided foam earplugs in case the outside noise was too much but we had no problems with that, our room was towards the back though, maybe others get more street noise. All in all it was a good stay, I’d book again if I needed a downtown stay.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 28, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unfortunately we arrived on a Monday night and hardly any restaurants were open - which, of course, was not the fault of the motel.

    The room was fine - comfortable and clean. The staff were welcoming. There was secure parking available.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2023

    9.0
    Great place to stay. Great location clean friendly staff. Fun, restaurant and bar attached to hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great place to stay in downtown Spokane. Hip trendy, cool place very walkable. I’ve stayed there twice. Would book this again.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms were small and the bed probably needs to be replaced.

    Great location and super nice staff. The price offset some of the negatives.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 3, 2023

    7.0
    I liked the location and didn’t have a bad time
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hated the parking, the lot is super tiny and while they have overflow parking it’s in a public lot a block away. The car next to our had a window broken which makes me nervous to park there again.

    I like the location since it’s right across from the knitting factory

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 26, 2023

    8.0
    Would stay here again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean, comfortable, good location and staff were excellent!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 15, 2023

    9.0
    No comment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A continental breakfast would have been nice.

    Close to concert venue. Dog friendly

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 3, 2023

    8.0
    Vintage Hotel in the Heart of the Entertainment District Walking Distance to Riverside Park
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unfortunately, the bar was closed on Sunday. :( Parking was a little tricky but the front desk person was helpful to coordinate the small parking area.

    Hotel Ruby is in the heart of the entertainment district. I chose this hotel because we needed a hotel close the airport but also wanted to be able to walk to Riverside Park. There is also many restaurants in this area. We came on Sunday evening so not many concerts but still a beautiful night to see the falls. The hotel room is on the small side but the bed was very comfortable and the room was surprisingly quiet. I appreciate the custom paintings and visual appeal. Bathrooms are updated with nice amenities.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 10, 2023

    8.0
    Enjoyable, staff very helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location and cost

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2023

    8.0
    Great value but not a romantic hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There's really not much to the property. Just the rooms on 3 floors around the parking lot. The bar was closed on the night I was there (Sunday). The rooms are very basic and the shower nozzle is very low for someone over 6'.

    Great Location and the rooms were nice but small. The bed was comfortable and overall it was a great value. There is also a refrigerator in the room. I would stay here again if I was in Spokane for work and wanted to be downtown.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    9.0
    Had a totally positive experience staying at Hotel Ruby.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Wifi seemed to be a bit spotty, but it was no big deal, honestly.

    Staff was helpful and informative. Everything in the room was clean and stocked up.. I have no complaints.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2023

    8.0
    We enjoyed our stay and loved the location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Parking is frustrating it’s first come first serve with a lot located a block away from the property.

    This property was clean and in the perfect location to walk to all the local shops and bars.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2023

    8.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean and comfortable

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 23, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was really loud because of the traffic and the size of the hotel.

    I loved the location and how close it was to dining and the knitting factory. I also felt secure, and the decor was pretty.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 19, 2023

    8.0
    Great location, pretty murals all over the place
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unpleasant stain on towel, blood stains on pillowcase

    They have mini fridge, microwave, iron & board, hair dryer in a room. Great location, close to everything.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Perfect location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2023

    8.0
    It was good overall.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    First room was over cleaned with bleach and fumes forced us to another room. Be aware parking is super tight but more a short block away. The rooms are tight for two but workable.

    Great location downtown. No breakfast really, refrigerated packaged muffins and self pump coffee, it was fine. Very clean room.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 11, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very strong smell of cleaning materials - which would disappear with airing the room.

    Great location in the middle of Spokane.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location and price!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2023

    8.0
    Good overnight
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not enough electrical outlets. The few ones hard to access.

    Good location comfortable clean room.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2023

    7.0
    the room was a nice size and the beds comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    could be a bit more updated

    location

    Stayed in May 2023

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