The city of Madison doesn't have many unique hotels to stay at, so every visit we make to Wisconsin's capital city has us staying at this hotel. Our favorite room is #13. It is good sized and has a gas fireplace. The rooms are furnished with older furniture but the bathrooms and carpeting are all brand new. Also has a... More

My wife and I stayed here three nights. Our room, # 21, was large and had a good view of Lake Monona. We enjoyed our stay. Of note, the hotel is downtown, and our room was on the street and train track side. Auto/truck/bus traffic noise was prevalent during the day. Trains were infrequent (max 4 one night, 0 the... More

My wife and I stayed here and we really enjoyed it. It's right downtown, walking distance from several bars and restaurants. It's also just a block or so to the lake with a nice walking path that goes around it. We saw a spider and got a little freaked out, but you could see a spider anywhere, right? Overall, it's... More

Hotel Ruby Marie is newly renovated, close to all things downtown, and a really nice place to stay. We stayed on the second floor and had a large room. There is a bar downstairs, and on weekends it can be noisy. If this is an issue for you, I'd recommend staying on the third floor. Breakfast was in the cafe... More

We stayed for one night at the Hotel Ruby Marie for a weekend getaway. We booked the room on the phone, but I could see the room online that I was booking. It is a small boutique style hotel so there are not many rooms. The location is great, only a few blocks to the Capital. There are three bar/restaurants... More

Why would anyone want to stay at one of the chain same old same old modern hotels? This is are 2nd stay. Lowest price we could find but twice the hotel as the rest. Old 1800's building...such character! compentary drinks at their bar which has a beer garden....free breakfast in the morning...and not continental either! Love this place!

The Hotel Ruby Marie is a hybrid hotel and bed & breakfast. Don't expect the usual hotel perks like a pool or 24 hr staff. Instead you get a most unique experience with beautiful old rooms, excellent location, and wonderful dining/drinking options next door. This is the perfect place for couples wanting something different during a Madison stay. I would... More

This is the second time I've stayed at the Ruby Marie and I will return. It is an old boarding house and full of history. The staff is very accommodating and helpful. Check in and out can be unusual during after hours as the front desk is only staffed during the day. The hotel is conveniently situated within a 5... More

The pictures and reviews do no say enough about this hotel! The historic decor was a turn-off to me upon booking, but seeing it in person, it is nothing short of lovely. It's old decor with a modern take and is truly gorgeous, not gaudy. I stayed in room 12 and don't have a bad thing to say about it.... More