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Hotel Ruby Marie

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Madison, a quick walk to Capitol Square

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Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (26)
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Hotel Ruby Marie sits in downtown Madison, where travelers enjoy a hearty breakfast and relax with drinks at the bar. The restaurant serves satisfying meals, while in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. The smoke-free property includes a cafe for coffee breaks.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite (23)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (23)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (24)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (24)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (24)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Microwave
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (25)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (25)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (25)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (27)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (27)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (27)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (14)

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (14)

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (14)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (17)

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (17)

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (17)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (26)

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (26)

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (26)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (11)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (11)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (11)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (12)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (13)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (13)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (13)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (15)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (15)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (15)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (16)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (16)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (16)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (18)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (18)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (18)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (21)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (21)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (21)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (22)

Room

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (22)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
524 E. Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703

What's nearby

  • Capitol Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Overture Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 3 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Rigby - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Up North Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Prost - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Essen Haus - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ruby Marie

Bed & breakfast near Capitol Square
Located close to Wisconsin State Capitol and Overture Center for the Arts, Hotel Ruby Marie has plenty to offer.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free premises

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  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 3,229 reviews
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Property amenities

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  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Ruby Marie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ruby Marie?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Ruby Marie?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Ruby Marie located?

Located in Downtown Madison, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Capitol Square, Wisconsin State Capitol, and Overture Center for the Arts. University of Wisconsin-Madison and Kohl Center are also within 2 mi (3 km). Madison Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Hotel Ruby Marie Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 920 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 920 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 920 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 920 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 920 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

This is a cozy hidden gem nice antique furnishings friendly staff great breakfast and even a free drink. Right off the capitol square good free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quaint. Weekend breakfast is next door and fantastic. Easy walk to capital for the best farmer’s market.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is awesome! Very walkable for dining, drinks and Camp Randall!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great decor. Nice bar with music. Good restaurant nextdoor. Comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and unique property. Closeness to Capitol Square was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room 23 is huge with old fashioned copper soaker tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Hotel Ruby Marie! It was very convenient for getting around Madison and the included breakfast and parking were great perks. All of the staff were so friendly and helpful, and we’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eoin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking onsite. Excellent customer service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So many places to either have a couple drinks or eat at within walking distance!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This little hotel was so cute. A true hidden gem
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Dylan & Josh are super friendly & made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Small no frills hotel that included parking and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique, comfortable accommodations, nice breakfast included and a cozy bar including live entertainment right below. We would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toney

Liked: Amenities
The Hotel Ruby Marie is a beautifully elegant establishment that my wife and really enjoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and a super cute room! Really appreciated the amazing breakfast the next morning!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute property, wish our stay was longer to do more in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love this vintage type of property. Reminds me of Home. Breakfast was incredible and included. Loved it. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and helpful. We requested an early check in and was pleasantly surprised to enjoy an extra early check in. Room was clean, bed comfy. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room was very clean. Spotless bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Ernest

Liked: Amenities
Liked the proximity of bar and German restaurant. Also liked bathroom and cozy room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice hotel. I was surprised and pleased to find that they offer a free drink for happy hour and a free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Karin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hard to adjust heat, shower not hot, drain didn’t drain Dated Breakfast was not good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adjoined to a bar…a bit loud, but very cool.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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