HOTEL RUBY - Spokane WA 901 W 1st Ave 99201

901 West 1st Ave., Spokane, WA 99201 United States

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near Exit 280b on I-90 (~0.3mi)

Near Riverfront Park

8.2

Excellent

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

Hotel Ruby offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, gym, pool, spa, and a pet-friendly policy.

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Free WiFi

Free breakfast

Secured parking

Free use of nearby fitness center

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Reviews

"Room was clean and neat. Quiet. Would stay again."

Our group included three couples. We would stay again and the breakfast at Rosie's was very good. Very friendly and helpful hotel staff and at Rosie's as well.

Martin J. (Group coordinator, booked 3 rooms)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Sep 11 to Fri Sep 12 2025 at a $143.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Hotel Ruby, you'll be centrally located in Spokane, steps from Bing Crosby Theater and Knitting Factory. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Riverfront Park.

Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 37 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

The Bing Crosby Theater - 0.1 mi
Steam Plant Square - 0.1 mi
Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox - 0.1 mi
Spokane Symphony - 0.2 mi
Interplayers Theatre - 0.2 mi
Downtown Spokane - 0.2 mi
Mobius Kids - 0.2 mi
Holy Family Hospital - 0.2 mi
AMC Riverpark Square Theater - 0.2 mi
Riverpark Square Mall - 0.2 mi
Shriners Hospital - 0.3 mi
Deaconess Medical Center - 0.3 mi
Riverfront Park - 0.5 mi
Spokane Convention Center - 0.5 mi
Spokane Eye Surgical Center - 0.6 mi
Veterans Memorial Arena - 0.6 mi
Spokane Arena - 0.6 mi
Spokane Physidan Hospital - 0.7 mi
Heart Institute of Spokane - 0.7 mi
Spokane Civic Theater - 0.8 mi
Sacred Heart Med Center - 0.8 mi
Coeur d'Alene Park (Brown's Addition) - 0.9 mi
St Luke's Rehab Institute - 0.9 mi
Cheney Cowles Museum - 1.0 mi
Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture - 1.0 mi
Gonzaga University - 1.2 mi
Crosbyana Room - 1.3 mi
Manito Park - 1.5 mi
Spokane Falls Comm College - 2.1 mi
Spokane Valley Fair & Expo Center - 3.7 mi
Senior Behavioral Center - 3.9 mi
Carr's One of a Kind in the World Museum - 4.6 mi
Spokane Felts Field (SFF) - 5.0 mi
North Spokane - 5.3 mi
Spokane Int'l Airport (GEG) - 5.6 mi
Spokane Intl. Airport (GEG) - 5.7 mi
Whitworth University - 6.7 mi
Roller Valley Skate Center - 6.8 mi
Riverside State Park - 7.3 mi
Splashdown Waterpark - 8.0 mi

Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.

Welcome to Hotel Ruby, Spokane's number one independent boutique hotel, winner of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for the second year in a row! We provide comfort, style and value in downtown Spokane's Entertainment District. The Hotel Ruby staff is dedicated to personalized service. Surround yourself with downtown Spokane's art and entertainment culture. Only steps away from the city's most popular destinations such as shopping and restaurants, the historic Bing Crosby Theater, Riverfront Park, and the Fox Theater, and the best of Spokane. At the end of the day, relax in the hotel's Sapphire Lounge.

Local Attractions

Visit us in the heart of downtown Spokane, on 1st Avenue and Lincoln Street. Steps away from three of the great Spokane entertainment venues: The Bing Crosby Theater, the Fox Theater (home of the Spokane Symphony) and the Knitting Factory Concert House. Only three blocks from the lovely Riverfront Park, River Park Square Mall, featuring the Apple Store, AMC Theaters, Nordstrom, North Face and other great stores! Walking distance from the INB Performing Arts Center (home of the Broadway shows) and Spokane's Convention Center. A short car ride from the Arena, home of the Spokane Chiefs, Spokane Shock and the biggest concert venue in Spokane. Located in the midst of all the great downtown restaurants and coffee houses.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2010

Floors: 3

Rooms: 36

Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 36

Handicap Rooms: 2

Suites: 7

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 1.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi

Nightly Parking: 5.00

Total Taxes: 8.70%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Individuals need to cancel by 3 PM, local hotel time, 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid a 1 night's room and tax.

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

Amenities / Features

Casino nearby
Check In: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Coin laundry on site
Concierge services
Cross-country skiing nearby
Daily
Designated smoking areas
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Elevator
Express check-out
Free WiFi
Free bicycles on site
Free breakfast
Free breakfast (local cuisine)
Free use of nearby fitness center
Golfing nearby
Health or beauty spa nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Multilingual staff
No cribs (infant beds) available
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Professional property host/manager
Proposal/romance packages available
Rock climbing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Secured parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Stair-free path to entrance
Swimming nearby
Vending machine
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Airport & Shuttle Info

Spokane International Airport 6.5 miles Taxi: $20 one way

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

Breakfast is complimentary with your stay. We have hot waffles, hard boiled eggs, cereals, English muffins, orange juice and fresh Thomas Hammer Coffee (locally roasted!)

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Pets allowed with nonrefundable 25 USD charge per pet per stay. Max 2 pets per stay. No guest may leave their pet in car in hotel lot at any time.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay Tourism fee: USD 10.91 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Secured self parking fee: USD 7.00 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per week Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Contactless check-out is available.

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Frank's Diner - A historic diner known for its delicious breakfast options. Located 0.3 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Lunch The Old Spaghetti Factory - A family-friendly Italian restaurant with a charming atmosphere. Located 0.4 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Dinner Wild Sage Bistro - A farm-to-table restaurant offering a diverse menu of locally sourced dishes. Located 0.5 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Activity Riverfront Park - A beautiful park with a carousel, IMAX theater, and stunning views of Spokane Falls. Located 0.7 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Day 2

Breakfast Atticus Coffee & Gifts - A cozy coffee shop offering a variety of breakfast options and unique gifts. Located 0.2 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Lunch The Flying Goat - A popular pizzeria known for its wood-fired pizzas and craft beer selection. Located 0.5 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Dinner Churchill's Steakhouse - A classic steakhouse known for its prime cuts of meat and elegant ambiance. Located 0.6 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Activity Manito Park - A picturesque park with beautiful gardens, walking trails, and a duck pond. Located 2.3 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Day 3

Breakfast The Scoop - A charming ice cream parlor that also offers delicious breakfast options. Located 0.4 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Lunch Ruins - A trendy eatery known for its creative and eclectic menu. Located 0.7 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Dinner Clinkerdagger - A waterfront restaurant serving seafood and steak dishes with stunning views of the Spokane River. Located 1.2 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Activity Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture - A museum showcasing regional art, history, and culture. Located 2.1 miles from Hotel Ruby.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Hotel Ruby

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Hotel Ruby have?

There are 36 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Hotel Ruby?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Hotel Ruby?

Breakfast is complimentary with your stay. We have hot waffles, hard boiled eggs, cereals, English muffins, orange juice and fresh Thomas Hammer Coffee (locally roasted!)

Is there a gym at Hotel Ruby?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is Hotel Ruby pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Pets allowed with nonrefundable 25 USD charge per pet per stay. Max 2 pets per stay. No guest may leave their pet in car in hotel lot at any time.

Is there shuttle service at Hotel Ruby?

Spokane International Airport 6.5 miles Taxi: $20 one way

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Hotel Ruby

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Hotel Ruby.

Feel free to use the Hotel Ruby meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Spokane event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Banquet

21/21

Crescent

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Theater

Reception

Regist. Desk

Room Details

Come and enjoy the artistic, beautiful atmosphere of our Sapphire Lounge for your next meeting. Located just off of the front lobby, our staff can accommodate anything you may need. We are friendly and devoted to embracing the community and our visiting hotel guests.

Room Type:Boardroom

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:5

Windows:9

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

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