Ruby makes its French debut with the opening of Ruby Lilou in Marseille
Ruby, an urban lifestyle hotel and part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, opens Ruby Lilou in Marseille, marking the brand's debut in France.
Location:
Between Vieux Port and La Joliette, near Le Panier.
Design:
Inspired by Marseille’s Mediterranean ease and rebellious creativity.
Rooms:
237 across Nest, Cosy, Lovely, and Wow categories.
- Oversized beds, rainfall showers, blackout curtains, yacht-inspired interiors.
Social Spaces:
- 24/7 bar & café serving coffee, local wines, cocktails, light bites.
- 300 sqm rooftop terrace with panoramic Mediterranean views.
Music Culture:
Curated sound programs, live acts, in-room Marshall amps & Bluetooth speakers.
Ruby Yani Workspaces – New in France
- Facilities: 126+ flexible workstations, private offices, meeting rooms, phone booths.
- Memberships: From €60/month; day passes from €30.
- Integration: Workspace members share access to the hotel’s rooftop terrace, blending hospitality, work, and social life.
Strategic Expansion
- Ruby Lilou is Ruby’s first French hotel, alongside Ruby Yani Workspaces.
- Part of Ruby’s global growth: 42 open/pipeline hotels across Europe, U.S., Belgium, Germany, Italy.
- Ambition: 120+ hotels in the next decade, 250+ in 20 years.
Guest Experience
- Rates from €130 per night (single occupancy, breakfast included).
- Seamless tech-enabled stays, character-rich design, and a strong local connection.
- IHG One Rewards members can book directly via the app.
This opening is significant because it positions Ruby as a mixed-use lifestyle destination in Marseille, combining soulful city-centre stays with creative coworking spaces.
