The Ruby Hotel in Round Rock, TX is an independent boutique hotel that trades spectacle for something rarer: genuine warmth. With 39 expertly curated rooms and suites perched along Brushy Creek, the property offers sweeping water views, a beloved neighborhood bar and an ethos rooted in the belief that true hospitality is not about excess, it is about delight. Whether you are looking for a solo retreat, a couples' weekend, or a low-key trip with friends, Round Rock's best-kept secret is well worth the drive south. To rread more about my adventure in this charming property, click over to read more at Katy Trail Weekly.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Cynthia Smoot is a Dallas-based freelance lifestyle and travel writer covering destination guides, boutique hotels, and getaway itineraries across Texas, the U.S., and the world at large. She is a Travel Contributor for the Katy Trail Weekly newspaper and for Curated Texan, with additional contributions to Park Cities Lifestyle magazine, Dallas Hotel Magazine, and WFAA’s Good Morning Texas. Cynthia has covered Dallas culture and travel since 2008 and has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Dallas Morning News, among others. She is available for freelance travel writing assignments, press trips, and hotel/destination features — contact her at cynthia@ohsocynthia.com.