SOVA Micro-Room & Social Hotel

I took a star off since my room’s shower had hair in it. But everything else was great for a budget hotel. The interface for texting staff was convenient. The rooms have bidets with seat warmers, which was nice. The sink configuration is weird since you can barely fit your hands under the faucet. The rooms aren’t even that small, I’ve had smaller rooms in Tokyo and NYC (*that weren’t capsule hotels). Honestly the rooms felt very similar to those I’ve stayed at in Japan and Korea, so I was pretty comfortable. I’d describe the place as probably 1 step up from a hostel—definitely nice to have the extra privacy and reassurance your belongings are safe. The location is convenient to the Farmers Market and several good restaurants. Overall, I’d stay here again if I had to go back to Dallas.

Positive: Nothing Negative: Had to pay to park across the street. Rooms the size of a inner cruise ship with no windows do not stay here 2 soft pillows with no supportNot worth the money

I held a surprise birthday here in the lobby area and rented out the speak easy. The whole team starting from working with Blake to book the venue was such a smooth process. They were very accomodating to my requests and were very quick on their responses. Naiomi (Event Director), Austin, and Kyle were amazing on the day of the party! They absolutley killed it! Our party loved them too. I would definitley recommend this venue space and hotel to others.

The idea is that you combine the best of both worlds -the social aspect of a hostel with a private room. ||That would be nice, except that on a weekday, there isn't much of a social atmosphere. The free sangria from 6-7 PM is a nice touch, but it wasn't very good tbh, and few if any other guests took advantage of it when I was there. The speakeasy bar, I never got to see, because it's only open on Friday and Saturday. ||So then there are the rooms. On the plus side, it's clean and you get a private room with a bathroom that's pretty modern. I don't care for the overengineered toilets, but you can just flush like regular if you want. The mattress is not uncomfortable so that's a plus. But that's where it ends. The rooms have concrete floors and no windows, a single hook on the door to hang anything, and no table or chair. Accessible room is less claustrophobic, fwiw, if only slightly so. ||All would be forgiven if you were getting a deal. But at well north of $100 per night in a second rate city, it feels like a bit of a rip-off. Hotel prices in the US are just out of control in general, and it's the primary reason why I lean more toward renting apartments in the US.

I had an incredible stay at Sova Micro Hotel. From the moment I arrived, the experience felt thoughtful, stylish, and effortlessly welcoming. Andrea truly made the stay exceptional. She was outstanding at everything from handling the front desk with warmth and professionalism to seamlessly working the lobby bar (great mezcal negroni) You can tell she genuinely cares about guests and takes pride in what she does. Her energy and hospitality set the tone for the entire hotel. The rooms are comfortable and full of personality, but the real hidden gem is the speakeasy ask about it! I believe it’s only open Fri-Sat, such a fun and unexpected experience. Kyle’s cocktails were next level creative, perfectly balanced, and absolutely worth seeking out. Sova nails the boutique hotel vibe! I’ll definitely be back!

The only thing convenient about this hotel is the location. The rooms lack a lot of necessities such as racks for towels and clothing. When I checked in my first room the television wasn’t working so I was transferred to a much smaller room which lacked towels. There’s also no windows which sucks and the temperature feels like it’s 80 degrees when it set to 65. No laundry rooms or gym is available. I would not recommend this place unless you need only a place to sleep. Other than that, any other hotel that serves breakfast, has laundry, is spacious, has windows, and a gym is 10x better than this. I regret trying this out. I assumed it would be cool.

Great location and very friendly reception staff. The rooms are small and have no windows, but it is not a a problem as they are very bright and have what you need. There is space under the bed for your luggage and some hooks for your clothes. It is well situated, you can walk to the food market, Deep Ellum and Art museum. There are many bus connections too. It would be nice if you could control the lights for the bathroom and bedroom separately. And if the showers had a glass window so the water doesn’t go everywhere. I was missing a kettle or something to make myself a little evening drink / snack. The walls are also quite thin so you can hear your (upstairs and next door) neighbours so I recommend some earplugs. Although everyone was quiet and respectful on my floor. I had a cosy night in and I’d return if I come back to Dallas. I also found the floor to be dusty / dirty, but I had my sleepers +1 for the luggage room, that was very handy! Thank you

My 3 star rating is not due to the small size of the room - that I understand and was fine with, especially for the affordable price. Here are the cons that caused the low rating: -The bed had a big sunken spot causing both sides of the bed to slope inward -There were hairs on the floor in the bathroom when we arrived -The bathroom fan did not work, which in a bathroom/bedroom of that size meant our space got very damp -The bathroom faucet turns itself off when using it or diminishes in pressure and its so close to the bottom of the sink there’s hardly room to put your hands under it Pros: -Price -The monsoon shower was very nice for my tall husband -Location was good. I felt uncomfortable walking around at night but at the AT&T headquarters, there are lots of security guards and its cool to see the Globe and you can get ice cream there at the exchange. I highly recommend getting bagels from Starship Bagels, .5 miles away from Sova. Mmm!

We need more places like this! This was the perfect place to stop in for two nights while I needed a place to stay in Dallas before heading to San Francisco. I stayed in their smallest room, which literally was like a pod with a bedroom and an open bathroom set up. Everything was super clean, and the toilet even had a bidet while the there also was a monsoon showerhead. Check in was a breeze as you pay three days prior to your stay. Check-in is also at the bar right when you walk in. Yes there's a bar and they serve coffee all day too. It really is designed for the professional who is staying in Dallas for a short time or just a single person making a stop here. The bar was great because I would get takeout for dinner, sit have a drink to myself, take a beer upstairs and have my dinner in my room. It was quiet and peaceful and I really would stay here again. I also want to make a mention of the location. It's on Main Street and there's a few things that are pretty walkable. Deep Ellum isn't far, as well as the JFK memorial. I walked around a lot, and it was nice to discover what was around this hotel.

The hotel is quaint and clean. The location makes it very easy to get around to different parts of the city. One thing we did not realize is that the rooms have no windows, which can definitely make things feel claustrophobic with two people in such a small room. When we asked about this we were informed there was only one room in the entire hotel with a window. We also had issues with the air conditioning not working, which again, in such a small room proved to be an issue. We realized their AC units are energy efficient, which is likely the reason for the issue as well as the overhead showered not getting past luke warm. Fine for the price, but wish there was more transparency on the lack of windows and more focus on the small details (like functional appliances and hot water) to enhance the quality of our stay.

Stay away from SOVA. Hotel rooms share a paper thin wall with the loud speakeasy like ours did. Pretty disappointing they put a purposefully loud room next to others and don't warn you... I asked to be moved and was refused. On the second night, they rented the speakeasy out to a private event and blasted music until midnight. MIDNIGHT! When I complained about the noise, I was told they would not do anything. Why on earth would you put a party room next to where people are trying to sleep? Such a terrible experience and just a money grab. Other things to note: the bathroom towels were ripped, the shower was missing a door, and the sheets were too cheap to stay on the mattress for an entire night. Yikes.

This is a unique and intriguingly interesting property, which used to be a Nash Motors dealership. The building was originally built in 1930. The site is now a three story, 39 room microtel. Front desk staff were warm, welcoming, and extremely personable to speak with. Special kudos to Andrea who was helpful to me upon arriving to assist me with check in. Rooms are functional with a comfortable bed, and the site is about a 20 minute walk from the KBHCC. The staff were responsive to the A/C issue in my room and provided luggage storage upon check out. The lobby has a hip, but quiet vibe to it. This was a great, budget friendly option vs. the more well known hotel franchises. I would definitely return.

SOVA is my all time favorite hotel! The clean, comfy rooms and the magical atmosphere are only cherries on top of what "makes" the place, and that's the staff and the travelers themselves! Beyonca at the bar is a wiz at her craft, all at the bar really are great, especially Lynn, who went above and beyond to make the day pleasant even though I'd lost my phone while out on the town. I think in this day and age human connection and compassion is so vitally important and the heart they put in to this place really gives a girl hope for the world!

Visited Sova for a networking event and had a nice time. We were in the lobby for the event, which had a decent amount of space and seating for the size. Full bar and two staff working both bar (and pouring heavy! Yayyy lol) and register. It took me a second to realize this place was a hotel? Multiple people rolled in with luggage while we were there and one of the staff members working the bar was also checking people in. As far as the event I enjoyed myself, but it might have been a bit much if I was hotel guest and trying to check in.

First time in a Micro Hotel and I liked the layout and vibe of the place. I stayed for work, so I rated it this way bc the hotel room walls are thin. I could hear everyone coming down the hallway as I was trying to sleep, which made it difficult and I'm a hard sleeper. That's no fault to the hotel bc the other guests were very respectful. I just wish the builders would have insulated the rooms better for noise control. That being said, I would visit again but I would bring ear plugs LOL. The location, coziness of the room, price and the high end touches in the room like the super high tech bidet had me impressed. There is no onsite parking, however there is a pay by the day lot directly across the street which isn't a problem. Staff was very friendly, so sitting down at the bar was very enjoyable.

Stayed there a couple years ago, soon after it opened. Have nothing but positive things to say about SOVA. Great price, location , room, etc. The coolest thing, however, was its specific location. It's just a block away from the Dallas Municipal Building, which use to be the Dallas Police HQ. It was in the basement of this building where Jack Ruby shot and killed Lee Harvey Oswald. I asked the entry officer/guard if I could see where it all happened. Of course, I couldn't. Said he saw it once. There's an 'X' marked on the basement floor. But it's all walled off now. I was a little surprised that the hotel staff did not know this history. Maybe because they were new.

Lies from SOVA get you To get a hotel and then leave you In a lobby cause all 7 reservations weren't enough to Open and they shut it down without calling No help Dinner $250 Hotel $1000 Screening $500 Travel $1000 For something in D magazine that's a blatant lie! Don't make reservations Wait for a real Business

Been staying here on business ever since they opened. Great hotel, clean with comfy beds. Staff are ver friendly. Location is close by to many of the areas with great bars and restaurants. The parking lot across the street is inexpensive for downtown parking. Thanks for the fresh coffee in the morning too.

Love the micro hotel concept, check in was easy, with a warm greeting by Briana. The speakeasy is fun, rooms are efficient, clean comfortable and affordable...exactly what I wanted for a quick overnight business trip. Will definitely stay again next time I am in Dallas. Please expand across the country!

Nice rooms but small and no desks to work at. Lotsa weird noises with the HVAC system or pipes. Good price. Would give 3.5 stars given the choice. Would stay there again.

Sova is a cool little hip hotel! It's in a great spot and the bar/front desk is cool! The price was right and everyone was helpful and accommodating... it would have been 4 stars but the bed wasn't very comfy but we will definitely stay again

We stayed here for one night while we were in Dallas and I must say it was a super cute, small hotel. The rooms are cozy with little space outside of your bed and bathroom area. We got a free shot with check-in (every hotel should do this). They had a super nice attendant who was familiar with local restaurants and recommendations and she doubled as the bartender. Would definitely stay there again

One of the worst and overpriced stays ever. Had to change room as heat didn't work nor did TV. The new room was hire smaller. No place for luggage but floor. Hop over bed to get to bathroom. Stay away!!!!

I have never had a better experience at a hotel than I did at Sova. From the second you walk in you are greeted by the most amazing, sweetest staff you can imagine. The drinks are top tier and the atmosphere is incredible. Such a laid back, comforting aroma the owners have created. I slept incredible like I was right at home. I will recommend this hotel over and over! This is my new go-to spot to stay in Dallas.

The Sova hotel is like a scandinavian hotel right in the heart of Dallas. My wife and I stumbled upon it last week on our walk back to Downtown from National Anthem restaurant, which is across the street from Sova. We had a couple of drinks at the Sova bar and and received a tour of various hotel rooms. The first thing we learned was the building was a Nash Car factory. You can still see a mosaic Nash logo in the lobby floor. On the ceiling outside the elevator on the top floor, you'll see an old pulley. Everything else is new and CLEAN. This hotel takes a community-driven approach to hospitality. Each room is cozy with a nice bed, bathroom, and shower. The point is for people to hang out at the lobby bar and explore the town rather than stay in their rooms. So, if you're traveling through Dallas and want to greatly increase your odds of meeting new people, Sova is the best place to stay.

So much to say about my 3 nights here. It's not a bad place to stay but here's what I wish I knew before going. The rooms are "micro". They have a bed, a TV, and a shower (and a bidet). Here's what they don't have: a lamp or anything but the overhead light, coffee maker, or even a cup to drink water out of, soap or anything in the shower to put soap on, windows, extra linens, a place to put your suitcase. There are no places close by to get breakfast. There is a 7-11 on the next corner, but restaurants are a 10 min walk (at least). The rooms are not sound proof, or even quiet. You can hear your neighbors talk; my neighbors talked until about 4 am. I couldn't even be mad because they weren't loud. So all I had was a clean bed and a shower. If that's cool with you, then it's a nice place.

My stay at SOVA was stressful because the AC machine was making horribly loud clicking / creaking noises all night that made it very difficult to get any sleep at all. I turned it off but there were no windows so there's not enough airflow without it on. I attached a couple of videos of the AC unit noises as I hope this is something you can fix for future guests. The room I stayed in was 200, they called it the smallest room in Dallas. It was basically a toilet, shower, and bed, separated by a curtain (not a door) and a couple of steps distance. This is not a room for more than one person, unless you want to make eye contact while using the toilet. The sink was oddly tight and difficult to use; the faucet is very low and the sink bowl is a flat, angled slab with a narrow gap for you to slide your hands into. The toilet had a nice heated seat which was easily the best thing about the room. It also had a bidet with features like water massage, which was interesting. The staff were friendly and nice and the location is good.

Cool euro vibe! Modern hotel with micro suites. Amaya took great care of us at the bar in the lobby! You guys rock!

Loved this little hotel! It was walking distance from downtown-so nice. It was a very good price and as soon as we got there they were having 1 free sangria per guest happy hour. The building is adorable on the outside and so nice and modern on the inside. The room is small but it was perfect for my boyfriend and I. The bidet is also a very cool feature! Enjoyed our stay and was pleasantly surprised. Would stay again!!!

I was very impressed with the renovation of Sova and thought the rooms where thoughtful and the service was great. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a drink or a great night's stay. Great all around!

Super close to everything downtown, and perfect for an overnight stay-cation. Simple, clean, affordable! And enjoyed talking to the owner. Love the concept!! Consider Seattle!! ;)

Awesome vibe, such a cool bar. Really cool people. The rooms are awesome. Japanese toilets are a highlight!

the a/c went out at 1am. they said they would call me back when they figured it out. at 2:30 am it's sweltering. no one called me. i went downstairs and no one was there. i had to yell out hello until someone cam in. from outside. they said the JUST found out that a guest had flipped the breaker and it only effected the floor i was on. i asked for another room. they didn't have another room. i asked to comp me and they said they would check into it. i asked for another hotel and they said it was booked up. i called and found 1 room at the hilton down the street and for them to comp me there. they said they could book me a hotel down the street at magnolia. i am infuriated. it is 3am. i have a meeting in 6 hours.

Decent location and friendly staff but not many other benefits to staying here IMO. Walls are so thin you can hear the television in the adjacent room and it feels like you're in the room with the person next door- I could even hear the person next door snoring for example. The rooms are very small as the name denotes, but also devoid of natural light and it feels like the bed is practically in the bathroom- because it is. Other small issues were previous guest's hair still on bathroom floor which concerns me regarding level of cleanliness, and the air unit was abnormally loud at random times throughout the night. This place also lacks many simple, standard amenities of a 'hotel' but there's a full service bar downstairs which I guess could be a plus for some. Overall, I think the owner may have envisioned the aesthetic without following through with functionality and comfort. I can't personally recommend this place, but i can see how it may be suitable for some people.

The hotel is amazing and the speakeasy, 520, is so cute and very vibey. The drinks were affordable and some of the best drinks I've ever had. Would absolutely go back!!! It's a must do!

Excellent staff. Terrific location. Family safe and secure rooms are fresh and new. The shower is robust. The toilet is unbelievable.

If I could rate it 10 stars I would!!! The Shrink family is the most welcoming and kindhearted individuals that I've ever come across. They take their time with guests ensuring top tier service. My favorite interaction by far was when they spent 15 minutes handwriting a list of attractions/restaurants/things to do in Dallas (a glimpse to the personable experiences my boyfriend and I had). Overall, I cannot express my gratitude, we will be returning! Don't let the few reviews scare you, they opened in October and are still trying grow their name. If you want luxury and affordability, BOOK!!!!

The customer service and courtesy of the staff is top notch! The hotel is clean and well kept. The service and cleanliness both exceeded my expectations. Two thumbs up for SOVA, I will recommend this hotel when asked for a place to stay in Dallas.

Thank you Blake and Brandon! My mom and I had a great trip to Dallas on Halloween weekend. Everybody was so nice and the beds are very comfortable. The building is beautiful. I will definitely stay here when we come back!!