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1. DOT Sofia

DOT Sofia
3.5 star property
Sofia City Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in elegant modern building, "
United States
Nicklas
The price is ￥26,611
￥32,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
DOT Sofia
A building with a sign reading "Aurora Sofia" at the entrance.

2. Aurora Sofia Hotel

Aurora Sofia Hotel
3.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥12,071
￥13,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Aurora Sofia Hotel
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a round table, and a kitchen with built-in appliances.

3. VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel

VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel
4.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Good location just off vitoshe blvd. More like a small apartment than a room and a little dated. Bed comfortable, shower good pressure. No Youtube or Netflix on TV. Breakfast poor for €15 ,mainly continental style but will make you scrambled eggs and bacon. Not really worth the price."
United Kingdom
Milan
The price is ￥18,298
￥20,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel
A modern building with a restaurant named "OOKO KITCHEN: DRINKS" at night.

4. Juno Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels

Juno Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels
5.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"My favorite hotel in Sofia . Great facilities and super nice and helpful staff. The breakfast is top, and so is their restaurant for dinner and lunch ."
United States
Maria
The price is ￥26,833
￥29,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Juno Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels
A rooftop lounge with a circular seating area, a fire pit, and a view of a cityscape and a mosque in the background.

5. Hyatt Regency Sofia

Hyatt Regency Sofia
5.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (294 reviews)
"They had a beautiful rooftop bar with great views, and the hotel was in a good location. I enjoyed my stay."
United States
Norah
The price is ￥20,335
￥22,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hyatt Regency Sofia
A window with a view of a building with a sign reading "Geotechnik".

6. Casa Ferrari B & B

Casa Ferrari B & B
3.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"With only 3 rooms I was able to talk with the co-owner who was extremely helpful and informative on local sites and historical information."
Canada
Jerry
The price is ￥14,047
￥15,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Casa Ferrari B & B
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a dining table set with plates and glasses, and a view of a historic building with domes and a clock tower.

7. InterContinental Sofia by IHG

InterContinental Sofia by IHG
5.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (816 reviews)
"Perfect location, super helpful staff, great amenities!"
United States
Roumiana
The price is ￥22,512
￥25,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
InterContinental Sofia by IHG
A bar area with a counter, shelves of bottles, and a television. There are tables and chairs arranged for seating.

8. Central West Hotel

Central West Hotel
2.5 star property
Sofia City Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Just outside main tourist zone, good location for walking"
Greece
Craig
The price is ￥11,826
￥13,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Central West Hotel
A modern hotel building with a prominent "BI HOTEL" sign at the top.

9. B1 Downtown Hotel

B1 Downtown Hotel
3.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Great location, parking close by for a fee, quick check in, quiet, would stay again."
United States
Emily
The price is ￥11,775
￥13,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
B1 Downtown Hotel
A modern interior with a panoramic city view, featuring a wooden floor, two sofas, a round table, and two bookshelves.

10. Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
5.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (656 reviews)
"Tres bon hotel a Sofia"
France
thierry
The price is ￥24,985
￥27,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
A modern interior with a large open space, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering city views.

11. Hotel Kitchen59

Hotel Kitchen59
4.0 star property
Sofia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Great space, great staff."
Greece
Maria
The price is ￥12,469
￥14,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Hotel Kitchen59
A modern building with a red and grey facade, featuring a gallery, rock bar, and hotel signage.

12. ART HOTEL 158

ART HOTEL 158
3.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (273 reviews)
"Good location near main churches, good transport near by, clesn bug room, cheap and cheerful breakfast"
United Kingdom
Sean
The price is ￥12,993
￥14,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
ART HOTEL 158
A restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and hanging lights.

13. Agora Boutique

Agora Boutique
3.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥33,363
￥36,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Agora Boutique
A narrow brick pathway flanked by lush greenery and a yellow building with a balcony.

14. 5 Vintage Guest House

5 Vintage Guest House
3.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (193 reviews)
"Such a great find! Excellent price for a lovely apartment. Access to a kitchen with hot drinks, snacks and cooking facilities. Room was modern and clean. Bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing. Staff were helpful. Not much room needed to make improvements as everything was perfect other than I messaged to let them know what time I would arrive on Expedia and no one responded! Other than that excellent stay and would highly recommend!"
United Kingdom
Angela
The price is ￥6,840
￥7,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
5 Vintage Guest House
A building with outdoor seating, a tree with lights, and a sign for 'Modgeia'.

15. Oborishte 63 Boutique Hotel

Oborishte 63 Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (120 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Canada
Daniel
The price is ￥18,458
￥20,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Oborishte 63 Boutique Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a well-lit entrance, outdoor seating area, and a stone-paved courtyard.

16. The Moon Boutique Hotel

The Moon Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful at check in and suggesting restaurants. The locations is central and easy to get to."
United States
Heather
The price is ￥15,444
￥17,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Moon Boutique Hotel
A view through large windows of a building with a golden dome and a bell tower, with chairs and tables inside.

17. Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels

Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels
5.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (621 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Issachar dov
The price is ￥23,093
￥25,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels
A rooftop terrace with tables set for dining, overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.

18. Grand Hotel Sofia

Grand Hotel Sofia
5.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"My go to hotel in Sofia"
United States
raycho
The price is ￥21,629
￥24,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Grand Hotel Sofia
A hotel room with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

19. Lopera Guest House

Lopera Guest House
3.5 star property
Sofia City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Staff were really lovely and have suggestions on what to do in the area. Close to lots of restaurants "
United Kingdom
Holly
The price is ￥8,201
￥9,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Lopera Guest House
A building facade with a sign for 'la branche' food, bar, and garden. There are potted plants and a flag with the Crystal Palace Sofia logo.

20. Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel

Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Sofia City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (270 reviews)
"Very clean, very helpful, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay"
United Kingdom
Victoria Louise
The price is ￥21,512
￥23,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel
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Top Sofia Hotel Reviews

Sofia Balkan Palace

Sofia Balkan Palace

8/10 Good
"Great breakfast most importantly delicious. Staff most helpful. Grandiois entrance. In the middle of everything, especially cafes and Bars. 25m from the Metro entrance on the right turn from the main intrance. Lovely hotel."
Shokor 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Sofia Balkan Palace
Central Hotel Sofia

Central Hotel Sofia

10/10 Excellent
"The front desk staff were very helpful."
Eduardo 3-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Central Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Sofia?
During a vacation in Sofia, those interested in local history may want to plan a visit to the cathedral. While you're here, be sure to check out the shops and museums. During your stay in this culturally rich area, you can also relish a trip to the cafes.
What's the best hotel in Sofia that's close to historical sites?
Based on our travel expertise, Italian House Rooms the heart of Sofia is a top guesthouse for history buffs booking on Expedia and it features in-room refrigerators. Saint Nedelya Church is a short walk away.
How many historical hotels will I find in Sofia?
Sofia is home to 667 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the top historical places and other sights in Sofia?
Sofia is notable for its cathedral and landmarks like Saint Nedelya Church, Church of St. George, and Sofia Central Mineral Baths. Cultural venues include Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Boyana Church, and National art gallery. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Saint Sofia Monument and Vitoshka Boulevard.
What is a historic hotel like in Sofia?
By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two in a building that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Sofia, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what's most important. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Sofia have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Sofia, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.