Luxury hotels in Sofia

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Sofia. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Casa Boyana Boutique Hotel Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. The charming Casa Boyana Boutique Hotel is close to the Boyana Church in a picturesque residential district, a 10-minute drive from Sofia’s city centre. The property has a warm and intimate ambiance, with rooms offering splendid city or mountain views. Exquisite à la carte meals are served in the stylish restaurant, including breakfast. It is also fully renovated and with an exclusive wine selection. The lobby bar serving refreshing beverages is open around the clock. Guests can benefit of the sauna and fitness facilities free of charge. Guests also have a 10% discount in the restaurant. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 171 BGN.

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• 2 Hyatt Regency Sofia Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Sofia. Situated in the heart of Sofia, within walking distance of many parks and cultural hotspots, Hyatt Regency Sofia offers a wellness centre, a rooftop bar and the exclusive Regency Club lounge. This 5-star hotel provides its guests with free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange. All guestrooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, Hyatt Grand Bed, generous workspace, a bathroom with walk-in rain shower and amenities such as 65” flat-screen TV with content streaming services, smart lighting, individual climate control, in-room safety deposit box and tea and coffee-making facilities. A lavish breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. There is a deli cafe, The Revolutionary Dining Room, serving modern Italian cuisine and The Scene Rooftop Bar, offering view of the city and Vitosha mountain. Guests can benefit from a range of wellness facilities such as indoor hydrotherapy pool, steam room and salt therapy room, hammam, as well as Finish and bio saunas.Hyatt Regency Sofia has also a 24/7 fitness centre with the latest Technogym equipment and a beauty salon on site. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski and Presidency. The nearest airport is Sofia, 9.3 km from the hotel, and a paid airport shuttle service is available. Many of the rooms feature balconies with lovely garden view. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 269 BGN.

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• 3 Grand Hotel Sofia Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Sofia. Set a 5-minute walk from the Serdika underground railway station, the 5-star Grand Hotel Sofia is located right in the heart of Sofia, overlooking the City Garden. It offers large rooms, free Wi-Fi and free indoor parking. The National Theatre, the Bulgarian National bank and all government institutions are just a few steps away from the Grand Hotel Sofia. The closest metro station is a 5-minute walk away. The hotel interior benefits from a unique collection of over 400 original oil paintings. All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with Smart TV. Private bathrooms come with a shower and a bath, as well as a hairdryer, free toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. The Shades of Red gourmet restaurant overlooks the City Garden and offers a wide selection of delights from the international and local cuisine. The hotel also provides a private lounge area. The Grand Café with open-air terrace is the ideal venue to enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee, a drink to quench a thirst, or the delights of an extensive pastry menu. With its lush green plants and elegant décor, the terrace provides a magnificent setting for relaxing or enjoying afternoon coffee while watching the world go by. At Grand Hotel Sofia guests can also benefit from using a fitness centre, a health centre and a hairstyle studio. A lobby bar, room service, laundry and dry cleaning are also available. Sofia Airport is located 11 km away and the hotel offers a 24-hour airport shuttle service upon request and at a surcharge. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 215 BGN.

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• 4 Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Sofia. Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia is located in the heart of the city, at a walking distance from the vibrant city center area, filled with iconic historical and cultural sights, vast green parks and numerous government institutions. The hotel features spa centre at surcharge, 5 restaurants, fitness centre, bars and shared lounges. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, helipad, convention centre, room service and ticket service for guests. The interior benefits from a six-storey Atrium. All units are equipped with air conditioning, electric remote-controlled curtains, floor-to-ceiling soundproof windows and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom features a bathtub and a rainfall shower, bathrobe and slippers, professional hair dryer and luxury bath amenities. Rooms provide guests with views of the park, the mountain and the city. Buffet breakfast is served daily at the accommodation. Millennium Spa and Wellness Centre offers a panoramic swimming pool, hydromassage hot tubs, a Finland bath with panorama view, aroma and infrared sauna, marine salt steam bath, Oriental hammam bath, Himalayan salt room, relax room with water beds and Thai massage zone. Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia features also a gift shop and newspapers for its guests. National Palace of Culture is 600 metres from the hotel, while Presidency is 2 km away. The nearest Sofia airport is 10.9 km from Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. The nearest metro station is a 5-minute walk away. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 244 BGN.

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• 5 InterContinental Sofia, an IHG Hotel Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Sofia. Located in the heart of Sofia, InterContinental Sofia offers two restaurants, a 24/7 fitness centre and city and mountain views. The hotel’s location provides easy access to the main historical and cultural buildings, as well as to the shopping area. Among the facilities at this property are a concierge service and ticket service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. Guest rooms at InterContinental Sofia have air conditioning and a desk. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or a à la carte breakfast. InterContinental Sofia offers a terrace. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sofia, like hiking, skiing and cycling. The property's location also provides easy access to the main historical and cultural buildings, as well as the main shopping area. There is a tour desk and car rentals are available, while the business centre has newspapers and an ATM machine. Popular points of interest near InterContinental Sofia include Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski and Ivan Vazov Theater. The nearest airport is Sofia, 9 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Please, be informed that Sofia Municipality has planned road and pavement improvement of Narodno Sabranie Square from 23.07.2022 until 10.09.2022. During that period, we kindly ask you to consider alternative parking zone at St. Alexander Cathedral. Should you need assistance, please contact our experienced Concierge Team via email: [email protected] Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 240 BGN.

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• 6 All Seasons Residence Hotel Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. The All Seasons Residence Hotel is located in a picturesque residential district of Sofia, just a 10-minute drive from Sofia city centre. It has an stylish restaurant with garden views, and a lobby bar, where guests can enjoy a variety of drinks. The hotel also includes a kids club, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi access. Offering views over the city or Vitosha Mountain, all rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a laptop-size safe. A private bathroom is included in all units. Guests at All Seasons Residence Hotel can enjoy a continental breakfast. The on-site restaurant serves exquisite à la carte meals for lunch and dinner. Boyana Church is a 3-minute walk from the accommodation, while American Embassy Sofia is 4.3 km from the property. A bus stops right in front of the property. The nearest airport is Sofia Airport, 15 km from the property, and airport shuttle can be arranged on request and at extra charge. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 180 BGN.

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• 7 Sense Hotel Sofia Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Sofia. Opened in 2013, the 5-star Sense Hotel Sofia, a member of Design Hotels, enjoys a prime location on Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard, a few steps from the Parliament. It comprises an exclusive spa area with indoor stainless steel pool, a panoramic rooftop bar and a stylish restaurant serving selected Mediterranean fusion cuisine. Boasting large floor-to-ceiling windows, Hotel Sense’s accommodation features a 42' LCD TV with web browser, an iPod docking station as well as individually controlled air conditioning and light. Free Molton Brown’s cosmetics can be found in the modern bathrooms. Most of the units are overlooking the nearby Alexander Nevski Cathedral. Work out in the fitness centre, equipped with extensive Technogym facilities, or pamper yourself to a massage after an active day. Aqua gym with a professional trainer is available free of charge and upon request and availability during weekdays. Concierge services are offered at the reception, and a business corner is also available. The lobby is a good place to meet your friends or business partners at an exquisite drink or a cup of coffee. At the lobby you can also find a Modern Art Gallery. Various trendy bars, cafés and restaurants in the vicinity tempt you to venture out and feel the contemporary pulse of the city. All major attractions and institutions of Sofia are within short walking distance. Free high-speed WiFi is provided on the premises. Metro Station Sofia University is 400 metres away, offering convenient connections throughout the city. Business Park Sofia is 11 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 236 BGN.

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• 8 Maison Sofia - MGallery Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Located in Sofia's Lozentz district near the Tokuda Hospital, Maison Sofia - MGallery consists of 3 buildings and features accommodation with large balconies and free WiFi access. Close to the property there is the Maleeva Tennis Club. Paradise Center Mall is within 1. 5 km. Sofia International Airport is 10 km away and the city centre is 3.5 km away. Subway Station James Boucher is reachable in 1 km. Maison Sofia - MGallery's restaurant with its elegant and stylish interior has a capacity for 80 people in the lounge and 30 in the garden. It offers international cuisine, a weekly lunch menu as well as a fine wine selection. Other facilities include a business centre. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 77 EUR.

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• 9 Hotel Anel Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Sofia. Hotel Anel is situated in the centre of Sofia, offering spacious rooms and free Wi-Fi internet access. All rooms are decorated with crisp colours, unique furniture and original artwork. The private bathrooms come with a bathtub and free toiletries. The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine accompanied by a wide selection of wines and gentle live piano music. Special menus and discounts are available to guests staying at the hotel, and there is a lobby bar serving aromatic teas and coffees. There is a 24-hour room service. At the Sports Center guests can make free use of the heated indoor pool, hot tub and gym. For an additional charge, guests can also relax in a steam bath, sauna and infrared cabin, or enjoy a wide offer of massage and beauty treatments. A shuttle service at a surcharge is available to and from Sofia Airport and guests can book their airport transfer prior to arrival. The nearest metro station is reachable within 100 metres of the hotel, which also provides paid private parking. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 209 BGN.

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• 10 Sofia Hotel Balkan, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Sofia Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Sofia. Enjoying a privileged location in the heart of Sofia, next to Serdika Underground Station, the exclusive Sofia Hotel Balkan, a Luxury Collection Hotel. It includes Bar Basilica and Restaurant Labels. The Sofia Balkan Hotel provides various dining options, a health club, a 24-hour business centre, and various shops. You also enjoy free WiFi access in the lobby and in the rooms. Sofia Airport and the Mladost Business Park are 10 km from this Luxury Collection Hotel. The Mall and the Armeec Arena are 6 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 155 EUR.

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• 11 Hilton Sofia Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Located in Sofia’s center, Hilton Sofia is next to the South Park and opposite the National Palace of Culture. Next to the hotel is the European Union metro station, which takes guests to Airport in 25 minutes. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, and a free connectivity station with Apple and PC computers and printer is provided in the lobby. The newly refurbished and soundproof rooms at Hilton Sofia are decorated in warm colors and offer panoramic park, city and mountain views, as well opening windows, mini-bar, smart TV, tea & coffee makers and safety deposit box. All rooms also feature a 40-inch LED flat-screen TV and a spacious seating area and working space. A rich buffet breakfast is served daily at Hilton Sofia. Guests in Executive rooms and suites can enjoy an addition voucher of 30 BGN Food & Drinks credit, per adult, per day and 4 complimentary minibar items. Main pedestrian shopping street - Vitosha is just a 5-minutes’ walk away and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is 20 minutes walking. A daily airport shuttle is offered upon request. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around 131 EUR.

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• 12 Hotel Marinela Sofia Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Hotel. Set а 20-minute drive from Sofia Airport, the newly redesigned Hotel Marinela Sofia features an indoor pool, 6 restaurants, 4 bars, a fitness club, and scenic city and mountain views. The unique Japanese Garden is suitable for relaxation or brain storming sessions. Each Deluxe room and Junior Suite features individually controlled air conditioning and heating systems, a flat-screen TV with cable or satellite channels, free WiFi and a modern hotel entertainment system with video and music on demand. The en-suite bathrooms are fitted with a bath, a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Bathrobes and slippers are provided as well. The modern fitness centre at the Marinela Sofia includes a large indoor pool opening at 360 Health club to a sunbathing lawn and massage rooms. Yoga and spinning classes are available as well. The extensive arcade features a styling salon with facial and body care at styling salon, massage therapies, manicure and pedicure, as well as other boutiques. The 6 restaurants and 4 bars offer culinary creations from world cuisines. You can sip aromatic coffee or tea on the sun-lit terrace of Sakura Lobby bar or try our exquisite delights prepared by the Executive Chef at Ambassador Restaurant. You can enjoy fresh fish at Captain Cook or sushi at Umami, dine overlooking the city in Panorama Restaurant and top up with a fabulous night at Megami club. Street Lounge bar is the is the perfect place for personal and business meetings. The hotel has large ballroom and conference hall, 13 other meeting rooms and a remarkable room on the top floor of the Hotel Marinela, with a unique view of Sofia. James Bourchier Underground Station is 300 metres away, and the centre of Sofia can be reached in a 10-minute walk. It takes a 20-minute drive to the Vitosha ski slopes and lift stations Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around 209 BGN.

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• 13 Hotel Emirates Sofia, Bulgaria

  

  Aparthotel. Hotel Emirates offers elegant accommodation, 4 km from the centre of Sofia. The Marina spa centre covers 3 floors, and also includes a 25-metre indoor swimming pool and outdoor water sunbeds. The Vitosha Ski Resort lies a 15-minute drive away. In the residence there is also "Rose" restaurant which offers a large selection of Mediterranean food. All of the luxuriously furnished rooms at the Hotel Emirates are enjoying panoramic views to the Vitosha Mountain or the city. Some have ultra-modern cooking facilities for self-catering purposes. Amenities also include a flat-screen cable TV and free WiFi. The impressive array of wellness facilities on offer includes a hot tub, a panoramic sauna, a Turkish bath, a roman bath, a large gym - part of the "Pulse fitness and spa chain", and a massage and beauty parlour. The building also houses a stylish lobby bar and room service is part of the services available at the 24-hour reception desk. Guests can rent cars directly at the property. The closest bus stop is 150 metres from the apartments, while the Central Train Station and Bus Terminal is 6 km away. Free outdoor and underground parking spaces are at guests' disposal. Shuttle services to and from Sofia Airport are arranged upon request. The hotel has an electric charging station for electric cars. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!