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Grand Hotel Sofia

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Sofia City Center with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Corner Suite bright and cozy | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Panorama Suite on the top floor with a huge terrace | Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Panorama Suite on the top floor with a huge terrace | Terrace/patio
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport transfer
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Train station pick-up service
  • Limo/town car service
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
The price is $113
includes taxes & fees
$102 per night
Dec 21 - Dec 22

Room options

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View all photos for Corner Suite bright and cozy

Corner Suite bright and cozy | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Corner Suite bright and cozy

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 753 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior room, extremely spacious and comfortable

Superior room, extremely spacious and comfortable | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior room, extremely spacious and comfortable

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Panorama Suite on the top floor with a huge terrace

Panorama Suite on the top floor with a huge terrace | Terrace/patio

Panorama Suite on the top floor with a huge terrace

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior twin room, extremely spacious and comfortable

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior twin room, extremely spacious and comfortable

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive room with great view

Executive room with great view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive room with great view

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive twin room with great view

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive twin room with great view

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Single Room with Garden View

Superior Single Room with Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room with Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Grand Suite, lavish classical design with dazzling views

Grand Suite, lavish classical design with dazzling views | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Grand Suite, lavish classical design with dazzling views

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1507 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panorama room on the top floor with a terrace

Panorama room on the top floor with a terrace | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Panorama room on the top floor with a terrace

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 431 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Airport transfer
Pet friendly
Parking available
Free WiFi
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1077)
The price is $110
includes taxes & fees
$100 per night
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Gurko Str, Sofia, 1000

What's nearby

  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • National Palace of Culture - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 17 min drive
  • Sofia Sever Station - 15 min drive
  • Sofia Central Station - 27 min walk
  • Serdika Station - 8 min walk
  • Lavov Most Station - 18 min walk
  • Central Bus Station - Sofia - 25 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel Sofia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shades Of Red - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Sofia

Located near a train station, Grand Hotel Sofia is a great choice for a stay in Sofia. You can indulge in facials or mani/pedis, and Shades of Red serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is close by: Serdika Station is just 8 minutes by foot.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 122 rooms
  • Arranged over 9 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (BGN 60 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
  • Train station pick-up*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Art gallery on site
  • Designer stores on site
  • Shopping mall on site

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Shades of Red - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: BGN 100 per day

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: BGN 1.20 per person, per night
  • Spa fee: BGN 39 per person, per night
  • COVID-19 testing fee (PCR screening): BGN 120 per person, per stay
  • COVID-19 testing fee (antigen/rapid screening): BGN 60 per person, per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately BGN 37.16 for adults and BGN 37.16 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of BGN 78 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for BGN 29.34 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of BGN 97.80 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs BGN 60 per night

Policies

Some rooms at this property are not suitable for children. Please add child ages in the search parameters to display available rooms.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Grand Hotel Sofia
Grand Sofia
Sofia Grand Hotel
Grand Hotel Sofia Hotel
Grand Hotel Sofia Sofia
Grand Hotel Sofia Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Hotel Sofia offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Grand Hotel Sofia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Sofia?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of BGN 97.80 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Grand Hotel Sofia?
Yes. Self parking costs BGN 60 per night.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Grand Hotel Sofia?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is BGN 78 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Hotel Sofia?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Grand Hotel Sofia and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy fun activities nearby like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Grand Hotel Sofia?
Yes, Shades of Red offers garden views.
Does Grand Hotel Sofia have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Grand Hotel Sofia like?
Grand Hotel Sofia is in Sofia City Center, a short 8-minute walk from Serdika Station and 2 minutes' walk from Ivan Vazov National Theatre. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel
Ayman, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel
Absolutely amazing hotel, staff were super friendly and efficient, room was great, very clean and spacious and great location, what more could you possibly want or need 😊
Graham, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Guy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel great location
Beautiful old world hotel. Big room, comfortable bed, great location. Breakfast was excellent. Room was clean and service was excellent.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Bethan, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Menny, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderfull. Huge suit. Good service. Good breakfast. The location is great
NURIT, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Rachel, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in Sofia.
Grand Hotel Sofia is likely the best hotel in Sofia.
ROGER, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gran hotel Sofia - wonderful
A superb hotel with top service from staff!!! Wonderful very large rooms Excellent breakfast, Loacated in the center
yosef, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed Sofia
Lovely staff.
3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Lozina, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel, very close to all major attractio
Excellent hotel with excellent service. Great location.
Upal, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ryan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Dermot, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Houman, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The food was good The only negative is that the bartender was a little rude to my husband and the driver in the morning to take us to the airport never showed up. So someone else had to take us which was just fine.
karen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Faye, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended!
Free upgrade given without asking helped. Good quality 5* hotel. Good value for money too. Most reception staff were friendly. Good even spread air con. Spacious bathroom with all amenities. Shower leaked. Good location although 1.5 miles from railway station.
Ian, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Dermot, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in Sofia
The grand hotel is a fantastic gem in the middle of the city of Sofia walking to everything! I highly recommend
Heidi, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

True 5 star luxury hotel!
We have stayed here multiple times. Only disappointed was that we were not aware that the parking was no longer free… was given a discount being a repeat guest
Jay, 3-night trip
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