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Grand Hotel Sofia

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

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In the heart of Sofia City Center, Grand Hotel Sofia offers a luxurious retreat with an on-site art gallery and shopping mall. Indulge in spa treatments or savor lunch and dinner at Shades of Red, which boasts garden views. Families will appreciate the playground while coffee lovers can unwind at the coffee shop/cafe.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • 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 (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
The current price is $127
$142 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13

Why we love this property

Elegant natural backdrop
This hotel in a state park offers luxury living with stunning natural views. The art gallery, garden, and garden-view restaurant create a refined escape.
Foodie paradise
Garden-view dining awaits at the restaurant. A cafe and bar add extra appeal, while buffet breakfast provides the perfect morning start.
Luxury in every detail
Sink into hypo-allergenic bedding after a dip in the deep soaking tub. Blackout drapes ensure uninterrupted sleep in this luxury hotel.

Room options

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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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King 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

  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive twin room with great view

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

Executive twin room with great view

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Executive family room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • Church of St. George - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 19 min drive
  • Sofia Sever Station - 7 min drive
  • Sofia Central Station - 28 min walk
  • Serdika Station - 8 min walk
  • Lavov Most Station - 18 min walk
  • Central Bus Station - Sofia - 26 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Hotel Sofia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zoya - ‬3 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 122 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

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

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (EUR 30 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

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

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
  • Free extra futon
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk

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: EUR 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: EUR 1.53 per person, per night
  • Administrative fee: EUR 0.14 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 22 for adults and EUR 22 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 40 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)
  • Spa access is available for an extra charge of EUR 15 per night

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 30 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard
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 EUR 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Grand Hotel Sofia?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 30 per night.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Grand Hotel Sofia?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 40 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 hot 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 Slaveykov Square. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Grand Hotel Sofia Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent with a good choice of hot or cold options. (19 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

very close to city. center, lots of bar and restaurant nearby. all good here!
yucheng, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Bathroom amenities, spacious room, comfortable space, convenient location
Justine M, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. The room was big and cosy.
amos, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

good service, great location, great food, excellent room.
Pai Yu, 15-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, large rooms, very good breakfast, serviceable staff
Sergio, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, location is perfect!
Kiraly, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious and clean, with great water pressure. The staff were friendly and everything was perfect.
Youngkyu, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was perfect, the staff more than professional thanks a lot - and see you again
Vladimir, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very helpfull and did their best to have a great weekend in Sofia.
Abraham, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Accommodating staf, spacious rooms, good location.
Grzegorz, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Exceptionally classical decor with caring and professional support staffs, The hotel is supremely situated for a first time visitor to explore the highlights of magnificent Sofia.
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, clean room and comfortable bed.
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great selection
Justine M, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

nice hotel very good service great locartion
Tamar, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

impeccable hotel, very well located and with excellent service and friendly staff
IANNIS, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was cleaned daily, breakfast didn’t have much variety but was adequate. The spa jacuzzi wasn’t working for the three days I was there. The staff were friendly, location was pretty and so handy for every where. Would love to stay again
sonya ghosh, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is very central, the rooms are huge and very comfortable. The room was very clean and with nice amenities.
Shaul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff very courteous and professional. Beautiful location in centre of Sofia close to all the national sites. Very enjoyable stay.
Cyril, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very spacious room with beautiful wood furniture. The bathroom was exceptionally nice and even featured a bidet. The staff were all friendly and helpful. The location was very walkable to all the sites. Highly recommend this hotel!
Nell, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious and great breakfast.
Jocelyn Caramat, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

excellent location, huge and comfortable room, good breakfast
shlomo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Located close to all you need as a tourist
Hans-Erik, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always exceptional service
evgenia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Great location and friendly staff. The rooms were comfortable and clean.
Andrew, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was very clean, the staff were very pleasant. The only downside was the extreme heat, we did not seem to have anyway of turning down the heat in the room, as well as the hotel generally being over heated. Also they're was very strong scent in the Repton and corridors
Angela, 3-night trip