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5 Vintage Guest House

Centrum, Sofia

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, 5 Vintage Guest House offers accommodations in Sofia. Rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable channels.

a
angella
From
Italy
Very central...kind staff. Immaculately clean. Very well furnished and super fast Wi-Fi. Oh...and the beds wee super comfy!!! Great water pressure in the shower too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,689 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$60.13
1 night, 2 adults

Green Cube Capsule Hostel

Sofia

Located in Sofia and with Sofia Central Railway Station reachable within a 8-minute walk, Green Cube Capsule Hostel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the...

S
Somboon
From
Thailand
The location is near bus station . Property quite new, clean and fully equipped. Bed capsule is the best quiet and personal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,010 reviews
Location 8.3
Price from
$54.12
1 night, 2 adults

10 Coins Hostel & tours

Sofia

Located in Sofia and with Sofia Central Railway Station reachable within 1.8 miles, 10 Coins Hostel & tours provides express check-in and check-out, rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the...

J
John
From
United States
Great price for this hostel, fast wifi, quiet and clean. To the railway and bus station 5 min by metro, the city center is only 10 min.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews
Location 8.0
Price from
$57.13
1 night, 2 adults

"No party & Many rules" Hostel N1

Oborishte, Sofia

Featuring a shared lounge, "No party & Many rules" Hostel N1 is located in the center of Sofia, a 4-minute walk from Council of Ministers Building.

L
Lynn
From
Canada
1.Location is perfect, easy to get to from the airport by metro stop Serdika and there is Lidl and a huge supermarket in 2-3 min. 2. Bed is comfortable with curtains, light and plug by the bed. and big storage locker ( need key deposit) and towel for free. 3. There is tea/coffee/coco in the kitchen and small stove for use. 4. Common room is nice though i didn’t stay at the common room that much 5. Wifi is great. 6. Lady owner is very polite and even though she doesn’t speak English, with Google translation we could communicate and she is very kind to accommodate my request 7. My room has 6 bunk beds with Air conditioning so it’s good otherwise is too hot. ( remote is at reception)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 667 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$42.31
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse32

Centrum, Sofia

Located in a historical building dating back to the early 1900s, Guesthouse32 in Sofia center offers free WiFi, a garden with a terrace, free air conditioning, free tea and instant coffee corner, as...

J
Juan
From
Colombia
Lovely place, close to everything! The facilities are amazing. Rudy is very kind and open to help you in everything you need. It’s a lovely place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$63.14
1 night, 2 adults

The Green Bar House

Centrum, Sofia

Attractively located in Sofia, The Green Bar House has air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski, Sofia University St.

P
Pankova
From
Bulgaria
The beds are comfortable ,the location is good and the price is suitable. It's a good choice for big groups.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$69.15
1 night, 2 adults

Bla Bla Hostel

Oborishte, Sofia

Located in Sofia and with Council of Ministers Building reachable within a 4-minute walk, Bla Bla Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout...

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Elif Mihrisah Can
From
Estonia
clean, staff is friendly, feels safe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,226 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$32.47
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Mostel Hub Rooms and Apartments

Centrum, Sofia

Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, Hostel Mostel Hub Rooms and Apartments is located in the center of Sofia, a 13-minute walk from Banya Bashi Mosque.

B
B
From
Bulgaria
It's great you can meet people from all over the world. It's clean, staff is always helpful, and you can play games like billiards, chess, or if you're bored listen to music with your earphones on one of their pc's, or scroll your fb or instagram. But who needs that if you have so many chatty people around? You can also cook (try to bake bulgarian banitsa - if you're still hungry after eating that I will leave my number for complains). It's great you can have coffee on the balcony and always hot water to shower. I like that they have everywhere water jugs - so you need only the coffee. So, that's it. Have a nice stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,188 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$36.08
1 night, 2 adults

Ivory Tower Hostel

Centrum, Sofia

Located in Sofia, a 7-minute walk from Banya Bashi Mosque, Ivory Tower Hostel provides accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Sidalpha96
From
India
The staff here are the best ! They are really helpful and friendly. I left my luggage for a week and it was kept safe They even helped me to get some xerox done The rooms are nice and comfortable Highly recommended !! Location is good, all amenities are present
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,270 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
$36.26
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Mostel Sofia

Centrum, Sofia

Hostel Mostel Sofia is set in a renovated building from the 19th century, enjoying a quiet location in the center of Sofia. A modern, shared kitchen is at guests’ disposal.

C
Charles
From
France
Nicest staff ever Social atmosphere Outside area Large common room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,971 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$42.09
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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Save money on hostels in Sofia and nearby – budget options available

  • Orient Express Guest House

    Sofia
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as barbecue facilities, Orient Express Guest House is located in the center of Sofia, a 9-minute walk from Council of Ministers Building.

    From $41.49 per night
  • Key Hostel Vitosha

    Sofia
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Located conveniently in the Centrum district of Sofia, Key Hostel Vitosha is located a 10-minute walk from NDK, half a mile from Archaeological Museum and a 11-minute walk from Presidency.

  • Hostel Elena

    Sofia
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 837 reviews

    Located in Sofia, 2.3 miles from Boyana Church, Hostel Elena has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From $42.70 per night
  • Tabasko

    Sofia
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.1
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

    Tabasko features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Sofia. The property is located 1.9 miles from NDK, 2 miles from Ivan Vazov Theater and 2.1 miles from Vasil Levski Stadium Station.

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Sofia and nearby

  • Serdika Rooms

    Sofia
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property and an automated check-in/check-out, Serdika Rooms offers pet-friendly accommodations in Sofia, 656 feet from Council of Ministers Building.

    From $44.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews

    Located 0.9 mi from the Central Railway Station in Sofia, Elegance on a Budget offers affordable accommodations in the heart of the city.

    From $35.72 per night
  • Hostel Alex 1

    Sofia
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Located in Sofia, within a 5-minute walk of Sofia Central Railway Station and 0.9 miles of Banya Bashi Mosque, Hostel Alex 1 has accommodations with a garden and a terrace, and free WiFi throughout...

    From $42.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews

    Located in Sofia, Libera has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a grill.

    From $31.27 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Sofia

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,010 reviews
    One of the best hostels I have been to. Clean kitchen and rooms, always smiling and very helpful staff. Just in a walk distance from railway/bus station, near the hostel there is two shops where you can buy food and cook in the hostels kitchen. There is a cheap laundry room. If I come once to Sofia again, I will just stay there! Recommending this place absolutely!
    Guest review by
    bartekkrak
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,010 reviews
    Great location, close to centre and to bus station. Really safe feeling, modern facilities and cheap price. Perfect
    Guest review by
    simonescn
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $42.09
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,971 reviews
    This is a very old school hostel. As an old school backpacker I don’t mind the style but don’t expect any modern installations you would get in Western Europe and American hostels. If you’re okay with that, it’s a great place to meet new people and it has a great location to explore the city. I stayed in a bedroom in an apartment they have next door which was great for me since it was quieter and I could work from there without noise.
    Guest review by
    Alberto
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $44.56
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews
    This propert has two things going for it. Firstly it is located right in the centre of Sofia very close to Serdika metro. Secondly it is very cheap (but be warned that you get what you pay for). It might suit backpackers on a very tight budget where cost is the main priority.
    Guest review by
    Nigel
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,010 reviews
    One of the best hostels I have stayed so far! It is well equipped, gives you a decent amount of privacy and super clean. The bed, the pillow and the duvet are comfortable, and the hostel in general is very quiet so you can really rest. While some people prefer "party hostels", I am an introvert and I really do appreciate hostels like this. So if you are like me, you will love Green Cube hostel. The vending machine at the reception is also a GREAT IDEA! It had a very good and cheap coffee.
    Guest review by
    Katalin
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,010 reviews
    I loved this hostel, very new as only opened recently, completely worth the price and the best hostel in the area. It offers low bed numbers in the rooms meaning less noise, curtains for privacy, kitchen and common areas and some very friendly staff happy to give the extra effort and care to the people staying at this hostel. If you would like to come to Sofia and stay on a budget this is the place to be!
    Guest review by
    Matthew
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $43.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,270 reviews
    Close proximity to the main road and metro station. The price of one night is cheap. You can walk from the city bus station within 20 mins and 10 mins to the nearby metro station. The hostel is safe because the entrance door is always locked for 24 hrs. You will have to ring the bell and wait for the staff to open the door for you.
    Guest review by
    Ambrose
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $43.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,270 reviews
    Hostel in a great location. Close to metro station and city centre. Staff very pleasant and friendly. Value for money budget hostel
    Guest review by
    Gerard
    Solo traveler
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