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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.

M
Marta
From
Norway
The room was in the middle of the city but in quiet area where you will find a lot of cafes and restaurants.. The room was nice designed, clean, specious, quiet and very comfortable. The stuff was very helpful and nice. Highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,699 reviews
Price from
$59.94
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
Striker Eureka
From
Honduras
The beds were really nice and the staff was very friendly. Especially Lora and Anton.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,988 reviews
Price from
$53.95
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...

S
Saicharan Palakurthi
From
Italy
It was a great stay! The volunteers and the receptionist were kind and helpful:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews
Price from
$56.94
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.

Y
Yuval
From
Israel
I stayed here for about two weeks, and after so many terrible hostel experiences, this was definitely my healing experience. The location is excellent , right in the city center, with cafés, a grocery store, pharmacy, and more all within walking distance. Nina, the hostel owner, made sure I had everything I needed. The staff is lovely and always tries to respond to needs as quickly as possible. Clean, comfortable, and fun. I’ll definitely come back here again :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 662 reviews
Price from
$39.82
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, 248 reviews
Price from
$62.94
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
Price from
$68.93
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...

A
Anustup
From
United States
This place has great potential and the new management team is working on to offer a good value for money. Kudos to Svetla and her team. I am sure this will be the best place to stay in Sofia very soon.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,201 reviews
Price from
$32.37
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.

G
Giuliana
From
Switzerland
Its a social Hostel, so i met a lot of new and lovely people. The beds have their own curtains, so you have a bit of privacy at night. You can use the kitchen and fridge. And there is a breakfast in the morning for 5 euros. it was amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,184 reviews
Price from
$35.96
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
Sira
From
United States
Its the best property in Bulgaria and it has all the facilities you need. The beds are great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,278 reviews
Price from
$32.53
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.

D
David
From
Russia
This is the best of all the hostels I've stayed in. The buffet breakfast is excellent and reasonably priced. The staff is great. The place is very well outfitted and run. The living room is designed and operated to promote a family atmosphere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,966 reviews
Price from
$41.96
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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  • Tabasko

    Sofia
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.2
    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, 789 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 $44.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 684 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 $35.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 62 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 $41.36 per night
  • Key Hostel Vitosha

    Sofia
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 22 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.

    From $60.96 per night
  • Hostel Alex 1

    Sofia
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 90 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 $41.96 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 $35.96 per night
  • Hostel Elena

    Sofia
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 840 reviews

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

    From $89.91 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,988 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, 1,988 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: $43.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,966 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: $44.42
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 789 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, 1,988 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, 1,988 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,278 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,278 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