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 Grand Hotel Sofia

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1, Gourko Str., 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 2033 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.2
Wonderful
2,032 reviews

everything functioned probably . location was good. got what was promised

Laura United States of America

The room was very nice, spacious. Staff was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay in this hotel again.

Lucka Slovakia

excellent, perfect location, great breakfast, staff amazing service, Wi-Fi great

Arik Israel

We were staying in Sofia at this hotel and we had to make a side trip to Skopje from Sofia. We were so pleased with our stay at Grand Hotel Sofia that we decided to stay here again when we returned to Sofia. Everything was ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL. We loved staying at Grand Hotel Sofia and will definitely stay here again during our next visit to Sofia.

Shahid United States of America

Excellent 5 star hotel in a very good location - within walking distance to Vitosha Blvd with lots of restaurants, shops and a supermarket nearby. All the staff (reception, bell hop, housekeeping, those attending to the breakfast) were very friendly, professional and super efficient. The rooms were very spacious, the beds very comfortable, the bathrooms were very spacious as well and the breakfast was ABSOLUTELY wonderful. I really enjoyed my stay here and would definitely stay here again during my next trip to Sofia.

Shahid United States of America

Wonderful hotel, excellent staff! Look forward to my next visit!

Mgm921 France

Good location in the city center, excellent service, comfortable, clean and chic room. There is a parking lot.

Vilevi Israel

Superb location with beautiful views from terrace after an upgrade. Very good breakfast.

Spjotr Sweden

great location and large and very comfortable rooms

Maria Canada

Perfect!! Best place you can stay in Sofia. Top location, amazing room (the biggest I stayed on) and hotel, great service

Odysseas Cyprus
9.2
Wonderful
2,032 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “everything functioned probably . location was good. got what was promised”
    Laura Laura United States of America United States of America
  • “The room was very nice, spacious. Staff was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay in this hotel again.”
    Lucka Lucka Slovakia Slovakia
  • “excellent, perfect location, great breakfast, staff amazing service, Wi-Fi great”
    Arik Arik Israel Israel
  • “We were staying in Sofia at this hotel and we had to make a side trip to Skopje from Sofia.”
    Shahid Shahid United States of America United States of America
  • “Excellent 5 star hotel in a very good location - within walking distance to Vitosha Blvd with lots of restaurants, shops and a supermarket nearby.”
    Shahid Shahid United States of America United States of America
  • “Wonderful hotel, excellent staff! Look forward to my next visit!”
    Mgm921 Mgm921 France France
  • “Good location in the city center, excellent service, comfortable, clean and chic room. There is a parking lot.”
    Vilevi Vilevi Israel Israel
  • “Superb location with beautiful views from terrace after an upgrade. Very good breakfast.”
    Spjotr Spjotr Sweden Sweden
  • “great location and large and very comfortable rooms”
    Maria Maria Canada Canada
  • “Perfect!! Best place you can stay in Sofia. Top location, amazing room (the biggest I stayed on) and hotel, great service”
    Odysseas Odysseas Cyprus Cyprus

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.1
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location 9.8
  • Free WiFi8.9
High score for Sofia

Stay in the heart of Sofia – Excellent location – show map

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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 Theater, 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 satellite flat-screen 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 Triaditza restaurant features a summer terrace and guests can also enjoy breakfast there. 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 center, a health center and a hairstyle studio. A lobby bar, room service, laundry and dry cleaning are also available. A complimentary yoga set can be delivered to the guests room upon request, including a DVD with hatha and flow yoga or ashtanga yoga in English or Kundalini yoga in Bulgarian and a yoga mattress.

Sofia Airport is located 6.8 mi away and the hotel offers a 24-hour airport shuttle service upon request and at a surcharge. Sopharma Business Towers are 2.5 mi away and there is a direct connection to them from the nearest underground railway station. From there guests can also take a line to Business Park Sofia, located 6.2 mi away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Sofia, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Grand Hotel Sofia has been welcoming Booking.com guests since May 24, 2004

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Pet friendly
very good Fitness Center
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Sofia, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Guest reviews

9.2
Wonderful · 2,032 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.1
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location 9.8
  • Free WiFi8.9
High score for Sofia

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  • Laura
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “everything functioned probably . location was good. got what was promised”
  • Lucka
    SlovakiaSlovakia
    “The room was very nice, spacious. Staff was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay in this hotel again.”
  • Arik
    IsraelIsrael
    “excellent, perfect location, great breakfast, staff amazing service, Wi-Fi great”
  • Shahid
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We were staying in Sofia at this hotel and we had to make a side trip to Skopje from Sofia. We were so pleased with our stay at Grand Hotel Sofia that we decided to stay here again when we returned to Sofia. Everything was ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL. ...”
  • Shahid
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Excellent 5 star hotel in a very good location - within walking distance to Vitosha Blvd with lots of restaurants, shops and a supermarket nearby. All the staff (reception, bell hop, housekeeping, those attending to the breakfast) were very...”
  • Mgm921
    FranceFrance
    “Wonderful hotel, excellent staff! Look forward to my next visit!”
  • Vilevi
    IsraelIsrael
    “Good location in the city center, excellent service, comfortable, clean and chic room. There is a parking lot.”
  • Spjotr
    SwedenSweden
    “Superb location with beautiful views from terrace after an upgrade. Very good breakfast.”
  • Maria
    CanadaCanada
    “great location and large and very comfortable rooms”
  • Odysseas
    CyprusCyprus
    “Perfect!! Best place you can stay in Sofia. Top location, amazing room (the biggest I stayed on) and hotel, great service”
Property questions and answers
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  • How much is the additional charge to use the jacuzzi?
    You can enjoy our sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi, and IR cabin for just 10 EUR per person. If you still prefer to use the jacuzzi only, the rate will be only 5 EUR per person.
    Answered on October 7, 2019
  • Does the hotel have a parking ? Where can I park my car?
    Thank you for the interest in Grand Hotel Sofia! We are happy to inform you the hotel has an underground secured parking. Upon check in our Front desk staff can assist you park your vehicle. Warmest regards, Reservations Department
    Answered on October 5, 2021
  • Hello We have two dogs that travel with us. Are they allowed?
    Dear Sirs, We are a pets friendly hotel. Kindly note that there is a pet cleaning fee of 30 EUR per pet per night. Best regards, Reservations department
    Answered on April 13, 2021
  • We are traveling with a dog / Beagle. Is it possible to stay at your hotel
    Yes, we are pet-friendly. There is an additional charge of 50 euros per night. We remain available for any further assistance or information you may need.
    Answered on February 9, 2020
  • Hi, ıs it pıssible to add an extra bed to executive room? We will be 2 adults ,one 14 years old and one 11 years old children . Thank you
    Dear Sirs, Kindly be informed that we do not offer any units for four persons. Maximum room occupancy is 3 persons. We recommend you reserve two double rooms. Kind regards, Reservations Department
    Asked about: Executive Room with Views to the National Theater or a City View • Answered on June 17, 2021

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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • City Garden
    0.1 miles
  • Ivan Vazov Theater
    0.1 miles
  • Garibaldi Square
    0.1 miles
  • Archaeological Museum
    0.1 miles
  • Sofia Royal Palace
    0.2 miles
  • Presidency
    0.2 miles
  • National Art Gallery
    0.2 miles
  • Russian Church St Nicholas
    0.2 miles
  • Crystal Park
    0.3 miles
  • Sofia Court of Justice
    0.3 miles
Top attractions
  • Council of Ministers Building
    0.3 miles
  • Banya Bashi Mosque
    0.4 miles
  • Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski
    0.4 miles
  • Vasil Levski Stadium Station
    0.7 miles
  • Pirogov Hospital
    0.9 miles
  • American Embassy Sofia
    2 miles
  • Acibadem City Clinic Tokuda Hospital
    2 miles
  • Sopharma Business Towers
    2.5 miles
  • Arena Armeets
    2.7 miles
  • Business Center Bellissimo
    3.1 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Vitosha
    12.4 miles
Ski lifts
  • Vitosha Ski
    6.8 miles
Closest Airports
  • Sofia Airport
    4 miles
How to get to Grand Hotel Sofia from Sofia Airport
    Taxi
    Private shuttle
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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2 Restaurants On Site

    Shades of Red

    Food: International

    Menu: À la carte

    GRAND CAFÉ

    Food: International

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Grand Hotel Sofia

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Pet friendly
very good Fitness Center
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Themed dinners Additional charge
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Stand-up comedy Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Playground
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking garage
  • Secure parking
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
  • Airport pickup Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Business center Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Body treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • Bulgarian
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Grand Hotel Sofia takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Grand Hotel Sofia accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that pets can be accommodated upon request and extra charges apply. For more details, please contact the property in advance.

License number: PK-19-13-370

FAQs about Grand Hotel Sofia

  • Yes, Grand Hotel Sofia is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Grand Hotel Sofia by:

    • Taxi 30min
    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 30min

  • Guests staying at Grand Hotel Sofia can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet

  • Check-in at Grand Hotel Sofia is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Grand Hotel Sofia has 2 restaurants:

    • Shades of Red
    • GRAND CAFÉ

  • Grand Hotel Sofia offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Playground
    • Bike tours
    • Happy hour
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Themed dinners
    • Beauty services
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Facial treatments
    • Walking tours
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Haircut
    • Hair coloring
    • Hairstyling
    • Body treatments

  • Grand Hotel Sofia is 1,500 feet from the center of Sofia.

  • Room options at Grand Hotel Sofia include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Apartment
    • Twin
    • Single

  • The prices at Grand Hotel Sofia may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.