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Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels

16 Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd., 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 783 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.6
Excellent
784 reviews

The staff here at the best! they go above and beyond, and are very kind, thoughtful, and attentive to the details of your stay. The rooftop bar is excellent and the restaurant as well. it’s centrally located and reasonably priced. Close to the nightlife!

Mark United States of America

I liked fast and friendly check in. Also that a very friendly doorman helpend me with my baggage. The breakfast was very nice and also the rooftop bar.

Jane Switzerland

amazing service. wonderful design. attention to detail. amazing stay

Ioana-alexandra Austria

The Thai massage at the Sense Spa was wonderful! Highly reccommend Very clean, top location. So far the best hotel in Sofia

Nikolay Bulgaria

The hotel is simply gorgeous, the design was impecible, I did not want to leave. The location is perfect for tourism, close to everything. I especially enjoyed the rooftop restaurant the view were exceellent.

Stephanie United States of America

Wonderful, new, modern hotel in the heart of the city

Gergana United States of America

A very nice hotel, modern design, clean and good staff.

Ion-alin Romania

great location, rooms are very nice, clean and a lot of space. Rooftop bar is very nice

Jelte United Arab Emirates

The breakfast was so good, fresh croissants, delicious fresh fruit and good quality everything else. Super comfortable bed abd pillow too

Carlos Colombia

Clean, quiet, large room, 'Molton Brown' in bathroom, lovely and professional SPA, perfect for couples (not for kids or families) ,

Shai Israel
8.6
Excellent
784 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The staff here at the best! they go above and beyond, and are very kind, thoughtful, and attentive to the details of your stay. The rooftop bar is excellent and the restaurant as well.”
    Mark Mark United States of America United States of America
  • “I liked fast and friendly check in. Also that a very friendly doorman helpend me with my baggage. The breakfast was very nice and also the rooftop bar.”
    Jane Jane Switzerland Switzerland
  • “amazing service. wonderful design. attention to detail. amazing stay”
    Ioana-alexandra Ioana-alexandra Austria Austria
  • “The Thai massage at the Sense Spa was wonderful! Highly reccommend Very clean, top location. So far the best hotel in Sofia”
    Nikolay Nikolay Bulgaria Bulgaria
  • “The hotel is simply gorgeous, the design was impecible, I did not want to leave. The location is perfect for tourism, close to everything.”
    Stephanie Stephanie United States of America United States of America
  • “Wonderful, new, modern hotel in the heart of the city”
    Gergana Gergana United States of America United States of America
  • “A very nice hotel, modern design, clean and good staff.”
    Ion-alin Ion-alin Romania Romania
  • “great location, rooms are very nice, clean and a lot of space. Rooftop bar is very nice”
    Jelte Jelte United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
  • “The breakfast was so good, fresh croissants, delicious fresh fruit and good quality everything else. Super comfortable bed abd pillow too”
    Carlos Carlos Colombia Colombia
  • “Clean, quiet, large room, 'Molton Brown' in bathroom, lovely and professional SPA, perfect for couples (not for kids or families) ,”
    Shai Shai Israel Israel

Categories:

  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.8
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money8.2
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.9
8.6
Excellent
784 reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.9
Filters
View
Garden
Pet friendly
Indoor swimming pool
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Key card access
Daily housekeeping
Non-smoking rooms
Safe

Opened in 2013, the 5-star Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels, enjoys a prime location on Czar Osvoboditel Boulevard, a few steps from the Parliament. It consists of an exclusive spa area with indoor stainless steel pool, a panoramic rooftop bar and a stylish restaurant serving selected Mediterranean fusion cuisine.

Boasting large floor-to-ceiling windows, Hotel Sense’s accommodations features a 42' LCD TV with web browser, an iPod docking station as well as individually controlled air conditioning and light. Free Molton Brown’s cosmetics can be found in the modern bathrooms. Most of the units are overlooking the nearby Alexander Nevski Cathedral.

Work out in the fitness center, equipped with extensive Technogym facilities, or pamper yourself to a massage after an active day. Aqua gym with a professional trainer is available free of charge and upon request and availability during weekdays.

Concierge services are offered at the reception, and a business corner is also available. The lobby is a good place to meet your friends or business partners at an exquisite drink or a cup of coffee. At the lobby you can also find a Modern Art Gallery.

Various trendy bars, cafés and restaurants in the vicinity tempt you to venture out and feel the contemporary pulse of the city. All major attractions and institutions of Sofia are within short walking distance.

Free high-speed WiFi is provided on the premises. Metro Station Sofia University is 1,300 feet away, offering convenient connections throughout the city. Business Park Sofia is 6.8 mi from the hotel.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 28, 2013
Hotel chain/brand:
Design Hotels

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Most popular amenities
Indoor swimming pool
Private Parking
Free WiFi
Spa
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Sofia, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

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

Breakfast Info

Continental

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mark
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The staff here at the best! they go above and beyond, and are very kind, thoughtful, and attentive to the details of your stay. The rooftop bar is excellent and the restaurant as well. it’s centrally located and reasonably priced. Close to the...”
  • Jane
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “I liked fast and friendly check in. Also that a very friendly doorman helpend me with my baggage. The breakfast was very nice and also the rooftop bar.”
  • Ioana-alexandra
    AustriaAustria
    “amazing service. wonderful design. attention to detail. amazing stay”
  • Nikolay
    BulgariaBulgaria
    “The Thai massage at the Sense Spa was wonderful! Highly reccommend Very clean, top location. So far the best hotel in Sofia”
  • Stephanie
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The hotel is simply gorgeous, the design was impecible, I did not want to leave. The location is perfect for tourism, close to everything. I especially enjoyed the rooftop restaurant the view were exceellent.”
  • Gergana
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Wonderful, new, modern hotel in the heart of the city”
  • Ion-alin
    RomaniaRomania
    “A very nice hotel, modern design, clean and good staff.”
  • Jelte
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    “great location, rooms are very nice, clean and a lot of space. Rooftop bar is very nice”
  • Carlos
    ColombiaColombia
    “The breakfast was so good, fresh croissants, delicious fresh fruit and good quality everything else. Super comfortable bed abd pillow too”
  • Shai
    IsraelIsrael
    “Clean, quiet, large room, 'Molton Brown' in bathroom, lovely and professional SPA, perfect for couples (not for kids or families) ,”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hello, we are coming from Paris and want to come this saturday. I want to know if bars and restaurants are open, if the pool and spa is accessible (a..
    Please be so kind to note that bars and restaurants are open in Bulgaria with strict measures. Our SPA center will be closed until September.
    Answered on 18 June 2020
  • which spa services are allowed according to the new coronavirus measures?
    Dear Guest, Thank you for your question. Currently by latest government regulation only guests who present a green certificate could access our Sense ..
    Answered on 29 October 2021
  • Hi, Is the swimming pool is opened? Is it allowed for 7 years old kids ?
    Dear Guest, Children under 14 years of age use the services of the Spa center only if accompanied by a supervising adult and only during the specified..
    Answered on 29 December 2021
  • Hi there, may I know if free wi-fi is provided for hotel guest? Is the wi-fi coverage okay for business use? Thanks Kathy
    Dear Madam, the hotel offers free Wi-Fi to all our guests and the connection is good for business use. Kind regards, Viktoria Georgieva, Reservations Team
    Answered on 4 February 2021
  • Hi, i need to make a reservation, but first i need to know if you cand send me an VAT invoice Thank yo
    Dear Guest, we could issue an invoice with company details including the VAT. We are looking forward to welcoming you. Regards, Reservations Team
    Answered on 15 December 2021
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Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
  • Gastro Bar
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean
Amenities of Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular amenities
Indoor swimming pool
Private Parking
Free WiFi
Spa
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 58.67 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Indoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • Adults only
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Spa facilities
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • Bulgarian
  • English

House rules

Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

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 years
Crib upon request
€ 1.31 per child, per night
11+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 107.90 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property.
Please note that the rooms on 7th and 8th floor might experience some noise disturbances due to the music played in the roof top bar.
Children under 14 years of age use the services of Sense Spa only only during below hours and if accompanied by a supervising adult and only during the specified hours. Available Hours for children under the age of 14 are Monday - Friday – 4:00PM – 5:00PM, Saturday - Sunday – 9:00AM - 10:00AM.
Children under 14 years are allowed to use the swimming pool, hot and cold tubs.
Children under 14 years are not allowed to use other spa facilities.
The use is entirely at the responsibility and risk of the accompanying adult and Sense Spa cannot be held liable for any injuries/endangerment of the child’s health and safety.
For children under 2 years of age, wearing a diaper is mandatory when visiting.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: СФ-9ЖФ-671-А1

FAQs about Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels

  • Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels is 2,950 feet from the center of Sofia.

  • The prices at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Guests staying at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Swimming pool
    • Fitness

  • Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels has 1 restaurant:

    • Gastro Bar

  • Room options at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Twin