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Grand Hotel Sofia

5.0 star property
Luxury Sofia hotel in Sofia City Center with fitness center
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Front of property
Panorama Suite on the top floor with a huge terrace | Terrace/patio
Corner suite, bright and cozy with a free transfer | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Terrace/patio
Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

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1 Gurko Str, Sofia, 1000
  • Popular LocationSofia Central Mineral Baths8 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlexander Nevski Cathedral10 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Palace of Culture15 min walk
  • AirportSofia (SOF)17 min drive

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View all photos for Corner suite, bright and cozy with a free transfer

Corner suite, bright and cozy with a free transfer | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Corner suite, bright and cozy with a free transfer

10/10 Exceptional
  • 753 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen 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

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panorama Suite on the top floor with a huge terrace | Terrace/patio

Panorama Suite on the top floor with a huge terrace

  • 861 sq ft
  • 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

10/10 Exceptional
  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive room with great view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive room with great view

9.2/10 Wonderful
  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Executive twin room with great view

10/10 Exceptional
  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Single Room with Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room with Garden View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin 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

  • 1507 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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

8.9/10 Excellent
  • 431 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sofia

Located in Sofia City Center, Grand Hotel Sofia is next to City Garden and Sofia City Art Gallery. This 122-room, 5-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre - 2 min walk
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 8 min walk
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 10 min walk
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 10 min walk
  • National Palace of Culture - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Serdika Station - 8 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station - 11 min drive
  • The preferred airport is Sofia Airport (SOF): 17-min drive, 7.1 mi/11.5 km.

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 2 min walk
  • Costa Coffee - 1 min walk
  • Grand Hotel Sofia - 1 min walk
  • Shades Of Red - 2 min walk
  • Строежа - 4 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Sofia

Luxury Sofia hotel in Sofia City Center with fitness center
Grand Hotel Sofia offers a gym, meeting rooms, and a business center. If you drive, self parking is BGN 60 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for BGN 59 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include coffee/tea in a common area, a computer station, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect 55-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, free newspapers, and laptop-compatible safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (BGN 60 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: BGN 37.16 for adults and BGN 37.16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Shades of Red

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for BGN 97.80 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for BGN 29.34 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: BGN 100
  • A tax is imposed by the city: BGN 1.20 per person, per night
  • Spa fee: BGN 39 per person, per night
  • COVID-19 testing fee (PCR screening): BGN 120 per person, per stay.
  • COVID-19 testing fee (antigen/rapid screening): BGN 60 per person, per stay.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately BGN 37.16 for adults and BGN 37.16 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: BGN 59 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Self parking fee: BGN 60 per night
  • Pet fee: BGN 97.80 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: BGN 29.34 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-2:00 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Property requires all guests aged 12 and up receive on-site PCR COVID-19 testing (BGN 120 per person, per stay).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

Is free cancellation available at Grand Hotel Sofia?

Grand Hotel Sofia offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Sofia?

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Sofia on Jun 16, 2024 start from $150.07, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Grand Hotel Sofia?

This hotel is situated in Sofia City Center, just steps from Ivan Vazov National Theatre and Prince Alexander of Battenberg Square, and within a short walk of Slaveykov Square. You'll also find National Archaeological Museum and Church of St. George less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Grand Hotel Sofia?

Yes, parking is offered for BGN 60 per night. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Grand Hotel Sofia?

Spa services at the hotel include mani/pedis, facials, and body treatments.

Does Grand Hotel Sofia have a casino on the premises?

No, Grand Hotel Sofia doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Grand Hotel Sofia?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Grand Hotel Sofia a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a soaking tub, a minibar, and a smart TV.

Does Grand Hotel Sofia have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Grand Hotel Sofia have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Grand Hotel Sofia serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Shades of Red.

Does Grand Hotel Sofia allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Grand Hotel Sofia for a fee of BGN 97.80 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Grand Hotel Sofia?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Grand Hotel Sofia?

The closest major airport to Grand Hotel Sofia is Sofia Airport (SOF), which is 7.1 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Grand Hotel Sofia?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy garden or city views.

Does Grand Hotel Sofia have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Grand Hotel Sofia if that's in your vacation plans.

Grand Hotel Sofia Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 698 out of 974 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 974 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 974 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 974 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 974 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marc-Andre

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well located, friendly and helpful staff. I wish guests would have better control of the room temperature. The room was a bit warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Llyr

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a find. Lovely staff, beautiful, spacious room. Great location, close to main sights and opera house as well as dining in the area. Wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
hotel excellent in every way including location. Happy to stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location and very big room. The receptionist was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Slavyanka

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Svetoslav

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zornitsa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023