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Sofia Balkan Palace

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near Church of St. George

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In the heart of Sofia, Sofia Balkan Palace combines art and culture with modern comforts. Savor breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Stardust restaurant or explore the on-site art gallery and shopping mall. With free in-room WiFi, a garden to unwind in and helpful staff to guide you through your stay.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
The current price is $138
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8

Why we love this property

Gourmet for every taste
The restaurant, cafe, and bar offer organic, locally-sourced fare, including vegan options. Private dining and in-room champagne create culinary bliss.
Sleep in luxury
Guests sleep soundly wrapped in bathrobes on premium, hypo-allergenic bedding. A pillow menu, champagne service, and 24-hour room service enhance comfort.

Room options

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Executive King Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite with King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite with King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite with King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 89 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
5 Sveta Nedelya Square, Sofia, Sofia, 1000

What's nearby

  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Church of St. George - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 18 min drive
  • Sofia Sever Station - 11 min drive
  • Sofia Central Station - 22 min walk
  • Serdika Station - 2 min walk
  • Lavov Most Station - 12 min walk
  • Central Bus Station - Sofia - 19 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Happy Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Largo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spaghetti Kitchen Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Breakfast Room, Sofia Balkan Palace - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burrata Italiana Center - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sofia Balkan Palace

  • Sofia Balkan Palace offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Church of St. George and Sofia Central Mineral Baths. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Stardust restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Serdika Station is 2 minutes and Lavov Most Station is 12 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 241 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 22 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (EUR 31.00 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Baby bath
  • Bed rails

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (13563 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1956
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • Art gallery on site
  • Designer stores on site
  • Shopping mall on site
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Stardust restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per person, per night

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.53 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 23.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 59.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 1 and 12 costs EUR 30 (one-way)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 31.00 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property uses a grey water recycling system.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Balkan Hotel Sofia

Balkan Luxury Collection

Balkan Sofia

Balkan Sofia Hotel

Hotel Balkan Luxury Collection Hotel

Hotel Balkan Sofia

Sofia Balkan

Sofia Balkan Hotel

Sofia Balkan Luxury Collection

Sofia Hotel Balkan Luxury Collection Hotel

Sheraton Sofia

Sofia Sheraton

Sofia Hotel Balkan Luxury Collection Hotel Sofia

Sofia Balkan Luxury Collection Sofia

Sofia Hotel Balkan a Luxury Collection Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Sofia Balkan Palace offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sofia Balkan Palace does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 22 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 31.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Sofia Balkan Palace?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 40 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Sofia Balkan Palace and nearby?

Sofia Balkan Palace has a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Sofia Balkan Palace?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Stardust restaurant.

What's the area around Sofia Balkan Palace like?

Sofia Balkan Palace is in Sofia City Center, a short 2-minute walk from Serdika Station and 2 minutes' walk from Church of St. George. The local area is popular with nature enthusiasts and our guests say it is very central.

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Reviews

Sofia Balkan Palace Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and plentiful. (37 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Parking is a bit of a issue, multi-storey car park near by is the best option, Room was not ready at 3pm check in time. Very central hotel so location was perfect.
Karl, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic experience at Sophia Balkan Palace. The hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Sofia, making it easy to walk to all the major attractions, restaurants, and shopping areas. The breakfast was excellent with plenty of delicious options, and the staff were consistently friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout our stay. We truly enjoyed our time here and would happily stay again on any future visit to Sofia.
PRAFUL, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

perfect location. clean & comfortable.
vered, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location
Massimo, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good hotel in a very central and comfortable area
Willy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is in the very heart of Sofia, close to the main Station and many landmarks. It was really easy to move around and a safe area too. Vitosha Bulevard is just 2 minutes down the road, full of restaurants and shops. The room was excellent, spacious and the bed comfortable. The shower was heaven and they use an outstanding brand for their gel, shampoo, body lotion, etc. Shout out to the girls in the bar at night, very patient and handling diffiuclt customer with so much grace. Thanks to all the staff that made me feel so good on my birthday and treated me like a princess. Thanks all, I will be back for sure!
Ruth, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel in the middle of the city Center with everything around and very good breakfast
Hala, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great hotel, very well located, especially to the metro (90 seconds walk) - the only thing that let us (and overheard others), the hot food at the buffet breakfast was consistently not hot, they need to work on that. Other breakfast items were perfect, fruits, pastries etc.
Adam, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Location was good
Tim, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious well appointed, clean and comfortable. The hotel is grand and centrally located. The breakfast was outstanding,
Geoffrey, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The newly remodeled rooms were very nice. Overall this place was worth the money and a good stay.
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice central place to stay.
Sally, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good hotel on one of yhe main shopping streets
Jeff, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Hotel location is suberb, just in Centre. It is little oldish style but rooms are clean and spacious, stuff is friendly and breakfast is good. Everything is working well. My recommendations.
Jari, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good hotel with great dining and shopping option
Jeff, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It is in a great location & it’s a very nice place!
Zoran, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great hotel great location
Jeff, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing

Amazing location and luxurious hotel. Lovely pillows and bed. Staff are very friendly and efficient.
Nikhail, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay at Sofia Balkan. The hotel is conveniently located next to Serdika metro station. Most location attractions are within walking distance. The rooms are clean and modern. The shower temperature could be a bit hotter and it’s strange there’s no hair dryer in the room. Would recommend this hotel.
chi wai, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, great breakfast, & beautiful room. Highly recommended!
Anna, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a great hotel. The staf are so nice & The rooms are big and very nice. I would recommend this hotel & will stay again .
PETER, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Ideally situated seemingly in the middle of the city and by a metro. Lovely spot. Nice bar. Good rooms. Decent breakfast. All good here!
Chris, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was amazing, very comfortable and the view was incredible. Only a few minor cons. The laundry service is very expensive, the building is on centralized air and in winter won’t allow you to go below 23*C so the room got quite warm, and the bellhops did not offer any help with the luggage on check in (only appearing after a suitcase got caught in the revolving door and I had to press the emergency stop).
Nina, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent renovations. Everything was very luxurious. Location is top! Easy from/to the airport with the metro. Vitoshka is 5 min walk away.
Albena, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel building form the outside takes you to the memories of the soviet time but once you get inside you can feel the warmth and elegance of a nice 5 star hotel The staff is friendly and helpful My room and all the floor I guess it was recently refurbished was new, elegant, clean and comfortable The only negative aspect it was the hanger for the clothes and the lack of a closet Price very low for the quality of this hotel I will come back again
Claudio, 1-night trip