Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels

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Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers say good things about the bar. Public transportation is close by: Serdika Station is just 12 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $178
$198 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11

Why we love this property

Work and play balance
Located in the city center, this hotel offers meeting rooms and a business center. After work, guests can unwind at the spa, sauna, or bar lounge.
Cuisine for every taste
Mediterranean flavors shine at this hotel's restaurant, where guests savor delicious cuisine. A buffet breakfast and stylish bar complete the dining options.
Spa escape
The full-service spa offers daily massage treatments. A sauna, steam room, and fitness area provide rejuvenation, while the garden creates a peaceful retreat.

Room options

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a building through large windows.

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with seating, and a view of a cityscape.

Suite (Sense)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table with a vase, and a chair.

Superior Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

Superior Room, Accessible

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Executive Double Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
16 Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd., Sofia, 1000

What's nearby

  • Bulgarian Parliament - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sofia University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Vitoshka Boulevard - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 15 min drive
  • Sofia Sever Station - 14 min drive
  • Sofia Central Station - 30 min walk
  • Serdika Station - 12 min walk
  • Lavov Most Station - 21 min walk
  • Central Bus Station - Sofia - 26 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Sense Rooftop Bar
  • ‪Бар Кристалъ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Бар Бар - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Intercontinental Mezzanine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spaghetti Kitchen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels

  • Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers say good things about the bar. Public transportation is close by: Serdika Station is just 12 minutes by foot.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 71 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (EUR 30 per night)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (late night)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2013
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Sense Gastro Bar - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Sense Rooftop Bar - This rooftop bar specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 50 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

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 28 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 55.0 per night

Pets

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

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs EUR 30 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

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

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels 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.

Is there a pool at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 30 per night.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels?

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 Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in is available.

What is there to do at Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels and nearby?

Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels has a spa and an indoor pool, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Mediterranean cuisine.

What's the area around Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels like?

Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels is in Sofia City Center, a short 1-minute walk from Bulgarian Parliament and 4 minutes' walk from Alexander Nevski Cathedral.

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Reviews

Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant offers excellent cuisine and top-notch service, with many reviewers praising the food and staff at the ground-floor and rooftop dining areas. (15 reviews)
  • The spa facilities are epic, with a true escape from daily life, offering a pool, hot tub, cool tub, sauna, and steam room. (7 reviews)
  • The hot tub and other spa facilities were epic, a true escape from the day to day grind. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel which is centrally located in the heart of downtown.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean lovely rooms
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location with helpful staff. This was a last~minute choice and one well made.
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious, clean room, very friendly staff…
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10/10 Exceptional

First time booking via Expedia but visited this hotel before. Absolutely perfect, beautiful rooms and excellent service.
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10/10 Exceptional

Good value for money. Rooms are clean and beds are comfortable. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Nice spa too.
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8/10 Very good

Great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and very cosy with a nice roof top bar/restaurant
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10/10 Exceptional

The roof top bar and restaurant are great.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent restaurant and rooftop bar.
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very well located, within walking distance to several attractions and has excellent amenities. Highly recommend staying at this hotel!
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was amazingly nice. Spacious comfortable clean room and the breakfast was outstanding. The view from the rooftop bar is also spectacular.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect city hotel

Can only recomend the hotel. Perfect location in the city center and close to the airport. Nice and spacious rooms and good staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Spot on , great location
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8/10 Very good

One of the best hotels in Sofia

Great rooms, generous size, modern amenities Careful the rooftop is closed for renovations (it's their no1 feature)
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect

Excellent location! Room very comfortable, staff was great. Coming back.
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10/10 Exceptional

We liked everything. Helpful staff, clean and quiet room, good breakfast, excellent breakfast staff including Slavka.
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here for 4 nights. It was such a lovely hotel. So comfortable, large spacious room. And comfortable beds. It was cleaned daily. The staff were so helpful and friendly. Very professional. The location was brilliant, right in the city centre. Lots of cafes and restaurants nearby as well as the main town centre. Everything is as walking distance. I would highly recommend this hotel.
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8/10 Very good

This hotel is located in teh center of Sofia. The gym is ok, a little small for me, I felt a little claustrophobic. The sauna is good. The only ting I did not like - the car parking charges unexpected (20 euro per day), When I was booking the hotel there was no info about it.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel but beware of houskeeping

Very cool adn cpmfortable boutique hotel in a an excellent downtown location. Amazing rooftoop restaurant and bar with some of teh best views in town and an excellent cusine. I would have given the full marks for service except for teh fact that once again a cleaning lady from housekeeping stormed into teh room catching me in my birthday suit, seems to be a common theam in many hotels.
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6/10 Good

Sense hotel Sofia, while its location is undeniably convenient—just a short walk from many of the city’s major attractions—the overall experience didn’t quite meet my expectations. The proximity to key sites made it easy to explore without needing transportation, which was a definite plus. However, I was disappointed with the room and service standards. The room felt a bit outdated and lacked the comfort I was hoping for. Additionally, the service seemed somewhat inattentive, and certain requests took longer to fulfill than expected. While the location is fantastic for tourists, I believe there’s room for improvement in terms of the hotel’s accommodation and service quality.
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4/10 Fair

Book another hotel in Sofia for this price class!

Room is outdated, bathroom to small and not good maintained, for this price level there are so many better places in Sofia. Especially the service on the rooftop is from the one you never want to come back even if they offer you free food and drinks. We just wanted to have a drink (and leave within one hour) and even as hotel guests we where not allowed to get a table with nice view because that was all reserved, during our complete stay there ALL window tables staid empty, I even made pictures from this since this is so ridiculous, every good hotel which I know gives priority or value to his hotel guests, this one is doing to opposite, we gave even a second chance the next day and it was even worse so never ever we will go back here. The one and only good thing about this place is the Juri restaurant downstairs, they have very good and friendly staff and the food and atmosphere is great, they should definitely consider going to another location since this hotel and surrounding doesn’t fit their class.
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6/10 Good

Weird impressions

It has been a weird experience. On one hand this is considered to be a unique-style hotel, but certain details were not to my taste. Positives: the breakfast room on the 9th floor - excellent views, ok food and service. The Jintu Asian restaurant on the ground floor - top notch. The pool and sauna area - ok, but the steam sauna was steamless. Negatives: my room was on the 1st floor among the conference rooms. Street view was nothing to enjoy. Door-type window blinds was the most strange thing I’ve ever seen. The shower door leaked water out onto the bathroom floor and I always had to use a big towel to collect it. The water pressure is simply to high. The most dissapointing was that the room didn’t look modern - had no USB pirts, chargibg stations and TV was difficult to manage with just a few programs really working. My conclusion - not worth its high price.
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel, great area, service needs work

This hotel was a great value because it was beautiful and in a great location. My room was huge and luxurious. Breakfast was really good if relatively limited choices. My only complaint was the service. They were pleasant at check-in, but they gave me a room on the 8th floor. When I mentioned that all the reviews said not to get a room on an upper floor because the noise from the rooftop bar, they accommodated me, but identified me as “noise-sensitive”. Bigger problem was that reception said I would not need a reservation for the rooftop bar after 11:00 PM (which admittedly I though was odd for a Saturday night if it was such a local hotspot). So I went to dinner, and when I came back around midnight, I went up to the bar and it was heaving, of course. The hostess was borderline rude, and had me sit at a table outside of the main bar area. After waiting for 10 minutes with no further attention, I went back up to the hostess station and asked if I could order a drink, and she begrudgingly took my order and then delivered the drink a couple minutes later. As I was finishing my cocktail and getting ready to leave, she came up and told me they had a place at the bar for me and when I declined, she seemed a little annoyed with me. Check out was also a little clunky, because even with a deposit on file, which more than covered my charges, they ran another charge on my credit card, which made me a little uneasy and honestly, the explanation was not very clear.
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8/10 Very good

I went twice at swimming pool and both days the towels were told not enough.