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Sofia Balkan Palace

5.0 star property
Guests savor local flavors at Stardust before strolling through gardens, with historic landmarks like Alexander Nevski Cathedral nearby.

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Sofia Balkan Palace, in the city center, blends art and culture with modern comforts. Enjoy meals at Stardust restaurant, browse the on-site art gallery, or shop at the adjacent mall. The property offers free in-room WiFi, peaceful gardens, and staff ready to enhance your visit.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AED 406
AED 456 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a mustard-colored pillow, a bedside lamp, and a wooden nightstand.

Executive King Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

Executive Twin Room

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a small table with a drink, and a view of a building through the window.

Deluxe King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a phone, and a window with a view.

Deluxe Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a round table, and a chair. There is a chandelier above the sofa.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small round table with a fruit bowl, and a large window with curtains.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Sofia City Center, a neighborhood in Sofia, Sofia Balkan Palace is near a metro station and in the mountains. Church of St. George and Sofia Central Mineral Baths are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Vitosha Blvd. Check out an event or a game at Bulgarian Army Stadium, and consider making time for National Palace of Culture, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Sofia travel guide
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5 Sveta Nedelya Square, Sofia, Sofia, 1000

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a central fountain, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a clear blue sky.
    Sofia Central Mineral Baths
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A group of people walking through a historic building with a brick tower and arched ceilings.
    Church of St. George
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns and a prominent tower.
    Ivan Vazov National Theatre
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A large, ornate church with multiple domes and arched windows, illuminated at dusk.
    Alexander Nevski Cathedral
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A grand building with a large emblem above the entrance, flags, and ornate lamp posts.
    Bulgarian Parliament
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Serdika Station
    2 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station
    8 min drive
  • Sofia Airport (SOF)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Sofia Balkan Palace

  • Luxury hotel near Sofia Central Mineral Baths
  • Located close to Church of St. George and Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Sofia Balkan Palace provides an art gallery on site, a shopping mall on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Stardust restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
    • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and a vegetable garden
    • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 241 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and tubs or showers
    • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Baby baths, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 31 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 23 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Stardust restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (13,563 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1956
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.53 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 23.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 30 (one-way), (from 1 to 12 years old)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 31.00 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Sofia Balkan Palace pet-friendly?

Yes, Sofia Balkan Palace allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Sofia Balkan Palace?

As of 23 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofia Balkan Palace on 26 July 2026 start from AED 406, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 31.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Sofia Balkan Palace located?

Located in Sofia City Center, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Church of St. George and Sofia Central Mineral Baths. Alexander Nevski Cathedral and Bulgarian Parliament are also within 15 minutes. Serdika Station is only a 2-minute walk and Lavov Most Station is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sofia Balkan Palace Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and the staff were awesome! The location is first rate! I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sevdalin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dirty floor, including visible stains and spill marks; Signs of mould and moisture in the corners of the room; Darkened/dried streaks of liquid on the wall; Scuffed, scratched and stained walls; Torn and worn-out curtains. Receptionist even didn't ask about my stay or for any issues; in the breakfast restaurant the roof was leaking 😒, breakfast was basic, no fresh bakery/pastries...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Senna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kregen zelfs een upgrade. Hotel was schoon en groot precies wat nodig was. Alles is in de buurt perfecte plek voor in sofia
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jolleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
THE MOST AMAZING LOCATION ONE COULD WISH FOR! EVERYTHING IN SOFIA IS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF THE HOTEL.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fukami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ヴィトウシャ大通りの手前に位置していて、遺跡や寺院も近くにあり、とても良い立地と部屋も綺麗で快適でした。
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHINICHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
室内は清潔であり手入れも良い。場所は地下鉄セルデイカ駅やビトシャ通りに近く非常に便利。以前からソフィアといえばバルカンホテルだったが、今でもイメージは変わらない。良いホテルです。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dexter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a fabulous place. Rooms can get a bit warm but shut the curtains and leave the aircon on and it was fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well worth it and in the heart of Sofia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dimitar

Disliked: Amenities
A lot of the staff doesn't speak Bulgarian. Place feels outdated. Not the luxury experience one would expect from the historical central location, former Sheraton.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that the hotel is in a good location. You can walk to many sites easily. The bed is comfortable, the shower is good, but the breakfast was not good. There wasn't a huge selection to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Corinne

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eviter les chambres qui n'ont pas été refaites (peu entretenues) - Service : Personnel à l'écoute mais l'infrastructure ne suit pas
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

jean-philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre grande et spacieuse dans la partie rénovée de l’hotel. Petit déjeuner pauvre en choix sans option de commande de type toast avocat œuf ou omelette. Peu de choix de fruits frais. Personnel attentif et serviable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Yoko

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
事前にバスタブ付きの部屋を要望していたが、シャワーだけだった。部屋は古く、カーテン、椅子が壊れ、ベッドも古かった。ツインの部屋に何故か椅子は一脚だけ。ベッドメーキングがされていないことが何回かあり、レセプションに言ってもらちがあかないことが多かった。床の掃除もほとんどされていなかった。
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressive building, excellent rooms, central location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Best location, nice and helpful staff. Restaurant was great too. Delicious food and the Best part the staff all around. I would definitely be recommending and will stay here again when back in December Inshallah.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
On a du changer de chambre pas d’eau chaude !
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 5 nights in a Deluxe Suite. The location is really central and great as it’s next to the metro which I arrived from the airport for $1 via Line 4. The ancient Serdika ruins are right there as well as many shops. I recommend getting Banitsa and Ayran drink for breakfast down the subways station nearest the hotel. The staff was friendly and helpful to me but I didn’t have to use them much. They did hail a cab for me upon departure which was really nice. The room was clean and well maintained throughout my stay. The bedroom floors are a little dirty so use the slippers they provide and it’s a non issue. Overall, I am fully satisfied with my stay and would come again. The location is perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is clean,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Saad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bon hôtel sauf deux points - le ménage n’est pas fait systématiquement tous les jours, il faut les appeler 1 ou plusieurs fois pour qu’il ms viennent le faire (jusqu’à 18h des fois) - on a été agressé par un vigile la bas car on voulait visité un coin de l’hotel mais on ne savait pas qu’il y avait un tournage d’un film le le demain, il nous a mal parlé et a meme menacé mon collegue en venant vers lui pour le taper. Nous nous sommes pas sentis en securité on est monté s’enfermer dans la chambre Triste de voir ce genre de comportemenr dans un etoile soit disant 5 etoiles
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Vatten läckte ut från duschen i badrummet, dörren verkade ha haft/gjort sitt och glipade rejält, mycket bra frukost lite allmänt slitet men också en väldigt gammal byggnad 🤗
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elin Iren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Veldig god frokost. Nydelig hotell som fremstår som luksuriøst og vakkert
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daniela

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Café da manhã razoável
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Allt var bra på hotellet (5 stjärnor) utom baren som i sig var trevlig men tyvärr med usla drinkar. Vattniga och helt utan smak och med en sur bartender som vägrade inse att en Dry Martini inte består av 5 cl gin, 5 cl vermouth och 5 cl vatten. Övriga drinkar som vårt sällskap beställde var lika dåliga.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026