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Hotel Rila Sofia

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel in Sofia City Center

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Room amenity
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Twin Room | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
43-inch TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Tsar Kaloyan str.,6, Sofia, SOF, 1000
  • Popular LocationSofia Central Mineral Baths7 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlexander Nevski Cathedral12 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Palace of Culture15 min walk
  • AirportSofia (SOF)16 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Economy Twin Room

Economy Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Economy Twin Room

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Deluxe Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sofia

Sofia City Center stay.With a stay at this Sofia City Center hotel, you'll be steps from National Institute of Archaeology with Museum and Sofia City Art Gallery. City Garden and Yellow Pavement are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre - 5 min walk
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 7 min walk
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 12 min walk
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 12 min walk
  • National Palace of Culture - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Serdika Station - 5 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station - 14 min drive
  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min walk
  • McCarthy's Irish Pub - 3 min walk
  • Starbucks - 3 min walk
  • Confetti - 3 min walk
  • Costa Coffee - 3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rila Sofia

3.5-star hotel in Sofia City Center
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A business center, 2 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available.

Event space at this hotel measures 429 square feet (40 square meters) and includes a conference center. A nightclub, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Rila Sofia. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Sofia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 95 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 429 sq ft of conference space
  • 40 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1968
  • Nightclub
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Rila Sofia offers 95 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Russian

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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 (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 6 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.41 per person, per night
  • Destination fee: EUR 0.57 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Pet fee: EUR 6 per pet, per day
  • 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)

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This hotel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Rila Sofia
Rila Hotel
Rila Sofia
Hotel Rila
Hotel Rila Sofia Hotel
Hotel Rila Sofia Sofia
Hotel Rila Sofia Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Rila Sofia to the airport?

Hotel Rila Sofia is 7.1 mi (17-min drive) away from the Sofia Airport (SOF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rila Sofia on May 25, 2024 start from $69.49, 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.

Does Hotel Rila Sofia have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Rila Sofia offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 30 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Hotel Rila Sofia offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Rila Sofia, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Rila Sofia?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Rila Sofia?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hotel Rila Sofia?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Rila Sofia have a pool?

Hotel Rila Sofia does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Rila Sofia have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Rila Sofia have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Rila Sofia to downtown Sofia?

Hotel Rila Sofia is 0.2 mi away from Sofia.

Hotel Rila Sofia Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 21 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dimitar

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room
Thank you it was lovely and beautiful rook 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great base for a trip to Sofia
The location is great and the staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

shamiram

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old and loud.
The hotel is very old and the tub is so deep and slippery. I was so scared of taking a shower. At night time there was partying and drinking until dawn. It gets so loud we couldn’t sleep. And in the morning trucks come by to collect alcohol bottles from the street.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and professional staff, it is clear they really value their customers
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Silvia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
…
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, location, location. Hot water didn't work all that well, though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

sean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty shower and dirty room
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Baljinder

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing. Terrible out dated room. Even though we paid for new refurbishment one
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vahy W

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good choice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Christy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s at least a bed to sleep in.
It’s a bed to sleep in…. The entrance to the hotel is very nice. Then you get in your room and there are major stains all over the carpet, holes in the wall, smears of “something” on the wall, tape over power outlets, etc. it is centrally located and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023