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Sofia Balkan Palace

5.0 star property
Hotel near Church of St. George in Sofia

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Sofia Balkan Palace

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Front of property
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Overview of Sofia Balkan Palace

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

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5 Sveta Nedelya Square, Sofia, Sofia, 1000
  • Popular LocationSofia Central Mineral Baths4 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlexander Nevski Cathedral14 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Palace of Culture18 min walk
  • AirportSofia (SOF)15 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite with King Bed

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite with King Bed

  • 614 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite

  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive King Room

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King Room

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite with King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Executive Suite with King Bed

  • 958 sq ft
  • 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

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Twin Room

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sofia

Heart of Sofia.A stay at this Sofia City Center hotel places you steps from Church of St. George and within a 5-minute walk of Sofia Central Mineral Baths. Bulgarian Parliament and Alexander Nevski Cathedral are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 4 min walk
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 12 min walk
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 14 min walk
  • Sofia University - 16 min walk
  • National Palace of Culture - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Serdika Station - 2 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station - 6 min drive
  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Happy Bar & Grill - 2 min walk
  • McCarthy's Irish Pub - 4 min walk
  • Largo - 2 min walk
  • Spaghetti Kitchen Bar - 3 min walk
  • McDonald's - 4 min walk

About this property

Sofia Balkan Palace

Hotel near Church of St. George in Sofia
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 7 meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Event space at this hotel measures 13563 square feet (1260 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, tour/ticket assistance, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Sofia Balkan Palace. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Sofia Balkan Palace was completed in October 2019.

This Sofia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 241 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 13563 sq ft of conference space
  • 1260 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1956
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Sofia Balkan Palace offers 241 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in October 2019.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, German, Greek, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 21 per day)
  • Limited onsite 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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 59.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.61 per person, per night

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 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 21.00 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 59.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. This property uses a grey water recycling system.

We should mention

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

Property is 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

How close is Sofia Balkan Palace to the airport?

Sofia Balkan Palace is 7 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 Sofia Balkan Palace?

As of Apr 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofia Balkan Palace on May 5, 2024 start from $108.52, 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 Sofia Balkan Palace have an airport shuttle?

Sofia Balkan Palace offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 40 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sofia Balkan Palace, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 23.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sofia Balkan Palace?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 21.00 per day.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace have a pool?

Sofia Balkan Palace does not have a pool.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sofia Balkan Palace to downtown Sofia?

Sofia Balkan Palace is 0.1 mi away from Sofia.

Sofia Balkan Palace Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 425 out of 904 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 904 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 904 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 904 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 904 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every time i vist Sofia I stay at this hotel. Its historical and beautiful property connected to presidential palace. Metro entrance sits about 100 ft from the entrance of the hotel. The breakfast is awesome. Great restaurants all around the hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Joo-Ee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

TRYFON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect spot in Sofia
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prakash

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, friendly and efficient reception staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhavesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and value for money
Great location and high standard hotel for the price. We stayed for three nights. We were given a complimentary upgrade after I explained I was in Sofia to celebrate my Wife’s birthday. The room was spacious. The fixtures and fittings were high quality. The bed was very comfortable. The staff even organised a platter and a bottle of wine for my Wife’s birthday. A very attentive touch. The location was next door to Serdika metro station and walking distance to the main Vitosha Bld. and other monuments and sites in the city. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Grand
It’s a beautiful hotel right next to all the restaurants and cafes .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Wei Qi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Noise / Renovation works - Hotel is lovely but note that they are undergoing renovations and we were placed on the same floor on which 2 rooms right across us were being renovated. Mornings were noisy! Not what I expected for a hotel of this rating. Accessibility/cars - This place is also not wheelchair friendly as there is no cars access to the front door of the hotel. You will be asked to get off about 50-70m away from the hotel at the barrier. If you wish to get a taxi, you will be waiting in the cold the barriers on the main road. Again, a rather poor experience. Cleanliness / location - On the bright side, the hotel is clean and is very central so it is easy to walk everywhere. The rooms are kept warm at around 23-24 degree Celsius on average so crank open your windows a little if you are feeling too warm. Facilities- This place also has a gym and a in house salon, something we found out only on the last day - unfortunately no introduction to the facilities by the staff upon check in. Breakfast in the morning is nice with a good variety of food available. Overall - booked this place as a special treat and it was quite a let down. Will not stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024