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Central Hotel Sofia

4.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful escape at this city center hotel where they can unwind in the steam room, enjoy fine dining, and receive local guidance from staff

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Central Hotel Sofia offers a calm retreat near Vitosha Blvd, blending modern amenities with historic charm. Relax at the spa or enjoy international cuisine at Central Sofia Restaurant. Business travelers benefit from free in-room WiFi and a 24/7 business center.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

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Room options

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Comfort Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
  • City view
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Studio, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Private kitchenette

Superior Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
LED TV
  • City view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Connecting Rooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • City view
  • 527 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room (with Sofa Bed)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Sofia City Center, a neighbourhood in Sofia, Central Hotel Sofia is in a shopping district. Saint Nedelya Church and Sofia Synagogue are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Central Sofia Market Hall and Mall of Sofia. Sofia Court House and Saint Sofia Monument are two other places to visit that come recommended. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location. Visit our Sofia travel guide
Map
52, Hristo Botev Blvd., Sofia, 1000

What's nearby

  • Saint Nedelya Church which includes heritage architecture
    Saint Nedelya Church
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sofia Court House featuring a statue or sculpture, heritage architecture and heritage elements
    Sofia Court House
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Public mineral baths building, Sofia, Bulgaria
    Sofia Central Mineral Baths
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Church of St. George featuring street scenes and heritage elements
    Church of St. George
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral showing heritage architecture and night scenes
    Alexander Nevski Cathedral
    17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Sofia Sever Station
    5 min drive
  • Serdika Station
    7 min walk
  • Sofia (SOF)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Бистро Позитано
    3 min walk
  • Green Deli Café
    3 min walk
  • The Steps
    2 min walk
  • БАР Ателието
    4 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza
    2 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel Sofia

Upscale hotel near Vitosha Blvd
Located close to Saint Nedelya Church and Saint Sofia Monument, Central Hotel Sofia provides a free daily manager's reception, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Central Sofia Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour business centre and a sauna.
Other perks include:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • Wedding services, a lift and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff, first-rate property condition and location
Room features
All 100 rooms offer comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 18 per night)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Central Sofia Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,184 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 40
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: EUR 25.00
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.28 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per person (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 18 per night (984 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day

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
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, mobile payments and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Central Sofia
Central Sofia
Central Hotel Sofia
Central Hotel Sofia Hotel
Central Hotel Sofia Sofia
Central Hotel Sofia Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Hotel Sofia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Central Hotel Sofia?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 40 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Central Hotel Sofia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 30 (subject to availability).

Does Central Hotel Sofia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 30 per person applies.

Where is Central Hotel Sofia located?

Located in Sofia City Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Saint Nedelya Church, Mall of Sofia and Saint Sofia Monument. Sofia Court House and Sofia Synagogue are also within 10 minutes. Serdika Station is 7 minutes by foot and Lavov Most Station is 14 minutes.

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Reviews

Central Hotel Sofia Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Youngkyu

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a comfortable bed at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Plamen

Liked: Cleanliness
Old room, but clean and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

PETYA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent as expected, nice service, breakfast choices, great location and close to Metro.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, lovely room, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing experience. All staff very friendly, approachable and helpful in every way. Airport transfers arranged efficiently and guidelines for walking around city most helpful. Buffet breakfast was the most impressive I have experienced in my travels to eight other European countries! Well done!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff! Comfortable bed, great Air Con.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was very nice. Room was very clean. Lovely breakfast. Good location. Property was a little run down which is why I am only giving it 4 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice hotel, and found the breakfast very good. Room cleanliness was not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in Sofia, pretty central to the main attractions in Sofia
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Hotel with great location staff was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Book it for the breakfast

15 to 20 min walk to all the sights or starting place for tours. Staff was helpful. Breakfast buffett was beyond belief!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good. The staff of the hotel did an excellent job. Martin Apostolove helped me to trace my lost bag in the taxi . I am very thankful to him.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was helpful and recieved my coming late due to layover message. Front desk helped correct and educate me on some basic language and safety aspects of the neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! Staff was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property for business and leisure travelers. It is very close to the city center, all services are perfect including breakfast, and the staff is super helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location, walking distance to many restaurants and bars. Hotel staff extremely friendly at check in and check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elmira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, walking distance to the center, market around the corner, good size rooms with everything you need. But most important - great customer service and fast WiFi.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel convenient location walking distance to everything. Very clean with great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relatively good hotel for the price and location. Close to city center, a bit of walk. Nice breakfast and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice, centrally located hotel

Nice hotel centrally located to most tourist sites (15-20 minutes walk) and close to public transport (5-10 mins walk). The room was clean and comfortable, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast buffet was good with many hot and cold options. The wifi also worked well. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

aldan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, staff was very helpful and pleasant. Great location, 10 minute walk to vitosha street, the main downtown strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Bachan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location was good. We had issues with the locks on the bathrooms which were not addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025