"Large rooms, a little dated in places but comfortable and clean..The attached cafe makes an excellent breakfast and well worth paying the extra for. Metro right outside the door but also the main attraction are very walkable from the location. Would happily stay here again."
"Large rooms, a little dated in places but comfortable and clean..The attached cafe makes an excellent breakfast and well worth paying the extra for. Metro right outside the door but also the main attraction are very walkable from the location. Would happily stay here again."
"Such a great find! Excellent price for a lovely apartment. Access to a kitchen with hot drinks, snacks and cooking facilities. Room was modern and clean. Bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing. Staff were helpful. Not much room needed to make improvements as everything was perfect other than I messaged to let them know what time I would arrive on Expedia and no one responded! Other than that excellent stay and would highly recommend!"
"Such a great find! Excellent price for a lovely apartment. Access to a kitchen with hot drinks, snacks and cooking facilities. Room was modern and clean. Bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing. Staff were helpful. Not much room needed to make improvements as everything was perfect other than I messaged to let them know what time I would arrive on Expedia and no one responded! Other than that excellent stay and would highly recommend!"
"For the cost of a room it is absolutely superb!
Incredibly helpful and friendly staff
A private balcony to enjoy a coffee and a view of snow capped mountains in the distance is amazing too
Very comfortable bed and a great powerful shower"
"For the cost of a room it is absolutely superb!
Incredibly helpful and friendly staff
A private balcony to enjoy a coffee and a view of snow capped mountains in the distance is amazing too
Very comfortable bed and a great powerful shower"
Magical location, really romantic and serene. We stayed at the castle which was a great and unique experience. We had a little issue with the toilet seat and the room was a bit small but I guess this was part of the charm of the place. Staff were really nice and friendly especially the somellier, yet some of them were very young and clearly needed some additional training. However, breakfast was nice and wine and rakish were divine. Place has so much charm and is really really unique.
Magical location, really romantic and serene. We stayed at the castle which was a great and unique experience. We had a little issue with the toilet seat and the room was a bit small but I guess this was part of the charm of the place. Staff were really nice and friendly especially the somellier, yet some of them were very young and clearly needed some additional training. However, breakfast was nice and wine and rakish were divine. Place has so much charm and is really really unique.
Located near to a number of trams, and the M4 metro, which goes directly to the airport. Neighbourhood has shops, restaurants and other amenities which is helpful. Hotel is really clean, and quiet, with a good breakfast offering. The balcony was a nice touch and bed was comfy. Would definitely stay here again
Located near to a number of trams, and the M4 metro, which goes directly to the airport. Neighbourhood has shops, restaurants and other amenities which is helpful. Hotel is really clean, and quiet, with a good breakfast offering. The balcony was a nice touch and bed was comfy. Would definitely stay here again
Sarah
Reviewed October 26, 2026Reviewed October 26, 2026
We had a great trip. Ludmil is a wonderful host! We enjoyed the different Bulgarian pastries each morning & his chats about Bulgarian history, plus advice on where to go & how to get there. He also took us one day to Rila Monastery, a trout restaurant & Boyana Church. This was a more relaxing trip than if we'd gone on a coach tour!
We had a great trip. Ludmil is a wonderful host! We enjoyed the different Bulgarian pastries each morning & his chats about Bulgarian history, plus advice on where to go & how to get there. He also took us one day to Rila Monastery, a trout restaurant & Boyana Church. This was a more relaxing trip than if we'd gone on a coach tour!
We had a great stay at this hotel, which is right on the corner with Vitosha street. Great location, walkable to all the main attractions. Plenty of restaurants nearby.
The room was also great, there is an AC. We could leave our bags at reception after check-out.
Breakfast was at a nearby cafe Memento which consisted of a coffee and a croissant which was perfect for us. Would recommend!
We had a great stay at this hotel, which is right on the corner with Vitosha street. Great location, walkable to all the main attractions. Plenty of restaurants nearby.
The room was also great, there is an AC. We could leave our bags at reception after check-out.
Breakfast was at a nearby cafe Memento which consisted of a coffee and a croissant which was perfect for us. Would recommend!
Aleksandra
Reviewed September 18, 2025Reviewed September 18, 2025
Lovely little modern hotel tucked in off the Main Street. Good location - walking distance to the main square. Nice room with modern bathroom. I only stayed one night but it was good value for money and a very pleasant atmosphere and the staff were very helpful and friendly.
Lovely little modern hotel tucked in off the Main Street. Good location - walking distance to the main square. Nice room with modern bathroom. I only stayed one night but it was good value for money and a very pleasant atmosphere and the staff were very helpful and friendly.
Such a great find! Excellent price for a lovely apartment. Access to a kitchen with hot drinks, snacks and cooking facilities. Room was modern and clean. Bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing. Staff were helpful. Not much room needed to make improvements as everything was perfect other than I messaged to let them know what time I would arrive on Expedia and no one responded! Other than that excellent stay and would highly recommend!
Such a great find! Excellent price for a lovely apartment. Access to a kitchen with hot drinks, snacks and cooking facilities. Room was modern and clean. Bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing. Staff were helpful. Not much room needed to make improvements as everything was perfect other than I messaged to let them know what time I would arrive on Expedia and no one responded! Other than that excellent stay and would highly recommend!
Angela
Reviewed October 27, 2026Reviewed October 27, 2026
Great value hotel, we stayed the night before a flight from Sofia airport. Food hall / shopping mall nearby, breakfast was good and the location was perfect for our purpose.
Great value hotel, we stayed the night before a flight from Sofia airport. Food hall / shopping mall nearby, breakfast was good and the location was perfect for our purpose.
We chose this location because of its proximity with Mt. Vitosha that we wanted to hike on. The apparthotel complex is very modern and functional. Inside we had a big living room with 2 sofas and everything for kitchen. There is a huge frige. The bedroom was nice and the beds comfortable.Everything squeaky clean. The bathroom is large and has a bathtub.
Underground parking is available, but it not included in the rate and is quite expensive.
The aparthotel is located in a socialist-style...
We chose this location because of its proximity with Mt. Vitosha that we wanted to hike on. The apparthotel complex is very modern and functional. Inside we had a big living room with 2 sofas and everything for kitchen. There is a huge frige. The bedroom was nice and the beds comfortable.Everything squeaky clean. The bathroom is large and has a bathtub.
Underground parking is available, but it not included in the rate and is quite expensive.
The aparthotel is located in a socialist-style...
Stefan
Reviewed September 23, 2024Reviewed September 23, 2024
This hotel is a little hidden gem, just outside of Sofia. A 10 lev taxi ride direct into the centre. Booked for by the very friendly and helpful staff.
A lovely greeting in our room, only small but, a nice little touch that was well received.
The room decor may not be to everyones taste but the room was massive, clean tidy, well ventilated with a lovely view.
Food in the restaurant at breakfast was plentyful.
Should I return to Sofia, and its highly likely I will this will be my first choice.
This hotel is a little hidden gem, just outside of Sofia. A 10 lev taxi ride direct into the centre. Booked for by the very friendly and helpful staff.
A lovely greeting in our room, only small but, a nice little touch that was well received.
The room decor may not be to everyones taste but the room was massive, clean tidy, well ventilated with a lovely view.
Food in the restaurant at breakfast was plentyful.
Should I return to Sofia, and its highly likely I will this will be my first choice.
Central location but located off a quiet side street. The room was spacious and clean with comfortable beds and had good air-conditioning. The entry key system for late check in had been installed the previous day and they had forgotten to send me details for access. Once I was able to make contact via WhatsApp, they were able to sort this out quickly and I received calls from the manager and the owner to check that everything was okay.
Central location but located off a quiet side street. The room was spacious and clean with comfortable beds and had good air-conditioning. The entry key system for late check in had been installed the previous day and they had forgotten to send me details for access. Once I was able to make contact via WhatsApp, they were able to sort this out quickly and I received calls from the manager and the owner to check that everything was okay.
Booked a premium suite. Two nice bedrooms, comfy living room and both the balconies had amazing views of Vitosha Mountain. All the amenities you would need are there. Breakfast was fantastic and the hotel staff were very helpful. Great location, which was quiet, but only a short walk to most of the sights. Had a great time at this hotel
Booked a premium suite. Two nice bedrooms, comfy living room and both the balconies had amazing views of Vitosha Mountain. All the amenities you would need are there. Breakfast was fantastic and the hotel staff were very helpful. Great location, which was quiet, but only a short walk to most of the sights. Had a great time at this hotel
Martin
Reviewed October 24, 2026Reviewed October 24, 2026
At this price point, Hotel Grand, in Samakov, is excellent value. The owner, Stanislav, was very helpful and gave us great service. The room was fine, the restaurant was fine, the bar was fine. There are 4 large supermarkets very near the hotel. We like supermarkets :) We had a great, comfortable stay. Thank you Stanislav and your team :)
At this price point, Hotel Grand, in Samakov, is excellent value. The owner, Stanislav, was very helpful and gave us great service. The room was fine, the restaurant was fine, the bar was fine. There are 4 large supermarkets very near the hotel. We like supermarkets :) We had a great, comfortable stay. Thank you Stanislav and your team :)
Simeon
Reviewed February 15, 2026Reviewed February 15, 2026
Stayed for three nights and had a great stay. Very good location, close to the main boulevard and metro. Nice bright room, very tidy. Breakfast was included, which was a bonus. The restaurant at the hotel was very reasonably priced and delicious. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed for three nights and had a great stay. Very good location, close to the main boulevard and metro. Nice bright room, very tidy. Breakfast was included, which was a bonus. The restaurant at the hotel was very reasonably priced and delicious. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed December 11, 2016Reviewed December 11, 2016
Just returned yesterday. Lovely stay with good location for centre. Location itself could be described as 'up and coming' but that should not put anyone off, not only does it stand out but this is part of the charm of Sofia. Only a few minutes walk to Lavov Most, which makes for some excellent views and the Metro location which can be taken to the airport with one change.
Hotel itself was clean, staff very friendly and overall great value.
Just returned yesterday. Lovely stay with good location for centre. Location itself could be described as 'up and coming' but that should not put anyone off, not only does it stand out but this is part of the charm of Sofia. Only a few minutes walk to Lavov Most, which makes for some excellent views and the Metro location which can be taken to the airport with one change.
Hotel itself was clean, staff very friendly and overall great value.
What are the best 3-star hotels in Northwest Bulgaria?
Based on feedback from our customers, Hotel Rila Sofia is one of the best 3-star hotels in Sofia, Northwest Bulgaria. It offers a memory foam mattress and designer toiletries, and is around 0.3 mi south of the centre. Guests also love Arte Hotel, approximately 0.3 mi east of downtown. A cafe and front desk services help make it a sought-after city escape.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Northwest Bulgaria?
The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Northwest Bulgaria is the quality of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually lower priced and provide the conveniences and services you need to be comfy, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can expect a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale décor, premium bathroom products and extra touches like on-site spas.
What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Northwest Bulgaria?
Motels typically offer more affordable rates compared to hotels, which makes them great if you're exploring around Northwest Bulgaria and sticking to a budget. A great option for overnight stays, these roadside accommodation have simply furnished rooms, limited services and on-site parking. Book a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay more for additional comfort, space and conveniences. Guests can take advantage of things like a lobby, free WiFi and conference rooms at this kind of property.
Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Northwest Bulgaria?
Start your day right by enjoying the free breakfast at St George Hotel. This popular getaway also offers a garden and a spa. Alternatively, pour yourself a cup of tea and charge your batteries at Hotel Niky. These 3-star accommodation in Northwest Bulgaria will save you the hassle of finding somewhere to eat in the mornings.
Do any 3-star hotels in Northwest Bulgaria have a pool?
Enjoy some chill time by the pool at Wine & SPA Complex Starossel, a leading 3-star getaway in Northwest Bulgaria. You can also enjoy a refreshing swim and kick back poolside at Aparthouse Borovo. Planning a summer getaway? Daily average temperatures are warmest in June, July and August. During August, the warmest month, the mercury is between 14ºC at night and 29ºC during the day.
What 3-star hotels in Northwest Bulgaria have an on-site restaurant?
If your adventures through Northwest Bulgaria include Sofia, book a room at Hotel Rila Sofia. This 3-star pick comes with an on-site restaurant in addition to a cafe and an espresso maker. Arte Hotel is another favourite in this city. Eat without venturing from the convenience of your accommodation and take advantage of a cafe and a nearby casino here.
Do any 3-star hotels in Northwest Bulgaria have WiFi?
Book one of our 3-star hotels with WiFi in Northwest Bulgaria and look forward to the convenience of updating your social media accounts or checking work emails. Arte Hotel and Hotel Rila Sofia are two escapes where you can stay connected while venturing around Sofia. Remember that WiFi may be complimentary or charged at an additional fee, so check before you book.
What 3-star hotels in Northwest Bulgaria have parking?
Catalina International is one 3-star option in Northwest Bulgaria that provides a place to leave your vehicle. Alternatively, park up and enjoy a good night's rest at Greek Rooms in the City Centre. There's loads to keep you busy during your getaway to Northwest Bulgaria. Alexander Nevski Cathedral and Mount Vitosha are just the beginning of your adventures.
Do any 3-star hotels in Northwest Bulgaria have rooms with a kitchenette?
Book one of our 3-star properties with kitchenettes in Northwest Bulgaria and look forward to the freedom and ease of preparing your own dinners. If you're heading for Sofia, have a look at Bon Bon Central. A sauna and a cafe are a couple of its many amenities. Aparthouse Borovo also has accommodation with a space to cook, as well as a sauna and a terrace.