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Hotel Marinela Sofia

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel connected to the convention centre in Sofia with 6 restaurants

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Garden
Interior
4 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Lobby sitting area
Hotel Marinela Sofia is a luxury haven in Lozenets. Guests can savor international cuisine at six restaurants, enjoy aromatherapy and body wraps at the spa, or swim in the indoor pool. The outdoor pool area offers sun loungers, and evenings come alive with concerts and live shows.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Gym
The current price is £78
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 2906 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard King Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Vice-Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Vice-Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 1453 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
100 James Bourchier Blvd, Sofia, 1407

What's nearby

  • Vitosha Blvd - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Palace of Culture - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Vasil Levski Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Moesia/New Bulgarian University Metro Station - 11 min drive
  • Sofia Central Station - 19 min drive
  • Sofia (SOF) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green Deli Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Captain Cook - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Umami - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gurkha - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chef's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Marinela Sofia

Luxury hotel located in Lozenets
At Hotel Marinela Sofia, you can look forward to a nightclub, a poolside bar and concerts and live shows. Treat yourself to Ayurvedic treatments, aromatherapy or a massage at the on-site spa. At the 6 on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, international cuisine and garden views. Fitness classes and Pilates classes are offered at the health club; Hotel Marinela Sofia also has a terrace, designer shops on-site and a garden. In addition to a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Swimming pool, along with sunloungers
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and self-parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, an indoor pool and express check-out
  • A TV in reception, a ballroom and wedding services
Room features
All 258 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as pillow menus and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site (BGN 40 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: BGN 40 per person
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Captain Cook
  • Marionette
  • Panorama
  • Restaurant Bulgar

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Designer stores
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 13 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (17,470 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 19 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1979
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of BGN 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: BGN 3.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately BGN 40 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: BGN 40.00 per person (one way)
  • Self-parking fee: BGN 40 per night
  • Pet fee: BGN 40 per pet, per night
  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Kempinski Zografski
Kempinski Hotel Zografski
Kempinski Zografski
Kempinski Zografski Hotel
Kempinski Zografski Hotel Sofia
Kempinski Zografski Sofia
Zografski
Zografski Kempinski
Hotel Marinela Sofia
Hotel Marinela
Marinela Sofia
Hotel Marinela Sofia Hotel
Hotel Marinela Sofia Sofia
Hotel Marinela Sofia Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Marinela Sofia have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

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

As of 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Marinela Sofia on 14 Sept 2025 start from £78.39, including 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.

Is Hotel Marinela Sofia pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of BGN 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

Self-parking is available for BGN 40 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Marinela Sofia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of BGN 40.00 per person applies.

Where is Hotel Marinela Sofia located?

Located in Lozenets, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Park Center and East Park Trade Centre. Vitoshka Boulevard and Vitosha Blvd are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Hotel Marinela Sofia Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 434 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aymen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great garden and good options
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yurii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very posh hotel if slightly dated, superb pool and other facilities, conveniently located on the metro line three stops from the center.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Diana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They didn't warn people that the air conditioners weren't working in the hotel and it was terribly stuffy,the bathroom was terrible dirty it wasn't cleaned well around the corners the joints in the bathtub. The reception staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rossana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and amazing restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yurii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent pool and gorgeous lobby.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stylish luxury and very convenient location
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to shopping and best of all the restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only place we will stay in Sofia
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and beautiful
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Noshaab

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Average hotel,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my very short stay. Welcoming front desk staff, awesome gym, great breakfast and cool decor, like the Japanese Garden AND it’s close to the main part of town - I would really recommend this hotel for a business stay or a romantic getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

AKIYO

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

ビトシャ山とアレクサンダー　ニエフスキー大聖堂の屋根が金色に光るソフィアの街が見渡せるお部屋でした。

このホテルは紳士的なレセプションの方が何時もサポートしてくださいました。　 有難う御座いました。　
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of everything and yet comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

daniel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good value for price

Cleaning room was terrible , did not wash coffee cups , did not clean well
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

prakash

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff around the hotel do not acknowledge the guests. House keeping do not come around every day and i had to make a complaint to have my room cleaned, and only got a sorry from the manager. The restaurants and Japanese garden within the property were the best parts of my trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth the price

Service of all staff very poor TV channels do not work nor telephone to reception Only good thing is room and Burrata restaurant Parking very expensive 40 leva per day !!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Magdalena

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lots of good dining on site. Friendly staff. However the hotel is quite old and the rooms are outdated. I was disappointed by the breakfast. Lots of options but food quality was poor. Definitely expected more from a 5 star hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i know this hotel many years , in last few years condition of property has gone to very bad one ! maintenance not really existing , very poor service , cleaning room service bad - they simply dont clean anything , asked for wake up call they forgot ... only good thing we were upgraded to bigger room but aircon was not working ...parking extremely expensive
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OMG this hotel is freaking amazing! I love the breakfasts!!! I love the Italian restaurant and the Japanese gardens with ….black swans! For real? Black swans! Then the last day we found another garden next to the Japanese garden….what?! Nine peacocks….are you kidding me? Some were albino peacocks….what a fabulous place. I can’t wait to come back to Bulgaria just to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

david

Disliked: Staff & service
The public areas are lavish but service levels for a 5 star international hotel were dreadful. It felt like a load of concessions rather than a joined up business. I was told I couldn’t sit in the bar area by the spa as I had bought my drink at another bar. That’s absurd. A few weeks of training could solve a lot of the problems.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jamil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was the worst hotel I have been to in years. My room phone 1624 was not working for the whole 5 days I stayed there. I could order anything from the room. If I needed anything from toothpicks to an emergency kit, I had to go downstairs from the 16th floor. I reported it every single day, sometimes twice a day. They wrote it down on papers and never did anything about it, like never. It was the worst trip and stay asides the gym facility and friend staff that bit was terrible considering I paid more than $1k for 5 nights in a junior suite that was broken. The hotel is not worth it at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Vincenzo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel buono alla All solo inglese ….
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aymen

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aymen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025