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Sofia Balkan Palace
5.0 star property

Hotel with fitness centre, walk to Sofia Central Mineral Baths

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Sofia Balkan Palace

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Reception
View from room
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
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • GymGymGym

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Map
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
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Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite with King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 614 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 958 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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About the area

Sofia

Sofia Balkan Palace is located in Sofia City Center, a neighbourhood in Sofia, and is near a metro station and in the mountains. National Palace of Culture and Boyana Church are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Sofia Central Mineral Baths and Church of St. George. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Bulgarian Army Stadium.
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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 (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 rejuvenated in 2019 and located near Sofia Central Mineral Baths
Located close to Church of St. George and Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Sofia Balkan Palace provides an art gallery on-site, a shopping centre on-site and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Stardust restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a hair salon.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front desk safe and a gift shop
  • ATM/banking services, 7 meeting rooms and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 241 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Baby baths, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

Bulgarian, English, German, Greek, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

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 transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (EUR 21 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM–11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 23 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Stardust restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (13,563 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Vegetable garden

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Building
  • Built in 1956
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - October 2019
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • 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 are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lb per pet)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from 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

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, 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

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

Is Sofia Balkan Palace pet-friendly?

Yes, Sofia Balkan Palace allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet. There's a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Sofia Balkan Palace?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofia Balkan Palace on 21 Apr 2024 start from £95.72, 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.

How much is parking at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Self-parking is available for EUR 21.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Sofia Balkan Palace located?

Located in Sofia City Center, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Church of St. George and Sofia Central Mineral Baths. Bulgarian Parliament and Alexander Nevski Cathedral are also within 15 minutes. Serdika Station is only a 2-minute walk and Lavov Most Station is 12 minutes.

Sofia Balkan Palace Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 903 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 903 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 903 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 903 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 903 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

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, rooms spacious and clean, excellent breakfast buffet, minutes to popular landmarks and shopping boulevard with many food and entertainment options.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect and we had a 'royal' stay.Staff were very friendly and gave some toys to our kids during check in which completely made them happy. Very good location and this was one if the best stay we ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place and impressive facility for reasonable price.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in the heart of Sofia!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

farah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located for all places to visit
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has amazing character nicely preserved from a previous era. The hot breakfast was cold, partly because of the cold plates but mainly because the food warmers were not hot enough
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina, Buffalo

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

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

James

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

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
5.0