Sofia Balkan Palace

Sofia Balkan Palace

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Sofia Balkan Palace
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Overview

The exclusive Sofia Balkan Palace Hotel, located an 8-minute stroll from the gigantic Soviet Army Monument, features Wi-Fi in the lobby. Boasting a gym and a fitness studio, this 5-star boutique-style hotel is in the very heart of the city, only a short walk from The Rotunda Church of St George.

Location

The non-smoking hotel boasts a privileged location in Sofia, 850 feet from Serdika metro station. Guests can also easily visit Central Sofia Market Hall or Mall of Sofia, which is a 15-minute walk away. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is 0.7 miles away, while Sofia Central Bus is situated quite close to this accommodation.

Tsentralni Hali bus stop is located nearby, a 5-minute walk from the grand Sofia Balkan Palace Hotel.

Rooms

The hotel welcomes guests to 256 rooms complete with a multi-channel TV, as well as comforts like air conditioning. Some rooms are decorated in classic design. Featuring a bathtub, a rainfall shower, and a separate toilet, the bathrooms also have a hair dryer and bath sheets. This Sofia property offers rooms with view of the courtyard.

Eat & Drink

At the à la carte Labels restaurant you can enjoy international dishes. The Sofia hotel invites guests to the lounge bar to relax with a drink.

Leisure & Business

The Balkan Palace also provides a conference room for those arriving on business.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site at EUR 31 per day.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 23 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Greek, Russian, Bulgarian
Building
Year renovated:2006
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:256
Former name
Sheraton Sofia Balkan
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Rooms and availability

Junior Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
Executive King Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
One-Bedroom Junior Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • City view
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

EUR 31 per day

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Sofia Balkan Palace

💵 Lowest room price 135 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
🗺️ Location rating 9.4
✈️ Distance to airport 7.1 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Sofia, SOF

Location
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5 Sveta Nedelya Square, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1000
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5 Sveta Nedelya Square, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1000
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Museums
Regional History Museum
100 yd
Market
Sofia's Central Market Hall
100 yd
Parks
City Garden
100 yd
Broadway Theatre
"Ivan Vazov" National Theater
100 yd
Museums
National Institute of Archaeology with Museum
100 yd
Mosque
Banya Bashi Mosque
100 yd
Gallery
National Art Gallery
100 yd
Church
Church of St Petka of the Saddlers
100 yd
pl Sveta Nedelya
Holy Nedelya Church
100 yd
Vitosha boulevard
100 yd
Parks
Doctor's Garden
100 yd
bul. "Vitosha" 2
Sofia Court of Justice
100 yd
Church
The Rotunda Church of St George
100 yd
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Monument to the Unknown Warrior
100 yd
Church
Ancient Orthodox Church Saint Parascheva
100 yd
Restaurant
Basilica All Day Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
Bar & Dinner Rotonda
100 yd
Restaurant
Capo Mediterranean Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
DSQUARED2 Cocktails & Lounge
100 yd
Restaurant
Kumbare
100 yd
Restaurant
Spaghetti Kitchen & Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
LARGO di Serdika bar&diner
100 yd
Restaurant
Espresso Cultura Specialty Coffee
100 yd
Restaurant
Shtastlivetsa Vitoshka
100 yd
Restaurant
Skapto-Iskar 11a
100 yd

Reviews of Sofia Balkan Palace

8.2 /10
Great
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Located centrally, offers high-tech rooms, excellent breakfast, and attentive service. Minor cleanliness issues noted.

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Guests rate the Location 9/10

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Rooms and cleanliness7
Here's what guests said:
“Beautiful King rooms feature space, smart controls, modern decor. Cleaning issues occasionally reported.”
Location9
Here's what guests said:
“Heart of Sofia, 5 minutes to Holy Nedelya Church, convenient metro access.”
Dining8
Here's what guests said:
“Breakfast buffet offers made-to-order eggs, local specialties like banitsa and lemon tart.”
Price and service7
Here's what guests said:
“Prices for amenities noted as steep; staff responsive to requests and attentive.”
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  • M
    Mark
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jan 13
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    comfortable room
    delicious breakfast
    central location

    Would recommend for a brief visit

    Comfortable room, delicious breakfast, including tasty coffee and fresh fruit, in a central location, just a short walk to various attractions and the metro station.

    Nothing that I didn't like.

    Deluxe King Room
  • R
    Robert
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Nov 20
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    quiet room
    excellent breakfast

    easy access to the best of sofia. Quiet comfort

    I absolutely loved how my stay placed me just a few steps away from the Holy Nedelya Church and about 15 minutes from the beautiful Borisova Garden, making city exploration effortless and enjoyable. The hotel’s amenities were impressive as my room was quiet, allowing for a restful night’s sleep, and the breakfast spread was really lovely, providing a great start to my sightseeing days.

    Deluxe King Room
  • G
    Gary
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Oct 21
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    high-tech room
    touch screen control

    The high-tech features in our renovated room were impressive, especially the touch screens for lighting and air conditioning. It felt like a modern escape!

    Deluxe King Room
  • B
    Brian
    United States of America
    left 6 reviews
    Wrote a review on Oct 18
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    modern comfort
    attentive staff
    awkward bathroom
    room privacy

    Exceptional Hospitality and Modern Comfort

    My stay was absolutely delightful! The central location made it easy to explore the city, and I loved the touch screen controls in my renovated Deluxe King Room—they added a modern touch to my experience. The staff was incredibly attentive and went out of their way to help, making me feel valued. However, the lack of a door in the bathroom was a bit awkward.

    Deluxe King Room
  • P
    Patrick
    United States of America
    left 6 reviews
    Wrote a review on Oct 10
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service5.0
    Dining6.0
    6.0
    stunning view
    comfortable bed

    It was just a suitable option for a quick stop in Sofia with fantastic value for money. The room had a stunning view of the beautiful Orthodox church which made waking up a highlight. Just make sure to double-check your wake-up calls for timely service.

    Executive Room, Guest Room, 1 King, High Floor With Free Wi-fi And Tea & Coffee Equipment
  • D
    David
    United States of America
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on Oct 09
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    luxurious room
    fine architecture

    Elegant, Elegant, Elegant

    The elegant Beautiful King Room offered smart technology like touch panels Plus, the location was unbeatable, right near all the city’s top sights!

    recommend ❤️❤️

    Deluxe King Room
  • A
    Ann
    United States of America
    left 4 reviews
    Wrote a review on Sept 25
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    delicious breakfast
    modern shower
    older furniture

    I had an amazing stay! The breakfast spread was incredible, especially the lemon tart and traditional Bulgarian banitsa. I loved the modern room facilities, and the shower was an absolute highlight! However, be prepared that the furniture might look older than in the photos.

    Deluxe King Room
  • R
    Rich
    United States of America
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on Sept 11
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining5.0
    10
    central location
    helpful staff
    spacious room

    staying at balkan palace was a treat! the location is right at the heart of the city, making it super convenient. the staff were amazing, always smiling and so helpful. the deluxe king room was spacious and clean, and I loved the fitness center. everything felt luxurious from start to finish.

    would recommend

    Deluxe King Room
  • D
    Dennis
    United States of America
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on Aug 22
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    10
    central location
    helpful staff

    an enchanting stay with genuinely helpful staff and a perfect location right next to everything you can imagine

    Great central location, lovely accommodating team.

    Executive King Room
  • A
    Ann
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jul 20
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service7.0
    Dining6.0
    8.0
    high-tech room
    comfortable bed
    leaking shower
    delayed housekeeping

    I booked a Deluxe King Room and was pleased with the spaciousness. The location near key attractions made sightseeing easy. Check-in went smoothly, and the staff were friendly. The room featured high-tech controls for lighting that took a moment to figure out but added a modern touch. However, the shower had a minor leak, and the shower screen could use better sealing to avoid splashes. Amenities like the mini-bar were good, but I found the prices a bit steep. I enjoyed breakfast with a decent selection, but fresh options were limited. I encountered some issues with cleanliness. missing towels were reported but took a while to resolve. Overall, I appreciated the comfort of the bed and good Wi-Fi connectivity. With some improvements in housekeeping and dining options, this hotel could reach its full potential.

    Deluxe King Room
  • K
    Kirk
    United States of America
    left 9 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 27
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining10.0
    8.0
    buffet breakfast
    relaxing terrace
    cozy lounge
    cleaning issue

    I had a lovely stay and really enjoyed the rich buffet breakfast with fresh orange juice and cappuccino. There were great spots to relax, like the lovely terrace and the cozy lounge area. The only hiccup was some minor cleaning issues, but overall, I had a fantastic time! 😊

    Executive King Room
  • A
    Adam
    United States of America
    left 10 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 17
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    central location
    helpful staff
    poor air conditioning

    Great central location, but air conditioning didn't work properly in my room.

    Deluxe King Room
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