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Sofia Balkan Palace

Property class: 5 and above
5-star luxury hotel near Church of St. George

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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Daily full breakfast (EUR 23.00 per person)
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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5 Sveta Nedelya Square, Sofia, Sofia, 1000
  • Place, Sofia Central Mineral Baths
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of St. George
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alexander Nevski Cathedral
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sofia (SOF)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior King Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Living area | Flat-screen TV

Executive King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Executive King Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite with King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite with King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 958 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Deluxe Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sofia

Heart of Sofia.A stay at this Sofia City Center hotel places you steps from Church of St. George and within a 5-minute walk of Sofia Central Mineral Baths. Alexander Nevski Cathedral and Bulgarian Parliament are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Church of St. George - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Serdika Station - 2 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station - 8 min drive
  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Happy Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Largo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Breakfast Room, Sofia Balkan Palace - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spaghetti Kitchen Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burrata Italiana Center - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sofia Balkan Palace

5-star luxury hotel near Church of St. George
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 7 meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Event space at this hotel measures 13563 square feet (1260 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Sofia Balkan Palace. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 5-star Sofia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 241 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 13563 sq ft of conference space
  • 1260 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1956
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Sofia Balkan Palace offers 241 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 31 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will 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 1.53 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: 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 31.00 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 59.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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

How close is Sofia Balkan Palace to the airport?

Sofia Balkan Palace is 7.1 mi (18-min drive) away from the Sofia Airport (SOF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofia Balkan Palace on May 5, 2026 start from $140, 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.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace have an airport shuttle?

Sofia Balkan Palace offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 40 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sofia Balkan Palace, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 23.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sofia Balkan Palace?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Sofia Balkan Palace?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 31.00 per day.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace have a pool?

Sofia Balkan Palace does not have a pool.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sofia Balkan Palace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sofia Balkan Palace to downtown Sofia?

Sofia Balkan Palace is 0.1 mi away from Sofia.

Sofia Balkan Palace Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 534 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1005 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

monte, St. George

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

khaled

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was okay, spacious and fancy But the pillow cases are teared up, found some hair in the towels, and the light and curtains control is not the best, the room didn’t had the perfect sound proof windows or doors as i can hear people in the corridor talking, also i could hear the sirens from the streets
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

anthonyE, San Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was amazing, very comfortable and the view was incredible. Only a few minor cons. The laundry service is very expensive, the building is on centralized air and in winter won’t allow you to go below 23*C so the room got quite warm, and the bellhops did not offer any help with the luggage on check in (only appearing after a suitcase got caught in the revolving door and I had to press the emergency stop).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

vered

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
perfect location. clean & comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Patrick, San Antonio

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing building, modern but classical rooms. We loved it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Shimon

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No cleanup 3 2/4 days. No soap at soap dispenser. Smell of sewer. Bad attitude of front office. Shameful 3rd bed for the 3rd person. Lies about “do not disturb” sign.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony E., San Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 star everything!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay at the Balkan Palace at Sofia very much- the location was great, staff was helpful and very nice, room was big and cofortable and the heating fllor next to the shower was a very nice surprise! Defintely will recommend on this hotel for friends and familiy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious well appointed, clean and comfortable. The hotel is grand and centrally located. The breakfast was outstanding,
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

chi wai

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Sofia Balkan. The hotel is conveniently located next to Serdika metro station. Most location attractions are within walking distance. The rooms are clean and modern. The shower temperature could be a bit hotter and it’s strange there’s no hair dryer in the room. Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

VASILY, Sofia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

John, Toronto

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shockingly bad service in every aspect. Room not cleaned, asked five times for a wine list at the restaurant, impossible to get a coffee refill at breakfast. They just weren’t interested in their guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Israel, Hod Hasharon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I check in, the bell boy was very rude
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful building in an excellent location. The property could be five star but has zero star service. Check-in was a nightmare, staff were rude and unconcerned with guests. Room cleaning, when it happened, was shoddy. Bathroom had embedded grime. Restaurant service was appalling. Asking four times for a menu, long wait for food and beverages. Sadly disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness
The availability of food at the bar was very limited by time and of very average quality, the reception staff were very offhand and fairly unhelpful. The bar staff were very friendly and apologetic, the problem would appear to be with the management. A great location and building, the plug in the bathroom sink had to be kept closed otherwise the smell in the room was disgusting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Windowless room

I was allocated a room without a window and the drains were smelly. The rest of the hotel seemed very nice so I guess I just got a bad deal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Plamen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very comfortable and all the staff were great. It was very disappointing that many facilities were unavailable! It was also disappointing that you only provided us with two coffee pods, only provided powdered milk in the room, and didn't offer new bottles of water each day
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideally situated seemingly in the middle of the city and by a metro. Lovely spot. Nice bar. Good rooms. Decent breakfast. All good here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baxter

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025