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Hotel Lion Sofia

3.0 star property
Sofia hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds
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In Sofia City Center, Hotel Lion Sofia offers a vibrant atmosphere with a coffee shop, car rentals on site and dry cleaning/laundry services. Unwind in the bar or treat yourself to spa services like sports massage while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Car rentals on site
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Espresso maker
  • Elevator
The current price is CA $100
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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The price is CA $107
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
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About the area

Map
Sofia 1172 str. Vasil Kalchev 2, office, Sofia, 1202

What's nearby

  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • National Palace of Culture - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 19 min drive
  • Sofia Sever Station - 8 min drive
  • Sofia Central Station - 11 min walk
  • Lavov Most Station - 2 min walk
  • Central Bus Station - Sofia - 9 min walk
  • Serdika Station - 10 min walk
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 1920 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Шаурма Алгафари (Shaurma Algafari) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Miral Foods - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge Bar and Dinner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪com.bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Lion Sofia

Located near a train station, Hotel Lion Sofia is a great choice for a stay in Sofia. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Lavov Most Station is steps away and Central Bus Station - Sofia is 9 minutes.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Romanian, Russian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Free train station pick-up
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: BGN 2.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately BGN 18 for adults and BGN 18 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of BGN 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for BGN 30.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

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 welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Hotel Lion
Hotel Lion Sofia
Lion Hotel Sofia
Lion Sofia
Lion Sofia Hotel
Sofia Hotel Lion
Sofia Lion
Sofia Lion Hotel
Hotel Lion Sofia Hotel
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Hotel Lion Sofia Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Lion Sofia offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Lion Sofia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Lion Sofia?

Yes, pets stay free.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Lion Sofia?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is BGN 50 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Lion Sofia?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Hotel Lion Sofia and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Lion Sofia?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Hotel Lion Sofia like?

Hotel Lion Sofia is in Sofia City Center, a short 2-minute walk from Lavov Most Station and 7 minutes' walk from Sofia Central Mineral Baths.

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Hotel Lion Sofia Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Service staff
Lobby
Breakfast
Water
Elevator
Value

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was very good with interesting choices available. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10

Location is good.
1-night trip

10/10

Very close to center of the city and nice place
1-night trip

10/10

It was a great stay. Staff is quiet. Hotel is quiet. Location is great. Room was huge.
4-night trip

10/10

Perfect location to stay in Sofia.
1-night trip

8/10

Good location, 15 minute walk to the shopping district. Trams and buses in front of the hotel. The shower could use some small upgrades but all in all a very nice and hospitable, friendly helpful staff. I would stay there again
5-night trip

8/10

Its a very conveniently located hotel, short walk from all interesting cities. Very large room with hige comfortable bed. Little dated..
3-night trip

10/10

A great location in central Sofia! The room was spacious, clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly. Despite being near the Lavov bridge junction, it was relatively quiet too!
3-night trip

10/10

Huge room and bathroom for a bargain price in a great location. Slept extremely well too.
1-night trip

8/10

I found the property quite basic but safe and comfortable for a night.
1-night trip

10/10

The view from our room was the very best. If you are bothered by traffic noise (trams are loud), you should ask for a room on the courtyard side. Good location near transport links. There are also a few grocery stores near the hotel.
7-night trip

10/10

Everything was great!
2-night trip

8/10

Nice enough place. For a free upgrade which is always nice. Lots of traffic and noises during the night
1-night trip

8/10

Located right by metro stop so transport links there are perfect. Lovely little restaurant attached to hotel. 5 minute walking distance to nearby market. Reception had an odd smell on arrival but works were being done. Friendly and efficient staff. Spacious and well equipped rooms.
1-night trip

10/10

accessible area
2-night trip

10/10

Hotel itself is very nice and very affordable compare with closer to the center. Staff was nice, rooms are clean. Conveniently located. There are 3 supermarkets nearby (promarjet, Bella, lidl), coffee shops, other food stores, kiosks, authentic bakeries.
6-night trip

8/10

Our one night stay was fine. Area is a bit sketchy but a quick walk to Vitoshka and NDK. Staff was friendly. Recommend for a short stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Very convenient location. View from my room is amazing ! Thank you !
2-night trip

8/10

We selected hotel Lion for a city break (4 night stay). The hotel is good value, its clean and secure . The location offers good access to the old town if you liked walking, if not it has a tram stops close by that will allow access to more places in and around the city, we used them and have to say they are great value. The hotel is also walking distance to the main railway and bus station which allows good access to other towns – we did a day trip to Plovdiv, going out on the bus and returning the next day by train.
4-night trip

10/10

Given room 27. Ideal for me - quiet, kettle, fridge and spacious. Hotel staff very friendly and helpful and a terrific cafe attached for breakfast or other meals including craft beers. Ideal location, next to Lavov Most metro, one stop from Serdika and ten minutes from the main bus and train stations. Very pleased to return for a further night 3 days later in the same room.
1-night trip

10/10

Very convenient centre of Sofia. Clean hotel with all the facilities. Daily house keeping. Bath tap and shower facilities mini fridge kettle You can't more than this for the price All the transport network doorstep
2-night trip

8/10

Good location, about half a km from the main centre. Bit of noise from the road and the trams but not bad. Big room,
2-night trip

2/10

Classic bait and switch. Booked a deluxe room with queen bed when arrive just throw us into a dark dirty room with double bed looks nothing like the photos on Expedia website when I spoke to front desk was told take it or leave it that is not my problem. Beware run far and fast
1-night trip

2/10

I arrived 19:00 in the afternoon and the girl in reception came after 30 minutes. When I told her that I was waiting she just told me I was up….all the days during my day (one day she was eating in reception, and the other look for restaurant general first time so negative behavior in front of a desk. The coffee near the hotel was nice, rooms were big, I stayed three nights they never change bed linen. The most negative for me is the behavior of the girl in reception….. behavior like she makes us favour that we choose this hotel!! is the first look has someone when enter the hotel….
3-night trip

8/10

Et fint centralt hotel, rent og pænt. Værten på hotellet var en mand af få ord, og køleskabet fungerede ikke, ellers var alt andet i orden og godt.
2-night trip

10/10

Staselig, gammel bygning med en svært sentral beliggenhet rett ved buss, trikk og t-bane, og togstasjon noen minutter unna med trikk. Rommet jeg fikk var i loftsetasjen, så utsikten var begrenset av at det kun var takvinduer. Det var litt sjarmerende knirking i gulvet her og der, men både rommet og bygget var jevnt over svært godt vedlikeholdt og oppgradert. Opplevde ingen plagsom støy fra hverken andre gjester eller trafikken utenfor, og en stillegående air condition sørget for prima søvn. Veldig bra frokost fra kafeen vegg-i-vegg, og renholderne gjorde en strålende jobb. Drar gjerne tilbake.
3-night trip