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Hotel Lion Sofia

3.0 star property
Hotel in Sofia with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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

Deluxe Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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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
  • Vitoshka Boulevard - 10 min walk - 0.9 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

  • Lavov Most Station - 2 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station - 11 min walk
  • Sofia (SOF) - 19 min drive

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

Hotel located in Sofia City Center
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site at Hotel Lion Sofia. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and laundry services
  • ATM/banking services, a front desk safe and a lift
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Lion Sofia offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • In-room massages and sound-insulated walls
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Romanian, Russian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: BGN 18 for adults and BGN 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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 stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for BGN 30.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

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 2.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately BGN 18 for adults and from BGN 18 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: BGN 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: BGN 30.0 per night

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

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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Hotel Lion Sofia
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Lion Sofia Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Lion Sofia pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. A cleaning fee of BGN 20 also applies.

What time is check-in at Hotel Lion Sofia?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Lion Sofia?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hotel Lion Sofia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of BGN 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Lion Sofia located?

Located in Sofia City Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Banya Basha Mosque, Yellow Pavement and Sofia Synagogue. Sofia Central Mineral Baths and Regional History Museum Of Sofia are also within 10 minutes. Lavov Most Station is only a 2-minute walk and Central Bus Station - Sofia is 9 minutes.

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Hotel Lion Sofia Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 416 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 416 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 416 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 416 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 416 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great place, close to the city center and bus station.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Everything OK
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

It's a great location and highly recommend! Clean and comfortable. Nice staff The only concern may be the noise from the Tramways starting early in the morning, however you get used to it after a while I am completely Satisfied
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Okay, the receptionist whin zi checked in was fantastic, very froendly and welcoming. The receptionist when I checked out was not as friendly, but good at her job. However, I was given a great room and the breakfast was very good too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Perfect for a few nights in Sofia! It is walking distance to the bus station and the metro station that takes you to the airport. It is clean and spacious. Only thing is you hear the trams going and coming. Not too bad but if you’re a light sleeper just fyi.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Location is good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Very close to center of the city and nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

It was a great stay. Staff is quiet. Hotel is quiet. Location is great. Room was huge.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Perfect location to stay in Sofia.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

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
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Its a very conveniently located hotel, short walk from all interesting cities. Very large room with hige comfortable bed. Little dated..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

Huge room and bathroom for a bargain price in a great location. Slept extremely well too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10

I found the property quite basic but safe and comfortable for a night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Nice enough place. For a free upgrade which is always nice. Lots of traffic and noises during the night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

accessible area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Very convenient location. View from my room is amazing ! Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

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
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023