See all properties
Save

Hotel Lion Sofia

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

Photo gallery for Hotel Lion Sofia

Front of property - evening/night
Reception
Front of property - evening/night
Desk, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Sofia 1172 str. Vasil Kalchev 2, office, Sofia, 1202
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • National Palace of Culture
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sofia (SOF)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Desk, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Desk, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room Single Use

Desk, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room

Desk, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

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

About the area

Sofia

Hotel Lion Sofia puts you in the heart of Sofia, within just a 10-minute stroll of Banya Basha Mosque and Yellow Pavement. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and sports massages. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free train pick-up service. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Sofia City Center hotel include Sofia Synagogue and Sofia Central Mineral Baths.

What's nearby

  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • National Palace of Culture - 4 min drive - 3.0 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
  • ‪Хаджидрагановите къщи (Hadjidraganov's Houses) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge Bar and Dinner - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Lion Sofia

Hotel in Sofia with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Hotel Lion Sofia also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

This 3-star Sofia hotel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Lion Sofia offers 33 accommodations with espresso makers and a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Romanian, Russian

Similar properties

Reception

Best Western Terminus Hotel

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 304 reviews
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Best Western Terminus Hotel

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

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 are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for BGN 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: BGN 2.00 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 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

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 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
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 accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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
Hotel Lion Sofia Sofia
Hotel Lion Sofia Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Lion Sofia?

Hotel Lion Sofia offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Lion Sofia?

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Lion Sofia on 1 Apr 2025 start from NZ$147.18, 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.

What makes Hotel Lion Sofia a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Lion Sofia.

Is Hotel Lion Sofia family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Lion Sofia is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Lion Sofia serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Lion Sofia?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Lion Sofia?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Lion Sofia?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Hotel Lion Sofia Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 388 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark, Bellevue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Value and Location
It was a great stay. Staff is quiet. Hotel is quiet. Location is great. Room was huge.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

guo ming

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Vasyl

Travelled with family
This hotel was soso. Bathroom was great. AC was old and barely made cold. It is 1 km away from city center. View is average. Nothing impressive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gilla

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, especially given its price. The location is not terrible, but you so have a 10 minute walk to reach the central metro statiob ehich is probably the one you'll use. Staff was friendly and helpful, not always at the front desk so sometimes you have to wait a while at the lobby. Apart from that, rooms were perfectly clean and fitted the pictures on here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Ruel B, Brampton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
accessible area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

md nazmul

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are not friendly. Bad smell in the room. Location is very good though..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
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 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, very comfortable
large room, well-equipped, quiet and comfortable. Excellent bar/cafe attached with interesting breakfast choices
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Victor

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, good value, ideal location
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 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Great market two doors down. Restaurant next door provides excellent breakfast. Lavov Most metro station on M2 line is right across the street. Take M4 metro line from airport to Serdika stop. Transfer to M2 line heading for Obelya. Lavon Most is next stop. Look for exit from metro to Maria Luisa.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

colin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I liked the quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sellathurai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Centraly located next-door to metro tram
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

10/10 Excellent

Sellathurai

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in Sofia
Huge room and bathroom for a bargain price in a great location. Slept extremely well too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023