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Hotel Lion Sofia

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

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds
Reception
Front of property - evening/night

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 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

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

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

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

Double or Twin Room

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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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Vitoshka Boulevard - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • National Palace of Culture - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lavov Most Station - 2 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station - 11 min walk
  • Sofia Airport (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 located in Sofia City Center
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and car rentals 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 like:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services, a front-desk safe, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Lion Sofia include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip 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

  • In-room crib
  • 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
  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • 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 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 cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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: approximately BGN 18 for adults and 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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

We should mention

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
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Hotel Lion Sofia Hotel Sofia

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?

Check-out 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. 142 out of 404 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 404 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 404 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 404 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 404 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

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….
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022