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Novotel Sofia

Property class: 4

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An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, covered by blue umbrellas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
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A modern restaurant interior with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a mix of seating arrangements.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a staircase.
A modern interior with wooden flooring, white storage units, and a blue accent wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct

Explore the area

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115 N Tsarigradsko Shosse Blvd, Sofia, 1784
  • Place, The Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Megapark
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Arena Armeec
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sofia (SOF)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV displaying 'NOVOTEL SOFIA', and a large window with curtains.

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a dining table with breakfast.

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Mountain View

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a minibar, and a sliding door to a balcony with a city view.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Superior)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a minibar.

Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Superior)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room (Library)

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.

Room (Library)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV screen displaying 'NOVOTEL SOFIA'.

Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mountain View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted TV displaying 'NOVOTEL SOFIA'.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Sofia

A family-friendly stay in Sofia awaits you at Novotel Sofia. Within steps you'll find European Trade Centre and The Mall. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Novo2, serves international cuisine. Novo2 Bar is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the gym and sauna as well as access to a playground. 2454 square feet (228 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Sofia hotel include Megapark and within a 20-minute walk you'll find Sofia Tech Park.

What's nearby

  • European Trade Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Megapark - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Inter Expo and Congress Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Arena Armeec - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Mladost 1 - 19 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station - 20 min drive
  • Sofia (SOF) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tozzi Onzzi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Food Depot - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪COFFERO The Mall - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Capella Pizza & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ikigai - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Novotel Sofia

Novotel Sofia offers its guests a sauna and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2454 square feet (228 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Novotel Sofia. An airport shuttle at scheduled times is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Sofia hotel is smoke free.

  • 178 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 2454 sq ft of conference space
  • 228 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2012
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Sofia offers 178 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and a safe. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with satellite channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Sofia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to midnight at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Novo2
  • Novo2 Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping centre
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (2,454 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (150 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2012
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.28 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 buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 6 per person (one-way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Novotel Hotel Sofia
Novotel Sofia
Sofia Novotel
Novotel Sofia Hotel
Novotel Sofia Hotel
Novotel Sofia Sofia
Novotel Sofia Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Sofia?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Sofia?

As of 10 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Sofia on 24 Oct 2026 start from NZ$201, 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.

Is parking available at Novotel Sofia?

Yep, Novotel Sofia has a free self car park.

What makes Novotel Sofia a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Novotel Sofia.

Is Novotel Sofia family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a playground, as well as children's books and art supplies in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Sofia is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Sofia serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Sofia?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:30 AM - midnight at scheduled times for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Sofia?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Sofia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Sofia?

Furry friends are welcome at Novotel Sofia, with food and water bowls on offer.

Novotel Sofia Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 420 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 420 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 420 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 420 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 420 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel definitely caters to the international travel. Great location too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, every time we travel through Bulgaria we stay there with the family. The staff is super friendly, the amenities are great and being located so close to the airport makes all the difference.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were surprised for how clean and comfortable this place was for us expending one night. Plenty of space in the room and nice bathroom too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome breakfast and Damien knows how to take of his guests!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at this hotel, very clean room, professionally stuff and the big Mall nearby is a nice plus. Great breakfast, fress and tasty food. Parking underground very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mall very close - grabbed food in the food court Hotel is dog friendly Room was normal Novotel standard
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tip top
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rooms, breakfast, workout area and customer service! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, good welcome, very specious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay, very good food and service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel near the airport, excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, professional and friendly staff, great facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good for a short work trip. Great mall next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel and the breakfast buffet was great. Great location, very clean, and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room, was spacious, modern and super clean. The breakfast was awesome and on top of that, a huge mall was side by side to the hotel. I had a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and welcoming hotel, professional and courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Sofia with nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, the room and the view incredible, the staff were very friendly too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here when in Sofia. It’s a lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was super conveniently located to Sofia Mall and the relatives we were visiting
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location

Great hotel stay whilst on business in Sofia that's close to airport and short taxi from centre
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025