Hotel Lion Sofia
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Hotel Lion is located in the centre of Sofia, just steps away from the Lavov Most Metro Station and a few minutes' walk from Alexander Nevski Cathedral and the Vitosha shopping boulevard. It provides free Wi-Fi and the cafeteria serves breakfast and snacks. Hotel Lion provides air-conditioned, spacious rooms with fully equipped bathrooms, a work desk, minibar and cable TV. Cafe 1920 offers various breakfast options and delisios specialties prepared with local products, all day brunch, sweets, speciality coffee, cocktails. There you can also unwind with your favourite beverage. A 10-minute walk will take you to the famous Women's Market, the Tsentralni Hali shopping hall and the popular landmark Central Bath House. The Lion is a 20-minute drive to Sofia Airport and airport transfer is offered against extra charge. It is 500 metres from the Main Train and Bus Station.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Laundry
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Free WiFi
Guests who stayed here loved
Ceren
Turkey“I really enjoyed my stay. The hotel was very clean and had a great location. The staff were friendly and made me feel warm and welcome even in such cold weather. Everything was wonderful. The hotel café was delicious, and the breakfast was also...”
Nick
United Kingdom“I'm disappointed with my allocated room, during the search and booking process there was a facility for 2 singles or large double bed, i chose the large double, what was given was a small attic room with 2 singles :-( otherwise the Hotel is...”
Chiara
Czech Republic“The hotel is not really close to the city center main tourist attractions, you have to walk like 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city. There is metro station and bus station immediately in front of the hotel. Around you have many...”
Nick
United Kingdom“Everything, the fantastic room, the view from the terrace, the location is perfect, and excellent value, 10 out of 10 from me :-) 😄”
Lay
United Kingdom“Close to the city center & walkable distance to places of interest. Tram & train station just at the front of the hotel. Good breakfast.”
Jack
Ireland“It’s our second time staying here. Extra large beds, large rooms, central location and a great breakfast. No wonder we keep coming back.”
Antonella
Malta“It was very centrally located with public transport just outside the hotel. Room was very spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious.”
Ruffledparrot
United Kingdom“Our room at the top was big, bright and airy with good views across Lion Bridge. The bed was huge and extremely comfortable.
This was a great location to grab a tram up the road to the central area, and a welcoming place to come back and relax...”
Katja
Russia“Amazing hotel, very well located, has anything you need, even great tea and coffee in the room.
The design is very nice, was the best hotel where we stayed in our travel through Bulgaria .
The breakfast in the cafe is also superb: specialty...”
Gareth
United Kingdom“The location. It is close to Sofia Train Station and Sofia Bus Station. The centre is within a 10 minute walk.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Cafe 1920
- CuisineLocal • European
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
House rules
Hotel Lion Sofia takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 40 per person, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the credit card used for booking must be presented upon check-in for verification purposes. The name on the credit card must match the guest’s name when checking in.
The hotel offers no special facilities for the disabled.
Dear Guests, We would like to inform you that for the safety and comfort of our guests, between 15 and 31 August 2024, we will replace our elevator. The rooms will be reachable only by the stairs. We kindly ask for your understanding! Please, excuse us for the inconvenience. We have to do it! You can cancel your booking free of charge if this issue seriously disturbs the comfort of your stay in the hotel.
Please inform Hotel Lion Sofia in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
License number: СФ-ВАП-73Ю-В1
