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Posted on Apr 6, 2026
Guest UserAn excellent experience with a level of comfort and service befitting a high-end hotel. One of the main highlights is the quality of its facilities. The room is modern, spacious, and very well-equipped with comfortable bedding and impeccable cleanliness. The staff offers a very warm and professional welcome. The pool, spa, and gym are a definite plus after a day of sightseeing. Breakfast is excellent, offering a vast selection to suit all tastes. The hotel is located in the business district, a bit far from the city center, which requires using the metro or a taxi to visit Sofia. Despite its slightly off-center location, the quality of the services makes it a sure bet, and I would gladly return on a future trip to Sofia.
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Price per night from:JPY 15,360
Posted on Sep 29, 2025|Superior Double Room
Guest UserStayed for two nights. The hotel is very clean. It must be a new hotel. The facilities are also new. It is very convenient to be next to a supermarket. The front desk service is good. The check-out was two hours late on the last day. Thank you very much. I hope to come again in the future.
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Price per night from:JPY 16,778
Posted on May 1, 2026
Guest UserThe hotel overall is ok, clean and spacious . The night driver shuttle service guy who picked us up on 30 April is great. Very caring , called us to ensure we reach the airport.
However this stay take the crown of the worst receptionist award . The lady is dark skin, with curly hair tied up hair and was on duty on 1 May between 8.30-9.40 am. We booked the shuttle service at 8.30 am but since we will be running late we called reception to cancel the booking. Her reply was it cannot be cancelled you need to take a taxi to airport.
When we reached the reception at 8.55 am and asked again where is airport shuffle she said in a stern voice without any smile you must book via QRcode. we decided to wait at the main entrance for shuttle which did not show up. I went back to reception at 9.05 am and ask why did i missed the bus even though I was there at 8.55 am and she replied with a straight face it left at 9 am . I decided to book the shuttle bus via QR code at 9.30 am and waited at the main door. At 9.28 am there was no sign of bus, I went back to reception and she said wait for a few minutes. At 9.35 am , she was on the phone chatting but i saw 2 hotel guests going up the bus with their luggage on the side door(not main door) . I run to round up 4 other hotel guests to inform them the pick up is at side door and we quickly went up the bus. We found out that the receptionist told them to wait at the main entrance instead of the side entrance. so in the end we waited since 8.55 am till 9.35 am and missed the 9am shuttle bus and almost missed the 9.30am bus due to an extremely unhelpful receptionist who should not be in that role of hospitality if she feels that every query posed to her is a chore. Management of the office please review your service quality standards. This attitude is simply not acceptable and it is not a cheap hotel.
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Price per night from:JPY 14,245
Posted on Jul 18, 2025
Jn_foodie
Best 5 star property in Sofia hands down.
.The room was spacious with contemporary and minimalist design but still very functional. There's even a divider between the bathroom to the rest of the room so it felt like staying in a junior suite instead.
.The facilities were amazing, best indoor pool I've been to ever. It was fitted with all the aqua techs which provide so many massage options. There's also 2 types of saunas, a salt room, a steam room and even a ice tube filled with ice.
.The food at the hotel restaurant was amazing
.The service was so good because I was very frustrated and hangry as the QR code and the TV ordering system didn't work and I called the restaurant repeatedly and no one picked up. So I went down and spoke to Daria, who listened to my concerns and personally took me to the restaurant so that I can order something from the restaurant menu that I really wanted to take back to the room which is not supposed to be done. Diana from In Room Dining even came to deliver the food to my room for me, which actually wasn't her job. I felt looked after and treated like a guest in a 5 star property.
To top it up, we decided to have lunch at the hotel restaurant after checked out and met Vladislav, who gave us an amazing service from food to drinks. Absolutely perfect.
I will definitely come back to stay here next time I am in Sofia and will recommend it to everyone who's coming to Sofia.
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Price per night from:JPY 24,795
Posted on May 28, 2026
Guest UserStayed at InterContinental Sofia during a business trip and had a great experience. The hotel is in an excellent location in the center of Sofia, close to major landmarks, restaurants, and business areas.
The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. Staff were professional and attentive, and the overall service quality was impressive. Breakfast was also excellent with a good variety of choices.
A very comfortable and reliable option when staying in Sofia.
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Price per night from:JPY 24,167
Posted on Jan 24, 2026
Guest User
Nice hotel, excellent location, very clean, excellent service! Will definitely be back!!
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Price per night from:JPY 14,710
Posted on Oct 30, 2025|Double Room
Guest UserThe hotel was fine for the price. Staff were very helpful, the view of the city was amazing. The bed was okay, there was no overhead lighting. One had to use lamps. The fridge in the room was nice to have but noisy. I unplugged it at night. It kept the contents cold by the next morning. Daily house keeping, metro just outside and a shopping mall across the road. There is Burger King, KFC, Subway if you are craving Western food. Basic amenities but clean and comfortable.
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Price per night from:JPY 10,504
Posted on Jul 5, 2026
solo_shabanaHaving stayed in many 5 star hotels across the world, I had high hopes for the Sofia Balkan Palace, that unfortunately were only partially met.
First let’s cover the good points! It feels historic without being old, and you feel like you’re really in Sofia. The best thing about the property is easily the location; it’s close to all the main tourist attractions, and there are good transport links right by the hotel, as well as access to some fantastic restaurants, coffee shops, and stores.
The hotel rooms are modern and relatively clean, with the usual amenities. However, I was disappointed that housekeeping kept forgetting to replenish the complimentary daily water, as well as pay attention to the ‘Do Not Disturb’ light that I had selected for my room on a few days during my visit. I would say that one of the downsides is the customer service; although staff aren’t rude, I wouldn’t say they’re polite or overly helpful.
The hotel has average soundproofing, and I was far too aware of the music outside, my neighbouring guests talking or listening to music in their rooms, as well as guests in the hallway (which is in part due to the layout of my room, which did not have an additional door between the bedroom and front door into the room). The noise outside does lessen and stop by about 11:00 PM, and sometimes by 10:00 PM (depending on the day).
Overall, I’d still say it’s a good choice for your stay in Sofia. Especially if your priority is staying in a historical boutique hotel in a good location.
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Price per night from:JPY 22,471
Posted on May 11, 2026
Guest User
Use it as a hotel if you are a solo traveler. I aarived late at night and there’s a shuttle bus on call, that’s greatest advantage. In the morning the shuttle bus is less frequent but that’s still fine, you can easily find the transportation around to the main city.
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Price per night from:JPY 12,107
Posted on Dec 14, 2025
Martín_TY
📍 Location & Pricing
• Location: Sofia, Bulgaria. Strategically located near the main transport hubs.
• The metro station (coming from the airport) is very close.
• Tram stops are on the corner, and the main bus/train station is just a couple of blocks away.
• The city center is about 1.5 km away.
• Price Range: 79€/d.
🛏️ The Room Experience
• Room Type: Twin room on the 11th floor.
• Size & Cleanliness: Adequate size and clean.
• Bed: 110cm firm mattress, reported to be very comfortable, with two soft pillows.
• Amenities: Flat-screen TV, coffee maker, fridge, and hairdryer included.
• Drawbacks: No major issues mentioned.
🚽 Bathroom Details
• Cleanliness & Setup: The bathroom was clean.
• Shower/Bath: High and slippery bathtub. Water pressure was very good.
• Products & Towels: Basic amenities were provided. Some towels showed signs of wear with frayed edges.
🍳 Food & Beverage
• Included: Yes, breakfast was included.
• Variety & Quality: A very complete breakfast buffet, offering both hot and cold, sweet and savory options, including some local specialties.
• Negative Point: The only drawback was the juice, which tasted artificial, like a powdered mix.
🏊 Common Areas & Facilities
• Facilities: The hotel features a spa, sauna, indoor pool, a restaurant, a cocktail bar, and a casino.
👨💼 Service Evaluation
• Reception: Morning staff was serious. Evening staff seemed bothered by questions regarding the spa.
• Cocktail Bar: Staff here was very kind and friendly.
• Spa Staff: Described as serious, speaking only the bare minimum of words.
• Daily Housekeeping: Room cleaning was minimal; they only straightened the duvet, leaving the pillows as they were. Coffee and tea amenities were not replenished.
🚗 Transport & Access
• Public Transport: Excellent connection. Very close to the metro line from the airport, with tram stops nearby and the main stations within walking distance.
🔐 Security
• Access Control: Access is managed via a key card.
• Safe: There is no safe deposit box in the room.
Final Verdict:
✔ Top Strength: The super comfortable bed combined with the excellent location near major transport links (metro, bus, train).
❌ Main Drawback: The service was inconsistent, particularly the minimal housekeeping (no coffee/tea refill) and the unenthusiastic staff at reception and the spa.
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Price per night from:JPY 14,826