Apartment The Orchid
About this stay
Apartment The Orchid is a 4-star hotel in Iztok, Sofia-Grad.
Staying in Iztok? Apartment The Orchid offers dependable 4-star quality and puts Sveta Nedelya Church and central Sofia-Grad within easy reach.
Book Apartment The Orchid through app.impt.io at the same live rate you would find anywhere else, with free cancellation on most rooms. Every completed booking funds one verified tonne of carbon removal — paid from the standard commission the hotel already covers, never added to your bill.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Air conditioning
- Apartements
- Balcony
- Bathroom
- Coffee
- Cot
- Desk
- Dishwasher
- Express check in
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Location
2A Street 592 On The Corner With Vladovo Street Geo Milev, Sofia, Bulgaria.
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Where is Apartment The Orchid located?
Apartment The Orchid is in Iztok, Sofia-Grad (2A Street 592 On The Corner With Vladovo Street Geo Milev, Sofia, Bulgaria), close to Sveta Nedelya Church.
How much does Apartment The Orchid cost per night?
Prices are set live by the hotel — check the booking page for a real rate for your dates.
How many stars is Apartment The Orchid?
Apartment The Orchid is a 4-star hotel in Sofia-Grad.
How many nights do I need in Sofia?
Three nights is the minimum for the centre plus Boyana Church and Vitosha, and four is more comfortable. Add a fifth if you want the Rila Monastery day (240 km round trip) without rushing back. Two nights only works if you are treating Sofia as a stopover between Belgrade and Istanbul. Anything beyond five nights is better split with Plovdiv, two hours away by train.
How do I get from Sofia Airport to the city centre?
Take Metro Line 1 from Terminal 2 to Serdika — it costs €0.80 and takes about 20 minutes, running until roughly midnight. From Terminal 1 there is a free shuttle to T2 for the metro. Official OK Supertrans taxis from outside the terminal run €8-13 to Sredets; ignore anyone approaching you inside the hall. Uber does not operate in Bulgaria.
Do I need a car in Sofia?
No, not for the city itself — the metro, trams and your feet cover everything from Sredets to Boyana. A car helps only if you are combining Sofia with Rila Monastery, Koprivshtitsa or the Iskar Gorge, and even then day tours from central Sofia are often easier. Central parking sits in blue (€1/hour) and green (€0.50/hour) zones with SMS enforcement. If you do rent, ask the hotel about a garage before driving in.
Is Sofia good for families or better for couples?
It works for both, but families do better in Lozenets or Triaditsa where the streets are leafier and the Borisova Gradina park is a five-minute walk. Couples tend to prefer Oborishte for the restaurants around Shishman Street. Family rooms are common in three-stars but not standard — always confirm the cot. The Sofia Zoo, the Muzeiko children’s museum in Studentski Grad, and the Vitosha cable car from Simeonovo are the three family fixed points.
What should I book in advance in Sofia?
Boyana Church tickets — slots for eight people every 15 minutes and July-August mornings sell out. Rila Monastery day tours the day before is usually fine, but Easter weekend needs a week. Hotel-wise, book a month ahead for Orthodox Easter, the 24 May weekend, and any Vitosha snow weekend when Dragalevtsi and Simeonovo fill with skiers. Regular weekends in Sredets need only a few days' notice.
Staying at Apartment The Orchid
Those planning a trip to Iztok might consider Apartment The Orchid, a 4★ establishment. It features Air conditioning, Balcony, Apartements, adding to the overall experience. the centre of Iztok is just 0.9 km away, offering convenient access. Room types such as Family rooms are available to suit various travellers. Apartment The Orchid is particularly suitable for those who appreciate upscale comfort. Before booking, it's recommended to check for any updates or changes.
Facilities and rooms
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bathroom
- Desk
- Dishwasher
Food and drink
- Coffee
Business and internet
- Free Wifi
Families
- Cot
- Family rooms
Other facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Apartements
- Express check in
Good to know
- Reception: the front desk is open 24 hours.
- Children: family rooms are available.
- Internet: free Wi-Fi.
Questions about Apartment The Orchid
How far is Apartment The Orchid from the centre of Iztok?
Apartment The Orchid is about 0.9 km in a straight line from the centre of Iztok.
Does Apartment The Orchid have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free at Apartment The Orchid.
Can I arrive late at Apartment The Orchid?
Yes. The front desk at Apartment The Orchid is open 24 hours.
Is Apartment The Orchid good for families?
Apartment The Orchid offers: Cot, Family rooms.
About Iztok
Iztok, literally East, is Sofia's diplomatic quarter east of Vasil Levski Stadium. It borders Borisova Gradina, the city's largest central park, and feels calmer and more suburban than anywhere else within a 15-minute drive of the centre. Streets are wide, buildings from the 1960s to 1980s are well maintained, and embassies, international schools and expat cafes give the area an international feel. Gated compounds, flags and streets named after diplomats and revolutionaries are visible. By 9pm pavements empty quickly; you might see a jogger, embassy security lights or a passing tram. Cafes along Frederic Joliot-Curie often run on English and German as much as Bulgarian. From Joliot-Curie metro, central Sofia is about 8 minutes away; walking via Shipka and Oborishte takes 20 to 25 minutes. Borisova Gradina is on the doorstep.
