Hostel Alex 1
About this stay
Hostel Alex 1 is a 1-star hotel in Serdika, Sofia-Grad.
Hostel Alex 1 is a budget-friendly stay in Serdika, Sofia-Grad — a no-frills base for seeing Dragalevtsi Monastery and the rest of the area affordably.
Book Hostel Alex 1 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
- Barber/Beauty Salon
- Bathroom
- Currency exchange
- Fan
- Free Wifi
- Garden
- Housekeeping
- Internet access
- Iron and board
- Laundry Service
- Massage
Location
153 Hristo Botev Boulevard 1000 Sofia Bulgaria, Sofia, Bulgaria.
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Where is Hostel Alex 1 located?
Hostel Alex 1 is in Serdika, Sofia-Grad (153 Hristo Botev Boulevard 1000 Sofia Bulgaria, Sofia, Bulgaria), close to Dragalevtsi Monastery.
How much does Hostel Alex 1 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 Hostel Alex 1?
Hostel Alex 1 is a 1-star hotel in Sofia-Grad.
Which is the cheapest month to visit Sofia?
The first two weeks of January are the cheapest, once New Year is over and before the Vitosha ski weekends peak. Three-star doubles in Vazrazhdane or Serdika drop to €35-40, and even four-stars off Vitosha Boulevard fall under €75. November is a close second. Avoid Orthodox Easter and 24 May, when rates jump by a third.
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.
Staying at Hostel Alex 1
For a simple stay in Serdika, Hostel Alex 1 covers the basics without fuss. It carries a 1★ rating, so keep expectations modest. Among the facilities, Barber/Beauty Salon, Garden, Laundry Service are available for guests. Located 1.0 km from the centre of Serdika, it puts you within easy reach of the local area. Hostel Alex 1 is best for travellers who value a central location and a low-key atmosphere over luxury touches.
Facilities and rooms
Rooms
- Bathroom
- Fan
- Housekeeping
- Iron and board
Wellness and leisure
- Barber/Beauty Salon
- Garden
- Massage
Business and internet
- Free Wifi
- Internet access
Other facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Currency exchange
- Laundry Service
Good to know
- Reception: the front desk is open 24 hours.
- Internet: free Wi-Fi.
- Payment: currency exchange at the hotel.
Questions about Hostel Alex 1
How far is Hostel Alex 1 from the centre of Serdika?
Hostel Alex 1 is about 1.0 km in a straight line from the centre of Serdika.
Does Hostel Alex 1 have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free at Hostel Alex 1.
Can I arrive late at Hostel Alex 1?
Yes. The front desk at Hostel Alex 1 is open 24 hours.
About Serdika
Serdika is the crossing point where every metro line meets, with 2000 years of Sofia layered together. Roman ruins sit under the metro, and the excavated street in the underpass is an in-situ survival. Above ground are TZUM department store, the former Communist Party House, and chain hotels between Sveta Nedelya Square and Serdika station. By day office workers cross between the Largo and Halite market for lunch; weekday queues run 12:00 to 14:00, while weekends quieten as government buildings close. A flat, paved loop takes in the Rotunda of Sveti Georgi, the Largo ministries, Serdica ruins, Sveta Nedelya Cathedral, Banya Bashi mosque and Central Mineral Baths. Vitosha Boulevard begins at the square and runs south toward the National Palace of Culture. It suits one-night stays; longer stays less so.
