Hostel Pop Bogomil
About this stay
Hostel Pop Bogomil is a hotel in Serdika, Sofia-Grad.
Hostel Pop Bogomil is an economical option in Serdika, Sofia-Grad, handy for travellers focused on Church of St. George Rotunda and the main sights.
Book Hostel Pop Bogomil 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
- Bars
- Bathroom
- Cleaning
- First aid
- Free Wifi
- Garden
- Internet access
- Laundry Service
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
- Safe
- TV
Location
Pop Bogomil Street No 5A, Sofia, Bulgaria.
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Where is Hostel Pop Bogomil located?
Hostel Pop Bogomil is in Serdika, Sofia-Grad (Pop Bogomil Street No 5A, Sofia, Bulgaria), close to Church of St. George Rotunda.
How much does Hostel Pop Bogomil cost per night?
Prices are set live by the hotel — check the booking page for a real rate for your dates.
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 Hostel Pop Bogomil
For a simple stay in Serdika, Hostel Pop Bogomil provides essential comforts. The accommodation features Bars, Pets allowed, Garden. Since Hostel Pop Bogomil has no official star rating, it may appeal to those seeking a no-frills option. This place works well for independent travellers and those on a budget. It is advisable to check recent guest feedback and confirm amenities before arrival.
Facilities and rooms
Rooms
- Bathroom
- Cleaning
- Safe
- TV
Food and drink
- Bars
- Lounge
Wellness and leisure
- Garden
Business and internet
- Free Wifi
- Internet access
Other facilities
- First aid
- Laundry Service
- Pets allowed
Good to know
- Pets: pets are allowed.
- Internet: free Wi-Fi.
Questions about Hostel Pop Bogomil
Are pets allowed at Hostel Pop Bogomil?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hostel Pop Bogomil.
How far is Hostel Pop Bogomil from the centre of Serdika?
Hostel Pop Bogomil is in central Serdika, less than half a kilometre from the centre in a straight line.
Does Hostel Pop Bogomil have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free at Hostel Pop Bogomil.
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.
