Kniaz Boris Hotel
About this stay
Kniaz Boris Hotel is a 2-star hotel in Serdika, Sofia-Grad, rated 3.5 out of 5 across 430 guest reviews.
For a cheaper night in Sofia-Grad, Kniaz Boris Hotel in Serdika keeps costs down while staying within reach of Boyana Church.
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Facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- 24H. Security
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Banquet
- Bars
- Bathroom
- Cleaning
- Coffee
- Desk
- Express check in
Location
Kniaz Boris Str. 188, Sofia, Bulgaria.
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Where is Kniaz Boris Hotel located?
Kniaz Boris Hotel is in Serdika, Sofia-Grad (Kniaz Boris Str. 188, Sofia, Bulgaria), close to Boyana Church.
How much does Kniaz Boris Hotel 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 Kniaz Boris Hotel?
Kniaz Boris Hotel is a 2-star hotel in Sofia-Grad.
Is Kniaz Boris Hotel a good hotel?
Guests rate it 3.5 across 430 reviews. It's a value choice for Sofia-Grad.
What is a typical nightly rate for a hotel in Sofia?
A clean two-star or guesthouse private room in Vazrazhdane runs €30-45, a central three-star double in Sredets or Oborishte sits at €50-80, and four-stars around Vitosha Boulevard start at €100. The five-stars — Grand Hotel Sofia, Sense, InterContinental — begin around €180 and climb from there. Breakfast is usually included below four-star and charged separately (€8-13) above it. Bulgaria adopted the euro in 2026, so the rate you see is the rate you pay.
Is Sofia a walkable city?
The centre absolutely is — Sredets, Oborishte, Serdika and Vazrazhdane are all within a 20-minute walk of each other, and the yellow-brick streets around the Presidency are traffic-calmed. Pavements are uneven in places and winter ice is real from December to February, so pack proper shoes. Anything beyond the centre — Boyana, Bankya, Pancharevo, Dragalevtsi — needs the metro, a bus or a taxi. Vitosha Boulevard itself is fully pedestrianised.
Which churches and religious sites should I actually see in Sofia?
Five: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (the gold-domed 1912 landmark), Sveta Sofia Basilica next door (6th century, the city’s namesake), the Boyana Church (UNESCO, 13th-century frescoes, €5 entry), the Rotunda of St George (4th century, hidden in a courtyard behind the Presidency), and Sveta Nedelya on the main square. If you have a day free, the Rila Monastery is 117 km south and the reason many Orthodox pilgrims come to Bulgaria. All five city sites are within a 15-minute walk of Serdika metro.
What is the best area to stay in Sofia for first-time visitors?
Sredets is the answer for a first visit — it puts you within a 10-minute walk of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sveta Nedelya, the Serdica ruins and the yellow-brick government quarter. Oborishte just to the north is quieter but equally central. Both sit above Serdika metro, so the airport is 20 minutes away on Line 1. Expect three-star doubles at €50-80.
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.
Staying at Kniaz Boris Hotel
Budget travellers looking for a no-nonsense stop in Serdika might consider Kniaz Boris Hotel. This 2★ property focuses on the fundamentals. Practical amenities such as Bars, Air conditioning, Balcony are on hand. Feedback from guests gives it 3.5/5 from 430 reviews, suggesting it meets basic needs. The hotel is situated 0.5 km from the centre of Serdika, convenient for getting around. Kniaz Boris Hotel appeals to visitors who prioritise value and location, and it's wise to confirm specific details like check-in times before booking.
Facilities and rooms
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bathroom
- Cleaning
- Desk
Food and drink
- Bars
- Coffee
Business and internet
- Banquet
Other facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- 24H. Security
- Express check in
Questions about Kniaz Boris Hotel
How far is Kniaz Boris Hotel from the centre of Serdika?
Kniaz Boris Hotel is in central Serdika, less than half a kilometre from the centre in a straight line.
Can I arrive late at Kniaz Boris Hotel?
Yes. The front desk at Kniaz Boris Hotel 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.
