The Griffin
About this stay
The Griffin is a 4-star hotel in Vazrazhdane, Sofia-Grad.
The Griffin is a solid 4-star pick in Vazrazhdane, Sofia-Grad — comfortable rooms and a base that keeps Church of St. George Rotunda close.
Book The Griffin 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
- Air conditioning
- Apartements
- Bathroom
- Cleaning
- Coffee
- Desk
- Dishwasher
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Hairdryer
- Internet access
- Iron and board
Location
96 Булевард Александър Стамболийски, Sofia, Bulgaria.
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Where is The Griffin located?
The Griffin is in Vazrazhdane, Sofia-Grad (96 Булевард Александър Стамболийски, Sofia, Bulgaria), close to Church of St. George Rotunda.
How much does The Griffin 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 The Griffin?
The Griffin is a 4-star hotel in Sofia-Grad.
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.
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.
Staying at The Griffin
For travellers who want upscale comfort in Vazrazhdane, The Griffin offers a polished base with 4★ standards. The hotel provides Air conditioning, Apartements, Coffee, making it easy to settle in and unwind. It sits just 0.6 km from the centre of Vazrazhdane, so you can easily explore the local area. Rooms range from Family rooms, giving you flexibility for a short or long stay. The Griffin suits those who value thoughtful service and a central location, though it's wise to confirm specific room features before booking.
Facilities and rooms
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Bathroom
- Cleaning
- Desk
- Dishwasher
- Hairdryer
- Iron and board
Food and drink
- Coffee
Business and internet
- Free Wifi
- Internet access
Families
- Family rooms
Other facilities
- Apartements
Good to know
- Children: family rooms are available.
- Internet: free Wi-Fi.
Questions about The Griffin
How far is The Griffin from the centre of Vazrazhdane?
The Griffin is about 0.6 km in a straight line from the centre of Vazrazhdane.
Does The Griffin have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free at The Griffin.
About Vazrazhdane
Vazrazhdane is central Sofia at its most honest, where the Women's Market, cheap grill houses, a synagogue and a mosque sit within a single block. The market runs from wholesale trading in the early morning, with retail stalls from around 07:00; by 10:00 it is packed and by 16:00 the best produce is gone, and on Sundays it is closed apart from a few perimeter shops. A walking route linking four faiths starts at Sveta Nedelya Cathedral, crosses Marie-Louise to Banya Bashi Mosque, continues to the synagogue on Ekzarh Yosif and the small Catholic Cathedral of St Joseph, finishing at the market for lunch, all within about 15 minutes on foot each and roughly 90 minutes in total. Come before noon. Evenings are quiet, with grill houses half empty and locals heading home rather than tourists out for bars.
