The rainbow 3
About this stay
The rainbow 3 is a 3-star hotel in Vazrazhdane, Sofia-Grad.
The rainbow 3 is a 3-star hotel in Vazrazhdane, Sofia-Grad, a sensible choice for sightseeing around German Monastery of St. John of Rila without overspending.
Book The rainbow 3 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
- ATM
- Air conditioning
- Barber/Beauty Salon
- Bathroom
- Express check in
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Hairdryer
- Internet access
- Iron and board
- Kitchen
- Laundry Service
Location
48 Булевард Стефан Стамболов, Sofia, Bulgaria.
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Where is The rainbow 3 located?
The rainbow 3 is in Vazrazhdane, Sofia-Grad (48 Булевард Стефан Стамболов, Sofia, Bulgaria), close to German Monastery of St. John of Rila.
How much does The rainbow 3 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 rainbow 3?
The rainbow 3 is a 3-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 rainbow 3
For a practical stay in Vazrazhdane, consider The rainbow 3, a 3★ hotel that covers the essentials. The property includes Barber/Beauty Salon, Kitchen, Air conditioning, which can enhance your visit. The hotel is 0.5 km from the centre of Vazrazhdane, placing you close to key spots. Room types such as Family rooms are available to suit different needs. Before booking, it's worth verifying that the available amenities meet your requirements, as mid-range hotels can vary. The rainbow 3 is a good fit for travellers seeking a simple, well-located base in Vazrazhdane.
Facilities and rooms
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Iron and board
- Kitchen
Wellness and leisure
- Barber/Beauty Salon
Business and internet
- Free Wifi
- Internet access
Families
- Family rooms
Other facilities
- ATM
- Express check in
- Laundry Service
Good to know
- Children: family rooms are available.
- Internet: free Wi-Fi.
- Payment: there is a cash machine (ATM) on site.
Questions about The rainbow 3
How far is The rainbow 3 from the centre of Vazrazhdane?
The rainbow 3 is about 0.5 km in a straight line from the centre of Vazrazhdane.
Does The rainbow 3 have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free at The rainbow 3.
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.
