The rainbow 9
About this stay
The rainbow 9 is a 3-star hotel in Vazrazhdane, Sofia-Grad.
The rainbow 9 is a practical 3-star stay in Vazrazhdane, Sofia-Grad — good value for exploring the area and its landmarks like Sofia Synagogue.
Book The rainbow 9 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
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Internet access
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Laundry Service
- Non smoking rooms
- Oven
Location
7 Улица Лозенград, Sofia, Bulgaria.
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Where is The rainbow 9 located?
The rainbow 9 is in Vazrazhdane, Sofia-Grad (7 Улица Лозенград, Sofia, Bulgaria), close to Sofia Synagogue.
How much does The rainbow 9 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 9?
The rainbow 9 is a 3-star hotel in Sofia-Grad.
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.
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.
Staying at The rainbow 9
In Vazrazhdane, The rainbow 9 provides a 3★ experience with a range of practical facilities. The hotel offers Kitchen, Kitchenette, Air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. The property is situated 0.5 km from the centre of Vazrazhdane, allowing easy access to local sights. Accommodation includes Family rooms, Non smoking rooms, giving guests flexibility in their selection. As with any mid-range hotel, it's advisable to check current policies and services directly. The rainbow 9 is well-suited for visitors looking for a straightforward and well-placed stay in Vazrazhdane.
Facilities and rooms
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Bathroom
- Cleaning
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Non smoking rooms
- Oven
Business and internet
- Free Wifi
- Internet access
Families
- Family rooms
Other facilities
- Apartements
- Laundry Service
Good to know
- Children: family rooms are available.
- Smoking: non-smoking rooms are available.
- Internet: free Wi-Fi.
Questions about The rainbow 9
How far is The rainbow 9 from the centre of Vazrazhdane?
The rainbow 9 is about 0.5 km in a straight line from the centre of Vazrazhdane.
Does The rainbow 9 have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free at The rainbow 9.
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.
