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3-star hotels in Lozenets
A shortlist of 3-star hotels and apartments in Sofia's Lozenets, the cafe district just south of the centre, with real, top-reviewed rooms agreed at the same live rate through app.impt.io, one verified tonne of carbon removed per stay.
Staying in Lozenets
Lozenets sits just south of the centre, between Vitosha Boulevard and South Park, and it is where young Sofia moved when it could afford to leave the centre. The streets — Krastyo Sarafov, Zlaten Rog, Yakubitsa — are lined with 1930s and modern apartment blocks, ground floors converted to specialty coffee shops (Dabov, Fabrika Daga), wine bars and small design studios. It is walkable to Vitosha Boulevard in 15 minutes. Rents here run higher than in Krasno Selo or Iztok, and it shows in the polish of the shopfronts and the number of laptops open at 10am. At 9pm the terraces on Krastyo Sarafov and Zlaten Rog are still half full, groups nursing a last glass of Mavrud, dogs tied to chair legs, laptop crowd mostly gone home. It is a low-key scene, closer to a residential pocket of Berlin or Vienna than to the tourist strip around Vitosha Boulevard. There is no single landmark to photograph — the appeal is the density of decent coffee and the fact that almost nothing here is aimed at a one-night visitor.
The 3-star hotels on this shortlist cluster on the district's main boulevards: Cherni Vrah, James Bourchier and Sveti Naum, with apartments on Golo Bardo, Kotel, Lyubata, Milin Kamak and Haga streets. The mix suits couples here for the cafes and wine bars, families who want a base near South Park, business travellers staying near their offices, and short-break visitors happy to be 15 minutes from Vitosha Boulevard.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Magic Castle Hotel
Blvd. Cherni Vrah 29, Sofia, Bulgaria
- Air conditioning
- Wifi
Why stay hereMagic Castle Hotel sits on Cherni Vrah Blvd, with an on-site restaurant and wifi in every room. Air conditioning keeps things comfortable, and the address puts you on a main Sofia artery. A 3-star property with a 4.7 guest rating across 269 reviews, it suits travellers who want a straightforward, well-liked base with dining handled downstairs.
See Magic Castle HotelBlue Star Luxury Hotel
Vincent Van Gogh 3, Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereBlue Star Luxury Hotel on Vincent Van Gogh Street runs a 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security, so arrivals and late nights are easy. Breakfast is served on site, and some rooms come with a balcony. Guests rate it 4.6 from 107 reviews. Good for those who want a serviced 3-star stay with round-the-clock reception and a morning meal included in the setup.
See Blue Star Luxury HotelHill Hotel Sofia
76 B James Bourchier Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Pool and spa · Business trips
- Sauna
- Gymnasium
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHill Hotel Sofia on James Bourchier Blvd pairs a gymnasium with a sauna and spa, so you can train and unwind without leaving the building. There is also a restaurant and bar on site, plus a concierge to help with plans. Rated 4.0 by 297 guests, it fits travellers who want leisure facilities and a central-south Sofia address in one 3-star package.
See Hill Hotel SofiaHotel California
Biglastr. 30, Sofia, Bulgaria
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel California offers rooms with balconies and air conditioning, along with express check-in for a quicker start. A banquet facility and bar round out the communal spaces. This 3-star hotel has a 3.8 rating from 406 reviews. It suits guests who value a balcony, a bar on site and a smooth arrival.
See Hotel CaliforniaBest Western Plus Lozenetz Hotel
23 Sveti Naum Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Business trips
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereBest Western Plus Lozenetz Hotel on Sveti Naum Blvd keeps a 24-hour front desk and a business centre, which makes it practical for work trips. There is a bar on site, and cots and desks are available in the rooms. With 954 reviews and a 3.7 rating, it is a 3-star option for those who need reception at any hour and somewhere to work.
See Best Western Plus Lozenetz HotelHemus Hotel Sofia
25 Cherni Vrah Blvd., Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHemus Hotel Sofia on Cherni Vrah Blvd has the widest review base here, 2142 guests rating it 3.7. It provides 24-hour front desk and security, a business centre and breakfast on site, plus banquet space. A sensible 3-star choice for travellers who want a large, established hotel with meeting facilities and an ATM in the building.
See Hemus Hotel SofiaApartments Carrera
4 Golo Bardo Str Lozenets Quarter, Sofia, Bulgaria
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartments Carrera on Golo Bardo Street in the Lozenets quarter gives you apartment-style rooms with a balcony and air conditioning. A 3-star property suited to guests who prefer self-contained accommodation with a balcony over a standard hotel room.
See Apartments CarreraBaratero Garden Apartment
Kotel Str. N8, Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBaratero Garden Apartment on Kotel Street centres on a garden, with free wifi and free car parking. A laundry service is available. This 3-star apartment suits travellers arriving by car who want outdoor space and the convenience of doing laundry during their stay.
See Baratero Garden ApartmentBaratero Wooden House Apartment
Lyubata Str. N12, Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBaratero Wooden House Apartment on Lyubata Street offers free wifi, free car parking and a laundry service. The 3-star setup is simple and self-contained. It works well for guests with a car who want a quiet apartment base and laundry on hand, rather than hotel services.
See Baratero Wooden House ApartmentBaratero Classic Apartment
James Boucher Blvd. 95, Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBaratero Classic Apartment on James Boucher Blvd adds a terrace to free wifi, free car parking and laundry service. As a 3-star apartment, it gives you outdoor space of your own. A good fit for travellers by car who like to sit outside and want laundry facilities during a longer stay.
See Baratero Classic ApartmentBaratero RENT Apartment
Milin Kamak Str 63, Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBaratero RENT Apartment on Milin Kamak Street is the most pared-back of the group, with free wifi and free car parking among its facilities. The 3-star apartment keeps things simple. It suits guests who mainly need a place to park and reliable internet, and who plan to spend their time out in Sofia.
See Baratero RENT ApartmentFM Premium 1 BDR Apartment Atacama
Ulitsa Lyubata 14, Sofia, Bulgaria
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereFM Premium 1 BDR Apartment Atacama on Ulitsa Lyubata is a one-bedroom apartment, so you get a kitchen and a balcony, plus free wifi and a desk for working. Housekeeping is provided. Rated 3-star, it suits longer stays and guests who want to cook their own meals rather than eat out every day.
See FM Premium 1 BDR Apartment AtacamaApartment Lozenets Sofia Bulgaria
Boulevard Cherni Vrah 46, Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartment Lozenets Sofia Bulgaria on Boulevard Cherni Vrah is a self-catering apartment with a kitchen and dishwasher, air conditioning, a balcony and family rooms. Free wifi, hairdryer and ironing board are included.
See Apartment Lozenets Sofia BulgariaUrban House
4 Haga Street, Sofia, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereUrban House on Haga Street combines a garden with free car parking and free wifi, and offers express check-in. Rooms have air conditioning, and a cot is available. This 3-star house suits guests arriving by car who want outdoor space, a quick check-in and family-friendly touches.
See Urban House
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Castle Hotel | ★★★ | – | – |
| Blue Star Luxury Hotel | ★★★ | – | Yes |
| Hill Hotel Sofia | ★★★ | – | – |
| Hotel California | ★★★ | – | – |
| Best Western Plus Lozenetz Hotel | ★★★ | – | – |
| Hemus Hotel Sofia | ★★★ | – | Yes |
| Apartments Carrera | ★★★ | – | – |
| Baratero Garden Apartment | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Baratero Wooden House Apartment | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Baratero Classic Apartment | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Baratero RENT Apartment | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| FM Premium 1 BDR Apartment Atacama | ★★★ | – | – |
| Apartment Lozenets Sofia Bulgaria | ★★★ | – | – |
| Urban House | ★★★ | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Hill Hotel Sofia offers babysitting service for parents who want an evening in the cafe district, while Apartment Lozenets Sofia Bulgaria has family rooms and a kitchen for self-catering mornings. Urban House adds a garden, cot and free parking, all close to the paved paths of South Park.
Hill Hotel Sofia · Apartment Lozenets Sofia Bulgaria · Urban House
For business stays
Best Western Plus Lozenetz Hotel, Hemus Hotel Sofia and Hill Hotel Sofia each provide a business center, 24 hour front desk and air conditioning. Their boulevard addresses put guests within the district's cafe streets, and Hemus Hotel Sofia's 2142 reviews reflect constant use by travellers working in the area.
Best Western Plus Lozenetz Hotel · Hemus Hotel Sofia · Hill Hotel Sofia
Top-rated by guests
Magic Castle Hotel stands at 4.7 out of 5 from 269 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. Blue Star Luxury Hotel follows with 4.6 from 107 reviews, and Hill Hotel Sofia with 4.0 from 297. All three are 3-star and sit on or near the district's central boulevards.
Magic Castle Hotel · Blue Star Luxury Hotel · Hill Hotel Sofia
For longer stays
Apartments Carrera, FM Premium 1 BDR Apartment Atacama and Baratero Wooden House Apartment are self-contained units with kitchen or kitchenette facilities, balconies and cleaning service. They suit guests staying a week or more in Lozenets who want to cook and settle into the neighbourhood's cafe routine.
Apartments Carrera · FM Premium 1 BDR Apartment Atacama · Baratero Wooden House Apartment
Plan your stay
When to go
Evenings in Lozenets belong to the terraces: at 9pm those on Krastyo Sarafov and Zlaten Rog are still half full, groups nursing a last glass of Mavrud with dogs tied to chair legs. The bar scene winds down by around 01:00 to 02:00 rather than running to dawn. Mornings are for the laptop crowd, with coffee shops busy at 10am. The district is one of the calmer residential parts of central Sofia, with families and dog walkers on the streets well into the evening.
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Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Sofia?
Lozenets is walkable to Vitosha Boulevard in 15 minutes from the cafe streets. Best Western Plus Lozenetz Hotel on Sveti Naum Boulevard and Magic Castle Hotel on Cherni Vrah Boulevard sit close to that route, putting guests near the centre while staying in the district's quieter residential pocket.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
Magic Castle Hotel scores 4.7 out of 5 from 269 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. Blue Star Luxury Hotel follows with 4.6 from 107 reviews, then Hill Hotel Sofia with 4.0 from 297 reviews. All three are 3-star properties.
Which hotels are best for families?
Hill Hotel Sofia has a babysitting service, Apartment Lozenets Sofia Bulgaria has family rooms and a kitchen, and Urban House provides a cot and garden. All are 3-star and sit near South Park, where the paved paths begin.
Which hotels have a spa or sauna?
Hill Hotel Sofia lists both a sauna and a spa among its facilities, along with a gymnasium. No other hotel on this shortlist lists a spa or sauna, though several apartments offer a private bath or balcony instead.
Which hotels offer free parking?
Baratero Garden Apartment, Baratero Wooden House Apartment, Baratero Classic Apartment, Baratero RENT Apartment and Urban House all list free car parking. Apartments Carrera and Best Western Plus Lozenetz Hotel offer car or bike rental service instead.
Which hotels are best for business travellers?
Best Western Plus Lozenetz Hotel, Hemus Hotel Sofia and Hill Hotel Sofia each have a business center, 24 hour front desk and air conditioning. Hemus Hotel Sofia, with 2142 reviews, is the most reviewed of the three.
Do any hotels serve breakfast?
Blue Star Luxury Hotel and Hemus Hotel Sofia list breakfast among their facilities. Both are 3-star: Blue Star Luxury Hotel rates 4.6 out of 5 from 107 reviews, Hemus Hotel Sofia 3.7 from 2142.
Which hotels are good for a short break?
Magic Castle Hotel and Blue Star Luxury Hotel combine the district's highest guest ratings with central boulevard addresses, close to the cafe streets and James Bourchier metro. For a longer, self-catering break, the Baratero apartments and Apartments Carrera offer kitchen or laundry facilities.