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3-star hotels in Plovdiv
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Plovdiv, Bulgaria's second city and a former European Capital of Culture.
Staying in Plovdiv
Plovdiv is a lively cultural and economic centre, known for its long pedestrian main street, the Kapana creative district and a packed calendar of festivals and exhibitions. The city served as European Capital of Culture in 2019, which left behind renovated public spaces, galleries and venues. It makes a practical base for exploring the Thracian Valley, the Rhodope foothills and nearby spa and wine regions.
The hotels on this list cluster in the centre along and around the main pedestrian street, with several also in the Old Town (Staria Grad) and the Kapana district, while a few sit further out near the ring road or in the Rhodope foothills. The central addresses put guests within walking distance of the Roman stadium, the shopping district and many restaurants and bars. This range suits couples and short-break visitors who want to walk everywhere, families who need space and parking, and business travellers who value quick access to the centre or the Trimontium area.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique Hotel
Otets Paisiy Str. 13, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereSteps from the centre of Plovdiv, Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique Hotel pairs a 3-star address on Otets Paisiy Str. with a perfect 5.0 guest rating from 315 reviews. Couples and small groups appreciate the non-smoking rooms and breakfast served in the room.
See Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique HotelYouth Centre Plovdiv
18 Yasna Polyana Str., Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereYouth Centre Plovdiv on Yasna Polyana Str. sits 0.3 km from the centre and scores 4.9 from 531 reviews. Its fitness centre and spa give guests a way to unwind after a day in the city, while free car parking and free wifi keep the stay easy for those arriving by car. Families make use of the playground, games room and picnic area, and the restaurant serves special diets.
See Youth Centre PlovdivPlovdiv City Center Hotel
14 Ulitsa Knyaz Alexander I Ул. Княз Александър I Ви 14, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePlovdiv City Center Hotel stands 0.1 km from the centre on Ulitsa Knyaz Alexander I, close enough to leave the car parked and explore on foot. Rated 4.9 by 417 guests, it offers air conditioning, a terrace and a garden, plus shuttle service for onward trips. Rooms come with balconies and sofa beds, which suits couples and small families who want space in the middle of the city.
See Plovdiv City Center HotelSkyler
2 Ul. Skayler, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSkyler on Ul. Skayler is a small 3-star base 0.1 km from the centre, rated 4.8 by 404 guests. A bar, cafe and terrace make it easy to spend an evening without going far, and free wifi plus housekeeping keep things simple. Wheelchair accessible and non-smoking throughout, it suits short city breaks and travellers who prefer a compact, central address.
See SkylerHotel Evmolpia
4 Pernik Str., Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereHotel Evmolpia on Pernik Str. is 0.4 km from the centre and holds a 4.8 rating from 276 reviews. Free car parking and free wifi are the practical draws, and pets are allowed, so guests travelling with a dog are welcome. Family rooms, a bar and a shuttle service round out the offer for those who want a quiet 3-star stay within walking distance of Plovdiv's sights.
See Hotel EvmolpiaComplex Magic of the Rhodopes
80 Osvobozhdenie Street, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereComplex Magic of the Rhodopes lies 24.0 km from the centre on Osvobozhdenie Street, a 3-star choice for guests who want an outdoor pool, a kids pool and a garden rather than a city address. Rated 4.7 by 421 reviewers, it provides kitchenettes, free car parking and free wifi, with a restaurant on site. Pets are allowed and there is fishing and a beach nearby, which suits families and longer rural stays.
See Complex Magic of the RhodopesRoots Hotel & Wine Bar
Ulitsa Macgahan, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereRoots Hotel & Wine Bar on Ulitsa Macgahan is 0.6 km from the centre and rated 4.9 by 94 guests. The wine bar and restaurant give the small property its character, and a spa, terrace and free car parking add comfort for a city break. Express check-in and check-out, multilingual staff and wheelchair access make it a smooth choice for couples and business travellers.
See Roots Hotel & Wine BarFlamingo Plovdiv
Elijah Ivanov 8, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFlamingo Plovdiv on Elijah Ivanov sits 5.4 km from the centre and is rated 4.7 by 298 guests. Free car parking and free wifi suit drivers, while family rooms, a garden and a terrace give children space to run. Tennis and bowling are available on site, and the 24-hour front desk and room service cover late arrivals; it works well for families and travellers passing through by car.
See Flamingo PlovdivHotel Antique free private parking
1 Vasil Aprilov Blvd., Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereHotel Antique free private parking on Vasil Aprilov Blvd. is 1.3 km from the centre, rated 4.7 by 180 guests. Free private parking and free wifi are the main conveniences, and the bar and lounge plus breakfast and dinner cover the day without leaving the building.
See Hotel Antique free private parkingComplex Kosovo Houses
Kosovo Village 4240 Kosovo Bulgaria Plovdiv, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereComplex Kosovo Houses in Kosovo Village is 26.4 km from the centre and rated 4.6 by 433 guests. Fireplaces, a patio and a garden give the 3-star property a rural feel, with massage and horse riding available on site and a chapel on the grounds. Pets are allowed and free car parking is provided, making it a fit for families and groups seeking a quiet stay outside the city.
See Complex Kosovo HousesFamily Hotel at Renaissance Square
1 Vazrazhdane Square, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFamily Hotel at Renaissance Square on Vazrazhdane Square is 0.6 km from the centre and rated 4.7 by 131 guests. Family rooms, a garden and a terrace make the 3-star house practical for those travelling with children, and free wifi and shuttle service keep the stay connected. Valet parking and express check-in help guests arriving by car.
See Family Hotel at Renaissance SquareWine & SPA Complex Starossel
Hotel Complex Starosel, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWine & SPA Complex Starossel at Hotel Complex Starosel offers indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, a jacuzzi and massage, and holds a 4.5 rating from 5911 reviews. The 3-star complex also has a fitness centre, a games room and a playground, so guests can split time between the spa and family activities. Free car parking and free wifi are included, and pets are allowed.
See Wine & SPA Complex StarosselPlaza Hotel
125 Bulgaria Boulevard, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay herePlaza Hotel on Bulgaria Boulevard is 2.9 km from the centre and rated 4.5 by 1029 guests. Kitchens and kitchenettes in the rooms suit longer stays, while the bar, games room and garden give guests room to relax. Free car parking and free wifi are provided, and family rooms plus a business centre cover both leisure and work trips.
See Plaza HotelHotel Chiirite
Plovdiv Ring Road 20B Chiirite Area, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel Chiirite on the Plovdiv Ring Road in the Chiirite Area is 5.9 km from the centre and rated 4.5 by 760 guests. Free car parking and free wifi make it a straightforward stop for drivers, and the restaurant, bar and room service cover meals and late arrivals. Breakfast in the room, a garden and a terrace add comfort for couples and families passing through Plovdiv.
See Hotel ChiiriteHotel Restaurant Odeon
Otec Paisii Str. 40, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel Restaurant Odeon on Otec Paisii Str. is 0.4 km from the centre and rated 4.5 by 344 guests. The on-site restaurant and bar mean dinner is a short walk from the room, and the terrace and patio add outdoor space in the middle of the city. Family rooms, free wifi and air conditioning suit couples and families who want a central 3-star base.
See Hotel Restaurant Odeon
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique Hotel | ★★★ | 5.0 | 315 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Youth Centre Plovdiv | ★★★ | 4.9 | 531 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Plovdiv City Center Hotel | ★★★ | 4.9 | 417 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.1 km |
| Skyler | ★★★ | 4.8 | 404 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.1 km |
| Hotel Evmolpia | ★★★ | 4.8 | 276 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Complex Magic of the Rhodopes | ★★★ | 4.7 | 421 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 24.0 km |
| Roots Hotel & Wine Bar | ★★★ | 4.9 | 94 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Flamingo Plovdiv | ★★★ | 4.7 | 298 | Yes | – | – | – | 5.4 km |
| Hotel Antique free private parking | ★★★ | 4.7 | 180 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.3 km |
| Complex Kosovo Houses | ★★★ | 4.6 | 433 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 26.4 km |
| Family Hotel at Renaissance Square | ★★★ | 4.7 | 131 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.6 km |
| Wine & SPA Complex Starossel | ★★★ | 4.5 | 5,911 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | – |
| Plaza Hotel | ★★★ | 4.5 | 1,029 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.9 km |
| Hotel Chiirite | ★★★ | 4.5 | 760 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 5.9 km |
| Hotel Restaurant Odeon | ★★★ | 4.5 | 344 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Closest to the centre
For the shortest walk to the Roman stadium and the main pedestrian street, choose Plovdiv City Center Hotel at 0.1 km and Skyler at 0.1 km, both 3-star with ratings of 4.9 and 4.8. Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique Hotel is 0.2 km away and holds a perfect 5.0 from 315 reviews.
For families
Youth Centre Plovdiv offers a playground, tennis court, games room and family-friendly facilities with a 4.9 rating. Hotel Evmolpia has family rooms and free parking. Hotel Restaurant Odeon provides family rooms and is 0.4 km from the centre, making it easy for children to explore on foot.
Youth Centre Plovdiv · Hotel Evmolpia · Hotel Restaurant Odeon
Pets welcome
These hotels allow pets: Hotel Evmolpia, Complex Magic of the Rhodopes and Wine & SPA Complex Starossel. The first two also offer free car parking, and the latter two have pools and are set outside the city, giving animals more space. None charges a pet fee according to the data.
Hotel Evmolpia · Complex Magic of the Rhodopes · Wine & SPA Complex Starossel
Spa and pool
For on-site wellness, Wine & SPA Complex Starossel has indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, jacuzzi and massage. Youth Centre Plovdiv includes a spa and fitness centre. Roots Hotel & Wine Bar lists a spa with a surcharge, and all three are 3-star with ratings above 4.5.
Wine & SPA Complex Starossel · Youth Centre Plovdiv · Roots Hotel & Wine Bar
Things to do near Plovdiv
Questions, answered
Which hotels have parking?
Many 3-star hotels on this list offer parking. Youth Centre Plovdiv, Hotel Evmolpia, Complex Magic of the Rhodopes, Roots Hotel & Wine Bar, Flamingo Plovdiv, Hotel Antique free private parking, Complex Kosovo Houses, Wine & SPA Complex Starossel, Plaza Hotel and Hotel Chiirite all list parking, with several providing it free of charge.
Which hotels allow pets?
Pets are allowed at Hotel Evmolpia, Complex Magic of the Rhodopes, Complex Kosovo Houses and Wine & SPA Complex Starossel. These four are the only listed 3-star properties where the facilities explicitly include pets allowed.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Wine & SPA Complex Starossel has both an indoor and outdoor pool, plus a sauna, jacuzzi and massage. Youth Centre Plovdiv offers a spa and fitness centre, and Roots Hotel & Wine Bar lists a spa with a surcharge. Complex Magic of the Rhodopes also has an outdoor pool and a kids pool.
Which hotels are best for families?
Family rooms are available at Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique Hotel, Hotel Evmolpia, Flamingo Plovdiv, Hotel Antique free private parking, Family Hotel at Renaissance Square, Wine & SPA Complex Starossel, Plaza Hotel and Hotel Restaurant Odeon. Youth Centre Plovdiv adds a playground, games room and tennis court.
Which hotels are closest to the centre?
The closest are Plovdiv City Center Hotel and Skyler, both 0.1 km from the centre. Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique Hotel is 0.2 km away, while Youth Centre Plovdiv is 0.3 km and Hotel Evmolpia and Hotel Restaurant Odeon are 0.4 km.
Which is the top-rated 3-star hotel?
Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique Hotel holds the highest guest rating at 5.0 out of 5 from 315 reviews. Youth Centre Plovdiv and Plovdiv City Center Hotel follow with 4.9, and Skyler and Hotel Evmolpia both score 4.8.
Do any hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique Hotel, Hotel Antique free private parking and Plaza Hotel. Villa Flavia Heritage Boutique Hotel and Plaza Hotel also offer breakfast in room and a buffet option.
Are there hotels with a restaurant on site?
Several hotels have their own restaurants or bars, including Youth Centre Plovdiv, Complex Magic of the Rhodopes, Roots Hotel & Wine Bar, Wine & SPA Complex Starossel, Plaza Hotel, Hotel Chiirite and Hotel Restaurant Odeon, making dining convenient without leaving the property.