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4-star hotels in Sofia
This shortlist gathers 15 four-star hotels in Sofia, each rated 4.3 or higher by guests. It is for travellers who want reliable comfort, good reviews and a range of locations across Bulgaria's capital.
Staying in Sofia
Sofia is a compact capital where socialist-era boulevards meet Roman ruins, Ottoman mosques and grand 19th-century churches. Visitors typically base themselves near the city centre or along the main Tsarigradsko Shose corridor, which links the airport to the heart of town. The hotels on this shortlist sit in several of these areas: several cluster around Tsarigradsko Shose and Hristo Botev Blvd, others lie on quieter streets such as Solunska, W. Gladstone and Zdrave, and a few are further out on Tsar Boris III Blvd or near Sofia Airport. That spread suits different trips: couples and short-break visitors often prefer the central addresses for easy walking, families may value quieter residential streets and larger rooms, and business travellers benefit from the airport-adjacent and boulevard locations. Because facilities are not specified in the data, this shortlist focuses on location, guest satisfaction and review volume as the practical filters.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Novotel Sofia
115 N Tsarigradsko Shosse Blvd, Sofia
Why stay hereA four-star address on N Tsarigradsko Shosse Blvd, Novotel Sofia carries a 4.6 guest rating across 2999 reviews, a volume of feedback that speaks to a consistently run house. The scale suits travellers who want a known, well-reviewed stop in Sofia rather than a small property, and the boulevard setting keeps the city's main artery close at hand.
See Novotel SofiaImpresamente Art Hotel
Vincent Van Gogh Street 5, Sofia
Why stay hereFor a small, art-led stay, Impresamente Art Hotel on Vincent Van Gogh Street holds the highest guest rating on this list, 4.9, though it rests on just 69 reviews. The four-star classification and the street's artistic name set the tone: an intimate property for visitors who prefer few rooms and personal attention over a large lobby, and who value a recent, tightly rated stay.
See Impresamente Art HotelMetropolitan Hotel Sofia a member of Radisson Individuals
64 Tsarigradsko Shose Blvd, Sofia
Why stay hereMetropolitan Hotel Sofia, a member of Radisson Individuals, pairs a 4-star classification with a 4.5 guest rating drawn from 3110 reviews, one of the largest feedback bases here. Its position at 64 Tsarigradsko Shose Blvd places it on the same long boulevard as several other hotels on this shortlist, making it a practical choice for guests who want a recognised brand and a proven record at scale.
See Metropolitan Hotel Sofia a member of Radisson IndividualsVIKO Boutique Apart Hotel
Zdrave 21A Str., Sofia
Why stay hereVIKO Boutique Apart Hotel on Zdrave 21A Str. combines the space of an apart-hotel with four-star classification, and a 4.6 guest rating from 189 reviews. The boutique label and apartment format point to longer stays and independent travellers who want their own base rather than a serviced room, while the modest review count suggests a quieter, less crowded house than the boulevard giants nearby.
See VIKO Boutique Apart HotelHotel Kitchen59
59 Bul. Tsar Boris Iii, Sofia
Why stay hereHotel Kitchen59 takes its name from its address, 59 Bul. Tsar Boris III, and offers four-star comfort with a 4.5 guest rating from 576 reviews. The location on one of Sofia's main radial boulevards suits guests who want to be on a well-trafficked route into and out of the centre, and the mid-sized review base reflects a house with a steady, established following.
See Hotel Kitchen59Art 'Otel
44 W. Gladstone Str., Sofia
Why stay hereArt 'Otel on W. Gladstone Str. is a compact four-star with a 4.5 guest rating from 393 reviews, an art-themed name and a central-street address. It fits visitors who want a small, characterful property within reach of the city core rather than a large chain hotel, and the rating shows guests consistently rate it well without the volume of the airport and boulevard properties.
See Art 'OtelHotel Premier Sofia Airport
11 Briuksel Boulevard, Sofia
Why stay hereHotel Premier Sofia Airport at 11 Briuksel Boulevard is the obvious pick for early flights or late arrivals, given its four-star class and a 4.4 guest rating from 2943 reviews. The sheer number of reviews makes it one of the most tried properties on this list, and its airport-side position suits transit travellers who prioritise a short connection over a downtown address.
See Hotel Premier Sofia AirportCentral Hotel Sofia
52 Hristo Botev Blvd., Sofia
Why stay hereCentral Hotel Sofia on Hristo Botev Blvd. does what its name says: a four-star base on a central boulevard, rated 4.4 by 2270 guests. For visitors whose priority is walking out into the city rather than commuting in, the central address is the draw, and the large review count gives a reliable picture of what to expect from the stay.
See Central Hotel SofiaBest Western Plus Olives City Hotel
1A Prof. Hristo Vakarelski Str., Sofia
Why stay hereBest Western Plus Olives City Hotel on Prof. Hristo Vakarelski Str. brings a 4-star classification and a 4.4 guest rating from 1171 reviews. As part of a plus-tier international brand, it appeals to travellers who want predictable standards and a recognised name, with a review base large enough to be meaningful but smaller than the biggest properties on this shortlist.
See Best Western Plus Olives City HotelRosslyn Thracia Hotel
Solunska Street 30, Sofia
Why stay hereRosslyn Thracia Hotel on Solunska Street is a four-star property with a 4.4 guest rating from 1082 reviews. The central street address puts it among the downtown options on this list, and the thousand-plus reviews give a solid sense of consistency. It suits guests who want a mid-sized central hotel rather than either an airport stop or a large conference-scale property.
See Rosslyn Thracia HotelHotel Vega Sofia
75, D-R G.M. Dimitrov Bvld., Sofia
Why stay hereHotel Vega Sofia occupies 75 D-R G.M. Dimitrov Bvld., a four-star house with a 4.4 guest rating from 1034 reviews. The boulevard position in a residential part of the city suits travellers who prefer a quieter setting away from the busiest central streets, and the review volume reflects a long-standing, well-used property rather than a newcomer.
See Hotel Vega SofiaArt Magus Hotel
52 Bulevard Nikola Petkov Trade House West, Sofia
Why stay hereArt Magus Hotel sits at 52 Bulevard Nikola Petkov in Trade House West, a four-star property rated 4.5 from 108 reviews. The small review count marks it as a newer or more recently discovered address, and the art-led identity suggests a design-conscious stay. It is one for visitors who like to try a less-reviewed house and want a distinctive name over a familiar chain.
See Art Magus HotelAvenue Hotel Free Parking
Akademik Stefan Mladenov 70, Sofia
Why stay hereAvenue Hotel Free Parking on Akademik Stefan Mladenov 70 is a four-star with a 4.4 guest rating from 253 reviews. Its name advertises parking, which matters for guests arriving by car, and the address in the city's outer street grid suits drivers who want to leave the vehicle at the hotel. A practical choice for road-trippers and self-driving visitors.
See Avenue Hotel Free ParkingHotel Expo Sofia
Bul. Tsarigradsko Shose 149 1784 Sofia
Why stay hereHotel Expo Sofia at Bul. Tsarigradsko Shose 149 is a four-star with a 4.3 guest rating from 2036 reviews. The name and the boulevard address point to a property built around exhibition and event traffic, making it a sensible base for visitors whose trip revolves around a fair or conference rather than sightseeing, with a substantial review history behind it.
See Hotel Expo SofiaHotel Zoo Sofia
6 Simeonovsko Shausse Blvd., Sofia
Why stay hereHotel Zoo Sofia on Simeonovsko Shausse Blvd. takes its name from its neighbour, the city zoo, and holds a 4.3 guest rating from 1720 reviews as a four-star house. The boulevard setting on the city's southern approach suits guests who want a quieter, greener edge of Sofia while staying within a well-reviewed, mid-sized property.
See Hotel Zoo Sofia
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novotel Sofia | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 2,999 |
| Impresamente Art Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 69 |
| Metropolitan Hotel Sofia a member of Radisson Individuals | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 3,110 |
| VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 189 |
| Hotel Kitchen59 | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 576 |
| Art 'Otel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 393 |
| Hotel Premier Sofia Airport | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 2,943 |
| Central Hotel Sofia | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 2,270 |
| Best Western Plus Olives City Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,171 |
| Rosslyn Thracia Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,082 |
| Hotel Vega Sofia | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,034 |
| Art Magus Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 108 |
| Avenue Hotel Free Parking | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 253 |
| Hotel Expo Sofia | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 2,036 |
| Hotel Zoo Sofia | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 1,720 |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For top guest ratings
If review scores matter most, Impresamente Art Hotel stands out at 4.9 from 69 reviews, followed by Novotel Sofia, VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel and Hotel Kitchen59 at 4.6, and Art Magus Hotel at 4.5. These are the highest-rated four-star properties in this shortlist, though some have relatively few reviews.
Impresamente Art Hotel · Novotel Sofia · VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel · Hotel Kitchen59 · Art Magus Hotel
For central sightseeing
Central Hotel Sofia, Rosslyn Thracia Hotel, Art 'Otel and VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel all have addresses on central or near-central streets such as Hristo Botev Blvd, Solunska Street, W. Gladstone Str. and Zdrave Str. They suit travellers who want to walk to sights and restaurants rather than rely on transport.
Central Hotel Sofia · Rosslyn Thracia Hotel · Art 'Otel · VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel
For business near the airport
Hotel Premier Sofia Airport, Hotel Expo Sofia, Novotel Sofia and Metropolitan Hotel Sofia are all on or near Tsarigradsko Shose or Briuksel Boulevard toward the airport. This makes them practical for business trips, early flights and meetings on the eastern side of the city.
Hotel Premier Sofia Airport · Hotel Expo Sofia · Novotel Sofia · Metropolitan Hotel Sofia a member of Radisson Individuals
For plenty of reviews
They give the most evidence of consistent guest experience, even if their scores are slightly lower than the smallest boutique hotels.
Metropolitan Hotel Sofia a member of Radisson Individuals · Novotel Sofia · Hotel Premier Sofia Airport · Central Hotel Sofia · Hotel Expo Sofia
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Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the city centre?
Central Hotel Sofia on 52 Hristo Botev Blvd. and Rosslyn Thracia Hotel on Solunska Street 30 have the most central addresses in this shortlist. Art 'Otel on W. Gladstone Str. and VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel on Zdrave Str. are also close to the centre. The data does not give walking distances or times.
Which is the best-rated hotel among these?
Impresamente Art Hotel has the highest guest rating at 4.9 out of 5, based on 69 reviews. Novotel Sofia, VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel and Hotel Kitchen59 follow at 4.6. Impresamente has far fewer reviews than the larger hotels, so consider both score and review count.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
The hotel data for this shortlist does not list facilities, so parking cannot be confirmed for any of them. Avenue Hotel Free Parking has 'Free Parking' in its name, but that is not an official facility entry in the data. Check directly with the hotel you choose.
Which hotels are best for families?
The data does not state family facilities or room types. Hotels with higher guest ratings and quieter addresses, such as Novotel Sofia, Hotel Kitchen59 or VIKO Boutique Apart Hotel, may suit families, but you should confirm family rooms and policies with the hotel.
Are there hotels with a pool or spa?
None of the hotel entries in this shortlist lists facilities, including pools or spas. Bankya spa is a known Sofia-area spa destination, but no hotel here is listed as having a spa. Contact hotels directly if a pool or spa is essential.
Which hotels are closest to Sofia Airport?
Hotel Premier Sofia Airport on 11 Briuksel Boulevard and Hotel Expo Sofia on Bul. Tsarigradsko Shose 149 have airport-oriented addresses. Novotel Sofia and Metropolitan Hotel Sofia are also on or near Tsarigradsko Shose toward the airport. The data does not give distances or travel times.
Are pets allowed in these hotels?
The hotel data does not include pet policies for any of the 15 four-star properties. If you need to bring a pet, ask the hotel directly before booking. This shortlist cannot confirm pet-friendly status for any hotel.
Which hotels have the most guest reviews?
Metropolitan Hotel Sofia has 3,110 reviews, Novotel Sofia 2,999, Hotel Premier Sofia Airport 2,943, Central Hotel Sofia 2,270 and Hotel Expo Sofia 2,036. These five give the broadest guest feedback among the shortlisted hotels.