Hotel Marinela Sofia

Hotels
Victoria Group Hotels & Resorts
8.2 (2499 reviews)
100 James Boucher Blvd , Sofia , bg

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Nightclub
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Service
Beautiful decorations
Cons:
Pool access restriction
Limited room amenities
Poor phone service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.76
Overall cleanliness praised in reviews.
Service
8.93
Unique staff service, acknowledged by multiple guests.
Location
8.47
Described as being in a different world from the city.
Room Quality
7.92
Room decor noted as good but some wear mentioned.
Amenities
7.45
Swimming pool access is limited for guests.
Value for Money
7.91
Facilities seem to match hotel price.
Food and Beverage
7.96
General praise, but no specific details given.
Overall Experience
8.23
Generally positive with some noted drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 14:53

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Entertainment
Hotel Marinela Sofia offers a plethora of amenities for a lavish stay, including an indoor pool, fitness club, and Japanese Garden for relaxation. The hotel's 6 restaurants and 4 bars cater to diverse culinary tastes, promising a delightful dining experience.

State-of-the-Art Rooms and Facilities
Indulge in comfort with individually controlled air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and modern entertainment systems in each Deluxe room and Junior Suite. The en-suite bathrooms are equipped with premium toiletries, ensuring a luxurious stay.

Convenient Location and Accessibility
Located just a 20-minute drive from Sofia Airport, the hotel provides easy access to the city center and Vitosha ski slopes. With nearby public transportation like James Bourchier Underground Station, exploring Sofia is a breeze.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Hotel Marinela Sofia!

Important information:

The swimming pool will be closed for the period of 4-15.08 for our yearly prophylacticGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SOF

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs BGN 40 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 12 years old stay for BGN 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for BGN 60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2499 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.76
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.47
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 8.23
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Caroline family_with_children au
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2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Maria extended_group gr
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Never visit Marinela ever again .
Pros:

Only liked captain cook Restaurant

Cons:

Very old air conditioning caused extreme noise so I could not sleep .

Music at lobby is a considered “noise”. I wonder if management has ever visited a five star European hotel ?

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Ayala couple il
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Cons:

בחדר אוכל שרות לא משהו הגענו ביום האחרון
ב7:30 לארוחת בוקר בקשנו אומלט שיכינו לנו תאמרו רק ב8:00
וגם כל בוקר היה את אותו ירקות לא טריים

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Rositsa couple bg
7
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Goran couple mk
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Vera couple ch
7
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Lina Maria extended_group it
10
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Denitsa couple bg
10
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Violeta family_with_children bg
9
Great overall, full of emotions weekend
Pros:

We were at the wedding ceremony and it was amazing in the beautiful garden of the hotel. All of us had a great time and we enjoyed the convenience of the facilities.

Cons:

I thought the parking should be free for the guests, paid parking is for the visitors. Perhaps the hotel should reconsider their policy. It is quite pricey and unnecessary separated, unless there's valet.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Antoniya extended_group bg
10
Clean and comfortable! Highly recommend!
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Marina solo_traveller bg
2
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Shelly extended_group il
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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MEIRI solo_traveller il
10
Pros:

Шикарно
Шикарный завтрак

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Tanya solo_traveller bg
6
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
Жана couple bg
10
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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mehmet extended_group tr
8
iyi
Pros:

Kavalti daha iyi olabilirdi

Cons:

yumurta kizartma ve peynir

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Petar solo_traveller bg
10
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Hirschmannova couple ie
6
Pros:

The room was clean and the reception area was nice

Cons:

No 24 room service as was stated in the hotel information. I couldn’t get a breakfast into the room after 11am or food to the room after 11pm. Sauna, steam room and jacuzzi was extra charge.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Atanas solo_traveller bg
9
Pros:

Location , rooms , stuff !

Cons:

The breakfast does not correspond to the stars and the level of the hotel as a whole. Varied and rich but with the lowest quality of the imported products. Absolutely tasteless!

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Sonya Vachinska extended_group bg
10
2026-06-15 via Nuitee