Hotel Lion Sofia

Hotels
8.3 (3384 reviews)
60 Maria Luiza Blvd. , Sofia , bg

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious rooms
Good location
Cons:
Poor service at breakfast
Delayed check-in experience

Categories

Cleanliness
7.55
There were complaints about the cleanliness and service during breakfast, which affected the overall impression.
Service
8.05
Mixed reviews on service, with some staff being friendly but others described as rude.
Location
9.05
The hotel is centrally located with good public transport access, which was positively highlighted.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms were described as spacious and comfortable with good amenities.
Amenities
8.55
The hotel offers a variety of amenities including breakfast and good room facilities.
Value for Money
8.05
Generally seen as good value for the quality of stay provided.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Food quality received mainly positive feedback, despite some service issues.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall, the experience was favorable, marred slightly by service and check-in issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 02:28

Property Description

Central Location and Convenience
Hotel Lion is ideally situated in the heart of Sofia, making it a perfect choice for travelers looking to explore the city with ease. With key attractions like the Alexander Nevski Cathedral and Vitosha shopping boulevard just a short walk away, guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of the city effortlessly.

Gastronomic Delights at Cafe 1920
Indulge in a culinary journey at Cafe 1920, where a delectable array of breakfast options, local specialties, all-day brunch, and artisanal cocktails await. Savor the flavors of the region with dishes made from fresh, local ingredients while enjoying a relaxing ambiance perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.

Comfortable Rooms and Modern Amenities
Relax in the air-conditioned, spacious rooms at Hotel Lion, each equipped with a fully stocked minibar, cable TV, and a work desk. With complimentary Wi-Fi and well-appointed bathrooms, guests can enjoy a comfortable stay with all the necessary amenities at their fingertips.

Experience the best of Sofia at Hotel Lion - book your stay now and make unforgettable memories in this vibrant city.

Important information:

Please note that the credit card used for booking must be presented upon check-in for verification purposes. The name on the credit card must match the guest’s name when checking in.

The hotel offers no special facilities for the disabled.

Dear Guests, We would like to inform you that for the safety and comfort of our guests, between 15 and 31 August 2024, we will replace our elevator. The rooms will be reachable only by the stairs. We kindly ask for your understanding! Please, excuse us for the inconvenience. We have to do it! You can cancel your booking free of charge if this issue seriously disturbs the comfort of your stay in the hotel.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.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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 2 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for BGN 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for BGN 40 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

8.3
Based on 3384 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.55
Service: 8.05
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.05
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 8.55
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markcS2089ZQ Business Bath, Somerset, England
8
Enjoyable stay, missed some aspects that might be important...
Pros:

Loved staying here, the Hotel Lion (by Lion Bridge) is in a great position and there is a Metro station right outside! Transfer from the airport via the metro was really easy and cheap. Technically Lavov Most metro station is right outside the hotel and when you come from the airport you would change lines at Serdika station. However, Serdika station is only a short walk from the hotel so you can get off there and walk. Around the area are plenty of shops, the Lidl was really handy for snacks. There is a free breakfast at the Cafe 1920 this place is epic and while the breakfast menu is limited the food choice is fantastic and tastes amazing! I had lunch there on my last day and the food and cocktails were epic. The hotel was nice and comfortable with nice sized rooms. I had to ask for a plug for the bath, don't know if that was just my room or a way of encouraging people to shower. WiFi was non-existent during my whole stay. If this is important to you then you will be very disappointed unless you are happy paying to roam. I was on a business trip and it was very frustrating as I didn't know where to find a trustworthy signal, fortunately Cafe 1920 was there to help. Last one was check out, as I wanted to see a little of Sofia before my flight I enquired about leaving my bags. This is possible in on a shelf behind the Cafe kitchens. It may be fine, but I prefer somewhere with a locked door. I thoroughly enjoyed Sofia and would definitely go back. The historic sites were interesting and it felt safe as a city. This said the area does have some tacky outlets and the central railway station looked a bit grim.

2026-01-06 via Tripadvisor
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antoniodP9981CQ Couples Hoofddorp, Haarlemmermeer, North Holland Province
2
I can't wait to go home
Pros:

Luckily, we only booked for two days. It's a structure that has very little to offer in terms of services, including heating. For me, it's not a 3 star hotel.

2025-12-13 via Tripadvisor
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Afalina family_with_children lt
10
2025-11-15 via Nuitee
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GUREL family_with_children tr
8
Genelde memnun kaldık
Pros:

Konum çok ıyı kahvaltı fena değil temizlik ıyı anck personel davranışı ve suratsız olması canımızı sıktı daha iyi ve güleryüzlü olması gerekiyor
Tabiki bayan guleryuzluydu erkek davranışları hiç iyi değildi

Cons:

Personelin guleryuzlü ve olumlu davranışları
Bayan personel haric

2025-11-15 via Nuitee
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mijillame couple es
10
Pros:

Amplitud de la habitación. El desayuno incluido en el bar de abajo es una barbaridad!!! Abundante comida y muy buena toda.

Cons:

Nada

2025-11-15 via Nuitee
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NATALIA couple es
10
Pros:

Ubicación, amplitud de la habitación. El desayuno en la cafetería de al lado (conecta desde dentro del hotel) estuvo genial.
Personal muy amable, pedimos desayuno para el día siguiente porque salimos pronto a la estación, y cuando llegamos por tarde nos lo tenían preparado

2025-11-14 via Nuitee
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Sonia family_with_children gb
10
2025-11-14 via Nuitee
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yushan extended_group de
7
酒店门口就是狮子桥和地铁二号线,出行方便。 早餐是在一层的1920咖啡厅,单独的套餐餐单。 临街的房间有些吵,很早就听到楼下的有轨车经过。 房间有味道,每次进门都要先通风。 房间不大,短期在苏菲亚旅行,可以接受。
2025-11-12 via Nuitee
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Lay Ling family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

Close to the city center & walkable distance to places of interest. Tram & train station just at the front of the hotel. Good breakfast.

2025-11-12 via Nuitee
Ελευθέριος family_with_children gr
8
2025-11-12 via Nuitee
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Jack family_with_children ie
10
Big beds, high quality breakfast. What more would you want?
Pros:

It’s our second time staying here. Extra large beds, large rooms, central location and a great breakfast. No wonder we keep coming back.

2025-11-12 via Nuitee
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Sadiq solo_traveller iq
8
2025-11-11 via Nuitee
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Nagore couple es
8
Pros:

Me alojé en el Hotel Lion Sofia y la experiencia fue buena. La ubicación es excelente, a pocos minutos del centro y con el metro justo enfrente, lo que facilita mucho moverse por la ciudad. Las habitaciones son amplias y cómodas, y el hotel cuenta con ascensor, algo que se agradece si llevas equipaje. El desayuno se sirve en un local contiguo, muy agradable y con opciones suficientes para empezar bien el día. En cuanto a la limpieza, todo estaba impecable durante mi estancia. En conjunto, una opción muy recomendable por su relación calidad-precio y su comodidad.

Cons:

El servicio en el desayuno dejó que desear, especialmente el lunes 10 de noviembre. El personal mostraba muy poca amabilidad, daba la sensación de que les molestaba que los huéspedes fuéramos a desayunar. Ni una sonrisa, ni un gesto de cortesía, lo cual deja una impresión bastante desagradable para empezar el día.
Además, al hacer el check-out, no había nadie en recepción. Estuvimos más de 20 minutos esperando y, al preguntar, nadie supo darnos una respuesta. Finalmente tuvimos que dejar la llave y marcharnos sin poder hacer la salida correctamente.
Una verdadera lástima, porque estos detalles de falta de atención y empatía marcan la diferencia en la experiencia del cliente.

2025-11-11 via Nuitee
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Gianmauro family_with_children it
8
2025-11-10 via Nuitee
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Christian solo_traveller ch
9
Guter Ort um Sofia zu erkunden
Pros:

Margarita an der Rezeption ist rin hilfsbereiter Engel

Cons:

Frühstück portioniert , zwar gut aber eingeschränkte Auswahl

2025-11-10 via Nuitee
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Antonella couple mt
10
City stay
Pros:

It was very centrally located with public transport just outside the hotel. Room was very spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-09 via Nuitee
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Nadia couple us
6
Bad check in experience, ok stay
Pros:

The room was spacious, looked clean, the restaurant next to it had good breakfast, close to center we walked everywhere

Cons:

Staff was rather rude, we had an early arrival and asked for early check-in… they agreed and then it never happened. Every employee gave us a different answer about when we could check in. We waited and waisted all morning basically. It would’ve been better just to let us know that they didn’t know when we could check in and then we wouldn’t have waited around.

2025-11-09 via Nuitee
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Boglárka family_with_children ge
9
2025-11-09 via Nuitee
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Jean-Baptiste family_with_children fr
7
2025-11-09 via Nuitee
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LUIGI couple it
8
Pros:

La struttura era accogliente e pulita. Comoda ai mezzi, si esce dall' albergo e c'è la fermata della metro linea blu e una serie di fermate del tram

Cons:

Avendo così tanti collegamenti si sentono un po' i rumori del tram, ma una volta chiuse le finestre non danno fastidio.la colazione non è a buffet ma servita in un bar esterno accessibile direttamente dalla hall.

2025-11-09 via Nuitee