Design Hotel 36

Hotels
8.9 (649 reviews)
36 Alexander Stamboliyski blvd. , Sofia , bg

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Modern rooms
Friendly staff
Cons:
Fire alarm issue
Limited breakfast options
Poor ventilation

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
Some complaints regarding poor ventilation and unpleasant odors were noted.
Service
9.58
Staff was described as friendly, but there were issues with availability after hours.
Location
9.62
The hotel location is very central and convenient.
Room Quality
8.57
Rooms were described as modern and nice, but issues with heating were mentioned.
Amenities
9.1
Amenities were generally nice, but specific complaints about the coffee machine and thin duvet were made.
Value for Money
8.56
Not ideal for long stays; better suited for short visits.
Food and Beverage
8.11
Breakfast selection was limited and not ideal for longer stays.
Overall Experience
9.08
Mixed experience due to the fire alarm incident and lack of after-hours support.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 03:10

Property Description

Architectural Monument in Centrum District

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities
Design Hotel 36 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private bathrooms. Each room features a desk and a flat-screen TV, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Delightful Dining and Relaxation
Guests can savor a delicious continental breakfast at the hotel's restaurant and unwind in a cozy atmosphere. The accommodation also boasts a terrace for guests to enjoy.

Prime Location and Nearby Attractions
Located within walking distance of Vitosha Boulevard and St. Kyriaki Cathedral Church, Design Hotel 36 is conveniently close to various attractions including Banya Bashi Mosque, Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski, and Sofia University. Book your stay now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

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.
If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, write this and your company details in the Special Requests box.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs BGN 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 649 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 9.58
Location: 9.62
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 9.1
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 8.11
Overall Experience: 9.08
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CARMIT solo_traveller il
7
מיקום מעולה. המלון פחות
Pros:

המיקום של המלון מצוין.
קרוב להכל ובמרחק הליכה למגוון מקומות מרכזיים.
ברחוב של המלון ממוקמות פיצריות טובות, בתי קפה, סופר ועוד חנויות.

Cons:

למרות מיקומו הטוב של המלון, גודלו המשמעותי של החדר, והמיטה הנוחה יחסית, לא יצאנו בתחושה שקיבלנו תמורה לכספנו.
הצוות לא נתן תחושה של שיתוף פעולה ולא פעם ניהל דין ודברים ונתן הסברים לתלונות, שלא באמת פתרו הבעיות.
התאורה בחדר היתה בעייתית. מאחר ומדובר בחדר עם עיצוב מיוחד, קיר האמבטיה היה עשוי מזכוכית לא אטומה וכל האור חדר לחדר בעל בוקר והקשה על השינה.
זרם המים היה בעייתי ולעיתים אפילו לא זרמו בכלל מים.
צוות הניקיון לא באמת טרח לנקות את החדר. במשך ימים נותרו אותם פירורים זרוקים בנקודות שונות בחדר, השולחן/מגש והמקלחת גם נותרו מלוכלכים וניכר שאיש לא באמת נכנס כדי לנקות. במקרה הטוב - להחליף מגבות. במקרה הגרוע - גם מגבות לא הושארו ונאלצנו ליצור קשר עם נציגת המלון ששלחה אותנו למרתף לקחת מגבות, שם נמצא סט אחד של מגבות והתשובה שקיבלנו היא שנסתדר עם זה עד למחרת.
גם העובדה שהתלוננו כל יום על נושא הניקיון לא באמת הועילה וההסבר לסוגיה היה שמדובר במנקות שונות.
די מצער, כי יש במלון פוטנציאל לא רע בכלל

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Ricardo solo_traveller es
9
Sin duda un acierto
Pros:

Ubicacion y estilo moderno. Buena relacion calidad precio y facilidad para la entrada incluso sin haber recepcionista

Cons:

Falta de detalle en el cambio de toallas

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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LOUKIA solo_traveller gr
10
Pros:

Location, atmosphere,

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
D
Danielle solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Location was fabulous. Rooms clean, facilities good and everything easy to navigate (check in etc).

Cons:

Water pressure and drainage in the shower wasn't great. We had a room with a bath but the tap took too long to fill it.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Sascha solo_traveller de
9
Ich würde es noch einmal buchen.
Pros:

Die Lage war sehr gut, um die Stadt zu erkunden. Es gab Lokale, Restaurants und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten innerhalb weniger Minuten. Die U-Bahn zum Flughafen war keine 5 Minuten entfernt.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
D
Desislava solo_traveller ie
9
Pros:

It is very central located.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Michele Domenico solo_traveller it
9
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Almudena solo_traveller es
9
Estupenda relación calidad precio
Pros:

La habitación es muy comoda y adecuada. Tiene un baño estupendo y la cama era muy comoda. Tieme supermercados y opciones de restauracion muy cerca. También esta cerca del centro y se puede andar a todo perfectamente asi como ir al aeropuerto en metro directamente.

Cons:

La unica silla de la habitación era muy incomoda. Hubo ruidos de fiesta por las noches que venian de un edificio contiguo, no del mismo hotel.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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anker1878 solo_traveller bg
10
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
M
Mikaela couple gb
9
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Scott solo_traveller us
5
Pros:

Everything was new and comfortable
Terrace was nice

Cons:

A/C didn't work and the host didn't bother to mention it when checking in
When A/C was discussed the next day, we were told to open a window.
A bar next door has people yelling and singing on the street until 6:30 am on the weekends, normally no problem unless you have the window open due to no A/C

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
M
Matan couple il
10
מומלץ
Pros:

נקי, מסודר מיקום מרכזי נוח, צוות עוזר, יש פינת קפה , קרוב למטרו

Cons:

יש לקחת בחשבון שאין חניה במלון והאזור די צפוף.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Paola Caterina couple it
9
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Matteo couple it
7
Esperienza positiva
Pros:

Buona posizione vicino alla metro Serdica.
Self check-in e check-out.
Possibilità di lasciare i bagagli oltre il check-out.
Personale cordiale.
Facile comunicazione.
Struttura moderna.
Zona ben servita di supermercati, bar, ristoranti.
Principali attrazioni turistiche raggiungibili anche a piedi.

Cons:

Pulizia migliorabile.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Ragnoli couple it
8
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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WEN-TZU couple tw
8
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Paola couple it
10
Ottima soluzione
Pros:

Posizione perfetta per visitare Sofia a pochi passi dalla metro.
Il check-in automatico un po’ arzigogolato ma qualcuno ti segue comunque da remoto e non c’è problema.
La stanza non troppo grande, consiglio di scegliere quella superior ma ad ogni modo è risultata comoda anche la più piccola.
Letto molto comodo e bagno con spazio di appoggio per le proprie cose.
Ottimi i prodotti offerti con dispenser e ciabattine offerte.
Non c’è la colazione ma lasciano a disposizione la macchina del caffè con le cialde e l’acqua è fornita in camera.

Cons:

La mancanza della colazione anche se sapevamo di non averla.
Ci sono comunque varie soluzioni nelle vicinanze.
L’illuminazione un po’bassa, era un po’ difficile vedere bene in camera.
Moquette anche se pulita io non la amo per via dell’allergia ma è soggettivo.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Federica couple it
4
Struttura non all’altezza
Pros:

La struttura era a pochi passi dal centro ed una camera accogliente

Cons:

Reception inesistente.
Per due giorni senza carta igienica nonostante passassero ogni giorno per rifare la camera.
Piu’ volte contattati via wapp ma mai nessuno che mi avesse risposto.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
N
Nicolas solo_traveller fr
9
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Orlin solo_traveller be
7
Pros:

Large modern room, close to downtown at a good price. Person at the lobby was very polite and kind.

Cons:

Room and bathroom both had a very strong cigarette smell, presumably from previous guests smoking on the balcony with the door open (the giant ashtray on each balcony is really inviting if you’re a smoker). Smell didnt quite go over my two day stay. In addition, room was quite dark so not possible to read during the day without artificial light and desk/table too narrow to place a laptop and work. If you’re on a business trip as I was, this was a serious downside. Street facing room is noisy, which negatively impacts overnight comfort since i had to sleep with balcony door open in the warm May nights and the A/C wouldn’t work. Overall, I found the points on booking off the mark. Wouldn’t repeat.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee