Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels

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8.7 (883 reviews)
16 Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd. , Sofia , bg

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Spa cleanliness
Noisy rooftop bar
High prices for certain amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
The spa was noted to be disappointing and dirty.
Service
9.45
Generally good service, with specific praise for helpful staff.
Location
9.45
Top location, with great views and proximity to amenities.
Room Quality
8.95
Comfortable and spacious rooms, although some issues noted with electrical problems.
Amenities
8.45
Amenities available but some suggestions for improvement, like the spa.
Value for Money
8.45
Prices for certain drinks and amenities deemed a bit high.
Food and Beverage
7.95
Mixed reviews on food, with breakfast deemed expensive and restaurant service lacking.
Overall Experience
8.95
Enjoyed the overall stay, despite some noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:21

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The 5-star Sense Hotel Sofia offers lavish accommodation with modern amenities including a 42' LCD TV, iPod docking station, and free Molton Brown’s cosmetics in the bathrooms. Enjoy stunning views of Alexander Nevski Cathedral from most units.

Exclusive Spa and Wellness Facilities
Indulge in relaxation at the hotel's exclusive spa area with an indoor stainless steel pool, fitness center with Technogym facilities, and complimentary aqua gym sessions with a professional trainer. Unwind with a massage after a busy day exploring the city.

Prime Location and Nearby Attractions
Located on Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard near the Parliament, Sense Hotel Sofia provides easy access to Sofia's trendy bars and restaurants. Explore the city's attractions on foot, with Sofia University Metro Station nearby for further exploration.

Experience luxury and convenience at Sense Hotel Sofia - book your stay now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. Please note that the rooms on 7th and 8th floor might experience some noise disturbances due to the music played in the roof top bar. Children under 14 years of age use the services of Sense Wellness only during below hours and if accompanied by a supervising adult and only during the specified hours. Available Hours for children under the age of 14 are Monday - Sunday – 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Children under 14 years are allowed to use the swimming pool, hot and cold tubs. Children under 14 years are not allowed to use other spa facilities. The use is entirely at the responsibility and risk of the accompanying adult and Sense Wellness cannot be held liable for any injuries/endangerment of the child’s health and safety. For children under 2 years of age, wearing a diaper is mandatory when visiting. Prior reservation is required to secure a table at the Rooftop Bar.
Deposit of 50 EUR per guest per day for eventual extras will be requested at check-in.Guests 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 30 per day.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for € 1.31 per person per night when using an available cot.
    People 11 years old and over stay for € 107.90 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

8.7
Based on 883 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.95
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 7.95
Overall Experience: 8.95
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Christian • couple • gb
9
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Radostina • couple • fr
10
Une expérience à la hauteur de Sophia, capitale de la Bulgarie
Pros:

L’hôtel est vraiment très bien, mais le mieux c’est quand même le personnel général, généralement vu des gens aussi gentil

Cons:

Rien

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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GUY • extended_group • il
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Moti • solo_traveller • il
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Dave • solo_traveller • gb
6
Modern hotel, expensive for what it is and the locals use the restaurant to act like they are rich
Pros:

Good location and modern hotel

Cons:

The staff were unfriendly and often rude, especially in the roof top bar

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Dalia • solo_traveller • il
7
Pros:

מיקום וגודל החדר

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Larry Shane • solo_traveller • us
10
A great place to get acquainted with Sofia!
Pros:

The room was comfortable and spacious — the size of a small apartment! Great location in a walkable area. I loved the view of the Nevsky Cathedral from the rooftop bar.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Frederic • solo_traveller • ro
10
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Jaunius • couple • lt
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Perfect location and the greatest view ever! Very helpful staff. The restaurant on the first floor is very good

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • ch
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Zhelyazko • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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erhan • family_with_children • tr
7
Pros:

Konum

Cons:

Hijyen ve odadaki olanaklar.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Fernandes • family_with_children • ch
10
Pros:

Traumhafter Lage, tolles Hotel, sehr sauber und super freundliches Personal. Danke

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Margarita • solo_traveller • bg
9
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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MANUEL • extended_group • es
9
Pros:

EN GENERAL TODO

Cons:

??????

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Erkan • extended_group • tr
10
Mükemmel..
Pros:

Harika bir oda. Nefis bir manzara. Sessiz. Tuvalet ve banyo tertemiz. Sıcacık bir ortam. Kahvaltı nefis. Omletlerine bayıldık.

Cons:

Eleştirilecek hiçbirşey yok.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Nonka • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The fact that there was no transparency as to when restaurants and room service wasn’t available and that was most of the times

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Katerina • couple • bg
10
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee