Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotels
Design Hotels
8.7 (979 reviews)
16 Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd. , Sofia , bg

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 979 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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Ahmed couple ch
7
Beautiful views, but several details need improvement
Cons:

I recently stayed at SENSE Hotel in Sofia and had mixed feelings about the experience. The hotel has a lot going for it, particularly its modern design, fantastic views and excellent changing facilities in the Spa, but several issues prevented the stay from feeling truly premium.

The room itself was stylish and comfortable, with a large double bed facing floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows and a beautiful view of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. The furniture was modern and sleek, and the large TV was a nice touch. Unfortunately, the room also had a few shortcomings. Road noise on the fourth floor was quite loud and disturbing, affecting sleep, and the soundproofing could definitely be improved. Light also seeped through the blinds at night, which was another annoyance. The air conditioning was somewhat weak and even at 16°C struggled to cool the room properly, although the temperature remained reasonably comfortable.

The bathroom had a powerful shower with plenty of hot water, but the shower door leaked from the bottom, leaving the floor wet after every shower. There were also no face towels, making it difficult to keep the basin area dry.

Housekeeping was inconsistent. On arrival, there were towels for only one person despite the room being booked for two. I had to ask twice before another set was delivered. On another occasion, housekeeping actually removed a set of towels rather than replacing them. This suggests the cleaning team could benefit from better training and more consistent standards.

The spa facilities were pleasant, although there are some limitations. The pool only opens from 9am to 9pm, which is disappointing for early risers who would like to swim before breakfast. The sauna and steam room are small but nice. The 38°C hot tub was relaxing, although it has no jets, so a proper jacuzzi would have been a welcome addition. There is also a 27°C cold tub.

2026-09-11 via Nuitee
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Yuan solo_traveller cn
9
2026-09-11 via Nuitee
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Ahmed couple ch
7
2026-09-11 via Nuitee
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Andjela couple it
8
2026-09-10 via Nuitee
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Adriane couple ie
10
Perfect stay in a perfect location.
Pros:

The room was spacious with amazing views. The pool and spa area was great too. The food in the rooftop bar was delicious and staff was very attentive.

Cons:

All perfect.

2026-09-09 via Nuitee
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Rainer solo_traveller de
8
2026-09-08 via Nuitee
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Domenico couple it
7
2026-09-08 via Nuitee
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Edith solo_traveller de
9
Perfekte Lage, Luxus, tolle Aussicht
Pros:

Super Lage, 3 Minuten von der Metro, die direkt vom Flughafen kommt.
Tolle Rooftop-Bar, aber abends eher exklusiv, für einen Kaffee oder Aperitif perfekt.
Fabelhaftes Frühstück, und Slavka vom Bar-Team ist ganz wunderbar und lässt ihre Gäste sich willkommmen fühlen.
Schöner Pool, mit Sauna, Gym nicht genutzt aber sah großzügig angelegt aus.
Habe in dem Bett wunderbar geschlafen, schön viele Kissen vorhanden.

Cons:

Ablage in der Dusche wäre praktisch.
Preise in der Mini-Bar etwas zu hoch m. E., aber das ist jedem selbst überlassen.
Öffnungszeiten Spa (9am-9pm) könnte etwas früher sein, sofass man noch vor dem Frühstück schwimmen könnte.

2026-09-07 via Nuitee
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Steingerður solo_traveller is
10
2026-09-06 via Nuitee
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Ortal couple il
10
Pros:

Everything was wonderful!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-06 via Nuitee
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Luana Paletti solo_traveller it
9
SUPER LOCATION
Pros:

Location super e hotel bellissimo. il centro benessere davvero bello cosi anche il roof top e il ristorante!camera bellissima. I Bell boy davvero bravissimi e gentilissimi sempre

Cons:

lo staff molto giovane e non formatissimo per un 5 stelle a mio avviso, i ragazzi più attenti mentre le ragazze un po' meno. Nulla di grave, ma ecco ho trovato alcune di loro poco attente. Wifi non esistente praticamente almeno nella mia camera

2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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D Sherriff solo_traveller us
9
2026-09-04 via Nuitee
Елена solo_traveller bg
9
2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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Dusan couple sk
9
2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Florian solo_traveller de
10
2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Justine couple fr
10
Séjour parfait en plein coeur de Sofia
Pros:

La chambre "deluxe" était magnifique avec la vue sur la cathédrale.
Le personnel était disponible et le spa très agréable !

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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FREDERIC couple fr
10
Pros:

UN HOTEL EXTRAORDINAIRE A TOUS POINTS DE VUE. Cette fois ci le prix était correct. le bar rooftop est excellent

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Olga couple cy
7
2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Albert solo_traveller il
9
ממליץ על המלון
Pros:

צוות שירותי, שומרים על הניקיון, זמינות של מתקנים. בקיצור הכל היה טוב מאוד!

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Nadezhda family_with_children bg
10
Приятен
2026-09-01 via Nuitee