Hotel Rila Sofia

3.5 star property
Hotel in Sofia with bars/lounges and nightclub

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Lobby sitting area
Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Twin Room
Lobby sitting area
Hotel Rila Sofia, in Sofia City Center, offers a nightclub and outdoor terrace. Guests enjoy a buffet breakfast or coffee at the cafe, with in-room WiFi for connectivity. Multilingual staff assist, and services like dry cleaning ensure a comfortable stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

Room options

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Memory foam bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Sofia City Center, a neighbourhood in Sofia, Hotel Rila Sofia is near the airport and near a metro station. National Museum of Natural History and Borisova Gradina Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit TZUM Central Department Store and Central Sofia Market Hall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Vasil Levski Stadium or Bulgarian Army Stadium.
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Tsar Kaloyan str.,6, Sofia, SOF, 1000

What's nearby

  • Vitoshka Boulevard - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • National Palace of Culture - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Serdika Station - 5 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station - 13 min drive
  • Sofia (SOF) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burrata Italiana Center - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Art Club Museum - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪DSQUARED2 Cocktails & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Corn Dog - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rila Sofia

Hotel located in Sofia City Center
A nightclub, an airport shuttle and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Rila Sofia. In-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff, 2 meeting rooms and a porter/bellboy
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and a lift
Room features
All 95 individually decorated rooms have perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities such as Internet access and minibars.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 43-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 10.20 for adults and EUR 10.20 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (429 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1968
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.02 per person, per night
  • Destination fee: EUR1.40 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 10.20 for adults and from EUR 10.20 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Rila Sofia
Rila Hotel
Rila Sofia
Hotel Rila
Hotel Rila Sofia Hotel
Hotel Rila Sofia Sofia
Hotel Rila Sofia Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Rila Sofia pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Rila Sofia?

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rila Sofia on 6 Oct 2025 start from NZ$123.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Rila Sofia?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Rila Sofia?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Rila Sofia?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Rila Sofia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Rila Sofia located?

Located in Sofia City Center, this hotel is steps away from City Garden, Yellow Pavement and Sofia City Art Gallery. Sofia Court House and Ethnographic Institute with Museum are just steps away. Serdika Station is only a 5-minute walk and Lavov Most Station is 15 minutes.

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