Cheap hotels in Sofia tonight
Updated 10 November 2026 · 36 real hotels
Sofia is one of the most affordable capital cities in Europe, with well-rated central hotels starting at around 44 € per night. Guest houses and apartment hotels in the city centre offer the best value, combining central locations with low nightly rates. Traveling mid-week or outside peak summer and ski seasons will push prices even lower.
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Cheap Hotels in Sofia: Great Value in One of Europe's Most Affordable Capitals
Sofia consistently ranks among the least expensive capital cities on the continent, and that affordability shows up clearly in hotel prices. The selection below covers the city centre, meaning you can walk to landmarks like Vitosha Boulevard, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and the National Palace of Culture without paying extra for transport. Rates in this list start at 44 € per night for a 3-star guest house rated 4.7 out of 5, which illustrates how competitive the Sofia budget market really is.
Which Sofia Neighbourhoods Offer the Best Value?
The city centre of Sofia, known locally as 'Tsentar', is surprisingly accessible on a budget. Unlike many Western European capitals, staying central in Sofia does not require a premium budget. Guest houses and small apartment hotels scattered around the central grid offer rates well below 70 € per night while keeping you within easy reach of metro stations, restaurants, and sights. If you can be flexible with your travel dates, avoid the Christmas and New Year ski season rush and the main summer tourist period in July and August, when demand pushes prices up slightly even in Sofia.
Our selection in Sofia
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pop Bogomil ★★★ | Centre-ville de Sofia | ★ 3.4 | 43 €/nuit |
| Aris Hotel Sofia ★★★ | Centre-ville de Sofia | ★ 4.1 | 54 €/nuit |
| Visito Apart House ★★★ | Centre-ville de Sofia | ★ 4.5 | 56 €/nuit |
| Best Western Terminus Hotel ★★★★ | Centre-ville de Sofia | ★ 4.4 | 68 €/nuit |
| Lopera Guest House ★★★★ | Centre-ville de Sofia | ★ 4.5 | 69 €/nuit |
| Hotel Favorit ★★★ | Centre-ville de Sofia | ★ 4.3 | 70 €/nuit |
| Hotel Geneva ★★★★ | Sofia | ★ 4 | 73 €/nuit |
| B1 Boutique Hotel Sofia ★★★ | Centre-ville de Sofia | ★ 4.2 | 75 €/nuit |
| Mercure Sofia City ★★★★ | Rajon Triaditsa | ★ 4.6 | 76 €/nuit |
| Meg Lozenetz Hotel ★★★ | Lozenets | ★ 4.2 | 78 €/nuit |
Our hotel profiles in Sofia
Metropolitan Hotel Sofia, a member of Radisson Individuals★★★★ · €102
Novotel Sofia★★★★ · €86
Hilton Sofia★★★★★ · €154
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia★★★★★ · €164
Grand Hotel Sofia★★★★★ · €132
Hotel Europe★★★★ · €79
Maison Sofia - MGallery★★★★★ · €87
Hotel Niky★★★ · €71
Hotel Lion Sofia★★★ · €82
East Plaza Hotel ★★★★★ · €139
AMAR Design Hotel by HMG★★★ · €90
Rosslyn Central Park Hotel★★★★ · €161
Park - Hotel Moskva★★★ · €137
Hotel Premier Sofia Airport★★★★ · €121
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest hotel in central Sofia with good reviews?+
Among the options listed here, 5 Vintage Guest House in the city centre offers the lowest rate at 44 € per night and holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating, making it both the most affordable and the highest-rated pick on this page.
Can I find a 4-star hotel in Sofia for under 70 € per night?+
Yes. Best Western Terminus Hotel, a 4-star property located in the city centre, appears in this budget selection at 68 € per night with a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is an unusually strong value for a four-star hotel in a European capital.
Are apartment hotels a good budget option in Sofia?+
Apartment hotels and apart-houses work very well for budget travelers in Sofia. Properties like Visito Apart House (56 €/night, rated 4.5/5) and Dunav Apartment House (67 €/night, rated 4.4/5) give you self-catering facilities, which lets you save money on breakfast and evening meals at local supermarkets and markets.
When is the cheapest time to book a budget hotel in Sofia?+
Late autumn (November) and early spring (March to April) tend to offer the lowest hotel rates in Sofia, as these periods fall outside the main ski-resort demand driven by nearby Vitosha and Borovets, and before the summer sightseeing season begins. Booking at least three to four weeks in advance also helps secure the best available price at any time of year.