Rila Hotel Sofia

3 stars
8.0
Very good
based on 5879 reviews
5,879 reviews
Tsar Kaloyan Str.,6, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria
Tsar Kaloyan Str.,6, Sofia
+359 2937 9290
Thu 1/10
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Fri 2/10
2 guests, 1 room
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Conference room
Bar
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Hallway
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Overview

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a nightclub and 2 bars/lounges. Other amenities include a conference center, a coffee shop/cafe, and a business center. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Hotel Rila Sofia offers 95 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
8.0
Very good
5879 reviews

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Amenities at Rila Hotel Sofia

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Reviews of Rila Hotel Sofia

8.0
Very good
5879 verified ratings
Wonderful
1549
Very good
1022
Good
1200
Okay
600
Fair
644
Mediocre
307
Poor
557

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests overwhelmingly appreciate the hotel's central location, making it easy to access city attractions and public transport. Many reviews highlight spacious rooms and pleasant views, with some guests also noting friendly staff and good breakfast options. However, several guests mention that the hotel and its facilities are quite old, with some rooms and bathrooms in need of renovation or better maintenance. Cleanliness and amenities are generally acceptable but not outstanding. Overall, the hotel is seen as offering good value for its prime location, despite some drawbacks related to aging infrastructure and inconsistent service.
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Location10 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness5 out of 10
Service5 out of 10
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8.2
Very good
Julian, Dec 2018
Pros (+) The welcome was very pleasant and straightforward and the reception lady was extremely helpful in booking me a table at a restaurant down the road. Room was clean the bathroom was clean the bed was very firm could’ve done with a bit more heating part from that wonderful
Cons (-) There is a club next door and I could feel the music all through the early hours of the morning. Consequently I did not get much sleep

Location

Tsar Kaloyan Str.,6, Sofia 1000

What's nearby

  • National Archaeological Museum169 yd
  • St. Nedelya Church202 yd
  • City Garden213 yd
  • Sofia City Centre245 yd
  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre315 yd
  • National Art Gallery369 yd
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths0.3 mi
  • Amphitheatre of Serdica0.3 mi
  • Vitosha Boulevard0.3 mi
  • Central Sofia Market Hall0.3 mi
  • Sofia Synagogue0.3 mi
  • National Assembly0.5 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Rila Hotel Sofia

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October
May
£58
£78
Cheapest month to stay with an average 25% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 17% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Rila Hotel Sofia?

The cheapest month to stay at Rila Hotel Sofia is July, with an average nightly rate of £56. The most expensive month is December at £78 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Rila Hotel Sofia?

The cheapest day to book Rila Hotel Sofia is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of £48. The most expensive day is Friday at £81 per night.

How far in advance should you book Rila Hotel Sofia?

To get the best price at Rila Hotel Sofia, book around 3 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 27% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Rila Hotel Sofia

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Rila Hotel Sofia, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Rila Hotel Sofia, plan to stay on a Sunday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Rila Hotel Sofia was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £81, while the most expensive was £81.
  • How long should you stay at Rila Hotel Sofia? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Rila Hotel Sofia

  • Where is Rila Hotel Sofia located?

    Rila Hotel Sofia is located at Tsar Kaloyan Str.,6 in Sredets, 0.1 miles from the centre of Sofia. National Archaeological Museum is the closest landmark to Rila Hotel Sofia.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Rila Hotel Sofia?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Rila Hotel Sofia.

  • Does Rila Hotel Sofia offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Rila Hotel Sofia offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Rila Hotel Sofia from the airport?

    Rila Hotel Sofia is 4.2 miles from Sofia. Rila Hotel Sofia is 86.4 miles from Nis.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Rila Hotel Sofia hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Rila Hotel Sofia in Sofia and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Rila Hotel Sofia and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Rila Hotel Sofia.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

0.1 mi
Sofia
4.2 mi

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