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Hotel Lion is located in the centre of Sofia, just steps away from the Lavov Most Metro Station and a few minutes' walk from Alexander Nevski Cathedral and the Vitosha shopping boulevard. It provides free Wi-Fi and the cafeteria serves breakfast and snacks. Hotel Lion provides air-conditioned, spacious rooms with fully equipped bathrooms, a work desk, minibar and cable TV. Cafe 1920 offers various breakfast options and delisios specialties prepared with local products, all day brunch, sweets, speciality coffee, cocktails. There you can also unwind with your favourite beverage. A 10-minute walk will take you to the famous Women's Market, the Tsentralni Hali shopping hall and the popular landmark Central Bath House. The Lion is a 20-minute drive to Sofia Airport and airport transfer is offered against extra charge. It is 500 metres from the Main Train and Bus Station.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Sofia, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.8

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.4
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  • Pavla
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location right next to the metro station in an attractive building . I had a bright ,good sized room for single use with a small balcony affording all round views. Lion is a well maintained , clean and safe hotel. Good breakfast in the...
  • Κ
    Κατερίνα
    Greece Greece
    Very good location, nice view, excellent breakfast big rooms
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very near the city centre .easily get to from the airport underground station right next door to the hotel. Supper Market next door to the hotel

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Cafe 1920
    • Cuisine
      Local • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of Hotel Lion Sofia
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Fold-up bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Bulgarian
  • English
  • Russian

House rules

Hotel Lion Sofia takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Check-out

Until 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
BGN 30 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
BGN 40 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Hotel Lion Sofia accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the credit card used for booking must be presented upon check-in for verification purposes. The name on the credit card must match the guest’s name checking in.

The hotel offers no special facilities for the disabled.

Please inform Hotel Lion Sofia in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

License number: СФ-ВАП-73Ю-В1

FAQs about Hotel Lion Sofia

  • Room options at Hotel Lion Sofia include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double

  • The prices at Hotel Lion Sofia may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hotel Lion Sofia has 1 restaurant:

    • Cafe 1920

  • Hotel Lion Sofia offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage

  • Guests staying at Hotel Lion Sofia can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • À la carte

  • Hotel Lion Sofia is 950 yards from the centre of Sofia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hotel Lion Sofia is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.