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Hotel Marinela Sofia

Property class: 5 and above

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A traditional wooden building with a roof, a stone lantern, and a wooden bridge over a calm water body, surrounded by lush greenery and tall buildings in the background.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a coffee machine, and a glass partition reflecting the interior.
A wooden cabin by a pond surrounded by lush greenery.
A modern lounge area with unique seating, ambient lighting, and large screens displaying visuals.
A bar area with a reflective floor, various bottles, and hanging lights.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Explore the area

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100 James Bourchier Blvd, Sofia, 1407
  • Place, Vitosha Blvd
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Vitoshka Boulevard
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, National Palace of Culture
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sofia (SOF)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room Non smoking

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe King Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard King Room

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a door.

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Presidential Suite

A bedroom with a large bed, a vanity with a mirror, a chair, and a dresser.

Presidential Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 270 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a desk lamp.

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium King Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a decorative wall piece.

Premium King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Vice-Presidential Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and wall-mounted lamps.

Vice-Presidential Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 135 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard King Room

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Standard King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two single beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a small painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Sofia

Hotel Marinela Sofia places you in the centre of Sofia, connected to the convention centre and within just a 15-minute stroll of Earth and Man Museum and Vitosha Blvd. Highlights at this luxury hotel include 6 restaurants, 4 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include massages and facials along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. The fine-dining restaurant, Panorama, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, nightclub, gym and sauna. 17470 square feet (1623 square metres) of event facilities include 13 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre and limo/town car service. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Lozenets hotel include Vitoshka Boulevard and National Palace of Culture.

What's nearby

  • Vitosha Blvd - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Vitoshka Boulevard - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • National Palace of Culture - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • NDK - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Vasil Levski Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Ovcha kupel Metro Station - 9 min drive
  • Sofia Central Station - 19 min drive
  • Sofia (SOF) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Happy Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Green Deli Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Silhouette Hall - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dana Near&Far - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gurkha - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Marinela Sofia

Hotel Marinela Sofia offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There are 6 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre, 13 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 17470 square feet (1623 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A nightclub, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Hotel Marinela Sofia. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Sofia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 258 guestrooms or units
  • 19 levels
  • 6 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • 17470 sq ft of conference space
  • 1623 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1979
  • Nightclub
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
Hotel Marinela Sofia offers 258 accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. This Sofia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site (EUR 20.45 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20.45 per person
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Captain Cook
  • Marionette
  • Panorama
  • Restaurant Bulgar

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Designer stores
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 13 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (17,470 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 19 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1979
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 20.45 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.53 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20.45 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20.45 per person (one way)
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 20.45 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 20.45 per pet, per night
  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Kempinski Zografski
Kempinski Hotel Zografski
Kempinski Zografski
Kempinski Zografski Hotel
Kempinski Zografski Hotel Sofia
Kempinski Zografski Sofia
Zografski
Zografski Kempinski
Hotel Marinela Sofia
Hotel Marinela
Marinela Sofia
Hotel Marinela Sofia Hotel
Hotel Marinela Sofia Sofia
Hotel Marinela Sofia Hotel Sofia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

Hotel Marinela Sofia offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Marinela Sofia on 14 Aug 2026 start from AU$191, 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

Yep, Hotel Marinela Sofia has a self car park for EUR 20.45 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Hotel Marinela Sofia. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

Does Hotel Marinela Sofia have a pool?

Hotel Marinela Sofia has a pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

Hotel Marinela Sofia features a full-service spa, a nightclub and a health club. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Hotel Marinela Sofia a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Marinela Sofia.

Does Hotel Marinela Sofia serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 6 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Marinela Sofia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Hotel Marinela Sofia Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 472 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 472 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 472 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 472 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 472 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shinka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING PLACE TO STAY .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SEAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and amenities, excellent restaurants, gym and the decor!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fantastic …
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rossana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and amazing restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Noshaab

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room is ok condition nothing special
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yurii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent pool and gorgeous lobby.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to shopping and best of all the restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel. Very spacious facilities. Beautiful garden. Unique design.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stylish luxury and very convenient location
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphere
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ivalina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not try the breakfast... but, this hotel gets filled with che@p w0men and m@fi@ men, and is full of smoke inside - absolutely do not recommend! When i tried to complain to the front desk, the service staff was super rude and said the smoke comes from the bar, to go complain there... I did, and it did not help! It was so bad with smoke, that it was like a fog.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Sofia Hotel

I come for several years to this hotel, it’s always a pleasure, all 5 restaurants are really fantastic, easy to reach. I can really recommend everyone to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only place we will stay in Sofia
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nisan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
overall the stay was nice, but the stuff and the parking area responsible are not friendly at all. the room was very good and the entire facilities. but need to check very deeply the stuff and the responsible of parking area
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aymen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great garden and good options
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yurii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very posh hotel if slightly dated, superb pool and other facilities, conveniently located on the metro line three stops from the center.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Bedros

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely terrible, Hotel I will not stay there anymore. The service is horrible. It’s dirty everything it’s out of date. The only nice thing there was a nice Ferrari 4x4 and that it is nothing else, After I went I stayed in Hilton and Hilton. It’s hundred percent better Cleaner brand-new, excellent service, the stuff it’s very communicative. You cannot compare between Hilton.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIO DAVIDE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good but the breakfast is not good for this important hotel … orange juice must be fresh not in cartoon bag… and others particularity …
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my very short stay. Welcoming front desk staff, awesome gym, great breakfast and cool decor, like the Japanese Garden AND it’s close to the main part of town - I would really recommend this hotel for a business stay or a romantic getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Marinela -- Truly a Unique Experience!

The Hotel Marinela is truly unique, perhaps resembling a huge boutique hotel. The decor is unmatched, and maybe not to everyone's taste. But that's what has given the Marinela its special character all these years. The restaurants provide excellent offerings, the staff was extremely courteous, and my suite was outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of everything and yet comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Noshaab

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Average hotel,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and beautiful
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Dogu

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have a unprofessional services. Also their staff are arrogance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025