SLAVYANSKA BESEDA HOTEL, Sofia – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Slavyanska Beseda Hotel offers 92 air-conditioned rooms with minibars, cable TV (50-120 channels), and free Wi-Fi. Most rooms have balconies with city center views. Private bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Select rooms feature separate living areas, soundproof walls, and mountain views.
Dining Options
The hotel houses a bistro serving Eastern European cuisine, a Chinese restaurant, and a café. Room service is available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are offered at 20 BGN (€10) per meal.
Leisure & Business
Guests can rent bicycles, explore the onsite art gallery, or visit the beauty center. The conference room fits 40 people in theater-style seating, with multimedia equipment available. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged for meetings.
Prime Location
Located on Rakovski Street, the hotel is steps from the Monument to the Liberating Tsar and the Bulgarian Parliament. Nearby landmarks include Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (0.5 km), Russian Church St. Nicholas (0.5 km), and Vitosha Boulevard shopping street. Trolleybuses (#9, #1, #2, #5, #8) and trams (#10, #18, #12) stop within 5 minutes.
Services & Transport
The 24-hour front desk offers luggage storage, tour assistance, and guarded parking (30 BGN/day). Metro stations Serdika and Sofia University are a 5-minute walk, with direct airport connections. Laundry, ironing, and PC/printer access in the lobby are available.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Barber shop
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The room had an overwhelming cigarette smell and the nearby nightclub's noise disrupted my sleep, but on the bright side, it was warm and having a bath available was a nice touch. The service was lacking, distant from most transportation options, and the staff came off as sour and disrespectful. The location was excellent, central and convenient for sightseeing, although some noise disturbances were present. The dining experience was subpar, with limited options, except for a warm and homemade buffet. Overall, a mixed experience.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, though very old, were surprisingly warm and clean, with neat and comfortable mattresses; however, they were a bit cramped for four adults. The service was friendly and helpful, making up for its lack of professionalism. The location was excellent, close to the center and affordable. While the dining options were disappointing, the facilities were satisfying.
The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of beautiful Sofia, offering nice rooms, but with some outdated aspects. The service was a mix of helpfulness and unsmiling behavior. The dining experience featured delicious Bulgarian cuisine. The hotel's location is central but lacking nearby public transport options.