Sofia is the capital and largest city in Bulgaria and should definitely be on your list of great spots to visit during your trip around Europe! The area around Sofia has been populated since at least 7000 BC and is essentially at the center on the Balkan peninsula. Located at the foot of the Vitosha mountain, Sofia is home to many of Bulgaria’s cultural institutions, universities and commercial companies. Like many other European capitals, Sofia has a ton of museums from The National Gallery of Foreign Art to the National Opera and Ballet of Bulgaria. Sofia has all the luxury of a major European capital city with an affordable price tag. Book one of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Sofia, Bulgaria, today and experience this amazing city.
1. Luxurious, spacious studio in Sofia (from USD 48)
This large and luxurious space is located in a beautiful modern building in one of Sofia chicest neighborhoods. The location is great for getting around town as the metro is only a minute’s walk away from the apartment. Shops, cafes, restaurants and supermarkets are all also close by and the apartment comes with WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private balcony that offers nice urban views.
Spacious Studio in Top Neighborhood, nr. metro st.Sofia, Sofia City Province, BulgariaSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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great apartment with great view and all of the amenities you need for a perfect staythe interior is stylish and it has one of the most comfiest beds definitely recommendwas surprisingly cool in the hot days - even without the a/cthe area around the apartment is also very well developed (shops cafererias etc)Cleanliness:
modern and super tidy + clean placevery clean and stylish placevery stylish and clean placeapartment was small but clean and comfortablecomfortable bed and clean bedsheetsHost:
the hosts made us feel very welcomehost responsive and punctualyou are a great hostvery polite and responsive hostsgreat location and a very helpful list of local tips provided by the host on arrivalRead more reviewsLocation:
the great location only 3 minutes to the undergroundit’s in a good location and has everything we needed close bygreat apartment in a top locationnice place perfect location in high end neighbourhoodlocation is very good 2 metro stations from city center and it's in very quiet area
2. Three-bedroom apartment in city center (from USD 59)
This apartment is located right behind the Youth Theater Academy and near the historic and cultural center of Sofia. All the best supermarkets, nightclubs, museums and galleries are all nearby. The apartment has enough space for 9 people making it a great gathering spot should you want friends or family over. The fine arts gallery, botanical gardens, and the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral are all a 5-minute walk away.
City Center, Spacious 3+br, 2 bath apartmentSofia, Sofia City Province, BulgariaSuperhost
Accommodates: 9
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4) all furniture kitchen appliances are brand new and cleanasia is very friendly and helpful and it was a pleasure to do air bnb in her apartmentit has 3 double bed comfortable for 6 people plus some sofa beds which we didn't usevery nice apartment lots of spacethere are three large bedrooms with superior beds in the living room there are two more sofa bedsCleanliness:
spacious clean and full of personal zen touchesit was very clean spacious and well equippedit was beautiful spacious and clean and loved the personal touchesthe house is like it is in pictures clean and welcomingvery comfortable beds clean and had all that we neededHost:
assya was very kind to host usassya was a great hostassya is a great hostassya has been a really nice hostshe was very helpful and always willing to give us a tipRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very easy to walk everywherereally great location in sofia close to the main sitesan excellent location for sofia right in the middle of the city centrethe apartment is in a great location within easy walking distance of the main sites and metro stopsa fantastic spacious apartment in a perfect location and everything within walking distance
3. Industrial apartment (from USD 66)
This bright and cozy space has an industrial vibe with lots of windows and high ceilings throughout. The apartment is located in the heart of the city and is a 2-minute walk from Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Serdika metro station so getting around town and seeing the city is easy. Restaurants and shops are all within the area and are a short walk away. The kitchen comes with everything you’ll need and the living room has a nice HDTV. WiFi and a free parking space are available during your stay.
Industrial Look Apartment★Top Centre+ Free ParkingSofia, Sofia City Province, BulgariaSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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apartment has lots of natural light and feels very airythe photos online are true to the actual apartmentplamen’s apartment is just like the photos - we appreciated the chic/modern aestheticgreat wi-fi perfect locationcomfortable bed and curtains to darken the sleeping roomCleanliness:
very clean and cozyclean and nice apartmentsparkling clean and really amazingit is very clean modern appartementit was really clean and very stylishHost:
great information from the hostcosy and nice atmosphere and a truly motivated and helpful hostplamen arranged the early check in was kind and flexiblegenerous and easy check in and out and fast and friendly respond with the owenerτhe availability of a free parking seat is a great assetRead more reviewsLocation:
easy location in downtown sofianice apartment close to the city centerfantastic location and stylish apartmentthe location was great near the city centeramazing place and wonderful location
4. Modern designer apartment (from USD 31)
This modern designer apartment is impeccably stylish. Visitors can tell right from the tasteful furniture to the warm, earth-toned palette that this place is a fashionable option to stay. The unit itself is spacious enough to accommodate five guests comfortably. It is fitted with features that make a superb stay: 4K television, air conditioning, triple-glazed super-sound insulating windows, a duck down duvet, and more.
You can also enjoy the view of a lovely statue or the glow of city lights from the window.
Sunshine Sofia XL - central, connected modern flatSofia, Sofia City Province, BulgariaSuperhost
Accommodates: 5
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comfortable with about all the amenities you might needgreat location super modern nice view lovely sofa kitchen utensilsvery pleasant stay here in sofia cozy apartment with a great tv and a nice view would returnawesome internet as well and absolutely amazing airconditioning really cool apartment that i would definitely choose againa nice thing is the winged statue in front of the apartmentCleanliness:
very clean and cozy placethe apartment was clean and very cosyapartment was clean for the most partthe appartment was clean and cosythe place was exceptionally clean and furnished with a good eye for the detailsHost:
the host is very responsivethe host was extremely hospitable and kindalex is a great host and responds very quickly to any questionsalex was very friendly and quick in responding to our requestsalex is a friendly and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very modern apartmenteasy walk to downtown areagood location near many of sofia’s attractionsgreat accommodation close to all of the attractions in sofiavery spacious and comfortable flat in a walking distance from the centre of the city
5. Charming attic studio near Joliot-Curie Street (from USD 30)
Located in an upmarket neighborhood, this one-bedroom bed and breakfast have a lot of character. It boasts a queen bed and a clean bathroom and is suitable for two guests. You also have access to a well-equipped kitchen and the hosts serve breakfast on weekdays. The Airbnb rental is a five-minute walk from Joliot-Curie Street underground station. A short walk also takes you to the beautiful Borisova Garden. Several cafes and convenience stores are nearby for those who wish to get a quick bite to eat.
Lovely Quiet Bed&Breakfast StudioSofia, Sofia City Province, BulgariaAccommodates: 2
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nice option to have included breakfast and coffee available at the downstairs cafethe hosts are very friendly and there is a nice breakfast and coffee available downstairscouple of nice cafes/bakeries right beside apartment toothe apartment was perfect for my needs and the neighbourhood beautiful with lots of trees and quiet nightsnice small apartment and easy check-in/check-outCleanliness:
nice clean and quite placenice clean quiet and cozy roomgreat apartment clean and usefulllovely place clean and tidyvery clean space which is good value for moneyHost:
host is very responsivei really enjoyed the accomodation and the hosts were pleasantthey were very helpful in helping book taxis and give recommendations on where to go in sofiaboris and tsvetys were super friendly and helpfullboris and tsvety were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
good location close to metro stationlocation is great - very close to the subwaythe studio is located in a nice quiet neighborhood close to the city centergreat location in a quiet neighborhood close to markets and restaurantsgreat location well presented and good value
6. Lovely apartment in Rakovska Street (from USD 37)
This rental is on the third floor and can accommodate four guests and is located in Rakovski Street, a ten-minute walk to the city center. The newly-renovated apartment has one bedroom and a bathroom with a rain shower! Two people can sleep in the bedroom and two people in the living room, which has a sofa bed and a daybed. Cook a meal in the well-equipped kitchen or step out for a bite several food joints are nearby for those who wish to explore the locale.
New apartment in Sofia centerSofia, Sofia City Province, BulgariaAccommodates: 3
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the photos are accurate: it's an elegant comfortable place that's really well-locatedwe had a great stay at gergana’s apartmentthis is a modern beauty and well equipped apartment with everything you needthe kitchen was well-equipped and the bed was comfortable for twowe received many local tips and found an incredibly well stocked kitchenCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable place to stayvery nice and clean apartmentthe space was so clean and the bed was very comfortablea comfortable clean place to staygreat place very clean and everything you needHost:
gergana is a great hostgergana was a very helpful hostgery is an amazing host quick and helpfulthe host was very nice answering to my messages fast always giving us extra tipsgergana is a super friendly host who provides you with a lot of helpful advice and suggestions about sofiaRead more reviewsLocation:
really cute place and very centralgreat place super central and in a very central locationgreat location just a short walk from main centre of sofiareally nice gem a short walk from central sofiavery nice apartment with great location
7. Central boutique apartment
This large and central apartment is a great space for people traveling with friends or family as it can sleep up to 8 people. The apartment is close to many family friendly spots as well as few nightclubs and restaurants. The apartment has tons of space for everyone including two terraces where you can hang out and enjoy the views of the city. Most landmarks like Boris Gardens and the National Culture Palace are within walking distance. The kitchen comes fully equipped and the WiFi is free.
Art Central - private room + small common spaceSofia, Sofia City Province, BulgariaAccommodates: 2
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good bathroom with constant hot waterthe couch is comfortable so you can really sleep 6 peopleexcellent apartment with good repair and original designit's a good size room with a double bed with a good mattressit's a cozy place - would definitely recommend the mead thereCleanliness:
very clean and cozyvery clean and spacious apartmenteverything was very cleanthe apartment was clean and spaciousbig clean and comfortableHost:
friendly owner who answered all our questionsvictor was a great hostvictor is a really nice hostvictor himself was very helpful and niceincredibly friendly and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatgood location close to shopping center and metrogood location close by walk to everythingthe location is awesome super cute and cozy environmentlocation is great easy access to the city with only a cheap ride by taxi away from anything
8. A contemporary apartment in the heart of Sofia
As soon as you wake up from the beautiful sleep that you will have from sleeping in a spacious bedroom, head to the colorful kitchen to prepare your favorite breakfast. The most noticeable things about the kitchen are the herringbone tile backsplash and framed graphic art. This apartment comes with two bedrooms, each featuring a king-size bed, that can accommodate six people. Enjoy a quality chat with other guests while sipping on your hot chocolate at the wood table in the center of the room that boasts colorful and sleek touches.
Design Savvy 2BDR Apartment in City CenterSofia, Sofia City Province, BulgariaTop guest reviews
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it has great amenities and is very comfortablethe apartment is very beautiful and just like the photoswe had a very comfortable stay and we would definately stay there again in our next visitwe would definitely recommend this apartment thanks again for a fantastic stay venelinthe apartment looks exactly like the picturesCleanliness:
beautifully decorated and spotlessly cleanvenelin’s apartment was nice clean and fully equippedeverything was very neat and cleanvery clean apartment and good locationthe apartment is very modern and cleanHost:
great apartment and great hostthe host was very kind and easy to communicate withlandlord is really helpful and responds quicklybiris was a great host thank you once againour host venelin responded to messages very promptly and was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location walking distance to everythingexcellent location within walking distance of everything in the centerthe location is ideal in the city center yet in an quite neighborhoodgreat location too very close to the main street and restaurantsa great apartment in a central location
9. A modern apartment with city views
Admire the sweeping city views right from the window of your modern apartment. Sleep comfortably in one of the two bedrooms that can accommodate six people. Come back from an adventure in the city to a quiet and relaxing living room that comes with a comfortable couch and a TV with free access to Netflix. Feel warm in the morning as you cross the parquet floors as when you are making your way to the kitchen for a morning coffee and delicious breakfast.
Sofia Best 180° Views| Two Bedrooms| Top CenterSofia, Sofia City Province, BulgariaTop guest reviews
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beds were comfortable and view was perfectmy room view was amazing :)the kitchen is fully equipped with coffee maker as well there is a smart tmodern apartment with a great view in the center of sofia we had a great stay :)the views are beautiful the apartment is comfortable & interestingCleanliness:
everything was very cleanvery clean and stylish appartmentvery clean and cosythe apartment was clean comfortably furnishedthe place is clean and practicalHost:
venelin was a wonderful host and responded to our questions within minutesvenelin is a great host extremely responsive and politevenelin was very responsive and hospitable as wellvenelin was incredibly friendly and helpful and we really enjoyed staying at his wonderful apartmentour whole experience was great and venelin was very kind and replied extremely fast to all my questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location in the heart of sofiathe location is perfect walking distance to all the main sightsexcellent place and great location thanksperfect location and value over moneythe location was great and the apartment serviced our needs perfectly
European elegance
Sofia is a beautiful city with so many things to see and do that you’ll want to come back to to experience it all. But best of all, the city is incredibly affordable and with these amazing accommodations, you’ll surely want to spend tons of time here.
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