Boutique hotels in Sofia

Sofia is a green, low-key capital at the foot of Vitosha mountain, with the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Roman ruins in the metro and a Tuesday-to-Sunday cafe culture. Its small hotels are scattered around the center.

Where to stay

Juno Sofia is a Design Hotels member in the center with a Scandinavian-style interior. Hotel 36 is a minimalist option near Vitosha Boulevard, some rooms with wrought-iron balconies, and a cafe downstairs. Art'Otel gives each room its own artistic theme. Oborishte 63 (The Art Boutique Hotel by Sandglass) is a nine-room property in the Oborishte neighborhood from about 292 dollars a night. Les Fleurs Boutique Hotel is rated 9.0 from 589 reviews on Expedia, and Arte Hotel is a three-star art hotel with works by Bulgarian artists, from about 64 dollars. Sense Hotel Sofia is a Design Hotels member.

Good to know

Vitosha is a 30-minute ride. Sofia is a good first or last stop.