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Hostels in Sofia

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Most booked hostels in Sofia and surrounding area in the past month

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Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,654 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 803 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 749 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,219 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,255 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,875 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sofia

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,425 reviews

Save money on hostels in Sofia and nearby – budget options available

Orient Express Guest House

Sofia
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Fair - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as barbecue facilities, Orient Express Guest House is located in the center of Sofia, a 9-minute walk from Council of Ministers Building.

From $44.63 per night

The Green Bar House

Sofia
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

Attractively located in Sofia, The Green Bar House has air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski, Sofia University St.

From $68.44 per night

Key Hostel Vitosha

Sofia
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Located conveniently in the Centrum district of Sofia, Key Hostel Vitosha is located a 10-minute walk from NDK, half a mile from Archaeological Museum and a 11-minute walk from Presidency.

From $60.52 per night

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Sofia and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews

Located 0.9 mi from the Central Railway Station in Sofia, Elegance on a Budget offers affordable accommodations in the heart of the city.

From $29.46 per night

Hostel Alex 1

Sofia
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

Located in Sofia, within a 5-minute walk of Sofia Central Railway Station and 0.9 miles of Banya Bashi Mosque, Hostel Alex 1 has accommodations with a garden and a terrace, and free WiFi throughout...

From $41.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

2.1 miles from Sopharma Business Towers, Hostel 29 is located in Sofia and has free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

From $41.66 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Sofia

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,219 reviews
One of the best hostels I have been to. Clean kitchen and rooms, always smiling and very helpful staff. Just in a walk distance from railway/bus station, near the hostel there is two shops where you can buy food and cook in the hostels kitchen. There is a cheap laundry room. If I come once to Sofia again, I will just stay there! Recommending this place absolutely!
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bartekkrak
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,219 reviews
Great location, close to centre and to bus station. Really safe feeling, modern facilities and cheap price. Perfect
Guest review by
simonescn
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $41.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,875 reviews
This is a very old school hostel. As an old school backpacker I don’t mind the style but don’t expect any modern installations you would get in Western Europe and American hostels. If you’re okay with that, it’s a great place to meet new people and it has a great location to explore the city. I stayed in a bedroom in an apartment they have next door which was great for me since it was quieter and I could work from there without noise.
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Alberto
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $44.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
Fair - What previous guests thought, 799 reviews
This propert has two things going for it. Firstly it is located right in the centre of Sofia very close to Serdika metro. Secondly it is very cheap (but be warned that you get what you pay for). It might suit backpackers on a very tight budget where cost is the main priority.
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Nigel
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,219 reviews
One of the best hostels I have stayed so far! It is well equipped, gives you a decent amount of privacy and super clean. The bed, the pillow and the duvet are comfortable, and the hostel in general is very quiet so you can really rest. While some people prefer "party hostels", I am an introvert and I really do appreciate hostels like this. So if you are like me, you will love Green Cube hostel. The vending machine at the reception is also a GREAT IDEA! It had a very good and cheap coffee.
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Katalin
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,219 reviews
I loved this hostel, very new as only opened recently, completely worth the price and the best hostel in the area. It offers low bed numbers in the rooms meaning less noise, curtains for privacy, kitchen and common areas and some very friendly staff happy to give the extra effort and care to the people staying at this hostel. If you would like to come to Sofia and stay on a budget this is the place to be!
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Matthew
Solo traveler