Grand Hotel Sofia

1, Gurko Str., Sofia, Bulgaria, 1000
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About us

Grand Hotel Sofia is a deluxe business 5- star hotel that has been the natural home for many international travelers. Its imposing facade of marble, glass and granite hides one of the most luxuriously appointed hotels in Sofia. Its unique central location, next to all government institutions and major touristic sights makes it an ideal choice when staying in Sofia both for business and leisure. The hotel offers 105 unique oversized rooms of over 50 sq.m. and 17 oversized suites, all elegantly appointed and offering 5-star level of luxury, style and comfort. The convention center features 6 meeting rooms, free access to Wi-Fi high-speed Internet, outdoor terrace for events and business center on spot. Shades of Red restaurant offers superb international cuisine and great local specialties a-la-carte in a classical setting, complemented by a magnificent outdoor terrace. A splendid buffet is served for breakfast. Grand Café has an open-air terrace and is the ideal place to enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee, a drink, or the delights of an extensive pastry menu. Along with its lush green plants and elegant décor, the terrace is a magnificent setting for relaxing or enjoying afternoon coffee and watching the world go by. The following extra services are available: 24 hrs room service, 24 hrs lobby bar, laundry and dry cleaning, 24 hrs airport shuttle on request, gym and health center and hairstyle studio.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built2004
Renovated2020
Total meeting space16,630 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms122
Venue typeHotel

Awards

Industry awards
Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2018

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (urban)

Facilities

  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
16,630 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,336.8 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
12
Second largest room
914.9 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
200 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Sofia
3,336.8 sq. ft.
44.3 x 75.5 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
200
70
190
200
180
85
80
75
Triaditza 1+2
|
2,852.4 sq. ft.
76.1 x 27.2 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
140
70
140
140
140
80
75
60
Triaditza 2
|
1,937.5 sq. ft.
39.4 x 49.2 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
100
36
70
100
80
48
40
-
Triaditza 1
914.9 sq. ft.
33.5 x 27.2 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
70
25
40
70
70
35
30
-
Serdica
516.7 sq. ft.
16.4 x 31.5 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
40
24
30
40
40
30
30
24
Sredetz
269.1 sq. ft.
16.4 x 16.4 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
20
15
12
-
20
12
18
8
Executive lounge
269.1 sq. ft.
16.4 x 16.4 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
20
15
12
-
20
12
18
8
Terrace Triaditza
1,485.4 sq. ft.
54.8 x 26.2 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
80
27
60
80
50
30
30
30
Garden Grand Hotel Sofia
3,229.2 sq. ft.
34.4 x 90.2 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
300
-
130
300
50
--
75

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
122
Tax rate
9%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 6.21 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( €20.00/day )
Valet parking
( €20.00/day )
Street parking

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The Largo

The Largo

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The Largo is an architectural complex in the center of the city, consisting ot three edifeces, built in Socialism style. The construction began in the 1950s in an area heavily damaged by bombs during WWII. The ruins of the ancient Thracian and Roman city called Serdika are presented in the underpass between the Presidency and the Council of Ministers buildings. The eastern gate of the fortress had been renovated and exposed within the period 1997 - 1999.
Ivan Vazov National Theater

Ivan Vazov National Theater

Theater
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Built in 1907 by the Austrian architects Helmer & Felner, the National Theatre is one of the most ornate buildings in Sofia. The 40 metre high façade, is fronted by a large pediment, supported on six white marble columns, depicting Apollo and the muses. The twin towers that rise up behind are crowned with sculptures of the goddess Nike.The interior was destroyed by fire in 1923, and restored again six years later.
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Sofia, BG 1000
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National Gallery - Square 500

National Gallery - Square 500

Museum
10 mins
“Square 500” (KVADRAT 500), Bulgaria’s new national gallery was officially opened on 28th of May. The gallery complex is located near the monument to Vassil Levski in the capital city Sofia and behind “St. Alexander Nevsky”cathedral It has a collection of over 42,000 art works from the National Art Gallery and the National Gallery for Foreign Art. The exhibition presents about 2,000 art works, half of which are by Bulgarian artists and the other come from Europe, Asia, Africa, and America.
1, “19 february” str
Sofia 1000
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Sofia History Museum

Sofia History Museum

Museum
10 mins
opened its permanent exhibition on 17th September 2015 officially. It is located in 1 Banski Sq (the former building of the Central Mineral Baths). The permanent exhibition can be seen in 8 different rooms which covered the period between 6th millennium BC up to 1940s.
1, Banski Sq
Sofia, BG 1000
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Vitosha Blvd District

Vitosha Blvd District

Recreation
5 mins
Vitosha Boulevard is the main commercial street in the centre of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, which is abundant in posh stores, restaurants and bars. It extends from the St Nedelya Square to the Southern Park. This is the place to stroll along with family or friends on a sunny afternoon, enjoy a coffee, ice cream or drink, watch buskers and street artists and generally watch the world go by.
National Palace of Culture

National Palace of Culture

Convention center
10 mins
Built in 1981 in celebration of Bulgaria’s 1300 anniversary from its establishment, the National Palace of Culture serves as a centre for exhibitions, concerts and conferences and is another major landmark in Sofia. The square in front of the building has long lanes with fountains which offer fantastic opportunities for composition. The horizon is open to the west offering opportunities for sunset and blue hour photography.
1, Bulgaria sqr.
Sofia, BG 1463
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Museum of Socialist Art

Museum of Socialist Art

Museum
7 kms
The Museum of socialist art is one of the newest museums in Sofia, built on the initiative of the Ministry of Culture and opened on September 19, 2011. It is an affiliate of the National Art Gallery and collects, preserves and exhibits examples of art from the period 1944 - 1989 in Bulgaria, known as the "era of socialism."
7, Lachezar Stanchev str.
Sofia, BG
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Diversity and Inclusion

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Health and Safety

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