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Generaator Sofia Hotel

3.0 star property
Sofia guesthouse in city center

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Front of property
Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Reception
Classic Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Terrace | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Minibar
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The price is $36
includes taxes & fees
$32 per night
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2025

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Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Small Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
83, Knyaginya Maria Luiza Boulevard, Centrum, Sofia, Sofia Capital Municipality, 1202

What's nearby

  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ivan Vazov National Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • National Palace of Culture - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 20 min drive
  • Sofia Sever Station - 8 min drive
  • Sofia Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Lavov Most Station - 2 min walk
  • Central Bus Station - Sofia - 9 min walk
  • Serdika Station - 10 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 1920 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Шаурма Алгафари (Shaurma Algafari) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Miral Foods - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Хаджидрагановите къщи (Hadjidraganov's Houses) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge Bar and Dinner - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Generaator Sofia Hotel

Located in the entertainment district, Generaator Sofia Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Sofia. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Lavov Most Station is 2 minutes and Central Bus Station - Sofia is 9 minutes.

Languages

Bulgarian, English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 0.2 percent for credit card payments
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (BGN 15 per day)
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to midnight*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skiing nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Weekly housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: BGN 100.0 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: BGN 0.80 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately BGN 18 for adults and BGN 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of BGN 98 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 7:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 0.2 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for BGN 30 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds

Parking

  • Self parking costs BGN 15 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Generaator Hotel
Generaator Sofia
Generaator Sofia Hotel Sofia
Generaator Sofia Hotel Guesthouse
Generaator Sofia Hotel Guesthouse Sofia

Frequently asked questions

Does Generaator Sofia Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Generaator Sofia Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Generaator Sofia Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Generaator Sofia Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs BGN 15 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Generaator Sofia Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7:00 AM to midnight on request. The charge is BGN 98 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Generaator Sofia Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Generaator Sofia Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing. Generaator Sofia Hotel also has a garden.
What's the area around Generaator Sofia Hotel like?
Generaator Sofia Hotel is in Sofia City Center, a short 2-minute walk from Lavov Most Station and 7 minutes' walk from Central Sofia Market Hall.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and extremely clean
Beautiful clean and the staff are very friendly highly recommend if your travelling to Sofia to stay here. Location is amazing extremely clean and the most beautiful rooms
David, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Matelas de mousse mémoire...
André, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

For the price I expect basic. I did not expect a foul smell on the bathroom, and no staff to notify given reception hours are only 10-6. I did not expect no shower gel. Oddly a kettle was provided and mugs but no spoons. Considerations: no shower gel, no tea and coffee. Loud street noise and my room also backed onto a courtyard which has loud noise from people and also the way the rain hit the surfaces was very loud so that woke me up too.
Victoria, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

When evaluating accommodation, I consider the following criteria for a final score of 10. 1. Location: Proximity to attractions, transportation, and amenities. 2. Cleanliness: Overall hygiene and maintenance of the space. 3. Comfort: Quality of beds, furniture, and general comfort. 4. Facilities: Availability and condition of amenities such as Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and kitchen appliances. 5. Safety and Security: Measures in place to ensure guest safety, such as secure locks and well-lit areas. 6. Customer Service: Responsiveness and helpfulness of the staff. 7. Value for Money: Comparison of the cost against the quality and features provided. 8. Noise Levels: Assessment of how quiet or noisy the accommodation is. 9. Accessibility: Ease of access for guests with disabilities or mobility issues. 10. Aesthetic Appeal: Visual appeal and ambiance of the accommodation. I would score this accommodation as an 8/10 with points lost of the following: Comfort - 0.5 - the bed was not the most comfortable. Facilities - 0.5 - more appliances are always practical. Accessibility - 0.5 - not wheelchair or stroller accessible Aesthetic appeal - 0.5 - it's not the most aesthetically pleasing place. Every other point got the maximum score.
Shane, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant and budget friendly. Would recommend
Dusan, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

G, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Maria Mercede, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff excellent location it's the perfect place to stay in Sofia
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good choice
Had to stay somewhere, as the plane was late. This was a good choice. They provide access code for late arrivals. All convenient and secure.
Tzveta, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
A really nice stay here! The accommodation is beautifully designed and laid out in a central location. The lady checking us in was super friendly and we had a great stay. Thank you
Robin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Vencislav, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved It
Dallas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I needed to make a reservation for one night at very short notice and ended up staying at the Generaator. It turned out to be a lucky find. The immediate surroundings of the hotel were not great, but once inside everything was fresh and bright.The room was very clean and seemed to have been redecorated fairly recently. One of the other things I appreciated was the shower having a proper little wall at the base to prevent water from filling the rest of the bathroom. I found the bed comfortable as I prefer a firm matress. It was also great to have a smart TV that allowed me to watch one of the 24 hour news channels on YouTube. I would also like to thank the very helpful and welcoming member of staff who dealt with me and allowed me to check in earlier and helped me with a note to explain I needed to change a ticket. Personally I think this would be a particularly good place to stay if you had a flight, train or bus the next day. It is close enough to the main station and central bus station and right next to a convenient metro stop. Equally, it would also provide a convenient base in the centre of Sofia for a longer visit.
Michael, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Wrong images of the room, spiders, stains on bed
There were so many problems with this room. 1. First of all, the bed sheet was not clean, there were some stains. 2. There were spiders in the room 3. The window blind was on the floor. 4. During the stay, there were no people at the desk, so we couldn't even complain. 5. During checkout, there was a woman, who barely spoke English, so she didn't answer our questions. 6. Photos of the room are done for another room. For example, there was no window at all in our bedroom, even though there is a window in the bedroom on the photos. 7. There is an unfair price for a late (after 00:00) check-in. I mean, we paid for the whole night, but then were asked to pay 20BGN (~10 euro) on top of it. There was nobody to help us checking during the night, it was a key box, so I don't understand why there is such a fee. 8. There is a bad smell when you go to your room. 9. The location of this place is really good, though there are some hostels around and the streets are dirty.
AYAZ, 4-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

You get charged for checking-in after midnight - the first time I was charged of this ever! They made the check-in instruction seem complicated but it's straightforward. You get to hear your neighbours and even the steps from the next room. The toilet light do not have a very smart motion sensor as it keeps turning off when you're sitting or even bending. There was even spider in the room. They will not clean your room until you tell them to. Location is pretty good though. I have to say that this is one of the worst hotels I've stayed in Europe.
3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Bad stay
I am a professional traveller, I always read hotels.com reviews and choose my hotel. O did the same thing this time, but it was not a hotel. It is a hostel in not very good condition. The bathroom is very small. The rooms are not clean. I do not recommend l.
Rozira, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

STEPHEN, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Exactly what you’re expecting. Comfort and value.
An simple, yet comfortable hotel. Great value for money. Clean, quiet and spacious rooms.
Robert, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Pleasant place, well-designed room, quiet, in a central and convenient if slightly crappy area. Nice staff, and beautiful calico house street cat!
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff
Very handy location, good value, and the hotel setup is minimalist and nice. The staff was excellent - very attentive and kind.
Emil, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

For a budget hotel I was very pleased with the Generaator. The rooms were very clean. The bed was quite comfortable. It was located about a 10 minute walk straight down the street to the main tourist area. It is very close to bus and metro stops. There were two grocery stores within a 5 minute walk. It’s very close to the Women’s Market (kind of a farmers market). My room was in the back building and it was very quiet. There is a money exchange right next door as well as a pizza shop. Probably the most surprising thing about the Generaator was how good the air conditioning was. It was perhaps the best AC I’ve ever experienced in a European hotel. When I was in Sofia the temps were in the low 90’s and you have no idea how nice it was to come back to a nice cool room. Negatives- a lot of the lights on the property run on motion detectors, including the light in the bathroom. So when you are sitting on the toilet the light keeps turning off. Because there is a bus/train stop right in front of the hotel there are usually a number of people out in front of it. The main desk is only attended 10-7. If I was coming back to Sofia, I would definitely consider staying at the Generaator again.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Noe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 3-night trip with friends
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