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Generaator Sofia Hotel

3.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
83, Knyaginya Maria Luiza Boulevard, Centrum, Sofia, Sofia Capital Municipality, 1202
  • Central Sofia Market Hall
    7 min walk
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths
    7 min walk
  • Vitoshka Boulevard
    12 min walk
  • Sofia (SOF)
    20 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Small Double or Twin Room

Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Small Double or Twin Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Terrace

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Classic Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Terrace

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Sofia

A stay at Generaator Sofia Hotel places you in the heart of Sofia, within a 10-minute walk of Yellow Pavement and Banya Basha Mosque. .This guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Sofia Central Mineral Baths and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Regional History Museum Of Sofia.
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What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Lavov Most Station - 2 min walk
  • Sofia Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 20 min drive

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

Sofia guesthouse in Sofia City Center
Generaator Sofia Hotel offers 11 accommodations with minibars and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided weekly.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Local cuisine breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10 AM.

Languages

Bulgarian, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (BGN 15 per day)
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to midnight
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–10 AM: BGN 18 for adults and BGN 10 for children

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Lockers available

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for BGN 30 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: BGN 100.0 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: BGN 0.80 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately BGN 18 for adults and BGN 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: BGN 98 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Self parking fee: BGN 15 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: BGN 30 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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

Generaator Sofia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 231 reviews" "

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

4/10 Poor

Victoria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shane

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dusan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and budget friendly. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

G

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Mercede

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff excellent location it's the perfect place to stay in Sofia
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tzveta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vencislav

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Loved It
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

AYAZ

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Rozira

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exactly what you’re expecting. Comfort and value.
An simple, yet comfortable hotel. Great value for money. Clean, quiet and spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant place, well-designed room, quiet, in a central and convenient if slightly crappy area. Nice staff, and beautiful calico house street cat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff
Very handy location, good value, and the hotel setup is minimalist and nice. The staff was excellent - very attentive and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stephen Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.

8/10 Good

Noe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I needed a place to stay for a night near the bus/train station and this was perfect! Helpful staff, easy check-in, safe and quiet. The room was very clean and very comfortable. I wish I could have stayed longer!

10/10 Excellent

jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krisztina Regina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is in an excellent location, close to city centre and Serdika. Our room was exceptional, clean and newly decorated. We will come back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023