On our trip to Sofia, Bulgaria, we stayed at the centrally located Hyatt Regency Sofia. We picked the hotel for two reasons – its location and because it is a relatively new hotel. Our stay was perfect from the moment we checked in to the last day and we think you will really enjoy this hotel.
It was hard to believe that this is not a five-star hotel. People who have stayed there really like it – it has a very high rating on Trip Advisor – and it is also an excellent value for what you get. The hotel feels luxurious and offers everything you might need and more. A great choice all around!
Hyatt Regency Sofia hotel facts
The Hyatt Regency Sofia is located at Vasil Levski Square, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1504, right in the center of Sofia. Even though this is a pretty central and busy area of town our suite felt quiet and comfortable.
The hotel offers:
- 183 beautifully decorated rooms and 22 suites with separate living areas
- Rooms and suites also have generous bathrooms with rain showers.
- All rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows for great views of Sofia or the nice and quiet backyard.
- Complimentary water, coffee and tea are available in each room. Our suite also had a small refrigerator that was super nice.
- There is an onsite Italian restaurant, rooftop bar, lobby café and in-room dining.
- Additional amenities include: a 24-hour fitness center located on the mezzanine level, a Spa that offers a hammam, sauna and steam rooms, and a swimming pool.
- Of note is that the electric outlets in each room are at 220 Voltage. If you are visiting from the United States, you will need an adaptor to use the outlets.
- The hotel common areas displayed beautiful art by local artists. ❤️
Checking in/out of the Hyatt Regency Sofia
Check-in at the Hyatt Regency Sofia is 2pm, which is a bit earlier than at other Hyatt hotels, and check-out is 12pm. If you arrive early the hotel will store your bags at a minimum and will also accommodate you if your room is not available. Additionally, if you are a World of Hyatt program member, you can request a late check out. Becoming a World of Hyatt program member is free, and it provides great program loyalty perks – early check-in, late check-out, free breakfast (at the Globalist level) and more. We highly recommend it.
Rooms and Suites
Upon arrival at the Hyatt Regency Sofia, we got upgraded to a suite and we absolutely loved it. ❤️ We had so much space and great views of the Vasil Levski square. If you stay here, you should request a room with a view of the city square. The bedding was of good quality, and we noticed that all sheets and bath linens were Made in Bulgaria. ❤️ Having a coffee machine and mineral water were great bonuses that we really enjoyed. Also, the TVs in our suite were huge (65″) and this was especially valuable when watching sporting events. Our bathroom had double sinks, a walk-in rain shower, bathtub with an additional rain shower, and a separate toilet area. We also had two wardrobes. This all made for an extremely comfortable stay.
Dining options
The Hyatt Regency Sofia offers a number of different dining options:
- The Revolutionary Dining Room and Bar serve Italian food and have great ambiance. Of note is that we did not eat at this restaurant, as we preferred to explore Bulgarian food.
- The Scene rooftop bar is simply spectacular and offers excellent views of the city and the Vitosha mountain. A must see! ❤️
- Mama Sofia café is conveniently located in the hotel lobby. You can order coffee and local pastries.
- If you stay in a Regency Club Room or are a Hyatt Globalist you can enjoy access to the Regency Club Lounge serving complimentary breakfast, tea, coffee, soft drinks, as well as cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the evening.
Overall impressions of the Hyatt Regency Sofia
We had a wonderful stay at the Hyatt Regency Sofia.
- The hotel’s location is great – you can walk to most points of interest. The Saint Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Saint Klement Ohridski University, National Assembly of Bulgaria are less than a 15-minute walk from the hotel.
- Public transportation (trams, buses, metro) is also available very close by, providing easy access to the rest of the city.
- The hotel feels very quiet and luxurious from the moment you step inside.
- The rooms and suites are beautifully decorated, very comfortable and spacious.
- We absolutely loved the Bulgarian art displayed in the public areas.
- The staff was very welcoming and ready to accommodate any requests you might have.
In closing, we highly recommend the Hyatt Regency Sofia for your stay while visiting Sofia. We look forward to returning and re-experiencing all that it has to offer.
[All pictures taken by the Styled Traveler]
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