Holiday Inn Sofia - Sofia

Sofia’s newest 5-star hotel and winner of the InterContinental Hotels Group's "Best Newcomer Award" in 2008, the Holiday Inn Sofia welcomes you in an unrivalled stylish ambience. It offers the highest standards in international contemporary design, comfort and services along with unparalleled facilities in one of Eastern Europe’s most vivacious, dynamic and charismatic cities. The Holiday Inn Sofia offers a range of beautifully furnished, extremely comfortable bedrooms, including Executive Rooms and Suites, many with breathtaking views of the imposing Vitosha mountain range. The hotel’s extensive conference and banqueting facilities are unrivalled in Sofia as is the Esprit Fitness & Spa centre and the gourmet cuisine offered in various dining places. The hotel is conveniently located in close proximity to the city centre and Sofia International Airport, and is adjacent to the Business Park Sofia, making the Holiday Inn Sofia the ideal choice for both business and leisure.

Services: Free shuttle bus to the city centre. Recreation: Our Esprit Fitness & Spa facilities are the finest in the city, with a 19-metre indoor pool, a gym with the latest Technogym equipment, an aerobics studio, an indoor Jacuzzi and outdoor whirlpool, a sauna, a steam bath and a solarium. The Esprit Spa also offers a full range of treatment rooms and a hairdressing salon. The massages with chocolate, honey and hot stones will give you a sense of beauty, harmony and self-confidence. Our professionally trained staff will be available to help you make the most of your visit to Esprit, whether for an energetic workout or leisurely pamper fest. Meeting facilities: Interweaving highly personalised service with tomorrow’s technology, the conference and banqueting facilities offer highly flexible solutions for between 10 and 300 people in 9 state-of-the-art meeting rooms, alongside a fully equipped business centre. All conference rooms benefit from natural daylight, and several enjoy views of the Vitosha Mountains. Technical equipment is also available and provided upon request in accordance with guest’s needs and requirements. Day delegate rates start include 3 servings of tea/coffee, a 3-course luncheon, meeting room hire, conference stationery, meeting survival kit, flip chart, OHP and Screen. Prices on request. Alternatively, a 24-hour delegate rate which incorporates the day delegate services, plus a 3-course dinner, overnight accommodation in a double room for single occupancy and a full breakfast buffet, is available as well. Prices on request.

Holiday Inn Sofia is located in the Sofa Business Park, just a minute's walk from a popular cinema and retail complex. Away from the hectic bustle of the city centre, you'll still be within reach of its attractions. Nearby attractions include: Dragalevski Monastery (5 km) - established in the 14th century, monastery is situated at the foot of Vitosha mountain, close to Sofia’s Dragalevtsi neighborhood, in a picturesque beech-tree lined site. Vitosha Mountain and Nature Reserve (7 km) - this beautiful mountain contains numerous hiking and climbing opportunities, as well as being home to the oldest nature reserve in the Balkans. Pancharevo Lake Recreation Park (10 km) - 5 km long and 1 km wide, the lake offers plenty of opportunities for sports and recreation activities. Nearby hot mineral springs are a popular attraction. Aleko Ski Centre (10 km) - Bulgaria's highest ski resort, a full 1.8 km above sea level.

By Car 9 km from Sofia: - Head for Orlov Most, Eagles' Bridge Square, in the heart of the city. - Travel south-east along Tsarigradsko Shosse Boulevard for approximately 5 km. - Turn right at the Mladost exit. - Proceed along Alexandar Malinov Boulevard until you reach the Holiday Inn Sofia. Taxis are available for EUR 5 from Sofia international airport 6 km from our hotel. The journey will take approximately 5 to 10 minutes. A taxi from Sofia central railway station 11 km from our hotel will cost approximately EUR 5. There is also a free downtown evening shuttle bus service available for a minimum of 3 guests.

The Holiday Inn Sofia provides a variety of dining experiences. For an inventive twist on classic international dishes in an informal atmosphere, try our Brasserie with Terrace which is open daily from 06:30 to 22:00. For those desiring a more formal atmosphere, the InCanto Restaurant offers the very finest Mediterranean and Italian cuisine along with a varied and eclectic wine list. The Chi Bar, numerous lounges and the library are the perfect venue for holding impromptu business meetings or just relaxing over an espresso or cocktail while mulling over the day’s events. The Chi Bar provides a wide selection of light snacks throughout the day.