Welcome to Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel – Sofia

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About the Hotel

14 Shipka Street, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1000

Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel is a 4-star hotel located in downtown Sofia, next to the famous Doctor's Garden, Sofia's National Library, the University of Sofia, and the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.

Elegant Room Options

The comfortable standard rooms feature queen-size or king-size beds with high quality linens, fluffy pillows and luxurious duvets. Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel offers functional living spaces with writing desks, comfortable chairs, and unique views of the Doctor's Garden that provide a leisurely feel.

Refined Dining Experience

Delicious food, fine wines and excellent service await connoisseurs at La Branche, the newly renovated restaurant at Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel. The stylish restaurant serves classical gourmet dishes with a Mediterranean touch, while the elegantly furnished lobby bar charms with its aristocratic atmosphere.

Complete Wellness Facilities

The wellness club is equipped with a relax zone including sauna, steam bath, Jacuzzi and gym. The Crystal Palace Wellness Club offers a wide range of body and facial treatments with relaxing full body massages using hot aroma natural oils.

Central City Location

Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel is merely 400 metres from Orlov most and 2.5 km from Sofia Central Bus Station. The hotel's central position provides easy access to cultural sights and main institutions.

Historic Boutique Character

At the core of the hotel is preserved not only the original facade, but also the history and energy of this symbolic place for the capital. The interior features a unique bourgeois-bohemian spirit that made it a cultural center and favorite place of Bulgarian intellectuals and elite.

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2 persons
28 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
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2 persons
30 m² 
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1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
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30 m² 
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Sofia 1.0 km
Airports
Sofia (SOF) 7.2 km
Train
Sofia Central Bus Station 2.2 km
Underground
Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”300 m

Facilities

Boutique hotels design their amenities with your relaxation and unique travel experiences in mind

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Spa lounge
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

14 Shipka Street, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1000
Map view
14 Shipka Street, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1000
Nearby
Park
Borisova gradina
470 m
Bridge
Eagle Bridge
470 m
Stadium
Vasil Levski National Stadium
470 m
Park
Doctor's Garden
470 m
Boulevard Tsarigradsko Shose
Lake Ariana
470 m
1000 Sofia Center
Monument to the Deity All-Holy Sofia
470 m
Restaurants
The Restaurant at Crystal Palace
90 m
Shipka Street 14 Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel
Club of the Architects
120 m
ul.Krakra 11
Mwah
210 m
ulitsa Sheynovo 2
Tom's Place
210 m
Sheynovo 2
Parkbar
150 m
ul.Shipka 26
Mediterraneo
300 m
9B
Crazy Diamond
230 m
9А ul. "Oborishte"
Restaurant Shtastliveca
380 m
ul.San Stefano 22 San Stefano Plaza
Rainbow Factory 2
300 m
13B Sheynovo Street
Cakey Bakey
200 m
5 Shipka Str

Reviews and Ratings

Real comments from travelers who have already stayed
76%
said they enjoyed their stay and plan to return.
Quiet atmosphere
Great dining options nearby
Inconsistent service
Room for improvement in dining
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
7.8
Location
8.0
Service
6.5
Dining
7.0
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 5 reviews
9.0
9.0/10 based on 577 reviews
R.
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was quite comfortable overall. The rooms were somewhat comfortable, and the food was delicious. However, the temperature in the room was too hot at times. Despite the previous management responses on coffee and tea making, my experience was positive in that regard.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were somewhat comfortable.
Service
7.0
The service was polite, although a bit unwelcoming at times.
Location
9.0
The location is great, exactly opposite a big park, offering a calm and convenient area with amenities around.
Dining
8.0
The buffet had a lot of choices and was very good.
Facilities
6.0
The dining options were unfortunately very modest and repetitive.
Alison
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.0/10

I found the hotel to be a mixed experience. The rooms were spacious and clean but unfortunately stuffy due to poor ventilation and ineffective heating or AC. On the bright side, they were comfortable overall, and the coffee and tea making amenities were a nice touch. The service was a hit or miss- sometimes incompetent and slow, but other times very polite and helpful. The location was fairly residential, making it peaceful to explore the city, although I wished it was closer to the main attractions. The dining options were decent but could use more variety. Despite some downsides, the hotel had its charm and offered a pleasant stay.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable.
Service
6.0
The service had its ups and downs, ranging from incompetent to very professional.
Location
7.0
The hotel is situated in a fairly residential area, making it peaceful to explore the city.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, with sufficient choices but lacking some excitement.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.
Marcus
United States, September  2023
7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the bright side, the rooms were spacious and super quiet, with a large and very clean environment. However, there were some issues with service and an inconsistent dining experience. The location, though not central, provides access to great restaurants and bars. Overall, a decent stay but with room for improvement.

Rooms
8.0
The room was rather large, quiet, and very clean.
Service
6.0
While some staff were helpful, professional, and very kind, there were instances of staff entering my room without knocking and some misunderstandings. Mixed bag.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location in the embassy district offers good access to great dining options. It's not right in the center but provides a quieter stay.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was a mix, ranging from excellent buffet options to areas that must be improved. Fortunately, the variety and quality were noticeable.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, providing what was needed, with opportunities for improvement.
Quiet atmosphere
Inconsistent service
David
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.4/10

The hotel is situated in a quiet, green area in the center of Sofia, offering a comfortable and very clean stay. The staff is friendly and helpful, though service can be lacking at times. The dining experience is fine but could use some improvements. Despite missing balconies on lower floors, the rather large rooms provide a cozy environment. The location is excellent for exploring the beautiful center of Sofia.

Rooms
8.0
The rather large rooms don't have balconies on lower floors but offer a cozy and comfortable stay.
Service
7.0
The staff is friendly and good overall, but service ethic can be lacking at times.
Location
9.0
Nestled in a quiet, green area in the heart of Sofia, the location is excellent for exploring the beautiful city.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience is fine but could be enhanced to offer a more memorable culinary experience.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are adequate but could use some upgrades to enhance the overall guest experience.
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