Sheraton Sofia Hotel Balkan

Frommer's Review

Housed in the Presidency, which is one of Sofia's landmarks dating from 1886, this is the only hotel in Sofia with a real sense of history. Shadowing the 4th-century Rotunda, and sandwiched between the Presidential Palace and the central square that feeds into Vitosha (the city's best-known shopping street), the Sheraton is also in the heart of things, perhaps too much so, given that it also overlooks the traffic-choked and alienating intersection between Tsar Osvoboditel and Maria Luiza. The rooms and suites are undeniably elegant, with decor in keeping with the historic nature of the building. Only the rooms on the first floor, with their wonderfully high ceilings, give any real indication of the grand proportions of the building, though rooms on the fifth floor have the best views. The Sheraton is pricey, however, and its position as the first choice among well-heeled visitors is slowly being eroded by better-value competitors who know how much guests appreciate such perks as including breakfast with the daily rate.

Facilities:
2 restaurants; cafe; bar; fitness center; concierge; business center; salon; 24-hr. room service; butler service; executive lounge; laundry; dry cleaning; free airport pickup

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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