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About the Hotel

100 James Boucher Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1407
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Close to the city center
Great
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The unique 5-star Hotel Marinela Sofia, settled around a 10-minute drive from Kokolandia Adventure Park and in the very heart of a prestigious area, presents 4 lounges among its standout offerings. Featuring a prime location, the luxury hotel includes a large indoor pool and a yoga room, plus guests can visit the zoological garden "Sofia Zoo", which is 2.5 km away.

Location

This Sofia hotel is located nearly 5 minutes on foot from Megami Disco Club and merely 600 metres from South Park. As a plus for business travellers, the perfect Marinela Sofia is 2.7 km from Bulgarian National Bank.

The accommodation stands approximately a 15-minute ride from the medieval Bulgarian orthodox Church of St Petka of the Saddlers, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.

The hotel is a few moments from James Bourchier tube station, providing easy access to all the Sofia's attractions.

Rooms

The Marinela Sofia features 56 rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a minibar fridge. The rooms have carpet floor. Guests can enjoy views of the mountain.

Eat & Drink

Specialising in European cuisine, Panorama Restaurant restaurant also looks over the city. The lobby bar is an inviting place for enjoying refreshing drinks right at the Marinela. You can visit a seafood restaurant situated close by and taste European cuisine.

Leisure & Business

The property provides guests with yoga classes and spinning classes, as well as access to a full spa and a health club. Other activities include downhill skiing, snowboarding, and yoga. A Turkish steam room and a sauna, along with pedicure, manicure, and spa service, are provided to ensure a perfect stay. Business travellers will benefit from a xerox and a work desk available at 13 meeting rooms on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through Vitosha Boulevard for shopping and people-watching.
  • Visit the stunning Alexander Nevsky Cathedral-don't miss the golden domes.
  • Try traditional banitsa at a local bakery for an authentic taste.
  • Explore the unique frescoes at the Boyana Church, a UNESCO site.
  • Check out the Sofia Central Market Hall for local foods and crafts.
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Hotel Marinela Sofia offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Economy Twin Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Heating
Bathtub
Deluxe King Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
Premium King Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard King Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
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Facilities

Hotel Marinela Sofia offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

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

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Casino
  • Night club
  • Entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Back massage
  • Full body massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel Marinela Sofia Location

100 James Boucher Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1407
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100 James Boucher Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1407
Nearby
Night club
Megami
100 ft
Restaurants
Captain Cook
200 ft
Blvd James Bourchier 100 Hotel Marinela
Restaurant Bulgar
200 ft
James Bourchier 100
Candy Club
200 ft
Blvd. James Bourchier 100
Panorama Restaurant
800 ft
100 James Bourchier Boulevard
UMAMI Japanese Food and Garden
600 ft
Blvd James Bourchier 100
Sushi bar Marinela
600 ft
Kempinski Hotel Zografski Sofia 100 James Bourchier Boulevard
Restaurant Tabiet
900 ft
76 James Boucher Bulevard
Green Deli Cafe
1100 ft
32 Cherni Vrah Blvd. Business Park Sofia
Restaurant "Silhouette"
1200 ft
ul.Dragalevska 1
Niagara
1100 ft
ul.Krichim 1
Gurkha
1900 ft
ul.Tsvetna gradina 56 Lozenets distr.
Getting around
City Centre
Sofia34 min  ·  1.7 mi
Airports
Sofia (SOF)19 min  ·  7.5 mi
Train
Sofia Central Bus Station7 min  ·  2.7 mi
Underground
James Bourchier3 min  ·  700 ft
European Union10 min  ·  2700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at BGN 40 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs BGN 39.11 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Russian, Bulgarian
Year renovated:
2008
Number of floors:
21
Number of rooms:
56
Former name
Kempinski Zografski Sofia

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Marinela Sofia from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 358 verified reviews
6.7/10
Nice
59%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.5/10
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.5/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
8.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.8/10
Staff
8.3/10
Value for money
7.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 1470 reviews
8.3/10
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