Sofia
Bulgaria · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Sofia, Bulgaria range from $10 to $35/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 16 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 8, Sep 4, Sep 6.
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Hostel prices in Sofia, Bulgaria
A typical dorm night in Sofia runs about $11.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $10/night) and August the most expensive (from $11/night).
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Hostels we track in Sofia
- Hostel Mostel 8.9 · 11,482 reviews
- Hostel N1 in Sofia - Stay & Play by the Rules 9.1 · 1,418 reviews
- Bla Bla Hostel 8.3 · 500 reviews
- Hello Sofia 6.8 · 236 reviews
- Key Hostel Serdika 6.4 · 193 reviews
- Guest House 32 8.7 · 170 reviews
- 10 Coins Hostel & Tours 9.1 · 117 reviews
- Green Cube Hostel 7.1 · 114 reviews
- GuestHouse Center Sofia 5.1 · 38 reviews
- Ivory Tower Hostel 2.0 · 10 reviews
- Panorama Rooms 10.0 · 8 reviews
- The Green Bar House 7.1 · 8 reviews
Local knowledge for Sofia
Where to stay
Most budget hostels cluster in the city center within walking distance of Vitosha Boulevard and Serdika metro station, which puts you close to food, nightlife, and the main sights without a long commute. A handful of cheaper options sit further north toward the Oborishte area, though the center is hard to beat for convenience.
Getting around
- The Sofia Metro costs 1.60 BGN per ride and Line M4 runs directly from Terminal 2 of Sofia Airport into the city center. Skip the taxi queue at arrivals and take the metro instead.
- Zhenski Pazar, the open-air market near Lion's Bridge north of the center, sells cheap local produce, cheese, and street food. A meal put together there costs a fraction of anything along Graf Ignatiev Street.
- Many Bulgarian state museums offer free admission on the first Sunday of the month. Check the schedule before you arrive and you can cover several major collections without spending anything.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest from November through February, outside of Christmas week. Beds fill up quickly in July and August when summer travel across Europe peaks.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Sofia cost per night?
Dorm beds in Sofia currently range from $10 to $35/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Sofia?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Sofia are July 8, September 4, September 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Sofia?
HostelHawk currently tracks 16 hostels in Sofia, Bulgaria.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Sofia?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Sofia, with dorm beds from $10/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Sofia?
Most budget hostels cluster in the city center within walking distance of Vitosha Boulevard and Serdika metro station, which puts you close to food, nightlife, and the main sights without a long commute. A handful of cheaper options sit further north toward the Oborishte area, though the center is hard to beat for convenience.
What is the best time of year to visit Sofia?
Hostels are cheapest from November through February, outside of Christmas week. Beds fill up quickly in July and August when summer travel across Europe peaks.