InterContinental Sofia is a luxury hotel located in the heart of the city, offering stunning views and top-notch amenities. This hotel has been well received by guests for its exceptional service, quality accommodations, and prime location. It serves as an ideal choice for travelers seeking a blend of comfort, elegance, and convenience during their stay.
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70 out of 100
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InterContinental Sofia, an IHG Hotel
9.1
(2,256 ratings)
Sofia, Bulgaria -
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210 m Alexander Nevski Cathedral
210 m Sofia University
350 m Bulgarian Parliament
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
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Breakfast
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- Exceptional Service: The staff's attention to detail and personalized service have been consistently praised.
- Prime Location: Situated in a central spot, it provides easy access to local attractions and dining options.
- Luxurious Accommodations: Guests have lauded the comfortable and well-appointed rooms.
- Stunning Views: The hotel offers breathtaking views of the city from various vantage points.
- High-Quality Dining: The on-site restaurants are noted for their delicious cuisine and varied menu options.
Area for improvement
- Pricey: Some guests feel that the cost of a stay is on the higher side, especially when considering additional amenities.
- Parking Challenges: Limited parking space can make it difficult for guests with vehicles.
- Occasional Noise: Due to its central location, noise from the surroundings can sometimes be an issue.
- Room Availability: High demand can lead to difficulties in securing preferred room types during peak seasons.
- Sporadic Wi-Fi: There have been reports of inconsistent Wi-Fi connectivity in some areas of the hotel.
Amenities
Extra beds/cribs
Breakfast available
Spa
Free WiFi
Parking available
Gym
Laundry
Air conditioning
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9.1RateScore
Total 2,256 Reviews
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1,769 Reviews
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expedia
487 Reviews
9.4 / 10
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Location was mentioned 206 times
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PJ G11 months ago
5/5
Great staff, super location and very clean. Food is excellent as is the breakfast buffet (do not select the scrambled eggs, but order from waiter your choice of eggs. Try to avoid also the omelet. I will stay again here when back in Sofia.
NotApplcable7 months ago
Very enjoyable stay at the Intercontinental Sofia. Everything went very smoothly. Location is second to none. I would recommend this hotel.
Hotel Quality
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General Info
Total number of rooms 194
Number of floors 7
Number of buildings/towers 2
Year Built 1969
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
6Download
106Upload
83Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Daytime safety
83 out of 100
Very Safe
Nighttime safety
56 out of 100
Risky
Sofia safety index
70
Overall Safety Index
Safe
An average rating of the six safety categories
70 out of 100
Women safety
Safe
Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.
64
Physical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.
83
Property safety
Risky
Likelihood of theft.
44
Political safety
Safe
Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.
77
LGBTQ safety
Risky
Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.
50
Medical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.
100
41
Overall Crime index
Moderate
An average rating of the crime categories
41 out of 100
Property crime severity
Moderate
49
Mugging or robbery 31/100
Car theft 40/100
Car break-ins 47/100
Home break-ins 42/100
Violent crime severity
Low
29
Physical attacks 33/100
Racism or religion motivated attacks 30/100
Other crime severity
Low
40
Insult or harassment in public 35/100
Corruption or bribery 83/100
Drug problem 44/100
Prices Around Property
Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.5 - $1
Coffee
$1 - $3.1
Beer 0.5L
$0.6 - $1.3
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$5.1 - $15.3
Public transport, one-way ticket
$0.8 - $1
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$0.6 - $1
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$25.6 - $61.4
Bottle of mid-range wine
$3.8 - $10.2
McMeal at McDonalds
$7 - $9.2
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$1 - $2
Public transport, monthly pass
$25.6 - $35.8
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.3 - $1.5
Mobile phone monthly plan
$12.3 - $23
Fitness club, monthly fee
$23 - $46
Weather In Sofia
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Air Quality
Unhealthy
PM2.525
PM1034
77
Poor air quality affects health. Recommended to limit outdoor activity.
Drinkable Water Quality
Fair
Water may have some problems, not recommended for daily consumption.
Traffic around property
Light
Few vehicles on the road, relaxed and stress-free driving experience.
House Rules
Check in after 15:00
Check out until 12:00
Children welcome
No pets, service animals welcome