Bulgaria
Just east of main road bul Evtimy, which divides Stara Zagora down the middle, is this welcoming little hotel, replete with 16 spotless rooms and eight…
Must-see hotels in Bulgaria
International House of Scientists Frederic Joliot-Curie
Black Sea Coast
Although it looks like a remnant of another era, this ‘60s tower block west of the bus stop offers good value, and it’s definitely worth the extra leva…
Veliko Târnovo
One of Târnovo’s grandest hotels, the Yantra's rooms have a whiff of faded glamour about their maroon cushions and shiny bathrooms, while some suites…
Bulgaria
The bulky building above Kazanlâk's main square will surely never cast off its communist scowl. Rooms are tidy but far from charming; still, it remains…
Plovdiv & Southern Mountains
This pleasant family-run guesthouse, tucked into sleepy Bachkovo village, has eight simple rooms and a tasty traditional mehana (tavern) below. Ask for a…
Bulgaria
Standing not far from the Kaleto Fortress entrance, Castle Cottage is built in solid wood-and-stone traditional style. It offers one comfortable bedroom…
Sofia
Opposite the synagogue, Scotty’s is a small, stylish, gay-friendly hotel with just nine rooms, all individually designed and named after international…
Sofia
Occupying a restored, bright-blue 19th-century townhouse on a quiet street within easy walking distance of the trendiest parts of the city centre, the…
Sozopol
Around 2km west of Sozopol's old town, Zlatna Ribka is a well-ordered campsite on its own private beach, with guarded spaces for 150 caravans and tents…
Bulgaria
If vertiginous views from the top of the pass appeal more than snoozing down in Shipka village, this hotel features 13 simple rooms, each with fridge and…
Bulgaria
The Danube is a modern establishment, with 80 rooms on five floors, though the interior reflects more of a 19th-century Viennese style. Rooms have a plush…
Sofia
Welcoming city-centre hotel with bright, modern rooms and contemporary artworks adorning the walls. The central location, just next to the Serdika metro…
Bulgaria
The well-furnished Oazis is signposted 100m from the vehicle bridge. Cheerful and family-run, its staff are happy to help with everything from laundry to…
Sofia
Facing the Lions Bridge, this is a grand old building in a lively location. Rooms are large, modern and come in a variety of shapes and styles, all with…
Black Sea Coast
The Venera is one of around half a dozen hotels in the hills above the shoreline, about 3km south of the city centre. The 20 rooms are plain but clean,…
Bulgaria
Rooms are a little plain at this hotel near the eastern-bank entrance to the Covered Bridge, but there is accommodating, English-speaking staff and the…
Plovdiv & Southern Mountains
This hospitable 14-room guesthouse has a quiet location on a residential street south of the main road, 800m west of the cathedral. Rooms are simple, with…
Plovdiv & Southern Mountains
Rooms are plain at the Finlandia, but its pleasant spa centre and pine-freshened location compensate. The hotel is tucked away from the main road, 800m…
Bulgaria
A Vetren restaurant that doubles as a guesthouse, the Kalimaritsa's grapevine-bedecked courtyard garden is lovely. Rooms are a bit musty and old-fashioned…
Bulgaria
In a stripey building resembling a giant spearmint candy, this amenity-packed hotel doesn't have the most personal touch, but it's well run with perks…
Bulgaria
The hotel might have a whiff of communist style, but it's a bargain choice with friendly staff, and in prime transfer position near the train and bus…
Burgas
A 10-minute walk west of the centre, this hotel occupies an attractively restored art nouveau mansion, designed by the same architect who built the city’s…
Black Sea Coast
This modern hotel is situated away from the beaches and closer to the town's entrance on the western end. Because of the location (300m to South Beach) it…
Ruse
This centrally located guesthouse in a renovated townhouse has a selection of simple rooms, including pricier options with en suites. There's a common…
Sofia
This modern, centrally located hostel gets high marks for cleanliness and an attractive, no-frills decor. The owners are keen adopters of high-tech. Book…
Sofia
This long-established hizha (hut), situated in the mountains at the base of Cherni Vrâh, offers a number of dorm rooms with two to 10 beds, and three…
Plovdiv
Though common areas feel a little faded, rooms at this budget hotel are in good nick, and the larger deluxes have plenty of space and are rather elegant…
Plovdiv & Southern Mountains
About 200m south of the main square, along ul Vasil Dechev, the Phoenix offers seven plain but functional double rooms with TVs. A traditional restaurant…
Bulgaria
In the heart of Tryavna, near the clock tower, the Zograf occupies a renovated historic house. Rooms are good value, though (unlike the National Revival…
Veliko Târnovo
Târnovo’s most laid-back hostel, Hikers has an unassuming location high in Varosha's old quarter (a 10-minute walk from the city centre) with lovely,…
Sofia
Centrally located hostel with a wide choice of large, clean rooms, with four- and six-bed dorms, singles, doubles, and private studios with separate…
Black Sea Coast
Close to the main beach, this modern family hotel has bright rooms with verandahs, TVs and fridges. To find it, head east along the main street, ul…
Black Sea Coast
The Diana is a modern affair with a good location, about 50m up from North Beach, a block north of the centre. Many rooms offer Black Sea views and…
Bulgaria
Old-fashioned but perfectly serviceable, this cordial place has 51 rooms and six suites, plus a restaurant serving local produce and a pub. Helpful staff…
Pirin Mountains
This friendly pension, a two-minute walk straight in from the bus stop on the left-hand side of the road, has airy and clean rooms (the only drawback…
Plovdiv & Southern Mountains
Between Rila village and the monastery, this pleasant family-run guesthouse has understated, airy rooms with balconies that gaze towards the mountains. It…
Black Sea Coast
On a quiet street overlooking North Beach, the Plovdiv is excellent value. Rooms are basic but bright and perfectly comfortable. There's a restaurant and…
Bulgaria
This attractive National Revival–style house has simple rooms set around a little courtyard garden, and a modest restaurant. If you have several days to…
Sofia
One of the more comfortable ‘huts’, Kuker has 10 double rooms with TVs and bathrooms, and an on-site restaurant. Prices are slightly higher on Fridays and…
Black Sea Coast
The town-centre Zeus has a variety of cosy rooms, all with balconies, fridges and TVs. Prices drop by up to 50% outside the summer season. To find it,…
