I stayed at this hotel after reading its rave reviews from here and other sites. Its main appeal being the very appealing low room rates. Location-wise it's not too far from the airport. From the airport costs 10 Lev and returning to the airport was less. However it's a slight walk to the town centre of Sofia...probably around 15-20 minutes... more

I stayed here for just the one night, but enjoyed it. As mentioned perviously, the rooms have got a jacuzzi bath, which is a nice and unusual touch. Staff were all very friendly and spoke great English. Was a bit outside of the centre, but the taxis are pretty cheap - get reception to order you one - I even... more

We only stayed here one night while visiting Sofia. Hotel was lovely with big bed, nice furniture and jacuzzi bath, very nice!!! We had a nice view of the Vitosha mountain from our window. I particularly liked the lights above the bed on the ceiling, was very romantic. Fridge was well stocked with drinks and snacks but they did not... more

Our arrival to Sofia was exactly on the day in which elections took place in Bulgaria (5.7.2009). In spite of the flyers and the elections signs and despite of the bad maintenance situation of the roads and the sidewalks, it was very impressive to see the cleanliness of the streets. The hotel situated in a quiet neighborhood. Not in the... more

During my 6 Day stay at Sofia i was looking for some good hotel at best possible price and i have no hesitation in saying that California is best choice. more

My wife and I stayed at the California for five nights. The hotel is in a very quiet residential area of Sofia. Trams are about a 10 min walk, taxis also nearby. Better take a taxi as you have to pay for a new ticket each time you have to change the tram/bus. The room was rather spacious, although you... more

On looking at other reviews and seeing the price my wife and I decided to stay here on the Sofia leg of our trip to Bulgaria. We actually stayed here twice within our two-week holiday, firstly for one night when we arrived (before heading off to Plovdiv) and then for five nights at the end of our trip. I mention... more

Yes, this hotel is on a quiet tree-lined street, but its a VERY long walk from town - though walking once was interesting in an orientating sort of way. I'd advise a taxi or asking for help to catch a bus, which you can do at a busy intersection about ten minutes walk away. We arrived about 10.30 pm after... more

My husband and I stayed here for 5 nights. Lovely little hotel, a bit outside the centre of town. Clean, quiet rooms. Hotel in a residential area. Breakfast adequate, nothing amazing but nice enough. Go down early if you want your sausages hot and your cereal milk cold! TV with satellite although reception for the BBC didn't really work! Very... more