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Avel Guesthouse

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Alexander Nevski Cathedral

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Property grounds
Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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40 Letostrui Street, Sofia, 1836
  • Place, Serdika Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alexander Nevski Cathedral
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bulgarian Parliament
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sofia (SOF)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Single Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Sofia

Near the airport.You'll find Zaimov Park and Serdika Center within 3 miles (5 km) of this guesthouse. Oborishte park and Festivalna Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Serdika Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Bulgarian Parliament - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Sofia Central Mineral Baths - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Vitosha Blvd - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Lavov Most Station - 10 min drive
  • Sofia Central Station - 14 min drive
  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Family pizza&restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shop Point - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Сладкарница Неделя - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Question Mark Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Family Pizza & Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Avel Guesthouse

3-star guest house near Alexander Nevski Cathedral
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Avel Guesthouse.

This 3-star Sofia guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Avel Guesthouse offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 3-star guesthouse have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. This Sofia guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Ibis Sofia Airport
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  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 1,002 reviews
The price is CA $123
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 5 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 5
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from May 1 2027 to May 31 2027 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from May 1 2027 to May 31 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
During renovations, the guesthouse will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.02 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately EUR 5.0 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 5
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 5 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Avel Guesthouse to the airport?

Avel Guesthouse is 2.5 mi (10-min drive) away from the Sofia Airport (SOF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Avel Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Avel Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 5.

Does Avel Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Avel Guesthouse, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 5.0 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Avel Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Avel Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs EUR 5 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Avel Guesthouse?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Avel Guesthouse have a pool?

Avel Guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Avel Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Avel Guesthouse to downtown Sofia?

Avel Guesthouse is 2.8 mi away from Sofia.

Avel Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 62 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. Very helpful manager.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean room with a helpful host!

Room was spacious and clean, the host was easily contacted and was helpful with changing plans.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Great little guesthouse near airport. Jordan was amazing I had a very early 3.30am check in and he had no problems driving me there. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I spent a short night here between flights. You can not get better service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better take another hotel or hostel

Please do not stay here when you arrive Sofia at night. You will not find it and if find it there is nó reception welcome you. Room is very basic. Toilette smelled bad and not have a really shower. Except private room, hostels may be much better and cheaper. Far away from center and not easy get to by public transportation. Communication is difficult. Please do not stay here if you are looking for cheap hotel. Overall is bad so it is expensive for everything .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ibrahim

Liked: Staff & service
Das Zimmer war um 16 uhr bei Ankunft leider nicht vorbereitet, musste denn 1 std auf die Reinigung vorort warten, schlechte Vorbereitung.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dessislava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect airport location for a short stay

A clean place, perfect for a short stay. The hosts were very nice, pleasant, and accommodating. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Miroslava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding hospitality

Great place to stay for an early flight. Hospitality is beyond any expectations. Jordan was so kind and offered his help organising taxi in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Shuai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A kind man a cozy house

Jordan is a kind man, picked me from the airport to the house. The house is not too large but has all the facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Удобно!!!

Вполне комфортно! Нет ни претензий, ни нареканий. Не стыдно рекомендовать этот отель тем, кто имеет ночные авиа-вылеты, т.к. хозяин отеля очень любезен и сам отвозит своих гостей в аэропорт, что особенно удобно.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Arnim

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Am Flughafen holte uns trotz Verabredung keiner ab, dann wilde Taxifahrt quer duch die Stadt, abgeladen im völligen Dunkeln um Mitternacht in einem nicht ganz so tollen Stadtviertel, nach einigen Telefonaten bekamen wir telefonisch mitgeteilt, wie wir ins Zimmer kommen- ohne persönliche Begrüßung. Zimmer war einfach, etwas hellhörig, für eine Nacht noch erträglich. Am nächsten Tag hat uns dann der Chef wieder zum Flughafen gebracht auch als Wiedergutmachung für den verpatzten nächtlichen Transfer, das war in Ordnung. Nur für Puristen und Abenteurer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel close to the airport

great hotel close to airport. Great service. I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredibly helpful!

Yordan was incredibly helpful and friendly towards us. Hope to book again soon! Thanks to you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great bargain for the price

Super friendly owner and manager. Responsive. Goes out of his way to be helpful. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not good. Noisy place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great value for short stay

I wasn't given the best room, ground floor so a lot of traffic noise but comfy bed. Absolutely fine for an overnight stay. Yordan was not there but phoned to make sure everything was alright. I pointed out that there wasn't a microwave in the shared kitchen and intended to cook my own food. Within half an hour a microwave appeared so I can't fault the customer service. The booked taxi arrived on time next morning. I've stayed here before and would certainly book again and recommend. It's close to the airport and great value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, nice room, spacious, air conditioning, public transport nearby
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Stay

Amazing all around. Yordan was the most accommodating and helpful person we've ever met. He went above and beyond to provide us with the most amazing experience. Thank you Yordan!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Near Sofia airport, 15mn, useful in case of a very

The choice was made only on the near location of Sofia airport and price. Not to pay too much for a very short night!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

PERFECT FOR MY SHORT TRIP!!!

Yordan the owner pick me up at 1:30am with a smile and very helpful. Room was perfect, clean, comfy with everything I needed for my short stay. I would recommend this guest house to all my friends.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The room was very basic but clean with a reasonably comfortable bed. The owner was great very accommodating and helpful and collected me from airport and delivered me to bus station next morning, helping me get the correct ticket. He was very pleasant courteous & helpful. The only worry for me was that where I was staying appeared to be a converted garage / storeroom. Which had a shower room and a window. But I was the only person in that building there were neighbors ( with a noisy dog) up an outside stair and owners stayed some undefined distance away. As I am a woman on my own with no Bulgarian language, staying in a not very nice area this was a bit of a worry. It was Ok for the one night I was there and perhaps for students it would be fine but not for a single female on her own. It was an inexpensive, basic, one night stopover and as that was fine.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lillian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never ever again

totalt uanstændigt som jeg skrev til jer den 16.6, hvorfor skal jeg starte forfra nu med en klage, halllooooo ?
Verified

8/10 Good

YURIY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Удобный уголок для улетающих из Софии.

Можно пожить рядом с простым народом Болгарии.Район позволяет.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Noisy Hotel Close to a busy road!

Air con does not work; dogs keep barking outside; traffic is noisy (cars and motorbikes going up and down all night and you can hear people talking outside as they walk buy. You can hear other guests at the hotel making noise as they come and go. I was woken up about 3 or 4 times in the early morning by guests leaving and talking loudly outside my room! Why I paid their high fees to not be able to sleep because of all the noise - I do not know? Bathroom is damp and smells. I would not stay in this hotel again even if it was free. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone!!!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Gérald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Une soirée memorable' avec visite des monuments historique du centre Sofia, des hôtes très sympathiques et un plus, yordan parle couramment le français. Nous reviendrons. C'est sur!!!