Travelers recharge in paradise at this family-friendly retreat where lush gardens surround two outdoor pools and local cuisine awaits after a day of relaxation
Bankya Palace welcomes families with free breakfast and authentic dishes at Classic Restaurant Bankya. Guests can book a massage or aromatherapy treatment at the spa, then spend the afternoon lounging by the poolside bar while enjoying the garden atmosphere.
Sofia is home to Bankya Palace. Vitosha Nature Park and City Garden reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include National Polytechnic Museum and National Museum of Natural History. Travelling with kids? Consider National Palace of Culture and Borisova Gradina Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Bankya travel guide
70 bulevard Varna, Sofia, 1320
What's nearby
Sofia Central Mineral Baths
21 min drive - 16.6 km
Vitosha Blvd
22 min drive - 17.0 km
National Palace of Culture
22 min drive - 17.3 km
Alexander Nevski Cathedral
24 min drive - 18.1 km
Sofia University Saint Kliment Ohidski
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Moesia/New Bulgarian University Metro Station
17 min drive
Sofia Sever Station
26 min drive
Sofia (SOF)
45 min drive
Restaurants
Rock Duner
15 min drive
Pizza Joya
15 min drive
Happy Bar & Grill Bankya
14 min walk
Крайпътен рай
10 min drive
Млечен бар (Milk Bar)
7 min walk
About this property
Bankya Palace
Family-friendly hotel
Free breakfast (local cuisine), a poolside bar and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Bankya Palace. Indulge in aromatherapy, a body wrap and a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Classic Restaurant Bankya, offers breakfast, dinner and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), wedding services and luggage storage
A front desk safe, barbecues and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All 71 rooms feature comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Heating and fans
Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and day beds
Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Separate sitting areas, daily housekeeping and desks
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Classic Restaurant Bankya
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Full-service spa
Health club
Hot tub
Playground
Sauna
Steam room
TV in common areas
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Playground
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
2,691 square feet of conference space
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Free pool cabanas
Garden
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
Aromatherapy
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Sauna
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Steam room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
5 floors
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Day bed
Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Fan
Heating
Phone
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.02 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50.78 per room (one-way)
Late check-out fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 16 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from June to October
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Property is also known as
Bankya Palace Hotel Sofia
Bankya Palace Hotel
Bankya Palace Sofia
Bankya Palace Hotel
Bankya Palace Sofia
Bankya Palace Hotel Sofia
Frequently asked questions
Does Bankya Palace have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Bankya Palace?
As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bankya Palace on 15 Mar 2026 start from €81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Bankya Palace pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Bankya Palace?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Bankya Palace?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Bankya Palace?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for EUR 50 (subject to availability).
Does Bankya Palace provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM-9:00 PM on request. A fee of EUR 50.78 per room applies.
Where is Bankya Palace located?
This family-friendly Sofia hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sofia University Saint Kliment Ohidski and Saint Nedelja Church. Mall of Sofia and Saint Nikolai Sofiyski are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Reviews
Bankya Palace Reviews
8.2
Very good
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Nice hotel with clean, spacious rooms and a good staff. The hotel is somewhat isolated, but they also had a full restaurant, although there was a large group being catered the night we were there, so there was some competition for service.
There was a very nice pool area, good parking and a good breakfast, so it was an excellent stay.
Todd
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Samuel
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Not that great for English speaking guests. But I can imagine that the hotel is a great stay for the locals. Seemed nice and got the feeling that it is a relaxing place.
Samuel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Gina
19 Aug 2023
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The property was built well but not maintained up to standard. On the website, it said ALL rooms had air conditioning but our room didn't have one and it was VERY hot. We didn't have a balcony either. Our room had 3 beds with very little distance between them and was very hot in the afternoons. The bath tub had dark mold. The pool had very cold water which didn't feel like mineral. It was largely unusable. The area around the hotel was not very walkable. There were no stores or other amenities around the hotel. There were large park areas which were not maintained and unusable. All things considered this was not 4star value and a lot of things promissed to us turned out not to be true.
Gina
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Burkhard
21 Oct 2025
Insgesamt sauber, die Betten nicht durchgelegen.
Der Wellness Bereich schließt schon um 19h, bei nicht früher Anreise also nicht nutzbar.
Das Frühstück ist einfach und leider lauwarm- Kaffee, Eier.
Burkhard
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Marja
25 Jun 2024
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Hyvä perustason hotelli
Hotelli oli todella mukava. Siisti uima-allas ja paljon aurinkotuoleja. Hyvä rauhallinen sijainti. Huoneessa oli hyvän kokoinen parveke ja ilmastointi.
Huone oli siisti, mutta päivittäinen siivous oli lähinnä sängyn petaus ja roskisten tyhjennys. Olisin toivonut myös imurointia.
Kylpyhuoneessa oli selkeästi ollut kosteusvaurioita jossain vaiheessa.
Henkilökunta oli ystävällistä, vaikkeivät kovin hyvin englantia puhuneet. Ravintolassa otettiin lapseni allergiat hyvin huomioon.
Ravintolan hinta-laatu-suhde oli erinomainen.
Kuntosali, jonka käyttö kuului huoneen hintaan, oli pieni, mutta sieltä löytyi kaikki tarvittava
I rested in a hotel for three days. The weather is wonderful. The food is delicious, but the breakfasts are monotonous. The service is very good, the room is comfortable and clean. The hotel has no entertainment. But if you seek silence, then only there. I had a very good rest
Galia
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
6/10 Okay
Igor
23 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Towel swans and the restaurant sergeant
A peculiar hotel that benefits from the proximity to a posh nursing home for the elderly and some decent tennis courts. Nice pool. Atrocious breakfast and restaurant (luckily there is a great one near by) and the highlight of the stay were the very 70-ties towel swans left on the bed. Would I come back? Probably!? Would I run back? Nah...