What is the cost of a hostel in Sofia?

On average, it’s $39/night for a hostel in Sofia, though $25/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $14/night in Sofia. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in January (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Sofia?

With an average review score of 8.0 (out of 10) from 4,343 HotelsCombined users, Hostel Mostel Sofia is considered the best Sofia hostel.

What hostel is closest to Sofia Airport?

5 Vintage Guest House is 6.9 km away from Sofia Airport, making it the closest Sofia hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

Should I stay in a Sofia hostel?

Hostels in Sofia tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Sofia hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

Affordable Sofia Hostels From $22/night

Travel insights for hostels in Sofia

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Sofia including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Sofia?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sofia is March ($23). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sofia is August ($155).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Sofia?

The cheapest day to stay in Sofia is Wednesday ($26). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $101.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Sofia?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 89 days before your trip to Sofia. The lowest price found when booking 89 days ahead was $22 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Sofia, Bulgaria

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Sofia. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

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Hostel Mostel Sofia

2a, Makedonia blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria

0.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$22

Avg. per night

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Orient Express Guest House

2 Balkan Str., Sofia, Bulgaria

0.7 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$30

Avg. per night

View Deal

Hostel Alex 1

153 Hristo Botev Boulevard, Sofia, Bulgaria

1.4 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$53

Avg. per night

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5 Vintage Guest House

49 William Gladstone Street, Sofia, Bulgaria

0.7 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$69

Avg. per night

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Hostel prices in Sofia

Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.

3 stars

5 Vintage Guest House

49 William Gladstone Street, Sofia, Bulgaria

$69

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2 stars and under

Hostel Mostel Sofia

2a, Makedonia blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria

$22

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Other accommodations in Sofia

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Guest House 32

32 Hristo Belchev Street, Sofia, Bulgaria

0.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

$80

Avg. per night

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Guestrooms Struma Dolinata

Mura 1, Sandanski, Bulgaria

10.7 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Airport shuttle

$60

Avg. per night

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Hotel Emirates

132 Bulgaria Blvd., Sofia, Bulgaria

5.9 km from city centre

Pool

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

$357

Avg. per night

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Visito Aparthouse

86 Dunav str., Sofia, Bulgaria

1.2 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$73

Avg. per night

View Deal

Hostel Mostel Sofia

2a, Makedonia blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria

0.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$22

Avg. per night

View Deal

Psb Apartments In Midia Resort Aheloy

Ravda, Bulgaria

3.0 km from city centre

Air conditioning

$61

Avg. per night

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Apartment Durvenitza

Sofia, Bulgaria

5.4 km from city centre

Air conditioning

$141

Avg. per night

View Deal

Where to stay in Sofia

Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Sofia neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. Users can click on a hostel's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in Sofia

What is the cost of a hostel in Sofia?
On average, it’s $39/night for a hostel in Sofia, though $25/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $14/night in Sofia. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in January (the cheapest month) could save you money.
What’s the best hostel in Sofia?
With an average review score of 8.0 (out of 10) from 4,343 HotelsCombined users, Hostel Mostel Sofia is considered the best Sofia hostel.
What hostel is closest to Sofia Airport?
5 Vintage Guest House is 6.9 km away from Sofia Airport, making it the closest Sofia hostel to the city’s most popular airport.
Should I stay in a Sofia hostel?
Hostels in Sofia tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Sofia hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

See more FAQs

Travel insights for hostels in Sofia

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Sofia including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Sofia?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sofia is March ($23). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sofia is August ($155).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Sofia?

The cheapest day to stay in Sofia is Wednesday ($26). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $101.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Sofia?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 89 days before your trip to Sofia. The lowest price found when booking 89 days ahead was $22 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Sofia, Bulgaria

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Sofia. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

Hostel prices in Sofia

Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.

3 stars

2 stars and under

Other accommodations in Sofia

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Sofia.

Where to stay in Sofia

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Sofia to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 24 April 2025.

Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Sofia neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. Users can click on a hostel's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in Sofia

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Sofia to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.

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Travel insights for hostels in Sofia

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Sofia including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Sofia?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sofia is March ($23). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sofia is August ($155).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Sofia?

The cheapest day to stay in Sofia is Wednesday ($26). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $101.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Sofia?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 89 days before your trip to Sofia. The lowest price found when booking 89 days ahead was $22 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Sofia, Bulgaria

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Sofia. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

Hostel prices in Sofia

Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.

3 stars

2 stars and under

Other accommodations in Sofia

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Sofia.

Where to stay in Sofia

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Sofia to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 24 April 2025.

Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Sofia neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. Users can click on a hostel's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in Sofia

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Sofia to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.

What is the cost of a hostel in Sofia?

What’s the best hostel in Sofia?

What hostel is closest to Sofia Airport?

Should I stay in a Sofia hostel?

Find better results for your stay in Sofia

Consider these popular 3-star hotels in Sofia

Stay at one of these Sofia 3-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.