Hotel Gloria Palace Diplomat Sofia, Sofia ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

143 Nikola Petkov Blvd., Sofia, Bulgaria, 1614

Hotel Gloria Palace Diplomat is notable for being one of Bulgaria's oldest clubs, closely associated with politicians and aristocrats. Nestled at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, it offers serene surroundings along with state-of-the-art amenities. Its expansive grounds include a variety of recreational facilities that cater to both leisure and business travelers.

Location

Situated in the ecologically clean Gorna Bania quarter, the hotel is approximately 12.5 miles from central Sofia. It offers easy access to local attractions, including the National Museum of History and South Park. Free private parking and WiFi are available onsite for the convenience of guests.

Rooms

The hotel features a range of accommodation options, including single and double rooms. Each room is equipped with soundproof walls, minibars, and flat-screen TVs. Guests can choose between garden and mountain views, enhancing the overall experience of comfort.

Eat & Drink

The restaurant at Gloria Palace Diplomatic Club boasts 150 seats and offers exceptional views of the garden and the Vitosha Mountain. Guests can enjoy a diverse menu featuring national Bulgarian dishes as well as international specialties. A VIP lounge with a fireplace provides an intimate setting for private dining.

Leisure & Business

Recreational amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, sauna, and four clay tennis courts. For business needs, the hotel provides three meeting rooms, suitable for small gatherings and corporate events. The outdoor barbecue area complements the leisure facilities, allowing guests to dine in a relaxed environment.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Large Double Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

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Large Single Room

Max:

1 person

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Duplex King Suite

Max:

4 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

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Getting around

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City Center

Sofia 4.3 mi

Airports

Sofia (SOF) 12.4 mi

Train

Sofia Central Railway Station 4.6 mi

Metro stations

Zapaden Park 2.9 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Rooms!

“I was pleasantly surprised by the large and airy room, providing plenty of space to relax during my stay.” view full review

Simple Breakfast!

“The breakfast, while basic, was a nice start to my day with warm bread and delicious ham and cheese.” view full review

Clean and Tidy!

“The room was kept clean and serviced daily, ensuring a comfortable environment throughout my visit.” view full review

Large Bathrooms!

“The bathroom was impressively large, providing a luxurious feel, even if some amenities needed improvement.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Tennis court

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Plunge pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Terrace
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

143 Nikola Petkov Blvd., Sofia, Bulgaria, 1614

Map view

street view

143 Nikola Petkov Blvd., Sofia, Bulgaria, 1614

City landmarks

Church

Boyana Church

2.2 mi

Knyazhevo

1.4 mi

Museums

National Museum of History

1.7 mi

Parks

South Park

3.1 mi

Stadiums

Slavia Stadium

1.6 mi

Sisters of the Eucharist

3800 ft

Okolovrasten pat 22

The Botanical Garden

3000 ft

Trade House West

4000 ft

Casinos

Casino Sesame

5300 ft

Sesame

5300 ft

Tomb of Bali Efendi

1.0 mi

Saint Boris

1.1 mi

Market

Krasno Selo Market

1.9 mi

Haydushko izvorche 28 Horse Arena Han Asparuh

EzdaSofia

1.5 mi

Mall

Borovo Center

1.6 mi

Business Center Bellissimo

2.1 mi

1616 Sofia

Zlatnite_Mostove -Golden Bridges

1.8 mi

Trash waterfall

1.7 mi

West Park

2.1 mi

Abacus Business Center

2.2 mi

Ul. Sveti Mina

St. Mina Monastery

1.8 mi

Events

National Palace of Culture

3.7 mi

Botanical Garden

St. Nikola and St. Pantaleymon Boyana Church

2.2 mi

Nativity of the Mother of God

2.1 mi

Arena Deluxe

2.2 mi

Viewpoint

2.3 mi

Market

Sofia's Central Market Hall

4.2 mi

Holy Resurrection

2.4 mi

Kopitoto

2.5 mi

3A Vardar Blvd.

Krasna Polyana Karting Track

2.5 mi

Nearby

Свети Йоан XXIII

1800 ft

Restaurants

Sotto Zero Gelato Italiano

4500 ft

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

liked the hotel and would stay again

comfortable rooms

helpful service

isolated location

limited dining options

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

9.0

Location

7.0

Service

8.0

Dining

7.0

Robin

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.6/10

The hotel offers spacious and comfortable rooms with a split-level layout, creating a cozy atmosphere. The service is welcoming and helpful, although there might be slight delays in food preparation. The location, while slightly out of the way, is within a secure complex and offers ample parking. Dining is a treat with some room for improvement, and the overall experience is great for the value provided.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very spacious and comfortable, set over two floors with a pleasant layout. However, lacking facilities for dishwashing downstairs.

Service

8.0

The service was welcoming and helpful, with efforts made to ensure a perfect room setup for a special occasion.

Location

7.0

The hotel, while slightly isolated, is situated in a secure complex with convenient parking. Around 7 kilometers from the city center, choose wisely for a peaceful accommodation experience.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a real treat, although there is room for improvement in some dishes. Friendly service was a plus.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are good overall, offering a pleasant stay. However, improvements could be made to enhance the guest experience.

comfortable rooms

isolated location