We stayed at Hostel Lavele for one night, paying £27 for a private twin room with shared bathroom, don’t be put off by the exterior of the entrance – this hostel is more like a guesthouse, our room was basic but really large which made it feel bright and airy, spotlessly clean with comfortable beds and free Wi-Fi. Despite being... More

clean hostel, very helpful staff but beware that hostel rooms has no private toilet. if you choose their apartment option you get private bathroom but you don't have wifi since its located in the block next door to the hostel. Their breakfast is well presented and tasty. Overall I was happy with my staying

We stayed in the hostels 'Apartment' in January 2012. The apartment is in a separate building a few doors down from the hostel. It is very spacious with bedroom, living area and kitchen and a bathroom. The kitchen was unusable with no cooking facilities - this was very disappointing as we weren't able to cook. There was also no rubbish... More

Lavele hostel in Sofia was certainly a pleasant surprise - it is really clean and cosy, more like a hotel than a hostel (yet at hostel prices). The location couldn't be better - super central, safe and convenient to get anywhere.The breakfast also offered more than we expected. I would recommend it to anyone.

The hostel is one of the cleanest and with most beautiful forniture I've ever stayed in. The bed is extremely comfortable and the sheets are so soft. Breakfast is really HIGH LEVEL, with hand made bread, delicious jams and plenty of food. Morover, the position is perfect cause you're 5 mins walking from Sveta Nadelia square. BUT if you're looking... More

We have stayed at this hostel with my girlfriend for 4 nights in the summer months and we enhoyed the pleasant atmoshere and friendly staff. Mario & his son have made us feel very welcome. We arrived to Sofia with bikes and could store it for free in the basement! Thanx, Mario! The rooms are clean, new, some equiped with... More

Overall I had a good experience at this hostel. The 8 bed dorm was newly furnished and quite pleasant. Breakfast was really good - homemade yoghurt and everything included. The staff were helpful and friendly. They could organise a private tour to Rila Monastery or other locales. The location was good. Right near the start of the free Sofia walking... More

I don't know what other rooms are like in this hostel, but the one we were given was very basic, with nowhere to put anything and a view of a blank wall through the window. The shared bathroom was tiny, with the toilet at an awkward angle, and there was a smell of air-freshener around the building, which always makes... More

I stayed at Hotel Lavele for a weekend on July and I would reccomend it to anyone who are looking for a nice and inexpensive place to stay in Sofia. It's located right at the heart of the city, with restaurants, bars and shops at a stone's throw. Don't get put off by the exterior... as almost every single building... More