Check-in was a hilarious experience - the dimly-lit reception was staffed by a sour-faced woman who barked at me to sit down while she checked in the two couple ahead in the queue. For some reason, this took 20 minutes. Then upstairs to the 2nd floor, which for some reason had piles of old furniture stacked in the corridor. The room was actually okay, and let's face it, this place is cheap for the city centre. But guests should bring a torch as the lighting in the corridor fails and you risk bumping into all that piled up furniture as you make your way to your room. Oh and the wifi was patchy - I did ask about this, but a different-but-equally-unhelpful receptionist just shrugged her shoulders. Felt like I was Back in the USSR...

Live like an independent local in your own base in a very convenient location in downtown Sofia

The apartment is an absolute gem in the heart of Sofia. Great design with attention to the very last detail, spotless cleaning and top location! Ani and Kiryl are excellent hosts, super friendly and flexible. They went the extra mile for us by offering us even a private trip to the Rila Monastery. If you want to explore the city and need some advice and ideas- just ask Ani, she is extremely helpful.