Hostel N1 in Sofia - Stay & Play by the Rules

Sofia · Bulgaria

Hostel N1 in Sofia - Stay & Play by the Rules

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58% SHIT
High confidence 793 reviews
Best in Sofia 5th best in Bulgaria

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Drip perks

🚲 Bicycle Hire

Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe 🍳 Breakfast
Other facilities (41)
Bicycle Parking Adaptors Airport Transfers Luggage Storage 24 Hour Reception Tours/Travel Desk Shuttle Bus Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange PlayStation DVD's Board Games Wi-Fi Gaming Consoles Restaurant Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Hair Dryers For Hire Late Check-out Paid Luggage Storage Paid Security Lockers Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Security Lockers CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Common Room Games Room Lounge Room Social Balcony Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free City Tour Free Security Lockers Free Luggage Storage Hot Showers

Prices

Dorms $19 / night

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Recent reviews

USA FEMALE 18-24 May 2, 2026 Atm 100%

I think this is the best hostel in Sofia. I felt safe as a solo traveler (21F). Nina, the owner, was the sweetest to me and made the whole experience. The 4-female basic room was fine even though it was 2° outside. They had extra blankets so I was good. Only thing is that there was no lock on the room which I didn’t love but it is a quite safe hostel.

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Tunisia COUPLE 25-30 May 1, 2026 Atm 100%

We really enjoyed our stay at the hostel. It’s so central so we basically walked everywhere. The staff is very nice and helpful and at night it was calm so we could sleep.

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England FEMALE Apr 29, 2026 Atm 100%

My first time youth-hosteling with a friend. We really enjoyed our time at Hostel No.1. We explored Sofia and environs during the day so quite tired by the evening so 'all the rules' were appreciated! I actually liked the quiet mornings too, felt like a silent retreat-peacef! We met lots of friendly guests and Nina, the receptionist, was very helpful. We used her 'google translate' on her phone and anything we asked she accommodated, even looking after our bags after our official checkout time.

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France MALE Apr 22, 2026 Atm 40%

I recommend to stay at the BlaBla Hostel which is just 5min walk from this hostel. The rooms are bigger, there are more bathrooms and they are cleaner.

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England MIXEDGROUP 18-24 Apr 19, 2026 Atm 80%

Great location and facilities but the volunteer staff seem a bit lost! There are a lot of rules but it's safe and clean and friendly.

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France MIXEDGROUP 25-30 Apr 18, 2026 Atm 20%

Terrible stay at this place. The guy didnt know what price we have to pay. Everything is expensive : locker, check in after hours… We were in a deluxe room but nothing seems deluxe… cant imagine others rooms In each bathroom, there is only 2 showers (for all the hostel) separated with curtains… Water was cold at 9PM, the receptionist says he will fix it tomorrow but people say that it was already like that days before. To avoid absolutely !!

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Germany MALE 18-24 Apr 15, 2026 Atm 60%

Shower is terrible but the rooms are clean and there are plenty of outlets

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Denmark MALE 25-30 Apr 6, 2026 Atm 100%

Perfect location, and easy socializing. The hostel also offers great and cheap 1 day trips!

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Italy FEMALE 25-30 Apr 4, 2026 Atm 100%

The lady who worlks there is so sweet and everyone around is nice. Definitly recommended!

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France MALE 18-24 Apr 2, 2026 Atm 100%

Franchement, j’ai passé un super moment à Sofia. L’ambiance était vraiment au rendez-vous, tout était beau et bien organisé. Un énorme merci surtout à Nina. C’est une personne incroyablement bienveillante, attentionnée et toujours à l’écoute. Elle met tout de suite à l’aise et elle fait vraiment la différence. On voit qu’elle aime ce qu’elle fait, et ça se ressent dans chaque détail. Honnêtement, tout était parfait. Je recommande à 100 %, surtout si vous avez la...

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Canada FEMALE Mar 28, 2026 Atm 100%

It's basic, but basic good. Extra points for the heated beds.

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USA FEMALE 31-40 Mar 25, 2026 Atm 60%

This hostel is very quiet, but it can also be a little strange having to whisper at night. Bathrooms could be a little cleaner. The kitchen is nice with free tea and coffee

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USA MALE 31-40 Mar 24, 2026 Atm 100%

I enjoyed my stay here. Very comfortable hostel and il definitely return next time I’m in Sofia

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Canada FEMALE 25-30 Mar 20, 2026 Atm 100%

10/10 ! I loved this hostel. I highly recommend taking the tour. I met lots of great friends from the hostel, and we spent the rest of our time in Sofia touring the city together. Dina, the receptionist, was an absolute gem. I am so grateful to her! She was so lovely

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England FEMALE 18-24 Mar 19, 2026 Atm 80%

Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Bedrooms were very clean. Bathrooms were a little small and not the best I’ve stayed in but overall a good place to stay - good location and facilities.

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France MALE 25-30 Mar 16, 2026 Atm 80%

Très jolie auberge, avec un balcon et une localisation parfaite. La cuisine est bien équipée de même que les douches. Les bénévoles étaient tous très gentils et amicaux ! Les coûts additionnels sont trop élevés en revanche (5 euros de caution pour un badge ou un cadenas, 10 euros pour la lessive, 8 euros pour un contact tardif, etc).

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Italy FEMALE 25-30 Mar 13, 2026 Atm 100%

ostello pulito e super sicuro, nel centro di sofia :))

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Canada FEMALE 25-30 Mar 11, 2026 Atm 80%

The location is amazing. Staff was friendly. I stayed in the basic dorm with no heating/ac and in March it was perfect temperature - no issues with that at all.

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Lithuania FEMALE 18-24 Mar 10, 2026 Atm 100%

There is genuinely not a place I would recommend more than Hostel N1, everything about this place is perfect and it really feels like a second home in Sofia! The location is ideal and in a super safe neighbourhood, yes there are rules but it just makes the stay way more enjoyable and relaxing. Nina is absolutely amazing and will do everything possible to make you as comfortable as she can, truly an angel! Ещё раз огромное спасибо, мне очень понравилось в...

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France MALE 18-24 Mar 7, 2026 Atm 100%

Great place really well located thanks for the great stay

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