Located near Sofia's key landmarks, DOT Sofia offers boutique hotel accommodation, curated art collection and award-winning restaurant.
We share a common passion for distinctive architecture, contemporary art, and good food.
After experiencing authentic hospitality while traveling the world, we decided to create a place of our own - a crossroads of everything we love. DOT Sofia brings to life our vision of a great urban experience, right here in Sofia.
We are a small team, united by a passion for creating and sharing a great urban experience. DOT Sofia connects our love for hospitality, art, and food in a stunning architectural spot.
Lydia Buranova is in charge of DOT Sofia hotel (accommodation and venue hire), chef Todor Grublev heads KOMAT Restaurant, Vesselina Sarieva is DOT Sofia's art director and curates its art collection.
DOT Sofia is located in the heart of old Sofia, just a few steps away from the Church 'Sveta Nedelya', the 'Banya Bashi' Mosque, the Sofia Synagogue, the Central Market Hall, and of course - the 'Women's Market' itself. This historic part of Sofia has been home to trade and markets for centuries. Neglected for the past decades, it is now evolving into a multi-cultural melting pot. Along with many others, DOT Sofia is trying to develop and rediscover for the world this still hidden jewel of today's Sofia.
When we met Georgi and Viara from I/O architects, we knew it had to be them. There was an instant mutual understanding and vision for the project. And we love what we see now: DOT Sofia's iconic architecture is contextualized to the history of the neighbourhood. The facade of rusted sheet metal documents the gradually disappearing historic materiality of the neighborhood, and the system of opening shutters interprets the life of the pavilions and stands at the 'Women's Market'. The generous spaces inside are simple, minimalistic, furnished with locally designed and crafted interiors and select European design classics.
Sofia has never felt more relevant. In a city where layers of history meet a new surge of creative energy, one hospitality concept has drawn the attention of some of the world’s most respected publications.
A souvenir is a memory, beautifully wrapped to attract and fascinate us.
DOT Sofia's original souvenirs are true time capsules. Each one has its own character and a unique story, created in collaboration with a contemporary Bulgarian artist or an iconic figure from our city.
We meet Veselina Sarieva - curator of the DOT Sofia Art Collection and founder of the Sarieva Gallery - to talk about the relationship between art and space, about valuable encounters and like-minded people who are changing the environment.
“Na Kafe”, NOVA » The inspiring feature series, which introduces the audience of Bulgaria’s most popular morning show “Na Kafe” to remarkable personalities and visionaries, explored the story behind DOT Sofia - from a distant dream to a landmark destination in the historic Women’s Market district.
As seen in bTV » Sleeping under the cut-out dots in the skylights is part of the experience that Lydia Buranova, who manages the aparthotel of the innovative space DOT Sofia, will tell you about.
As seen in GRADAT.BG » DOT Sofia with 2 awards for "City Hotel of the Year" and "Green Building of the Year" at the awards ceremony of the National Competition "Building of the Year 2023".
I rarely review my stays, however, DOT Sofia truly deserves one. An apart-hotel strategically located close to a tram stop, a local market, and a super market housed in a historical building. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and super clean, with a well equipped kitchen for days where you simply want to cook with fresh ingredients. What elevated the experience was the tastefully curated artworks, the culinary offerings, and beautiful architecture. If I were to make my way back to Sofia, the DOT would certainly be my go to stay as Lydia’s hospitality was exceptional.
Ishaq
Bahrain
The apartment was fantastic. Comfortable and a real home from home. Unfortunately the weather was terrible while we were there but fortunately because the apartment was so comfortable we were very happy to stay in.
We also had a couple of lovely lays in because the bed was super comfortable.
Also the bathroom and shower were great.
We couldn't have wished for a better apartment and Lydia and her team were very polite and accommodating.
Michael
England
Everything was absolutely exquisite! If you are staying in Sofia, you must stay here. A truly beautiful and incredibly stylish place.
Victoria
Spain
DOT Sofia is absolutely the place to stay when you're in Sofia. The architecture is stunning and the location couldn't be better. The art displays really add to the character of the hotel. Plus, Lydia is the most fantastic host you could hope for. Merci :)
Géraldine
France
Upon arriving. Lydia was the ultimate host. She greeted us to explain the very cool state of the art platform that runs this architectural gem from entry to temperature control. Her attention to making us welcome was impeccable and her personal tips well received. And her well wishes upon departure appreciate d
Dinner at Komat before we returned home was exquisite.
Both the staff and food memorable…amazing.
William
Hong Kong
This place is something else. Beautiful design, wonderful atmosphere, warm welcoming, cleanliness and location. Very close to almost everywhere in Sofia center. Also amazing restaurant Komat attached to hotel. And host Lydia’s wonderful welcoming and guidance is unforgettable. Really an incredible experience.
The design and architecture is stylish and do unique. The engineering of the massive perforated corten steel panels that move on demand are really amazing!
Ali
Turkey
This is definitely the hotel par excellence for me in Sofia. I feel comfortable and at home here and wait definitely to be back!
Thank you so much, dear Lydia for being my host!
Lao
Dear Lydia,
Thank you for a wonderful stay. We are sorry that it wasn’t enough. Beautiful + spacious apartments, clean, quiet and cozy.
Wishing you all the best.
Douls + Joe
Dear Lydia,
Thank you so much for this wonderful stay and your recommendations! We had a lovely evening and excellent dinnerat Doctor Garden!
Wishing you all the best and already looking forward to return!
Annie & Elli
Dear Lydia + DOT Sofia,
Thank you for the warm + kind hospitality during our stay. We loved the modern yet comfy feel of the apartment. If we ever get to travel again to Sofia, this will be the first place we think of.
Thank you for your help!
William & Hana
USA
The DOT Sofia is a magnificent architectural icon in the heart of Sofia’s hip bohemian sector. It is spacious, inspiring, stylish, artistic, and so comfortable. The staff are terrific (Lydia in particular is a wonderful host) and the entire aesthetic is enough to justify a trip to Sofia.
Stuart
USA
...a home of visionary concepts and a modern urban place, deeply rooted in the history of its neighborhood and breathing an international spirit. A unique experience...
Matthias Hoernes
Vienna
An absolutely amazing gem...we were absolutely thrilled with this incredible hotel managed professionally and with passion. Some Mad Max outside looks turned out to be a super cool, high tech oasis in a place with a lot of potential...
Adrian Robitu
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