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Reviews of Villa St. Sofija Old Town

3 out of 5
Villa St. Sofija Old Town
Str: Kosta Abras 64, Ohrid

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Refreshingly professional service. Wonderful furnishing of the hotel. The host bent over backwards to do anything that he could to help make the visit more comfortable. Outstanding breakfast. In the old town very close to great restaurants and the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location in old town. Recommend it!
They did not have my registration on arrival. However, I was the only person on the hotel, so that was not a problem. It has a home atmosphere and feeling. Great service. Room a bit small but fine. Main heating system did not work so an electric heater was provided. Shower leaked water all over the floor. Hot breakfast was offered to order, but I was the only one in the hotel so I do not know if this normal. The location is great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay with excellent service! I had a single room during the off season that included breakfast which was delicious and generous. The young man working at the front desk of this villa was attentive to detail and very pleasant. I travel often and would highly recommend Villa St. Sofija for its location and wonderful staff! Bravo!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property was ok but the staff was unprofessional. Moved my stuff to another room without my permission and without informing me. Meanwhile I still had the key to access that same room where other guests now had all their stuff. Hotel staff was never at the reception and when I told them my stuff was gone and other people now had their stuff in my room they told me that I did not answer the phone. (As if it’s my fault). Unacceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value with lake views
I showed up early but they came and let me in anyway. Very comfortable but small apartment. Nice balcony looking out on Lake Ohrid. Plenty of bars and restaurants around.Town centre is 5 minutes walk. The lake is beautiful at sunset.
Lake Ohrid
Sunset on Lake Ohrid
Downtown Ohrid
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mikkas, Copenhagen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very old school. I find it super charming. Staff is amazing! So friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value and great service
Lovely hotel with great service and great location next to the lake and close to town. I would definitely come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the central location in the old part of town, close to the important cultural sites
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Villa St. Sofija are so wonderful and really make you feel like you are visiting friends :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great location, unfortunate circumstances
The location was great. Unfortunately, despite the fact I booked 2 rooms, the hotel only had one available. We had no choice but to squeeze an extra cot into our room to consolidate the 2 rooms into one. The hotel was very apologetic; the staff was very nice and offered us a free drink, but that didn’t change the fact we were all uncomfortable having to share a room, particularly because one person was battling the stomach flu and there was only one bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here twice. It is a great base for exploring Ohrid and the staff were friendly and helpful. There is no lift so this might not be an appropriate place for anyone who finds stairs difficult but staff can help with carrying bags upstairs. We were not bothered by any noise when staying here (May 2019) or at our earlier visit (May 2014). We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful old house that has been turned into a charming boutique hotel. The rooms are well appointed and large.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of old town and close to the promenade, this pretty hotel was quiet in the off season but looks like a popular spot for summer guests. We had a nice bowl of fruit welcoming us when we arrived in the room. The hotel staff were friendly and helpful. We did initially get billed by both Expedia and the hotel but that was resolved within 2 weeks.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, staff were excellent and very helpful, breakfast was first class
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time in Lake Ohrid
Our hosts were extremely nice, helping us park, find our way around town, and cooking breakfast in the morning. They also arranged us a driver for a tour around Lake Ohrid, at a very reasonable price. The town itself was the highlight of our Macedonia trip, exceedingly pretty in the old section, then very manageable over towards the dock area and shopping. The villa was nice, with the choice of breakfast inside or out, with the patio area also available for drinks. Would definitely go back to Ohrid and would go back to this villa again. Just a few steps from the Jazz Inn, a nice bar. The old town is very narrow and full of pedestrians, so harrowing to drive in if you're in a rental. Once we parked the car, all was well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly service. Great location. Price was outstanding
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

rola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very great location and convenient ...Zoran receptionist was very nice and helpful...they serve breakfast anytime and you ask for what you want....clean rooms....
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

graham, herefordshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, friendly place
Nice location. Near enough to main square and port, but far enough away to avoid all the crowds. Lovely staff who couldn’t do enough for you. 5 min walk to Potpes beach for sunbathing. Only minor negative was very leaky shower and external early morning noise from various hotel kitchens if you had windows open. Excellent double glazing tho’ helped that, but then needed to keep the a/c on. However, please don’t let that put you off this cracking small and friendly hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
This is a truly amazing location in the old town. It is a block from Lake Ohrid, and just across the street from the lovely and historic Sveta Sofia. Lots of restaurants within a very short walk. Staff was quite nice and the room was pleasant. It was extremely reasonable in price, and, while I wished for a few things - like the mini-bar being turned on so drinks might be cool, all-in-all, it was lovely. One caution is driving to the hotel. It is in the middle of the old town and quite challenging to drive in - and certainly to park in. I parked near the port for a small charge and it was only 3 blocks or so to the hotel. I was just there for the night so only took a shoulder bag, particularly helpful since there were also some steps into the hotel. There were lots of people out and about, so felt quite safe even though it was a bit late at night. The lake was lovely in the evening and restaurants open til 1 am or so. Lake Ohrid is just spectacularly beautiful and the old town is enchanting.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location, friendly service
Enjoyed the stay, housekeeping needs a little attention but very good overall. Recommend

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money
Nice place in nice location. Housekeeping needs some attention

10/10 Excellent

Jim, Plano TX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel
Excellent hotel with great service, value and location. The staff was very helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

UFUK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is in a beautiful spot and the staff were mist helpful. I particularly appreciated the complementary fruit when I arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and beautiful room with nice outside sitting area.

8/10 Good

Gaurav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great location. The wifi doesn't work in upper rooms and if you're driving, drive towards St Sofia and not what your GPS tells you once you enter Ohrid.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice small hotel just a few yards from the lake. Breakfast was served outside and you could order anything you wanted. Service was good and the staff helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Atsushi, Global Nomad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
The location is steps away from the Church of St Sofia and a cluster of restaurants. Breakfast (like bacon with three eggs, hot toast, oj, espresso) is made to order and is great. Very clean rooms and very nice service. The only drawback was that my bed was a little soft for my preference and the room quite small but the price was very good.

8/10 Good

Albert, angeles city, philippines

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
hotel in heart of old town ohrid
we arrive late in the afternoon at this hotel which was located in the old town. walking distance to the sights and the beautiful and picturesque lake. since we will be early in the morning the hotel gave in to our request of packed breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

John, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoy Orhid
Great location with exceptional staff.

10/10 Excellent

R Bradley, Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Choice in Ohrid's Old Town
A friend and I stayed at the Villa St. Sofija for 3 nights while visiting Ohrid and we were very happy with the choice. The location is excellent being right in the heart of the old town and only a short walk to the water and main square/harbor. The staff was extremely helpful, from recommending dinner spots to arranging laundry service. Another nice touch was they were very flexible on when we took breakfast, preparing it to order whenever we came downstairs. The room was clean, comfortable and the building had plenty of historic charm. Overall I thought the hotel delivered a very good value for the price and can highly recommend it.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, one minute from Lake Ohrid
I stayed only one night in Ohrid at Villa St. Sofija and had a very pleasant experience. I was upgraded from a standard room to a suite upon arrival, parking was reserved for me as requested (parking is limited and the streets are VERY narrow in the old town), hotel is located 30 seconds walk from the lake, bars and restaurants and next to the magnificent church St. Sofija, one of the major attractions in Ohrid. The suite was clean and spacious, good bathroom with power shower and comfortable bed. I would stay again when visiting Ohrid, particularly as the room was at a discounted rate via Expedia.

10/10 Excellent

Zoë Nolan, Milton Keynes, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little gem
We have travelled to a lot of places. Now and again you find a place which is really superb. Villa Sofija is one such place. We had a suite which was tastefully furnished. The location is perfect in the old town, near the lake and the beach. It was quiet too but near everything you need. The owner demands high standards and the hotel is very well run. Breakfast was beautifully served. We ate outside in the shade. The dining room was delightful and the food superb. We also ate at the pizza restaurant run by the owner and it too was very good. This place is a little gem. We loved it.

10/10 Excellent

Jenna Fletcher, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Right in the heart of the old town
I have nothing but good things to say about this hotel. It was right in the middle of the old city and only a couple minute walk from everything. The hotel staff was helpful and friendly. Breakfast was outstanding.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vila Sofija - An Ohrid Pearl
Prime location, very close to lake, and in the old city. Heritage interiors and dark wood furniture may or may not be to your taste. Breakfast prepared expertly and quickly, very tasty. Staff considerate, helpful, and professional in demeanor. One of the most expensive hotels in town but, as they say, you get what you pay for.

10/10 Excellent

vacationers, eastern US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great hotel for Ohrid
Visited Ohrid in late March, low season, damp/windy weather. But the hotel was very pleasant, large rooms, very modern amentities. View from the room revealed the charm of Ohrid streets. Breakfast was great - the waiter was solicitous of whatever I would like to eat. Even though payment is made upon arrival, rather than prepaid, be aware there may be a penalty for not staying the full period of your Expedia reservation. One desk clerk did not inform me of this. But the manager was flexible.

10/10 Excellent

Kaja, Poland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
superb!
Vila Sv. Sofija is one of the nicest hotels I've stayed at! Wonderful staff, recently renovated and very comfortable rooms, perfect location, and delicious breakfasts of your choice. Definitely the best place in Ohrid!

8/10 Good

K, Belgium

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming Ohrid hotel
Great location in old town, friendly staff, good breakfast. Can't find better in Ohrid.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

ANTONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un establecimiento muy cómodo y con todo lo que te lleva a visitar el lago.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jörgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value
Good location in old town. Great service. The deluxe svit was Nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Polecam!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Reiner, Aachen, Germany

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An das Frühstück muss man sich gewöhnen. Die Erreichbarkeit mit eigenem Fahrzeug ist etwas schwierig.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

beat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Preis Leistunggerechtes schönes Hotel .
Sehr freundliches Personal. Lage super, Ruhig. Gab aber kein Morgenbuffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Helio R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
酒店清洁舒适，景观不错，服务也很好。
Stayed 1 night in May 2018