Traveling Expats

If you have checked out our recent blog post titled “Exploring Historical Sofia, Bulgaria,” you might have learned about our delightful six-night adventure in Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria. Our accommodation’s close vicinity to the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral not only offered convenience but also provided a splendid view of the cathedral from the rooftop bar. We unequivocally recommend this hotel as a premier option for travelers exploring Sofia while utilising Hyatt reward points.

How we utilized points to book a six-night stay at Hyatt Regency Hotel in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Remarkably, we were able to stay for six nights at zero cost by using our Hyatt points. Surprisingly, we secured our hotel booking a mere three weeks before our stay.

📍Hyatt Regency Hotel, Vasil Levski Square, Sofia, Bulgaria, 1504

The hotel room rate listed on Booking.com was $175 per night. Upon exploring the Hyatt app, we discovered that a stay at the Hyatt Regency in Sofia necessitated 5,000 points per night. To cover the entirety of our six-night visit, we opted to convert 30,000 Chase Reward points into equivalent Hyatt points seamlessly and swiftly through the Chase app. Consequently, our stay in Sofia concluded without any out-of-pocket expenses, as the accumulated points offset the entire cost, resulting in notable savings of around $1,050.

We lounged in this chic room flooded with sunlight pouring in from wall-to-wall windows. Picture a king-size bed fit for royalty, a cozy reading corner, a lavish rain shower, and lightning-speed complimentary Wi-Fi.

There is an upscale Italian restaurant on the premises, complemented by a café offering a selection of coffee and pastries. At the top of the hotel, a trendy rooftop bar awaits, boasting a breathtaking view of the cathedral.

Dive into a wellness wonderland spanning a whopping 480 square meters! Unwind in three treatment rooms, a blissful hammam, steamy saunas, a Finnish sauna, a bio sauna, a magical salt therapy room, and mood-lifting emotional showers. Experience the chill of the ice fountain and take a refreshing plunge into the indoor hydrotherapy pool. And hey, if you’re craving some pampering, don’t forget to schedule a beauty salon treat!

Get ready to sweat it out at the Fitness Center, where modern TechnoGym gear will take your workout to the next level. Picture yourself in a zen paradise as you crush your fitness goals with activities like running, lifting, and stretching. Bonus: it’s open 24/7 for all your workout needs!

Staying at this exquisite hotel in the heart of Sofia for six nights, all courtesy of the valuable Hyatt reward points, feels like hitting the jackpot.

If you would like to learn more about how to get started on using credit card points/miles for free travel, please read the following blog post to get started: Earning Points/Miles for Beginners.

One of the significant benefits of accumulating Chase reward points is the flexibility it provides. By transferring your points to various airlines or hotels, you open up a plethora of redemption options. This option also safeguards you against any potential devaluations and offers an array of choices, unlike earning on a single airline or hotel chain.

Moreover, the flexibility of Chase points means you can access all airlines within the three major alliances: Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and Oneworld. Furthermore, you can even redeem points for free hotel nights by transferring to Marriott, IHG, or Hyatt or book award flights with some airlines outside of an alliance.

If you choose to apply for the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card, we kindly request that you utilize the link included in this post. This action significantly aids us in acquiring referral points without incurring any additional expense on your part. Your support is immensely valued.

If you are interested in experiencing captivating visuals from our journey, we invite you to visit our YouTube channel. There, you can enjoy impressive footage of Sofia and various breathtaking locations throughout Europe and beyond.

Here is a link to our Youtube video about Sofia:

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Happy Travel Hacking!

Betty and Lee