MICE GENERAL CONDITIONSGrand Hotel Millennium Sofia

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR ORGANIZING EVENTS AT MILLENNIUM MILESTONE CONVENTION CENTRE AND THE VENUES OF GRAND HOTEL MILLENNIUM SOFIA

Dear Partners,

Thank you for choosing Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia and Millennium Milestone Convention Centre for your event. Our mission is to provide a flawless experience that meets the highest standards of quality and comfort.
To ensure the smooth execution of your event, we kindly ask you to review the following General Terms and Conditions and standards for organizing events. These guidelines have been established to provide maximum convenience and efficiency for both our clients and our team. Compliance is highly recommended and, in certain cases, mandatory to enable us to deliver five-star service, ensure the safety of all guests, and facilitate the seamless conduct of multiple events simultaneously.
Our team is available to assist with any questions or further support you may require.

CATERING SERVICE POLICY

For your convenience and to ensure the flawless execution of your events, please consider the following standards:

  • Buffet Lunch – Standard duration: 60 minutes. Served between 12:00PM and 2:30PM at Restaurant “M” on the 3rd floor. Buffet menus are available for groups of at least 30 guests. For smaller groups, we recommend a 3- or 4-course menu to guarantee optimal service quality.
  • Coffee Break – Standard duration: 30 minutes.
  • 3- or 4-course Lunch Menu – Standard duration: 90 minutes.
  • Cocktail Reception – Standard duration: 3 hours.
  • Evening Event (private party, wedding, gala dinner) – Standard duration: 5 hours.

If you would like to extend the service time, an additional fee applies after the 5th hour or after 00:00AM, as follows:

  • From 00:00AM to 02:00AM – €300 / 586,75 BGN per hour (started hour)
  • From 02:00AM to 03:00AM – €400 / 782,33 BGN per hour (started hour)

Please note that the venue allocated for your event may be used until 03:00AM.
To ensure exceptional quality and comfort during your event, we follow these service standards:

  • 1 waiter per 20 guests – for lunch or dinner with a 3- or 4-course menu
  • 1 waiter per 30 guests – for cocktail receptions or buffet service

If you require additional staff for more personalized service, this can be arranged at €10 / 19,56 BGN per hour per waiter.
For events with a self-pay bar, where guests pay individually for drinks, no waiter service is provided - guests place their orders directly at the bar. All payments are accepted by bank card only; other payment methods are not accepted.
To make your event even more special, we offer the аdditional services:

  • Beverage Bar – serviced by a bartender/cashier: €120 / 234,12 BGN for the first two hours, €60 / 117,06 BGN for each additional hour. Recommended: one bartender/cashier per 75 guests.
  • Coat check service – Self-service cloakrooms are available on floors 2 and 3. A cloakroom attendant may be arranged for €120 / 234,12 BGN for up to 5 hours and €12 / 23,41 BGN per extra hour.
  • Event Host – to welcome, direct, and seat your guests: €150 / 292,65 BGN for up to 2 hours and €60 / 117,06 BGN for each additional hour.
  • Any change to the room setup after 17:00 on the previous day is subject to a minimum fee of €250 / 487,75 BGN, with the final charge depending on the size of the venue and complexity of the rearrangement.

GUEST COUNT CHANGE POLICY

To ensure seamless service and precise organization, please take note of the following conditions:

  • The final number of guests must be confirmed by 12:00PM on Wednesday of the week preceding the event. This number will be considered final and cannot be reduced.
  • If confirmation is not received within the specified timeframe, the most recently submitted written guest count will be considered final.
  • Catering charges are calculated based on the final confirmed number of guests or the actual number of attendees, whichever is higher.
  • Guests with special dietary requirements (allergies, intolerances, vegetarian or vegan preferences) must be communicated in advance within the same timeframe.
  • If, during a menu-based event, guests with specific dietary preferences appear that were not communicated in advance, these menus will be charged as additional.

Our team is available to assist you with clarifying the details to ensure comfort and an excellent experience for all guests.

FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY

Our culinary team is available to create personalized menu suggestions tailored to your preferences and dietary requirements, including allergies, intolerances, vegetarian or vegan diets. Our goal is to make every dish an exceptional experience.
We prioritize fresh, high-quality ingredients and follow contemporary culinary trends. Seasonal substitutions may apply based on market availability.
For safety and optimal service, all food and beverages—including alcoholic drinks—must be ordered exclusively through the hotel and served by our team.
In rare cases where guests wish to bring food into the hotel (e.g., a wedding cake or birthday cake), the food must be accompanied by a valid manufacturer certificate confirming its origin and safety. The hotel reserves the right to refuse any food that does not have the required documentation.
Similarly, if guests wish to bring homemade alcoholic beverages (e.g., rakija or wine) for personal celebrations such as weddings, christenings, or similar events, the beverages must be accompanied by a quality and safety certificate issued by a laboratory of the National Institute for Research and Certification (https://www.niis.bg/). The hotel reserves the right to refuse any alcohol without the necessary documentation.

Exceptions are possible only by prior arrangement and are subject to the following fees:

  • Alcoholic beverages (up to 1-litre bottle) – €4 / 7,82 BGN per person
  • Cutting and serving cake from an external supplier – €1 / 1,96 BGN per person
  • Bringing soft drinks, beer, or wine is not permitted.

Additional orders:
If additional portions of the confirmed menu are requested later than 72 hours before the start of the event, we can accommodate up to a 10% increase in quantities. A 30% surcharge per person will apply to these portions. For changes exceeding 10%, the hotel reserves the right to modify the type and selection of the additionally requested food.
Your MICE coordinator will assist you with menu selection and details to ensure an exceptional experience for you and your guests.
If, after the conclusion of the event, there is any remaining prepared food, it may be provided to the organizer in packaged form, subject to prior request.
In order to maintain the highest standards of safety and health protection, storage of prepared food on the hotel premises after the end of the event is not permitted. Our team will be available to assist with the packaging and handover of the food immediately after the event concludes. 

POLICY ON COMMUNICATION AND ADVERTISING MATERIALS

In order to preserve the distinctive atmosphere of Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia, please take note of the following conditions:

  • Affixing or hanging signs, posters, or other advertising materials on the walls, doors, or ceilings of the halls and foyers is not permitted.
  • Placement of advertising banners is allowed only on stands and solely in the event registration area or inside the hall, subject to prior agreement with our team.
  • All advertising materials must be professionally printed and displayed on stands.
  • Placement of advertising materials in the public areas of the hotel or on the exterior of the building is not permitted.
  • The hotel reserves the right to negotiate advertising terms for specific requests, which may be subject to additional charges.

Our team will assist you with the positioning of the approved materials to ensure a stylish and professional appearance for your event.

DELIVERY AND STORAGE POLICY

To ensure the comfort of guests and the smooth organization of events, all deliveries related to organized events must comply with the following conditions:
Delivery Timeline
Deliveries may be made no earlier than 1 (one) day prior to the event date, unless otherwise agreed with the hotel’s MICE Executive.
Prior Coordination
The organizer is required to inform the hotel of all planned deliveries, including the date, time, and type of materials or products being delivered. All deliveries must be pre-approved by the hotel’s MICE Executive.
Mandatory Labeling Information
Each delivered package or item must include:

  • Name of the company/organizer
  • Name of the guest or organizer
  • “Attention to:” (the name of the MICE Executive responsible for the event)
  • Event date 

Fees and Administrative Costs
Processing, logistics, or other administrative fees may be applied if incurred during delivery.
Restrictions and Control
The hotel reserves the right to designate appropriate entrances, routes, and time windows for deliveries. For convenience and safety, all deliveries must be organized through the hotel’s loading and delivery area on the -3rd level. This includes all external suppliers such as musicians, florists, design companies, etc. The hotel may refuse deliveries that are not pre-approved or that compromise guest safety and comfort.
After the conclusion of an event, the hotel offers temporary storage services for event organizers as follows:
Storage Duration: The maximum storage period is up to 3 calendar days after the event concludes.
Refusal of Extended Storage: After this period, the hotel reserves the right to decline additional storage.
Liability: The hotel is not responsible for loss, damage, or missing items left for storage, unless explicit written confirmation of receipt has been provided by the hotel. 

MEDIA ACCESS AND FILMING POLICY

Media access during your event is welcome. To ensure smooth coordination, please inform us in advance which media representatives will attend.
Photo and video recording is permitted only in the event spaces. If you wish to use other hotel locations for interviews, photos, or additional footage, please coordinate availability with your event coordinator.
Additional locations are subject to extra charges.
Our team will assist to ensure a professional and elegant experience.

AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT POLICY

For your convenience, the hotel’s event spaces are equipped with integrated audio-visual equipment, operated by our professional team to ensure flawless quality and reliability.
Preferential rental rates for event venues apply only when the technical equipment and its operation are provided by the hotel.
If the equipment is not provided by the hotel or an exclusive supplier, an additional fee of 30% of the official venue rental fee will be charged to cover electricity, installation, and dismantling costs.

  • Prior arrangements are required when organizing a program with performers, live music, or the use of more powerful sound equipment.
  • The hotel reserves the right to control the volume in all areas to ensure the comfort of all guests.
  • Any client-arranged setups must be approved by the designated MICE Executive from our team.

All agreements regarding audio-visual equipment must be confirmed by 12:00PM on Wednesday of the week preceding the event.

MUSIC AND SOUND POLICY

To ensure the comfort and tranquility of all hotel guests, event organizers are required to comply with the following conditions:
Prior Notification
The organizer must inform the hotel in advance of any planned live performers, musical programs, or use of sound equipment. Information regarding potential noise and the expected sound level must be provided.
Noise Level Control
The hotel reserves the right to monitor and control sound levels in all venues and areas to ensure the comfort of other guests.
Coordination of Instructions
All instructions or requests made by the client regarding the program or technical equipment must be coordinated and approved by the hotel’s MICE Executive.

DECORATIONS AND PYROTECHNIC EFFECTS POLICY

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia allows customization of event spaces while ensuring the safety of all guests. All decorations must be pre-approved by the MICE Executive and the hotel team. Blocking, covering, or obstructing fire and emergency exits, as well as evacuation routes, is strictly prohibited. The hotel’s fire safety system does not permit the use of smoke (fog) effects, pyrotechnic effects, or any other visual or technical installations that could compromise guest safety.
The organizer is responsible for complying with these requirements and ensuring a safe environment for all participants. Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia reserves the right to remove or prohibit the use of decorations that do not comply with the rules, to impose additional fees for correcting non-compliance, or to terminate the event in the case of serious safety violations.
The use of non-flammable materials, stable structures, and decorations that do not obstruct guest movement or access to emergency exits is strongly recommended. Installation and dismantling must be carried out in a manner that does not damage the equipment or interior of the event spaces. If there is any doubt about the acceptability of an element, prior approval from the hotel team is required.

HOTEL PROPERTY PRESERVATION POLICY

Maintaining the refined style and safety of our spaces is a top priority at Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia. To ensure a flawless experience, please take note of the following conditions:

  • Client Responsibility: The client is fully responsible for any damage to hotel property, including premises, equipment, and furnishings, caused by their employees, guests, suppliers, or performers.
  • Condition of the Premises: Upon completion of the event, the client is obliged to return the venue(s) in the same condition as received, excluding normal wear and tear.
  • Damage Recovery: In the event of loss or damage caused by the client or by persons for whom the client is responsible, all costs for restoration or replacement shall be charged to the client. If external services are required, additional fees may apply in accordance with the cost of repair.
  • Prevention: We recommend prior coordination of all activities related to installation, decorations, or the use of equipment with the designated MICE Executive in order to avoid unforeseen situations. 

ADDITIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES AND DELIVERIES POLICY

For your convenience, our Sales team is available to assist with all business needs, including copying, printing, and more, during office hours: Monday to Friday, from 9:00AM to 6:00PM
For safety and optimal organization, all deliveries must be made through the hotel’s loading and delivery area. This applies to all external suppliers, including musicians, florists, design companies, and other partners.
Your MICE Executive will coordinate all details, provide schedules, and share the necessary contact information.
All arrangements must be confirmed by 12:00PM on Wednesday of the week preceding the event to ensure flawless execution.
Our team is available to advise and coordinate all processes to provide maximum comfort and professional organization.

GENERAL POLICIES OF GRAND HOTEL MILLENNIUM SOFIA

The General Policies of Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia are designed to ensure the safety, comfort, and exceptional service of all guests and event organizers. They cover key aspects such as access and conduct in public areas, security regulations, video surveillance, protection of property, parking conditions, as well as specific requirements related to the organization and hosting of events. All of these standards are established to provide a flawless experience and to preserve the hotel’s refined style and atmosphere.
You may review the full General Terms and Standards here: Terms & Conditions | GHMS

 

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