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Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel in Old Town Grossbasel, Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel features a fitness center, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Basel. Each room at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna and a hammam.

D
Diane
From
Ireland
Perfect location in the very center of central Basel, right on the Marktplatz. This is now my go-to hotel for whenever business or leisure travel takes me through this part of the world. Fabulously friendly and attentive staff, a super cafe (popular with locals as well as guests: you're going to need to book if you want to have Sunday brunch there...), and very comfy beds with the most comfortable pillows I've ever slept on in a Swiss or German hotel. HIGHLY recommended and worth the price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,103 reviews
Price from
$383.72
1 night, 2 adults

Silo Design & Boutique Hostel Basel

Basel City Centre, Basel

Located in Basel and with Messe Basel reachable within 0.7 mi, Silo Design & Boutique Hostel Basel features express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a living room, free WiFi throughout the...

A
Alberte
From
Denmark
One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at. Not social, but amazing quality and worth the price - the rooms are spacious, the bathrooms are large with great showers, and everything is so clean. The breakfast is amazing also! Simple, but so good - freshly baked bread, good cheeses, homemade müsli and jam etc. It is right next to the Basel Bad station, and you can be at Basel SBB in 20 minutes with the tram/bus And the staff is so nice and helpful. Would definitely recommend:))
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,810 reviews
Price from
$152.99
1 night, 2 adults

Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel

Hotel in Vorstädte, Basel

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel is located in Basel, 656 feet from Kunstmuseum Basel.

A
Adriana
From
Romania
everything was excellent. very good location close to the christmas markets. very kind staff,, nice design. dinner was delicious
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,654 reviews
Price from
$332.31
1 night, 2 adults

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Hotel in Vorstädte, Basel

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel is less than 5 minutes' walk from Basel's city center and the university, close to historical buildings and the old town.

T
Tracy
From
Lebanon
I was greeted by Elmira at the welcome desk and she made my stay very special. Always greeted with a warm smile and the hotel staff attended to all my requests. Alex from reception also had great dinner recommendations. The hotel is clean, very central, quiet, close to the main station, and has perfect water pressure. The breakfast is also fresh and super yummy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,791 reviews
Price from
$201.27
1 night, 2 adults

Exclusive Rooftop Duplex Penthouse - 200sqm - 280 Panoramic Views - Downtown

Old Town Grossbasel, Basel

Exclusive Rooftop Duplex Penthouse - 200sqm - 280 Panoramic Views - Downtown offers accommodations in Basel, a 15-minute walk from Basel SBB and 700 yards from Kunstmuseum Basel.

H
Hugo
From
Netherlands
The place was awesome and very clean and great kitchen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
Price from
$213.18
1 night, 2 adults

Penthouse Rooftop Loft, 190sq, Panorama Terrace, 1min to Main Station- 5min to City

Basel

Penthouse Rooftop Loft, 190sq, Panorama Terrace, 1min to Main Station- 5min to City is located in Basel, just a 15-minute walk from Pfalz Basel and 0.6 miles from Architectural Museum.

P
Petr
From
Austria
The location is very convenient for travels from the SBB, and well connected to public transport. Despite the central location, the place is very quiet. The apartment is spacious and has a good view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
Price from
$213.18
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Casa Esperanza Basel

Basel

Casa Esperanza is located a 5-minute tram ride from the center of Basel and offers free WiFi and a shared terrace with seating area. The rooms all come with a flat-screen TV.

N
Nurgeldy
From
Kazakhstan
the host Kai is very friendly. He explained everything in details and we had a really good friendly conversation. He provided Basel Card which can be used for public transports and some discounts might be reached via this card which I found something extraordinary and superb (seems like every city accommodation provide in Switzerland). Now about accommodation. Amazing place to stay, highly recommended. Clean, neat, comfy, warm. You can find literally everything you need. If you need something and you can’t find it then hosts can provide it, they are available via WhatsApp or call. Overall, the best experience and the best hosts, and really good place to stay in Basel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews
Price from
$112.86
1 night, 2 adults

Grand Hotel LES TROIS ROIS

Hotel in Old Town Grossbasel, Basel

Located in the center of Basel's Old Town, on the banks of the Rhine, Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois is one of Europe’s oldest city hotels, where such personalities as Napoleon, Elizabeth II, Pablo...

B
Berton
From
Canada
amazing view of the river from our spacious room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 323 reviews
Price from
$1,665.62
1 night, 2 adults

BaselStadt

Basel

BaselStadt is located in Basel, just 1.5 miles from Kunstmuseum Basel and 1.1 miles from Marktplatz Basel.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$115.37
1 night, 2 adults

Rooftop Loft City Center - Modern, New Renovated

Old Town Grossbasel, Basel

Rooftop Loft City Center - Modern, New Renovated is a recently renovated apartment in the center of Basel, a 6-minute walk from Jewish Museum of Basel and 0.7 miles from Basel Zoological Garden.

M
Marco
From
Switzerland
Super Lage! Great spot in the heart of the city!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
$188.10
1 night, 2 adults
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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,169 reviews

    Limehome Basel Münzgasse features rooms with free Wifi in the center of Basel. Popular points of interest nearby include Basel Zoological Garden, Basel SBB, and Kunstmuseum Basel.

    From $228.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

    City Center Rooftop Studio with Oldtown View is located in Basel, just a 8-minute walk from Kunstmuseum Basel and 0.8 miles from Basel SBB.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

    City Center Rooftop Balcony-Studio at town hall offers accommodations in Basel, a 8-minute walk from Kunstmuseum Basel and 0.8 miles from Basel SBB.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,067 reviews

    The Central City Hotel Rochat is housed in a historic, listed building in the old town of Basel.

    From $350.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 938 reviews

    Located in the lively center of Kleinbasel, right at the Rhine River, East-West Riverside Hotel is just a short walk across the bridge from the Old Town of Basel and a 10-minute tram ride from the...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,240 reviews

    The Hotel Krafft Basel and restaurant can be found in the heart of the city, right on the bank of the Rhine river with its Mediterranean-style promenade.

    From $316.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews

    Well located in Basel, Consum Boutique Hotel provides a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can use a bar.

    From $312.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews

    Rheinstream Guesthouse Basel features rooms with free Wifi in the center of Basel.

    From $158.48 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Basel and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,869 reviews

    Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Basel. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a concierge service and free WiFi.

    From $386.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,195 reviews

    This hotel is located in Basel's largest private recreational park, and yet lies in the heart of the city.

    From $343.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,120 reviews

    Centrally located in Basel, just 984 feet from the Fair and a 10-minute walk from the banks of the Rhine and the Old Town, Adagio Basel City offers free WiFi and wired internet access.

    From $234.73 per night
  • Hotel Wettstein

    Basel
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,047 reviews

    The Wettstein hotel is located in a central residential quarter of Basel, 656 feet from the Rhine river, and offers you garage parking, free Wi-Fi and a free internet station.

    From $353.63 per night
  • Hotel Locanda

    Clara, Basel
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews

    Hotel Locanda offers accommodations in Basel. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom.

    From $275.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,697 reviews

    Mövenpick Hotel Basel features a fitness center, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Basel. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    From $338.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,611 reviews

    Located within 164 feet of Messe Basel and 0.7 mi of Blue and White House, Bloom Hotel & Bar in Basel provides a bar and rooms with free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,941 reviews

    The Hotel Alexander is located right at the Messe Basel fairgrounds and the Congress Center, a 7-minute ride from the center of Basel. The tram stop is right outside. Free Wi-Fi is available.

    From $438.90 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

    Ganze Wohnung mit Balkon, schöne Aussicht, Küche,Bad,Wifi offers accommodations in Basel, a 12-minute walk from Architectural Museum and 0.8 miles from Badischer Bahnhof.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Studio Silver, Cosy-Central-City Appartment offers accommodations in Basel, a 16-minute walk from Badischer Bahnhof and one mile from Architectural Museum.

  • Hotel Resslirytti

    Basel
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,135 reviews

    Enjoying a central location on Basel's Wettsteinplatz square, close to the Rheinpromenade and only a 5-minute walk from the Messe Basel exhibition center and the Art Museum, Hotel Resslirytti offers...

    From $325.19 per night
  • Schweiz (302)

    Basel
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Schweiz (302) offers accommodations in Basel, a 19-minute walk from Badischer Bahnhof and one mile from Jewish Museum of Basel.

  • Schweiz (301)

    Basel
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

    Schweiz (301) is located in Basel, just a 19-minute walk from Jewish Museum of Basel and 1.1 miles from Kunstmuseum Basel.

    From $173.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,922 reviews

    Set very close to banks of the River Rhine, this designer hostel is next to the old city gate of St. Alban.

    From $192.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 997 reviews

    The family-run GAIA Hotel Basel can be found right across from Basel Main Train Station, only a 10-minute walk from the historic city center.

    From $356.14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Located in Basel and within a 14-minute walk of Basel Zoological Garden, MUE Cubes - Capsule Hotel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From $108.41 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: $398.82
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,039 reviews
    The services were even better than I had imagined: everything was very clean, very efficient and I was provided with all the things that I needed. The location was ideal, some minutes away walking distance from the cental train station as well as from a public transport stop for the city center. The staff was extremely polite with me and amazingly helpful to all the requests of mine. I would totally recommend it and stay there again!
    Guest review by
    Anna-Maria
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $438.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,941 reviews
    Budget Hotel Alexander is a nice functional hotel with comfortable rooms very close to the good locations. The rooms are very clean and spacious. They have an underground parking spot which is convenient if one reaches Basel by car (payable extra)
    Guest review by
    Jaideep
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $438.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,941 reviews
    This was a very clean, decent hotel and for a pretty good price by Swiss standards. The room was spotless and the bathroom seemed newly renovated with a powerful, warm shower. The location was a 15min walk from old town and around 25 from the sbb which was fine for me but there are trams nearby if you don't fancy it.
    Guest review by
    David
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
    Really good location, ideal to cut through into town. Property was spotlessly clean. Good correspondence with the owner, who was very helpful and answered questions promptly. Would highly recommend this place when visiting Basel.
    Guest review by
    Amanda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $353.63
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,047 reviews
    Everything was perfect. The staff were fabulous, excellent customer service and always had a smile on their face. Loved having the coffee facilities available any time. Everywhere seemed very clean and the location was ideal. The bed was extremely comfortable too.
    Guest review by
    Cianagh
    Solo traveler