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Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

3.5 star property
Travelers discover a peaceful garden sanctuary in the middle of Basel, providing a quiet base for exploring the city's attractions including the popular zoo

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Steinenschanze Stadthotel creates a calm retreat in Basel City Centre. Guests enjoy the tranquil garden or venture to nearby Basel Zoo. The property features a coffee shop and library, while staff help arrange tour tickets or babysitting services for families exploring the city.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €131
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Room options

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Small Charming Room (140 cm bed)

Small Charming Room (140 cm bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Charming Room (160 cm bed)

Standard Charming Room (160 cm bed)

Standard Charming Room (160 cm bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Large Double Room

Large Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Charming Mini Suite

Charming Mini Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Bathrobes
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room - Budget Charming Room

Double Room - Budget Charming Room

Double Room - Budget Charming Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Basel City Centre, a neighbourhood in Basel, Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel is near a metro station and near theme parks. Via Gottardo and Petite Camargue Alsacienne Nature Reserve are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Southern Black Forest Nature Park and Zoological Garden. Basel Historical Museum of Music and Botanischer Garten der Universitat are also worth visiting. Visit our Basel travel guide
Map
Steinengraben 69, Basel, BS, 4051

What's nearby

  • Basel Zoo featuring zoo animals, snow and marine life
    Basel Zoo
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basel showing a city and a river or creek
    Basler Muenster
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rathaus, Basel Town Hall - Switzerland
    Marktplatz
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Basel Art Museum showing street scenes
    Basel Art Museum
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Basel University
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station)
    8 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop
    11 min walk
  • Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Club 59
    4 min walk
  • Margherita
    3 min walk
  • Hans im Glück
    6 min walk
  • Mr. Pickwick Pub Basel
    5 min walk

About this property

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Hotel located in Basel City Centre
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, free newspapers and smoke-free property
  • A lift, concierge services and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 53 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • Cable channels, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (CHF 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 12 to 29 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20 per pet, per day
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CHF 12 to 29 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 25 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Steinenschanze
Steinenschanze Stadthotel
Steinenschanze Stadthotel Basel
Steinenschanze Stadthotel Hotel
Steinenschanze Stadthotel Hotel Basel
Minotel Basel
Minotel Hotel Basel
Basel Minotel
Steinenschanze Stadthotel
Steinenschanze Charming City &
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel Hotel
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel Basel
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Is Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 20 per pet, per day.

How much does it cost to stay at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel on 29 Mar 2026 start from €131, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel located?

Located in Basel City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Puppenhausmuseum and Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel. Theater Basel and Basel Historical Museum are also within 10 minutes. Marktplatz Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 650 out of 915 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 915 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 915 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 915 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 915 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was located in a safe area and walkable distance to the old town area. We enjoyed sharing a welcome drink with the personable receptionist.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly and helpful staff, comfortable room, and terrific location walkable to the city center.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly and welcoming hosts, clean property that is conveniently located to Old Town
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby and Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Room very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and good amenities. Reception staff were exceptional, particularly Alex.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NIce hotel in a great location. The room was comfortable and very clean. The staff was very helpful with questions.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Great location; beautiful garden; wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience in all aspects. 3-4 min walk to a number of good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent check in, quick stroll to city center and Christmas markets. City is hilly so there are stairs! Hotel has charming gnome garden, and places to sit, with blankets if it’s chilly. Nice breakfast buffet. Staff was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and convenient location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, easy walking to Old Town shopping and restaurants. We arrived 2 hours early and they let us check in with no problem.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naphthali

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good. The staff were all very nice and friendly. They all were so pleasant and accommodating. The best staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We felt the property was conveniently located, and all staff we encountered were helpful and pleasant. We walked miles every day during our 2 day stay, and it was great to return to our quiet, clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very clean and close to everything and the staff service was fantastic. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk staff, loved the welcome drink, candy and cookies in the lobby, one tram stop from train station, walkable to many areas of interest, water tap on each floor. Con was not enough outlets and bad lighting in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ

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

Great Stay

The people were great. The room was comfortable and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful, professional and competent staff. Nice comfortable, clean room. Complimentary drink a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

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

Great place to stay!

Great location and nicely managed hotel with an awesome breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super lovely and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent attention. Location is superb.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. Clean, close to amenities. Spent 1 night, enjoyed the welcome drink and the patio garden was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Such a lovely place.

Great location. Close to both the station and the old town. Hotel issued the Basel Card which was great for getting around on public transport. Super friendly staff and a lovely garden to enjoy breakfast in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lady

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Brilliant breakfast, beautifully served. Cannot fault it - plus, only 10 minutes from city centre.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great friendly staff and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024