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Our top choices for Basel Zoo hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large plant.

1. Mövenpick Hotel Basel

Mövenpick Hotel Basel
4.5 star property
Sankt Alban, 1.1 km from Basel Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (697 reviews)
"Very good location."
United States
maggie
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Mövenpick Hotel Basel
A modern room with a desk, chair, lamp, and a view through a glass door.

2. Hotel Spalentor

Hotel Spalentor
4.0 star property
1.3 km from Basel Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
John
The price is €162
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Spalentor
A multi-story hotel with a classic European architectural style, featuring a prominent corner entrance and multiple balconies.

3. GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel
4.0 star property
Sankt Alban, 0.9 km from Basel Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (761 reviews)
"Good staff and breakfast"
Singapore
Ding
The price is €234
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, yellow umbrellas, and a building with balconies.

4. Hotel Schweizerhof Basel

Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
3.5 star property
Sankt Alban, 0.9 km from Basel Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again and would highly recommend."
United States
Rose
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
A historic building with ornate architecture, featuring multiple windows and a central entrance.

5. Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel
4.5 star property
Altstadt Grossbasel, 1.5 km from Basel Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (892 reviews)
"Location is great"
United States
Jeremy
The price is €257
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Märthof Basel
A modern hotel with a bar and restaurant on the ground floor, named HOTEL VICTORIA.

6. Hotel Victoria

Hotel Victoria
4.0 star property
Sankt Alban, 0.9 km from Basel Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (657 reviews)
"Excellent location; comfortable Room and lovely bfast buffet!"
United States
Frank
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Victoria
A reception area with a curved counter, wooden staircase, and pendant lighting.

7. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Vorstädte, 0.9 km from Basel Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Absolutely wonder stay"
Canada
Crystal
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
A modern bar area with a wooden partition, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Basel Allschwil by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Basel Allschwil by IHG
3.5 star property
2.5 km from Basel Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (259 reviews)
"Very nice hotel that really recommend"
Switzerland
Jaime
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Basel Allschwil by IHG
A multi-story building with balconies, outdoor seating, and large windows.

9. ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels

ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Vorstädte, 0.9 km from Basel Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (213 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at Art House Basel for the most part. The staff went above and beyond with restaurant recommendations and were incredibly helpful with getting our delayed luggage delivered 15 minutes before our River cruise departed (two full days after we arrived in Basel!). The location was perfect for sightseeing and art museums. My criticisms: The room lighting, especially near the vanity, was terrible. It created dark shadows and made it difficult to put makeup on. The pocket door...
United States
Dawn
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the city.

10. Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel - Member of Design Hotels

Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel - Member of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Vorstädte, 1.3 km from Basel Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (526 reviews)
"Great room with excellent staff."
United States
Saadia Makda
The price is €213
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel - Member of Design Hotels
A historic building with a sign reading "Der Teufelhof Basel," featuring a classic European architectural style with symmetrical windows and a tiled roof.

11. Der Teufelhof Basel

Der Teufelhof Basel
3.5 star property
Altstadt Grossbasel, 1.1 km from Basel Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (916 reviews)
"This is a brilliant hotel with traditional values and modern thinking. A very good location and was bale to walk to the centre of Basel within 5 minutes, Congress centre and sightseeing landmarks."
United Kingdom
Sevi
The price is €178
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Der Teufelhof Basel
A building with the sign 'VOLKSHAUS' at the entrance, featuring large windows, potted plants, and a bicycle parked outside.

12. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
4.0 star property
Kleinbasel, 1.9 km from Basel Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (184 reviews)
"Great staff, good location and very nice stay in Basel!"
United States
Franz
The price is €210
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
A modern lobby with a circular seating area, tall white columns, and a large window providing natural light.

13. Pullman Basel Europe

Pullman Basel Europe
4.0 star property
Clara, 2.3 km from Basel Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (882 reviews)
"We only stayed one night at this comfortable hotel in beautiful Basel. Breakfast good, beds excellent and shower just the job. Staff very helpful in retrieving lost insulin. We’ll be back!"
Netherlands
John
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Pullman Basel Europe
A modern outdoor seating area with two sofas and a coffee table, separated by a decorative screen.

14. The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel
4.0 star property
Vorstädte, 0.9 km from Basel Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect for a one night stop over. Close to everything by foot and train station. Amazing breakfast!"
Canada
HEATHER
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large mirror.

15. Hotel Wettstein

Hotel Wettstein
3.5 star property
Basel City Centre, 2 km from Basel Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (477 reviews)
"No air conditioning just a stand fan however it is so clean, neat and welcoming staff. Great location."
Canada
Ramin
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Wettstein
A modern lounge area with a long table and chairs, a fireplace, and hanging light fixtures.

16. Motel One Basel

Motel One Basel
3.0 star property
Altstadt Grossbasel, 1.2 km from Basel Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (819 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Barbara
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Motel One Basel
A historic building with arched windows and a Swiss flag, indicating a location in Switzerland.

17. Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat
3.0 star property
Altstadt Grossbasel, 1.5 km from Basel Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (794 reviews)
"This hotel was very comfortable and in a great location for exploring the old city"
United States
Paula
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Central City Hotel Rochat
A multi-level atrium with ornate railings and chandeliers.

18. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
5.0 star property
Altstadt Grossbasel, 1.6 km from Basel Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (201 reviews)
"Great food, drinks, decor and staff. "
United States
Adam
The price is €736
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
A hotel room with three beds, a desk with a laptop, a TV on the wall, and a window with a view of a building outside.

19. Dasbreitehotel

Dasbreitehotel
3.0 star property
Breite, 2.9 km from Basel Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (294 reviews)
"Staff was outstanding, breakfast was lovely"
Germany
Friederike
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Dasbreitehotel
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large circular rug.

20. Novotel Basel City

Novotel Basel City
4.0 star property
Sankt Jakob, 1.6 km from Basel Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (848 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay in town. Close to everything."
United States
Analo
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Novotel Basel City
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Compare popular hotels close to Basel Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large plant.
Mövenpick Hotel Basel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
697 reviews
View
A modern room with a desk, chair, lamp, and a view through a glass door.
Hotel Spalentor
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
View
A multi-story hotel with a classic European architectural style, featuring a prominent corner entrance and multiple balconies.
GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
761 reviews
View
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, yellow umbrellas, and a building with balconies.
Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,008 reviews
View
A historic building with ornate architecture, featuring multiple windows and a central entrance.
Hotel Märthof Basel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
892 reviews
View

Top Basel Zoo Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

8/10 Good
"The hotel is in close proximity to old town Basel. When we checked in our room was not ready, but Desiree gave us maps which include voucher for free tram/buses & 25% off museums. When we returned to check in, Jeremy "helped" us ~ passports, check your info, here's your keys ~ NO welcome to Basel, breakfast is served daily, if you need any assistance during your stay. . . . Sort of set me off ~ we were still ~ thank you. The room amenities were nice. We had a family suite with 2 twins & sleeper sofa ~ very large room ~ more lighting on the twin bed side would be helpful. Every other front desk employee, maid service were very nice! We especially enjoyed an end of the night/closing the bar with Igor, the bartender ~ he was very personable & gave us a voucher for a last night drink ~"
cheryl 3-night trip
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

Other attractions near Basel Zoo

Kirche Allerheiligen

After visiting Kirche Allerheiligen, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Basel Zoo?
Basel Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Basel known for its interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 145 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Basel Zoo?
Adjacent to Basel Zoo, ibis Basel Bahnhof is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a bar and a snack bar/deli. Other good choices close by include Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel and Hotel Schweizerhof Basel.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Basel Zoo?
Expedia has 145 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Basel Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Basel Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Basel Zoo.
What can I see and do near Basel Zoo?
Study the collections at Basel Historical Museum, Basel Art Museum or Jean Tinguely Museum. Kirche Allerheiligen, White and Blue House and Ermitage are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Theater Basel, Baseldytschi Bihni and Theater Fauteuil.

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