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Basel Hotel Guide. Hotels in Old Town, Basel, Switzerland

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Top Trending Hotels Near Old Town, Basel

Front of property
Hotel Märthof Basel
Hotel Märthof Basel
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (727)
"Great location"
United States
Margit
Hotel Märthof Basel
Courtyard
Central City Hotel Rochat
Central City Hotel Rochat
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (638)
"Clean room, excellent, central location, great breakfast buffet, friendly, helpful staff."
United States
Anthony
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Central City Hotel Rochat
Restaurant
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135)
"Great hotel."
United States
johnny
The price is €182
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, al fresco dining
Krafft Basel
Krafft Basel
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (401)
"Cozy and welcoming. Lots of places to shop and eat close by. Cant wait to come back "
Canada
Tracy
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Krafft Basel
Bar (on property)
Motel One Basel
Motel One Basel
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (702)
"Awesome location in central Basel. Walk to everything! Great bar! "
United States
Lisa
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Motel One Basel
View from room
Merian am Rhein
Merian am Rhein
6.4 out of 10, (38)
"Lovely hotel very clean but on air conditioning "
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Merian am Rhein
Junior Double Room | Living area
Hotel D - Basel - Fully Renovated 2025
Hotel D - Basel - Fully Renovated 2025
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (758)
"Had a lovely stay and would book again. "
Canada
Anne
The price is €182
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel D - Basel - Fully Renovated 2025
Front of property
Limehome Basel Münzgasse
Limehome Basel Münzgasse
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (65)
"Spotless room"
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Limehome Basel Münzgasse
Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (176)
"Wonderful hotel! I really recommend! "
United States
Luis Eduardo
The price is €851
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
Restaurant
East-West Riverside Hotel
East-West Riverside Hotel
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (239)
"Clean room, excellent location, nice staff, would book again"
United States
William
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
East-West Riverside Hotel
Junior Suite, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking | Living area
Consum Boutique Hotel
Consum Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (36)
"The staff was amazing. Super helpful. Room was perfect. "
United States
Matthew
The price is €169
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Consum Boutique Hotel
Balcony
Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8)
"Easy and nice apartment right in the centre! "
United Kingdom
Hitesh
Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
Reception
Hotel Rheinfelderhof
Hotel Rheinfelderhof
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (733)
"Clean Room in the Central "
United Kingdom
Lucas
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Rheinfelderhof
Daily buffet breakfast (CHF 30 per person)
Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Lovely hotel conveniently located in front of main train station and tram stops. Helpful staff, decent breakfast, spacious, clean room with excellent bathroom. A great place to stay!"
United States
Melissa
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (547)
"The hotel was great, the restaurant staff were so friendly, and the food was excellent!! Would recommend this hotel to anyone needing a place to stay in Basel. Thank you."
United States
Rebecca
The price is €181
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
Restaurant
ibis Mulhouse Bale Aeroport
ibis Mulhouse Bale Aeroport
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (945)
"This is an ok hotel close to the airport. The rooms are small so not much room for luggage. The staff were nice but the breakfast was as picked over and not replenished when we got there. We chose to stay at another hotel on our way out of Basel. "
United States
Dennis
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
ibis Mulhouse Bale Aeroport
Exterior
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (876)
"Friendly, helpful, professional and competent staff. Nice comfortable, clean room. Complimentary drink a nice touch"
United Kingdom
Karen
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
Classic Room (Luxe)
The Passage
The Passage
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Spacious rooms and excellent service."
United States
Oleg
The price is €172
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Passage
Reception
Hotel Metropol Basel
Hotel Metropol Basel
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (650)
"Great location"
United States
David
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Metropol Basel
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar
Hotel Spalentor
Hotel Spalentor
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Room was great; staff great."
United States
ross
Hotel Spalentor
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Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Basel which includes modern architecture

Basel City Centre

Museums, art galleries and historical sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basler Muenster or Munsterplatz while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.

Basel showing street scenes and a pond

Altstadt Grossbasel

If you're spending time in Altstadt Grossbasel, you might enjoy attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Sankt Alban

While visiting Sankt Alban, you might make a stop by sights like St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park.

Basel Art Museum which includes night scenes and street scenes
Photo by Kunstmuseum Basel, Julian Salinas
Open Photo by Kunstmuseum Basel, Julian Salinas

Vorstädte

If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Kleinbasel

Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Pullman Basel Europe

Pullman Basel Europe

10/10 Excellent
"What a place. We absolutely loved our stay here, it was absolutely perfect for our long weekend in Basel and we will be recommending this place to anyone who has plans to visit this super city!"
Brodie 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Pullman Basel Europe

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Old Town?
Old Town is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its interesting historical sites. Are you looking for Old Town travel tips? Make sure that you visit Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Old Town?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Motel One Basel is the highest ranked property in Old Town. This hotel offers a bar and free WiFi. Other favourite options in the area include Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel and Hotel Märthof Basel.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Old Town?
Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodation options in Old Town to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Basel area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Old Town.
What is there to do in this Basel neighbourhood?
Naturhistorisches Museum, Basel Natural History Museum and Basel Historical Museum of Music are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Old Town. Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Town include White and Blue House, Martinskirche and Munsterplatz. While you're out sightseeing in Basel, make sure that you visit other sights such as The Palantine or Pfalz Basel.
How can I get around Old Town and the greater Basel area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? Marktplatz Tram Stop is the closest metro station.