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

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

Lunch and dinner served

1. Krafft Basel

Krafft Basel
4.0 star property
Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay with some of the best views in Basel. And a nice place for a meal."
United States
Cathy
The price is €199
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Krafft Basel
Terrace/patio

2. Motel One Basel

Motel One Basel
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (803 reviews)
"The location, the cleanliness and the presentation of the hotel is fantastic. But it really was brought to life by the staff, especially Daniel on reception, who went the extra mile for us at every turn. Would stay here again in a heartbeat."
United Kingdom
Edward
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel One Basel
Front of property

3. Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel
4.5 star property
Old Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (861 reviews)
"Great hotel, would definitely stay again."
United States
Darrin
The price is €276
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Märthof Basel
Exterior

4. Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (768 reviews)
"Interesting building and rooms. Convenient location. Breakfast buffet better than most."
United States
David
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Central City Hotel Rochat
River Double Room

5. Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026
4.0 star property
Old Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (15 reviews)
"Quite noise nights on the town side (rheingasse) if you can profit from the river view"
United States
Carlos Raul
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026
Exterior

6. Limehome Basel Town Hall

Limehome Basel Town Hall
2.0 star property
Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (114 reviews)
"Rooms were comfortable, we had everything we needed and location is perfect!"
United States
Tatiana
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Limehome Basel Town Hall
Lobby sitting area

7. Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (844 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful friendly staff and great breakfast!"
United States
Charles
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

8. Consum Boutique Hotel

Consum Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (44 reviews)
"Located in a lively part of Kleinbasel. Very gracious old property. Staff were very accommodating and helpful. A bit loud outside, but closing the windows helped. Awesome place!"
United States
Christopher A
Consum Boutique Hotel
Exterior

9. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
4.0 star property
Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (178 reviews)
"Great staff, good location and very nice stay in Basel!"
United States
Franz
The price is €224
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
Restaurant

10. East-West Riverside Hotel

East-West Riverside Hotel
3.0 star property
Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (271 reviews)
"Good location for stepping out and being right on the river walk."
United States
Jonelle
East-West Riverside Hotel
Bed sheets

11. Hitrental Marktplatz Studios

Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
3.5 star property
Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Easy and nice apartment right in the centre! "
United Kingdom
Hitesh
The price is €193
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
Hallway

12. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
5.0 star property
Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Great food, drinks, decor and staff. "
United States
Adam
The price is €714
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
1 bedroom, bed sheets

13. BS Hodler I - Marktplatz Hitrental Apartment

BS Hodler I - Marktplatz Hitrental Apartment
3.5 star property
Old Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Top Preis - Leistung Verhältniss. Einwandfreies Check -in & out. Empfehlenswert!"
Switzerland
Samuel
The price is €199
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
BS Hodler I - Marktplatz Hitrental Apartment
View from property

14. Hitrental Marktplatz Studios

Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Location, cleanliness, spacious, good value "
United Kingdom
James
The price is €199
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

15. Der Teufelhof Basel

Der Teufelhof Basel
3.5 star property
Altstadt Grossbasel, 0.5 km from Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (901 reviews)
"Superb breakfast, with excellent, custom-made cooked eggs on offer. The choice of breads was also terrific."
United States
James
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Der Teufelhof Basel
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

16. Basel Marriott Hotel

Basel Marriott Hotel
4.5 star property
Clara, 0.8 km from Old Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (719 reviews)
"Easy to get to all attractions"
United States
David
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Basel Marriott Hotel
Exterior

17. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Vorstädte, 0.7 km from Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (995 reviews)
"Nice property and would stay again!"
United States
Albert
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

18. HYPERION Hotel Basel

HYPERION Hotel Basel
4.0 star property
Basel City Centre, 1.1 km from Old Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"The hotel is conveniently located on the train lines, the restaurant is amazing, the staff was exceptional and the rooms were very comfortable"
United States
John
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
HYPERION Hotel Basel
Reception

19. Hotel Rheinfelderhof

Hotel Rheinfelderhof
3.0 star property
Clara, 0.6 km from Old Town
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (822 reviews)
"Good location just across the bridge from the old town section of Basel. Great breakfast buffet."
United States
John
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Hotel Rheinfelderhof
Reception

20. Pullman Basel Europe

Pullman Basel Europe
4.0 star property
Clara, 0.7 km from Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (868 reviews)
"They had a unexpected birthday welcome in our room"
Australia
sherryl
The price is €178
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Pullman Basel Europe
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Compare popular hotels in Old Town

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Hotel Märthof Basel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
861 reviews
View
Exterior
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
178 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Motel One Basel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
803 reviews
View
Exterior
Central City Hotel Rochat
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
768 reviews
View
Hallway
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
197 reviews
View

Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river, and lush greenery along the riverbank.

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.

A historic building with ornate facades, large windows, and a clock tower.
Photo by Annie Chamberlain
Open Photo by Annie Chamberlain

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.

A modern building with a curved roof and a traditional building with a sloped roof in the background.
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Open Photo by Sissacher (page does not exist)

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.

A river with swans, a bridge, a path, and buildings in the background.

Sankt Alban

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

A riverside cityscape with historic buildings and modern skyscrapers.

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

Hotel Villa K - Basel Airport

Hotel Villa K - Basel Airport

10/10 Excellent
"You can take a bus from the Basel train station to the end of the St. Louis line and walk from there to the hotel. Also, it's about a 20 minute walk from the hotel to the three countries bridge where you can walk from France across the Rhine into Germany. Nice hotel, friendly staff. Shuttle to the airport that is only a short drive away."
Roger 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hotel Villa K - Basel Airport

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 our traveller data, Hotel Märthof Basel is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Town. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Central City Hotel Rochat and Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Old Town?
Expedia has 75 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?
Basel Natural History Museum, Naturhistorisches 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.