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Hotel Schweizerhof enjoys a preferred location in the center of Basel, next to the SBB train station and is easily accessible by car and public transport. Local phone calls are free. It offers nonsmoking rooms, a rich buffet breakfast, 24-hour continental breakfast and 24-hour hotel bar. Wi-Fi access is free in the entire hotel. There is a also business corner with free access to the internet and a printer. Public transportation within Basel and the surrounding area is provided to guests free of charge. Guests have access to free, refridgerated mineral water on 3 floors of the Hotel Schweizerhof. Free parking for a maximum of 5 cars is available, and more than 500 parking spaces can be found around the hotel. All important museums, theaters, sport stadiums, the Basel Zoo as well as the congress and exhibition center are easily reachable on foot or by public transportation from the Schweizerhof. Tea and Coffee facilites as well as a safe box can be found in every room.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Basel, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
or
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
8.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Naomi
    Israel Israel
    Great location - 1 minute walk from train station. Great breakfast. Friendly staff
  • Hilary
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Everything was great, and the size of the room and bathroom was really good. It is a good breakfast and the staff are very helpful.
  • Inessa
    Monaco Monaco
    quality in everything - people, cleanness, breakfast, room size and facilities 👌
  • Andrea
    United States United States
    Clean, comfortable with great location. The staff was very nice and welcoming. Room got cleaned every day. The room includes free public transportation in the city.
  • Yingqi
    China China
    The hotel is right across the street from the Basel train station and the rooms are among the larger ones in Europe. The hotel staff was very helpful.
  • Daniel
    United States United States
    This is a beautiful hotel. Breakfast was amazing as well as the location! The staff was attentive and friendly. Our overnight stay was a delight. We traveled from the Basel SBB train station in the morning and it was so convenient.
  • Michele
    United States United States
    The staff in this hotel is very friendly, helpful, and efficient. Our room (in the newer section) was quite spacious and comfortable. The location near the train station and tram stops is very convenient. The hotel provides a pass to the Basel...
  • Tenna
    United States United States
    This hotel was easy to get to from the train station. It was just across the street which made taking day trips to other cities very easy. This property was very clean, updated, and comfortable.
  • Leah
    United States United States
    Perfect location to explore the Christmas markets as well as get the train to Zurich.
  • Hazel
    United States United States
    Location was great, close to all trams and trains. The breakfast was also excellent. Will stay there again.

Hotel area info

Amenities of Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Outdoors

  • Sun deck
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Cycling
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs CHF 23 per day.

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Transportation

  • Public transit tickets

Front Desk Services

  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe

General

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Spa

  • Fitness center
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Russian
  • Slovenian

House rules
Hotel Schweizerhof Basel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests will receive a BaselCard upon check-in. This guest card includes complementary use of public transport within Basel city and surroundings (Zone 10, 11, 13, 14 & 15, including Euroairport), free WiFi, as well as discounts on admission to cultural and leisure activities. Please note that the public transfer (2nd class) from EuroAirport or Basel main train stations to the hotel on the day of your arrival is free of charge with your booking confirmation.

Renovation work of the hotel facade will be carried out from December 9, 2024, until March 31, 2025. The work will be taking place from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Hotel Schweizerhof Basel