The Passage - Urban Retreat
The Passage - Urban Retreat
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Newly built in 2014, The Passage in Basel is a centrally located design hotel featuring a sauna, a fitness centre, free WiFi access and air-conditioned rooms. The Basel SBB Train Station is 850 metres away. The spacious and soundproofed rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, an iPod dock, a laptop safe, a coffee machine and a bathroom with shower or bath tub. Slippers are provided as well in each room. Guests have free access to the hotel's fitness centre and sauna. Guests can enjoy drinks at The Passage café bar with a seating area in the courtyard. Restaurants and the Old Town are 200 metres from the hotel. The Messe Basel Fair Ground is 2 km away and the main attractions, such as the Basel Cathedral and the Market Square are reachable within a 5-minute walk.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Maxine
United Kingdom
“Lovely hotel in a great location only 10 minute walk to train station and 10 minutes into Basel old town. The hotel is spotlessly clean, comfy king size bed and immaculate bathroom. We stayed in the executive double on 4th floor and it was very...” - Paul
United Kingdom
“A very warm welcome received not just for us but for our dogs too. A nice touch with water bowls and treats for them! The bathroom in particular was fabulous with speckled green pattern on white surface. Good size room and comfortable bed. ...” - Trevor
Switzerland
“Loved the size and modern decor of the room and the overall serenity the hotel provides. The location is convenient as it is a walk away from the train station, Old Town and the Rhine. The mini bar was a pleasant surprise. Would definitely stay at...” - Izabela
Poland
“The staff is very friendly and welcoming. Rooms are spacious and modern. Location is very central. Walking distance to the old town and good connection to other parts of the city.” - Ovidiu-florin
Switzerland
“Good breakfast with plenty of choices. Sound proof rooms, did not hear anybody else or street traffic during our stay. Really big room & bathroom. Clean facilities and helpful staff. Location is adjacent to the old town.” - Norbert
Hungary
“Modern hotel within walking distance of the city centre and the Christmas markets. Good variety buffet breakfast, and free mulled wine in winter evenings was a nice touch.” - Pascal
Switzerland
“Rooms are always very luxurious, you feel like you are home! Love the bathrooms very much!” - Corinna
Germany
“Very clean rooms, good size room, good size and comfortable bed, great shower: spacious, rain shower and good pressure Glad to find a nespresso machine in the room 🙂 Very helpful and generous staff” - Lauren
United States
“The staff, location, room basically everything about the stay was excellent! Really close to the Christmas Market, restaurants and shopping. The bed was comfy and the room was fairly quiet too.” - Cfoo
Singapore
“Such welcoming and helpful staff. Best rain shower we hv ever experienced! Clean, uncluttered & amazing breakfast!”
Hotel surroundings
Facilities of The Passage - Urban RetreatGreat facilities! Review score, 9
Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
PetsPets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingPrivate parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs CHF 25 per day.
- Parking garage
Transport
- Public transport tickets
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Laptop safe
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Accessibility
- Lower bathroom sink
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness
- MassageAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Languages spoken
- German
- English
- French
- Italian
House rulesThe Passage - Urban Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests 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.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.