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Reviews of Basel Backpack

Dornacherstrasse 192, 4053 Basel, Switzerland

#39 of 66 hotels in Basel

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 904 hostel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 23 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi strength could have been better. Would be great if they had 24/7 reception, or at least until 12am

    Staff there was absolutely amazing and go above and beyond! I arrived late to Basel but the receptionist contacted me and stayed back to ensure I was able to check in and settle me in before closing up. All the staff have been very friendly and tried their best to accomodate!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The location isn't central, but right next to the tram stop so getting to the city center doesn't take too long.

    Nice rooms and the common space in the hostel + a terrace in front. Free filter coffee in the morning. Very helpful and friendly staff. Common bathrooms were always clean.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2023

    9.0
    Affordable, close to SBB, and facilities are good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice backpack to stay overnight in Basel. Facilities are perfect, close to basel SBB.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly staff. Old building but well maintained. Shared bathrooms are very clean. We were two people in a dorm for four so we had lots of space. We were given the Basel Card so we could use public transportation for free.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    9.0
    Pretty good hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no sockets near the beds. I found one but I couldn't use it because the bed was in front of the socket :(

    -Good location -Employees are kind and helpful -Clean -Shower area is large enough

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    9.0
    The staff was excellent and attended to my need of ice for preserving my medication.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was no soap.

    The bed was a bit too soft for my back.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2023

    8.0
    Great location in an old factory complex
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely ambiance in a special setting - very suitable for backpackers

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was missing some small wardrobe or shelving unit (for example something like Kallax from IKEA) in my room.

    Good accommodation for undemanding travelers. I had room with view to street and crossroad and I appreciated it, because I like this type of view when I'm on the short vacation. Young woman at the reception was helpful and friendly. My bed was comfortable. I would definitely use again.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No Internet connection in the Green Room (bed by the window). It was fine in other parts of the hostel.

    Friendly reception staff. Let me check in and drop my bags a bit earlier.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    9.0
    Smooth comfortable experience, fair price, near the train station, clean and with good facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The rooms were very large and there was plenty of space under the bunk beds, as well as a nice night stand. There were enough spaces in the bathroom, and the place was clean. It was only a 10-15 minute walk from the Basel train station, which made getting there very convenient. The staff was super helpful and kind and even stayed up late for my later arrival, which I appreciated, and the checkout was simple and quick.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    8.0
    pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I just found it strange that the bed was not ready - guest puts sheets on the bed. it wasn't a problem for me, but if I arrived too late it would have been a bit inconvenient...

    I stayed for a short period, less than 24hs and I didn't even use all the facilities from the hostel to avaliate proper... Butt I can say that I found the building and room beautiful, clean and well located :)

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    İ was little nervous about the shared bathroom and showers but everything was clean and hygienic. The staff was lovely. And you can understand just looking at the name of the hostel, it's designed for backpackers. Thanks to that you can meet new great people and make new friends easily in the public area.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2023

    9.0
    A good place for its price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers were not comfortable. The walls in the rooms were not soundproof.

    Availability of a kitchen and a fridge. Very pleasant stuff at the reception.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smell not clean outside the room and not enough for shower room in 1floor

    Staff was friend and helpful

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    8.0
    It's good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I think the breakfast must start at 7 am in the morning. Becoz if we have a train to catch in the early morn then we may miss the buffet breakfast.

    I liked Assistantlce, location, my bed and neatness.. I would notice you that the electric power socket was not working in my room(red) near to the window.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite old and not so comfortable beds. They produced so much noise when moving during sleeping. This should be improved.

    Nice location, just few steps from train station. Many shops and restaurants in the neighborhood.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2023

    9.0
    Comfortable and stylish room in hip area
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom was a little bit cold.

    Lovely style and design, spacious bathroom, very cool area.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nice big bunk beds and storage locker to securely keep your items away

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wi-if was in and out the whole time - if not downstairs.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2023

    9.0
    Very nice place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good location in a civilised area, tram station in front of the hostel. Bathrooms are cleaned continuously, would stay again!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best hostel we have ever stayed before. Very well inclemented conversion of an industrial building including beautiful details, which all give a pleasant add for the whole. We will be back.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smelly rooms, dirty common areas, wet bathrooms, very tall bunkbeds.

    Easy checkin, simple and good setup, friendly staff, good kitchen.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2023

    8.0
    A Good Choice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    The location is close to Main Railway Station with 10 minutes walking time. With kitchen facility means you can prepare your own meal and save money. Basel Backpack is suitable for budget Travellers.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not good soundproofing of the rooms. When other guests were making noise in the common area, you couldn't have a good rest.

    Nice hostel for good price in Basel: not far from train station, also close to stop of public transport (trams and bus).

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2023

    8.0
    Great location.
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My room was spacious. Location is great, there's a tram stop nearby to take you into town or to the train station!

    Stayed in March 2023

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