Gempenstrasse 64, 4053 Basel, Switzerland
#29 of 66 hotels in Basel
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1083 hostel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 April 2023
Bala
SingaporeLOVED the toilet and shower rooms. It was built to perfection. The rooms were spacious and I loved that we have our own closets and a sink as well.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 21 April 2023
Ulysses
SwitzerlandStaff was very friendly, bar area / kitchen area was very cosy, nice garden, etc. My room was HUGE, clean and the mattress very comfortable. Another good thing to mention: In many hotels in Switzerland this winter the radiators were cold during the night hours, absolutely no heating. In the HYVE, there was a nice warmth and I had a very good sleep!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 20 April 2023
Anisha
United StatesThere was nothing to dislike
Breakfast was great. The host was busy so I helped myself.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 20 April 2023
Claudine
United Kingdomthe staff was super friendly - Adrien stayed up later to wait for me as my plane was delayed because of strikes, and he stayed outside until 1am to make sure I'd check in ok. Then the next day they lended me an adaptor for my EU plug! Really great staff. Also, you get a BaselCard with your reservation, giving you free public transport and 50% off Basel museum so that makes up for the price (expensive for a dorm if you come from Europe where dorms are usually 10-15 euros per night). Highly recommend :)
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Jenny
United KingdomWe were a bit put off by the cost of the coffee the next morning, but I guess you have to expect that in Switzerland!
A huge double room, toilets and showers just down the hall. Lovely communal space. Fast wifi. Helpful directions so we found it from the train station easily and in under 5 min
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 13 April 2023
Sneha
LuxembourgI was not informed by the staff about the possibility of the Self-Check in Kiosk- if not for another fellow housemate, I would have been kept waiting for another hour to proceed with Check in Procedures!
Positive welcome area & a nice reception lounge. a good feel with a big kitchen & possibility to order basic food & coffee too. washrooms were clean, great luggage room facilities too. close proximity to train station & easy connection to many main attractions.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 11 April 2023
Ioannis
GermanyThe people at the breakfast , you are the best!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 11 April 2023
Heber
GermanyGreat place to stay. Super comfy and great location. Recommend.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 10 April 2023
Alfiia
HungaryI really liked the hotel, the hotel is modern, cozy, clean, wonderful delicious breakfast, especially liked the staff, thank you for your hospitality, next time I will definitely stay with you 😇🙌
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 9 April 2023
Braulio
LuxembourgThey mention in a sign that you can borrow a padlock for the luggage store, but when I asked for it, they said they don't have available, that's is completely understandable. But in the luggage room there were some empty lockers closed with padlocks (same model). I don't if users.only ask for them for nothing or something else.
It's very close to the central station and has a lot of facilities. Self check-in is great and so fast.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 27 March 2023
Ahmed
EgyptPAID BREAKFAST
CLEAN
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 22 March 2023
Christina
GermanyI did not find out from the mail how to enter the building. Normally, they wrote that there should be a code to enter the building without the help of other people, but to me and another guest, it was not clear at all.
Very easy checkin at a checkin station, comfy bed with a lot of power sockets. 7 minutes walk from the train station. Ideal to take a flight the next morning.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 20 March 2023
Holly
GermanyBeds are basic with no means of privacy/blocking light. Having the hairdryer and sink directly in the room encourages disturbing of room mates early morning/late at night.
Modern and clean, good location close to main transport links. Friendly staff.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 19 March 2023
Bichseld
SwitzerlandVery easy checkin process. Nice breakfast. Very good value for monney
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 13 March 2023
Rohith
NetherlandsNo interaction with staff. The room/bed number is not sent on email and is only shown during check in, so make sure to note it down. Otherwise restarting the check in process shows it. Overall not much of a community to hang around that I found
Checkin was smooth direct with self service and keycard. Location was really convenient as it's next to Basel SBB walking distance. Rooms were larger that I expected and were relatively nice for the given price.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 7 March 2023
Juan
ArgentinaEverything was good!!
The hostel is located in a quiet place, very close to the train station and other transports. It's a little bit far away from the city center (around 25 minutes walking), but as a tourist, you will receive the Basel card that allows you to take the public transport free. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare your own meals and there is some coffee, tea you can use. There are some common areas very comfortable you can use during your stay or even after the checkout.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 1 March 2023
Marcella
United StatesThe location was good, a little far if you don't have a basel pass but great if you do. Facilities were clean and rooms were basic. The door that separates the room from the hallway helped muffle early risers and snoring. I had no contact with staff, but the check in/out process was easy.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 25 February 2023
Florian
GermanyWorkation perfect, nice area and spaces
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 22 February 2023
Виктория
UkraineAmazing experience. Clean rooms, excellent location, friendly staff, good breakfast.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 13 February 2023
Sven
Switzerland-
I liked the room, the quality of everything and the very friendly staff.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 30 January 2023
Hasan
Pakistanreception was not 24/7
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 27 January 2023
Houari
United Arab EmiratesThis review has been hidden because it doesn't meet our guidelines.
Reviewed: 6 January 2023
Pranay
Irelandthey close the common room and game after 10 and it’s where we meet and make new friends
clean, staff was really good
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2023
Djokic
SerbiaLack of staff people at the property.
Everything was automatic without human intervention. Check in, breakfast serving...
Stayed in December 2022
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