The Best Hotels Closest to Basel Natural History Museum in Basel for 2026

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A multi-story hotel with a classic European architectural style, featuring a prominent corner entrance and multiple balconies.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a bathtub, and a unique water feature.

A spacious restaurant with wooden furniture, hexagonal patterned flooring, and large windows allowing natural light.

A street view with a building labeled "GAIA" and a construction crane in the distance.

1. GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

Sankt Alban, 0.7 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Lauri

$213 nightly

$231 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Total with taxes and fees

A buffet setup with various food items and a decorative centerpiece.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large column.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, yellow umbrellas, and a building with balconies.

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with white linens, a wall-mounted lamp, and a view of a building through a window with red curtains.

2. Hotel Schweizerhof Basel

Sankt Alban, 0.6 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Eric

$168 nightly

$184 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a patterned floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a red chair, and a small wooden table.

A Holiday Inn Express reception area with two reception desks, a blue wall with vertical wooden slats, and a sign indicating the General Manager's office.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television screen on the wall.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Basel Allschwil by IHG

1.7 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Jerry

$168 nightly

$184 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A modern restaurant with a long dining area, multiple tables, and chairs. There are large potted plants and hanging lights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

A modern lobby with a wooden wall, a curved seating area, and a reception desk with lamps.

A modern hotel entrance with a revolving door, glass facade, and potted plants.

4. Mövenpick Hotel Basel

Sankt Alban, 0.6 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Steve

$188 nightly

$206 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A long, narrow hallway with a curved ceiling, large windows on both sides, and a brown leather couch at the end.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a small stool, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted lights.

A spiral staircase with a central void, possibly for structural or design purposes.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a hammock, and a round window.

5. Silo Design & Boutique Hostel

Basel City Centre, 1.1 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Noreen

$115 nightly

$129 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

The exterior of the Steinschanze Stadthotel with large glass windows, a modern design, and a visible entrance.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink, and a mirror.

A dining area with a variety of breads and butter on a table.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, featuring white plates, silverware, and a white cup.

6. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Vorstädte, 0.4 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Crystal

$128 nightly

$143 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A modern reception area with a large, illuminated chandelier, a reception desk, and a seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a mirror, and a small shelf with toiletries.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a glass door and a sign for Pullman Hotels and Resorts in Basel, Europe.

A covered walkway with glass panels, a paved path, and a grassy area with a bench.

7. Pullman Basel Europe

Clara, 0.5 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Jeff

$185 nightly

$202 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a long dining table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a pendant light.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a view to the outside.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a hanging light fixture.

8. City Pop 2Night Basel - Self check-in

1.5 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Howell

$79 nightly

$92 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the interior of a building.

A modern lounge area with leather seating, a bar, and a large screen.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the street.

A modern lounge area with leather seating, a large mural, and a ceiling with multiple light fixtures.

9. Motel One Basel

Altstadt Grossbasel, 0.2 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Andrew

$139 nightly

$154 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-level atrium with ornate railings and chandeliers.

A bar area with a round counter, pink bar stools, and chandeliers.

A modern interior with a central seating area, wooden beams, and a large window.

An ornate interior with a grand chandelier, intricate ironwork, and a patterned floor.

10. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

Altstadt Grossbasel, 0.2 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Adam

$771 nightly

$810 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop terrace with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of buildings in the background.

A living room with two sofas, a rug, and a mounted TV.

A well-maintained garden with a gazebo, various potted plants, and a stone pathway.

A room with two wicker chairs around a round table, a potted plant, and a view of a street and trees through a large window.

11. B&B Auf dem Wolf - St. Jakob

Sankt Jakob, 1.6 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Bernice

$159 nightly

$169 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel lobby with a mix of seating areas, including a sofa and armchairs, a coffee table, and a console table with a vase. Large windows provide views of the cityscape.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills and weight machines.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, two leather chairs, a small round table with a book and a vase of flowers, and a bookshelf with books and a lamp.

A breakfast setting with a table set for two, including plates with toast, fruit, and a bowl of cereal.

12. Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

Altstadt Grossbasel, 0.3 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Charles

$187 nightly

$204 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with large windows, a covered outdoor seating area, and a well-maintained garden with lavender and other plants.

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a neon sign.

A modern library with multiple bookshelves, reading tables, and black pendant lights.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a reception desk.

13. Essential by Dorint Basel City

Basel City Centre, 0.8 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Catherine

$146 nightly

$162 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A dining area with tables set for a meal, large arched windows, and a view of a body of water.

A room with a view of a church through a window, a table with a lamp, and a radiator.

A riverside café with outdoor seating, bicycles, and a view of the river and buildings in the background.

A grand spiral staircase with ornate metal railings and a beige handrail.

14. Krafft Basel

Kleinbasel, 0.2 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Cathy

$197 nightly

$214 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel with a distinctive red facade and a multi-story structure with balconies.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a modern interior design.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the city.

A modern hotel lobby with a red carpet, a reception desk, and a large, curved ceiling light fixture.

15. Airport Hotel Basel

St. Johann, 1.7 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Andrew

$156 nightly

$172 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A modern lobby with circular ceiling lights, a bar area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

A modern restaurant with round tables, black chairs, and a bar area with a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

16. Novotel Basel City

Sankt Jakob, 1 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Mike

$152 nightly

$168 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with a slatted facade and a traditional building in the background.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, two beds, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings and large windows. Tables are set with chairs and dining ware.

A person grilling meat on an outdoor grill.

17. TOP HOTEL ODELYA Basel

0.6 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Marvin

$204 nightly

$221 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

A riverside walkway with a modern building in the background and a bridge extending over the water.

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a menu board listing breakfast and drinks.

A modern restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a marble wall.

A modern hotel entrance with a unique wall design and a QR code for information.

18. Dasbreitehotel

Breite, 1.1 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

Sherri

$122 nightly

$136 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

19. Hotel im Schlosspark

1.6 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

$222 nightly

$240 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A modern interior with a sofa set, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the street.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, shelves with bottles, and a menu stand.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and potted plants at the ibis hotel.

20. ibis Basel Bahnhof

Gundeldingen, 0.8 mi from Basel Natural History Museum

John

$119 nightly

$133 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Basel Natural History Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel	9.6 Exceptional 748 reviews	View
Hotel Schweizerhof Basel	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Basel Allschwil by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 252 reviews	View
Mövenpick Hotel Basel	9.6 Exceptional 679 reviews	View
Silo Design & Boutique Hostel	9.4 Exceptional 123 reviews	View

Top Basel Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Central City Hotel Rochat

10/10 Excellent

"In the middle of downtown close to tram"

Der Teufelhof Basel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff wonderful and helpful"

The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous hotel in the heart of Basel, within walking distance from the old city centre precinct. The staff were friendly and wonderful. There is a limited amount of parking onsite, but not for the faint-hearted, as the car park is narrow and the parking spaces are small."

Krafft Basel

10/10 Excellent

"I can't imagine a more perfect location to explore Basel. It is right on the Rhine River above a string of restaurants and shops. Across the river, there are beautiful views of historical landmarks. We were delighted to see people floating down the river when we arrived and wasted no time joining them. Hotel Krafft will forever live in our hearts."

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

10/10 Excellent

"The location is great, the staff super nice specially Chani."

Hotel Märthof Basel

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful property right I. The center of Old Town."

B&B Hotel Basel

8/10 Good

"Okay"

Basel Marriott Hotel

8/10 Good

"Loved everything except the rooms would get hot and humid at night, despite adjusting air conditioning. Otherwise great stay, restaurant breakfast was delicious and loved being close to a tram stop."

Limehome Basel Town Hall

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very comfortable and generally pretty clean. Check-in was super easy, and there was unlimited free coffee which was nice!"

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Basler Muenster

9.2/10 (612 reviews)

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Naturhistorisches Museum

9.8/10 (6 reviews)

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Munsterplatz

9.2/10 (284 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Basel with a stop at Munsterplatz. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

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White and Blue House

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Basel when you spend time at White and Blue House. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

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Basel Cathedral

Basel Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Basel, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's museums and art scene.

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Pfalz Basel

You can find out about the history of Basel with a stop at Pfalz Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

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The Palantine

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Swiss Architecture Museum

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Basel Natural History Museum?

Basel Natural History Museum is located in an area of Basel known for its interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 292 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Basel Natural History Museum?

Adjacent to Basel Natural History Museum, Hotel Märthof Basel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel and Hotel Schweizerhof Basel.

How many hotels will I find close to Basel Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 292 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Basel Natural History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Basel Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Basel Natural History Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Basel Natural History Museum?

For more information about updating your stay near Basel Natural History Museum or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Basel Natural History Museum?

Study the collections at Basel Historical Museum, Basel Art Museum, or Jean Tinguely Museum. While you're exploring, swing by White and Blue House, Ermitage, and Martinskirche to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Theater Basel, Burghof Loerrach, and Theater Fauteuil if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Basel Natural History Museum?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Basel Natural History Museum is easy. Local metro stations include Marktplatz Tram Stop and University Tram Stop. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Basel Bad Station or Basel (ZBA-Basel Bad Train Station).

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Our top choices for Basel Natural History Museum hotels

1. GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

2. Hotel Schweizerhof Basel

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Basel Allschwil by IHG

4. Mövenpick Hotel Basel

5. Silo Design & Boutique Hostel

6. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

7. Pullman Basel Europe

8. City Pop 2Night Basel - Self check-in

9. Motel One Basel

10. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

11. B&B Auf dem Wolf - St. Jakob

12. Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

13. Essential by Dorint Basel City

14. Krafft Basel

15. Airport Hotel Basel

16. Novotel Basel City

17. TOP HOTEL ODELYA Basel

18. Dasbreitehotel

19. Hotel im Schlosspark

20. ibis Basel Bahnhof

Compare popular hotels close to Basel Natural History Museum

Top Basel Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Central City Hotel Rochat

Der Teufelhof Basel

The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

Krafft Basel

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Hotel Märthof Basel

B&B Hotel Basel

Basel Marriott Hotel

Limehome Basel Town Hall

Other attractions near Basel Natural History Museum

Basler Muenster

Naturhistorisches Museum

Munsterplatz

White and Blue House

Basel Cathedral

Pfalz Basel

The Palantine

Swiss Architecture Museum

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