Old Town

Basel

Basel featuring street scenes and a house
Basel which includes a pond and street scenes
Basel featuring a sunset and a city
Basel which includes a fountain, a statue or sculpture and outdoor art
Photo provided by Basel Tourismus/ Cinerent Open Air AG
Feel like you're living in the past at Old Town. This carefully preserved area makes it easy to picture how life was a long time ago.

Located in Basel, this historic district is well worth a visit. But you'll find tons more to explore in this area. Basel Zoo, Basler Muenster, and Beyeler Foundation aren't too far away from Old Town.


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Old Town Hotel Deals

Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel

4.5 out of 5
Marktgasse 19 Basel BS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$330 nightly
The price is $353 total per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
$353 total
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (744 reviews)
Everyone was so Pleasant rooms were very clean the restaurant and bar staff outstanding

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Hotel Märthof Basel
Hotel D - Basel - Fully Renovated 2025

Hotel D - Basel - Fully Renovated 2025

4 out of 5
Blumenrain 19 Basel BS
$182 nightly
The price is $200 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$200 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (763 reviews)
Fabulous location on the edge of the old town. Great staff. Comfortable bed, but only dim lighting in the room. Also, in our “Executive Room”, there was a weird slightly frosted, glass panel between the bedroom and the bathroom. It didn’t appear to serve any useful purpose (both rooms had windows, ...

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Hotel D - Basel - Fully Renovated 2025
Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat

3 out of 5
Petersgraben 23 Basel
$138 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$153 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (652 reviews)
Lovely hotel, very friendly and professional staff,they couldnt do enough to help. Rooms where spacious and clean. The hotel was in a fantastic location, really close to the centre of town but still quiet at night. The breakfast was plentiful and very good quality. I would highly recommend this ...

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Central City Hotel Rochat
Merian am Rhein

Merian am Rhein

2 Rheingasse Basel BS
$106 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
$110 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hostel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Martinskirche and White and Blue House are located ...
6.4/10 (39 reviews)
The property has NO staff. (except a maid) That was a bit confusing at first. Although at the time of booking it does state that there is no manned check-in, it is not clear how to check in until you actually arrive. We didn't know if you could even get into the building, but you can. (not sure of ...

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Merian am Rhein
Limehome Basel Münzgasse

Limehome Basel Münzgasse

2 out of 5
12 Münzgasse Basel BS
$140 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$145 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Theater Fauteuil and Pharmacy Museum Basel ...
7.8/10 Good! (70 reviews)
Lovely location, good size room, didn't receive my access codes ahead of getting there which could distress some travellers

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Limehome Basel Münzgasse
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

4 out of 5
Rebgasse 12-14 Basel
$188 nightly
The price is $206 total per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
$206 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Martinskirche and Basel Natural History Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (137 reviews)
Staff was friendly and very helpful. Thank you !

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
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Other neighborhoods around Old Town

Why crossing over the river Rhine using an ordinary bridge? This ferry is a very special experience. The boat is guided and pulled by the water itself

Kleinbasel

Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

Kleinbasel
Basel featuring street scenes and a house

Altstadt Grossbasel

Take time in Altstadt Grossbasel to visit attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Altstadt Grossbasel
A tram station in Basel covered in snow

Clara

Restaurants and river views are some things travelers note about Clara. Check out Musical Theater Basel or Munsterplatz while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Clara
Basel Art Museum showing night scenes and street scenes

Vorstädte

Take time in Vorstädte to visit attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Vorstädte
Basel featuring modern architecture

Basel City Centre

4.5/5(233 area reviews)

Museums, art galleries, and historic sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basler Muenster or Munsterplatz while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.

Basel City Centre
The Peter Merian building complex is located just next to the Basel train station. It can be easily seen on the way into Basel when arriving by train. Modern architecture with a lot of photographic potential #architecture #troveontuesday

Gundeldingen

While you're in Gundeldingen, take in top sights like Via Gottardo and jump on the metro at Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Gundeldingen


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