Vorstädte

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The Basel Paper Museum.

A fantastic way to spend an afternoon in Basel. Great for couples or families. 

The museum walks you through the history of paper making, writing, printing and book making. You can make your own paper, try calligraphy, try marbling and use a typewriter and printer. The hosts at the museum speak English, French and German. There are people on hand to explain everything as you go.

There's a working waterwheel and the museum produces paper gifts for the shop. A must for anyone who loves stationary, craft, paperwork, graphics, printing and fonts.
Basel Art Museum featuring street scenes
Basel Art Museum which includes street scenes
Basel Art Museum showing a statue or sculpture

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Vorstädte Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

4 out of 5
Steinentorstrasse 25 Basel BS
$186 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$204 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Steinengraben 69 Basel BS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$127 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
$143 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
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Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (917 reviews)
The vineyard looked terrible as it is still winter in Basel. The wifi was extremely weak and sometimes I could not connect at all. Visitors should be advised of the very weak strength of the Wifi. What a disappointment!

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

4 out of 5
Steinengraben 51 Basel BS
$165 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$182 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
this hotel is a true gem in Basel. It’s convenient to the old historic city and close to the train station. The rooms are wonderfully designed very clean and modern. The staff was excellent and helpful.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel
Der Teufelhof Basel

Der Teufelhof Basel

3.5 out of 5
Leonhardsgraben 47-49 Basel BS
$195 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$213 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (877 reviews)
The hotel was within walking distance of most of the major attractions and restaurants. The staff were very friendly, helpful and overall amazing. We loved our stay and would recommend any one looking for accommodation in Basel to consider this hotel.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Der Teufelhof Basel
ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels

ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels

4 out of 5
Steinenvorstadt 42 Basel 614817472
$191 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$209 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (190 reviews)
The hotel staff was excellent. The location of the hotel is perfectly placed in the old city easy to find and very close to the SBB train station. The rooms are beautifully updated. Have a very Swiss modern feel. I suggest getting a room on the front side of the hotel, preferably a higher floor.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels
Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel

Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel

4 out of 5
Brunngaesslein 8 Basel
$241 nightly
The price is $261 total per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
$261 total
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (498 reviews)
Excellent staff great location

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Vorstädte

Parliament Building In Basel, Switzerland.

Build in 1504 to 1514 at the Marktplatz. Today it's still used as the actual Parliament Building for the Grand Council of Basel-City.

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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
The view across the Rhine in Basel

Old Town

Museums, art galleries, and live music are just a few things travelers like about Old Town. Sights like Basel Natural History Museum and Basel Town Hall are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Basel area at Marktplatz Tram Stop.

Old Town
Panorama of Kleinbasel district of Basel and the riverbank of Rhine River, Switzerland

Kleinbasel

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

Kleinbasel
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 Basel Natural History Museum or Basler Muenster while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.

Basel City Centre
Clarakirche Basel

Clara

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

Clara
Basel SBB railway station in Switzerland

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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