Title: Merian am Rhein Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6050770&destination=Basel%2C+Basel-Stadt%2C+Switzerland&selected=101392702&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Merian am Rhein Travelers stay connected with what matters at this Basel City Centre property, where self check-in convenience meets the perfect location near the charming zoo ## Photo gallery for Merian am Rhein ![Exterior - Merian am Rhein (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/3835c4f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from room - Merian am Rhein (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/5368eadd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast area - Merian am Rhein (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/ea71187b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Merian am Rhein (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/c2ffe07b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Merian am Rhein (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/142b12bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Merian Basel - Self Check-in sits right in Basel City Centre, offering travelers a practical home base with express check-in and check-out services. The property provides in-room WiFi for staying connected, and places guests just a short walk from the delightful Basel Zoo. ## Reviews 6.8 ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Free WiFi ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=101392702&PinnedHotelID=101392702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=101392702&PinnedHotelID=101392702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=101392702&PinnedHotelID=101392702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=101392702&PinnedHotelID=101392702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=101392702&PinnedHotelID=101392702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=101392702&PinnedHotelID=101392702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=101392702&PinnedHotelID=101392702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=101392702&PinnedHotelID=101392702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Economy Single Room ![Economy Single Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/63b38b6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Single Room - City view - 226 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Single Room with Sofa Bed ![Single Room with Sofa Bed | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/a6cdcf01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room with Sofa Bed - City view - 237 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Superior Single Room, River View ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/e8b55ea9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Single Room, River View - River view - 248 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Single Room ![Comfort Single Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/f5e7faeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Single Room - City view - 248 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/feccecaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room - City view - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, River View ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/dc4f7f65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, River View - River view - 237 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room, River View ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/a4afc5e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, River View - River view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Suite ![Standard Suite | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/206c51ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite - City view - 646 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds ### View all photos for Junior Suite with River View ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101400000/101392800/101392702/1a4d8ef7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite with River View - River view - 484 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/2523a710.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Essential by Dorint Basel City Basel City Centre - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - 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[Visit our Basel travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Basel.dx6050770) [View more Hostels in Basel](https://www.expedia.com/Basel-Hostels.d6050770-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C47.56066%2C7.59123&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZY8njg7OsD8RrSj8HfYV8pevrq4=) 2 Rheingasse, Basel, BS, 4058 ### What's nearby - ![Town hall in Basel Switzerland. This building is over 500 years old❤️](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050770/4977c873-0ce4-4d39-9f64-b1f8c346b7cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basel Town Hall 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Rathaus, Basel Town Hall - Switzerland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067705/461601ba-b737-4506-81ae-cda98247fe4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Marktplatz 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Basel featuring a river or creek and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067711/cd308d96-1910-465d-aad1-acd13fccb186.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basler Muenster 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Basel University 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Congress Center Basel 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Marktplatz Tram Stop 5 min walk - Basel Bad Station 19 min walk - EuroAirport Airport (BSL) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Manora Restaurant 2 min walk - Döner Stop 3 min walk - Starbucks 2 min walk - Zum alte Schluuch 1 min walk - Brauerei Fischerstube 3 min walk ## About this property ### Merian am Rhein Hostel located in Basel City Centre Merian am Rhein provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises - An elevator Room features All 64 rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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Check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### Property is also known as Merian am Rhein Basel Merian Basel Self Check in Merian am Rhein Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Merian am Rhein Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Basel ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Merian am Rhein pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Merian am Rhein? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Merian am Rhein? ### What time is check-out at Merian am Rhein? ### Where is Merian am Rhein located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Merian am Rhein Reviews 6.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.8 Cleanliness ### 5.2 Amenities ### 5.8 Staff & service ### 6.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 16 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 8 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward Dec 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Clean, central, great views over the river if you have a river view room. ##### Edward Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Kassandra Dec 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness This was a self check in hotel, it was clean. There was a bit of difficulty checking in, thankfully we got assistance from a local that stopped to check out the hotel for future accommodations. ##### Kassandra Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### David John Jan 16, 2026 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Location of property is in excellent position for transport, walking and shopping. I complained about noise but no reply. I was there for almost 3 weeks. Curtains in my room were broken. The corridor to my room had a disgusting smell. The cleaning staff were excellent and were very helpful. Coffee machine was not always working. Advertised fruit and croissants not always available even before 08:00am. ##### David John Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### George May 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great cheap hotel Good service and price ##### George Stayed 1 night in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Byong Feb 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Seamless check in and out. Great location. ##### Byong Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Balthazar Jun 10, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I have been there before, i don’t know what this new management is thinking by ruining what was otherwise a charming hotel in Basel, with a real breakfast by the river. Now it’s self checkin with no staff at some hours and a police station looking room that offers croissants for breakfast - and yet, the price stays the same if not higher!!!!!!! Forget about this hotel. ##### Balthazar Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### John May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities Very functional, and only or a business trip or if you are poor - the room was relatively cheap. There is merely sleeping and washing provision, and a hot drinks machine and a croissant for breakfast all automatically dispensed from a sitting out area three floors below - there is no kettle in the room so no hot drinks on hand; there is no mini bar. - there is no reception staff on location. The hotel is clean; the room was a single room, as it had a great view of Basel across the Rhine - I suspect I was given this room by accident, as it would have been good for a romantic stay had it had reception and in room facilities; perhaps I got this room in error, as checking in was all done remotely.; ##### John Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Michael Nov 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities The check in experiance was a trainwreck. I had to call the help voice line and it took time to find my reservation. The room refrigerator was broken. There was no bar soap. No in room coffee or tea. The bed was comfortable and the view was to die for! Mixed bag, caused alot of anxiety. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/92205aeb-62ce-4019-85f3-ff73f33b51fb-1762946098767.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Cathy Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 "after hours" because after a certain time of night, you must use your keycard to enter) There are 2 check in terminals that you enter your information into and then you load your keycards yourself. There are also good sized, lockable, luggage storage cabinets available in the lobby in case you arrive before your room is ready. We requested and received a river view room. It was a great view but was a bit noisy into the late night due to restaurants and foot traffic. Closing the window helped a lot. It was a great location-tram was just outside the building, old town area was very walkable and you can walk up and down the river on a great, paved sidewalk. I would recommend the property. I only gave "Staff and Service" a 3 star rating because there really is no one that you see! ![View from our room](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/38149d04-342f-4a23-a7cc-aabc33a9fa65-1760975184882.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Basel Minster Cathedral view from our room](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2c8627f8-2129-4ea5-b853-f44768b53614-1760975226551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Cathy Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Klaus Aug 7, 2025 it seems like an old style hotel ##### Klaus Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Darren Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel very clean but on air conditioning ##### Darren Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Mark May 24, 2025 Basic functional room, the one pillow had no support. ##### Mark Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Chandra Aug 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Very noisy due to club downstairs. Very rowdy patrons. No aircon too. Eventually also did not get the river facing room as requested. ##### Chandra Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Francisco Jun 8, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities My self checkin didn’t work. The code didn’t work, i couldn’t reach anyone by phone or email for hours and i have to check into a different hotel, now i’m struggling to get a refund for the room i paid in advance and they did not provide access too. Their costumer support is not being helpful. ##### Francisco Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Gregory Nov 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service, amenities The self-check in was a mess. Wouldn't accept our code. Luckily a German speaking man called the number and helped us. Having no staff on premisses made it difficult to ask questions about the area, restaurants and to call a taxi. ##### Gregory Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Valerie Jun 19, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel should be one of the most beautiful in the city — the view is truly stunning. And yet, the overall experience borders on unacceptable. During the busy Art Basel week, while we are paying $700 per night, there wasn’t even a staff member to welcome us — just a screen at the entrance. Naturally, the system didn’t work, so we had to call someone just to check in. But how is it possible that, in 2025, a hotel in the south doesn’t have air conditioning? Just a sad little fan? The room was stiflingly hot — completely inappropriate for the season. The furniture and decor seem stuck in the 1980s or 1990s. There’s been no attempt to update or refresh anything. Even a few simple museum posters could have brought a touch of charm or cultural relevance — but clearly, no effort was made. The mini-fridge barely worked, which made things worse given the heat in the room. The hairdryer was useless — more of a relic than a functional appliance. The breakfast area was dreadful — dirty, depressing, and entirely uninviting. And at check-out? No proper luggage storage. Only six lockers for the entire hotel, while most guests had large suitcases. Completely inadequate. Hotels in Basel seem to take their guests for granted, assuming that Art Basel alone is enough to justify high prices and poor service. But they’ve already lost the watch fair — if things continue like this, the art fair could be next. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9a66348c-f356-4556-9d33-e1caa91fdef6-1750342784793.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/87f67721-584c-417b-a747-db9220a82710-1750343141519.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/133d7ec1-63af-4f66-9276-99ca700ec097-1750343150287.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Valerie Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rainer Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Sehr gut gelegen mit super Ausblick auf den Rhein. Zimmer war sauber und ruhig. Zu empfehlen! ##### Rainer Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Maria Antonietta Oct 13, 2025 Liked: Room comfort Normale. ##### Maria Antonietta Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Jean Oct 3, 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort \- Aucun service hormis le café/croissant du matin - Oreille dans un mauvais état. - Taille de la chambre correcte, mais salle de bain et douce très très petite - Logiciel de check-in / check-out qui ne fonctionne pas bien et il n'y a pas de réception - Trés moyen dans l'ensemble - Bonne localisation ##### Jean Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Cecelia Sep 17, 2025 Zu einer Aufenthalt kam es garnicht - wurde einfach nicht auf Email-Anfragen - weder von Expedia, noch von mir persönlich - reagiert. Datumsänderung sollte vorgenommen werden gegen Gebühr, dazu kam es garnicht. Musste meiner Reise in die Schweiz deswegen abbrechen, aber bezahlen soll ich das Hotel, die ohne Rezeption ist am WE und nur mit Code zu betreten wäre. Das lasse ich so nicht stehen. Der Fehler lag nicht an mir - gab reichlich Zeit das Datum zu ändern, nur wenn keine Reaktion vom Personal kommt- wie hätte ich da reinkommen sollen an dem Sonntagabend. Eine Schande! Cecelia W. ##### Cecelia Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Übertrag meine Erwartungen, top Empfehlung Das einchecken war etwas unverständlich aber ging nach einigen Anläufen (Res. Nummer wurde nicht erkannt). Sehr saubere Zimmer und Badezimmer, liebevoll hergerichtet mit allem was man benötigt. Top ist der Kaffee to go mit Aussicht auf den Rhein, tolle Lounge mit frischen Früchten und Croissants zum Frühstück. Ich bin sehr überrascht, über die Sauberkeit und die Ausstattung und kann es sehr empfehlen, wenn man auf Schnickschnack verzichten kann. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/403372b3-14fd-4d18-ad08-7302adefc915-1757276466473.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9d9380e2-2c89-4e8a-9bd3-3f6cd94b644b-1757276466609.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c74ef357-da15-4b1b-a4c3-6384a760cda5-1757276465776.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Andrea Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveler Aug 21, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Måske et af de dårligste hoteller jeg nogensinde har boet på, særligt til prisen. Hotellet fremstår meget gammelt og slidt. Der er absolut ingen service og det er umuligt at komme i kontakt med hotellet når man prøver at ringe. Der er ikke noget A/C på værelserne og den eneste måde at få kølet rummet er ved at åbne døren på den lille altan ud til en meget populært område med undeserving til klokken 1 om natten. ##### Verified traveler Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Joachim Jul 1, 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities die Lage war sehr gut. Das self check in war etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig aber funktionierte Da wir mit den Rädern reisten war die Info diesbezüglich mit Abstellmöglichkeit weniger gut - hatten aber eine Platz gefunden. ##### Joachim Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### RAFAEL Jun 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service #### no apto para pesraonas mayores muy limpio miu bonito jamas vimos a nadie que nos pudeira dar indicaciones, queriamos dejar las maletas y aprovecahr el dia y nos tuvimos que ir al aeropuerto 8 hroas antes porque el hotel es tan ingetlitenge que no hay nadie ##### RAFAEL Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Kerstin May 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness #### Self Service mit perfekter Lage für Basel Das beste am Hotel ist seine Lage direkt am Rhein und nur wenige Fußminuten in die Innenstadt. Wir hatten eine Junior Suite zu dritt, das Zimmer war leider sehr klein, aber der Blick war phantastisch! Es ist ein Self Service Hotel, zum Frühstück gibt es nur Gipfeli, die aber super lecker sind! Außerdem kann man sich den ganzen Tag an Tee und Kaffee bedienen. 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