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City Inn Basel

3.0 star property
City-center hotel in Basel

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In the heart of Sankt Alban, City Inn Basel offers a comfortable retreat. Enjoy in-room WiFi, valet parking, and an area shuttle to explore nearby Basel Zoo. Guests also appreciate the helpful staff and amenities like an electric car charging station and front-desk safe.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Area shuttle
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
  • Self parking (surcharge)
The current price is $126
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Small Single Room, only accessible by the stairs

A hotel room with a bed, a bright green chair, and a white door.

Small Single Room, only accessible by the stairs

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Budget Room with Queen Bed, only accessible by the stairs

A neatly made bed with white bedding and two green pillows, a white bedside table with a radio, and a green wall.

Budget Room with Queen Bed, only accessible by the stairs

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Budget Room with Twin Beds, only accessible by stairs

A hotel room with a bed, green curtains, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Budget Room with Twin Beds, only accessible by stairs

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Twin Beds, accessible by the elevator

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

Deluxe Room with Twin Beds, accessible by the elevator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite

A room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room with King Bed, accessible by the elevator

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

Deluxe Room with King Bed, accessible by the elevator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The price is $92
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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About the neighborhood

Map
Centralbahnplatz 14, Basel, 4002

What's nearby

  • Basel Zoo - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basel University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Basler Muenster - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marktplatz - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 17 min drive
  • Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport) - 17 min drive
  • Basel SBB Station - 2 min walk
  • Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station) - 2 min walk
  • Basel Station - 3 min walk
  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • University Tram Stop - 22 min walk
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Spettacolo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bierrevier - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lora - ‬3 min walk

About this property

City Inn Basel

  • Located near a train station, City Inn Basel is a great choice for a stay in Basel. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop is 6 minutes away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Elisabethenanlage 5, 4002 Basel]
    • Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Covered onsite self parking (CHF 30 per day)
    • Covered onsite valet parking (CHF 30 per day)
    • Limited self and valet parking on site
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 19 per person
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 30 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs CHF 30 per day
  • Covered valet parking costs CHF 30 per day
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Also known as

City Basel
City Inn Basel Hotel
City Inn Basel Basel
City Inn Basel Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Does City Inn Basel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, City Inn Basel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at City Inn Basel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 30 per pet, per day. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at City Inn Basel?

Yes. Self parking costs CHF 30 per day. Valet parking costs CHF 30 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at City Inn Basel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at City Inn Basel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Basel (5-min drive) and Casino Barriere De Blotzheim (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at City Inn Basel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

What's the area around City Inn Basel like?

City Inn Basel is in Sankt Alban, a short 6-minute walk from Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop and 9 minutes' walk from Basel Zoo.

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Reviews

City Inn Basel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, delicious, and complete with a great selection of options. (29 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant offered excellent food and a good selection for breakfast with great views. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Train station
Location
Breakfast
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Air conditioning
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Lobby
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice, clean hotel just next to the railway station. Easy check in with a nice receptionist.
Tiia, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great aircon and breakfast. Helpful staff
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We booked this hotel last minute because we wanted AC. We stayed on the 2nd floor. The AC was good, they provided a bed for our baby and accepted an early check in and late check out. Everything was clean, the staff was nice, available and helpful. It's easy to walk to all tourist attraction and very close to the train station! We would definitely stay there again. The only thing that would have made our stay better is having a minifridge in the room.
Vanessa, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Super location. The front desk staff was very helpful. Clean and spacious room with air conditioner . Nice breakfast 😃.
Celeste, 5-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Windows were very bad, i had a room that faces the main street and the sound from outside was as there were no windows. Room was clean and staff was friendly.
slobodan, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This hotel shares the same building as the Hotel Metropol as is a bit of a rabbit warren the bar and restaurant are in the Hotel Metropol. Rooms in the City Inn were very clean and modern and there is a tea and coffee station in the corridor Wi fi is included and good
Lourena, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very wonkey getting around in the hotel. You have to use two elevators and walk through many corridors but the price and location are good. Very near the train, tram, and bus. Thrifty shopping and eating nearby. The room is very large. The shower is also large. Breakfast is good. No complaints.
Suzanne, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good place for families
Philippe M, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was simple and small but met our needs for our one night stay near the rail station. The staff were friendly. We used the local metro passes to get to the old historic area. I highly recommend travelers use these. There was a coffee and tea service in the hall way. Air flow was great in our room. I would stay here again.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good room, friendly staff
Eileen, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff very friendly and helpful Great location, really convenient for the station and public transport. And the centre of the city
Sara, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean and comfortable in a perfect location, and an amazing breakfast. What’s not to like?
Charlotte, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The location was very central and convenient to the Bahnhof and the airport bus and city tram stations. The breakfast was good with lactose free milk options available. The staff were very friendly. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Perfect for an airport stay.
Gillian, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location
Taft, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is the third time I have stayed here. Dog friendly, close to the train station, very good value.
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great central location, helpful staff
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Only one night. Helpful and friendly staff. Breakfast delicious 😋
Lori, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Hotel was clean, and I enjoyed that it connected to grand hotel Euler, and having access to their reception staff, fitness room etc. Mattress was bit hard and pillows too soft. Otherwise nothing else to complain about.
Nanny, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect hotel with good location

Nice and friendly staff, clean and comfort room. Very good location.
Mihaela, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very polite staff..great location for quick overnight.
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very nice and affordable hotel close to the central station, perfect for a night in between trains.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

One night stay while traveling through area. Location perfect - right next to train/tram/bus. Room was good for 1 night stay.
Gregory, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Perfect location near railway station and trams. Small, basic room, no view, but ok for a short stay.
Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This hotel isn't an actual "proper" hotel, it seems to be the top 3 floors of a different hotel, and the check-in is even done in the reception of a 3rd hotel next door. Is a very strange setup. Having said that, the room that we got was decent value, comfortable and clean and with lots of space (a nice change coming from Paris). Location is great, right outside the door of the main train station, and maybe 5mins walk from the city center.
Kieran, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great
Myrna, 1-night trip