Basel Backpack - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Basel with a restaurant and a bar

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds
Restaurant
Balcony
Interior
Restaurant

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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192 Dornacherstrasse, Basel, BS, 4053
  • Place, Basel Zoo
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Jakobshalle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Marktplatz
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

8 - Bed Dormitory, Female

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

8-Bed-Dormitory, Mixed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Basel

Located in Gundeldingen within a 5-minute walk of Heiliggeistkirche, Basel Backpack - Hostel is within a 15-minute stroll of Basel University. This 16-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Basel Zoo - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Basel Art Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • St. Jakobshalle - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Marktplatz - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Basler Muenster - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Basel Station - 11 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spark - Wine And Coffee Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪L'esquina - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vito - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Plato Kitchen Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Tenzan - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Basel Backpack - Hostel

Hostel in Basel with a restaurant and a bar
Basel Backpack - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a library. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-in, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Washers/dryers, free newspapers, and hair dryers are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (CHF 12 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 10 for adults and CHF 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property will place a credit card authorization for the price of the first night without city tax for any bookings.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 10 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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.
  • Towels fee: CHF 2 per person, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CHF 10 for adults and CHF 5 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 12 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 10 per pet, per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 30.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Basel Backpack - Hostel?

Basel Backpack - Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Basel Backpack - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Gundeldingen within a short 12-minute walk of BIS Tower and also 5 minutes on foot from Heiliggeistkirche. You'll also find Basel Zoo and Basler Muenster within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Basel Backpack - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel include a casino on the premises?

No, Basel Backpack - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Basel Backpack - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Basel Backpack - Hostel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this hostel.

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Basel Backpack - Hostel serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Basel Backpack - Hostel for a fee of CHF 10 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

What is the closest airport to Basel Backpack - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Basel Backpack - Hostel is EuroAirport Airport (BSL), which is 8.5 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), which is located 8.5 mi away (24-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Basel Backpack - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Basel Backpack - Hostel.