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City Inn Basel

Property class: 3

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Photo gallery for City Inn Basel

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a palm tree, under a blue awning.
A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.
A bar area with a counter, multiple bar stools, and a red carpet leading to a glass door entrance.
A multi-story building with balconies and decorative moldings.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Centralbahnplatz 14, Basel, 4002
  • Place, BIS Tower
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Basel Zoo
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Basel Art Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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
(28 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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 bright green wall.

Budget Room with Queen Bed, only accessible by the stairs

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

Budget Room with Twin Beds, only accessible by stairs

  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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
(11 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Basel

Located in Sankt Alban, City Inn Basel is adjacent to BIS Tower and within a 10-minute stroll of Offene Kirche Elisabethen. The 30 rooms at this 3-star hotel include coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and premium bedding.

What's nearby

  • BIS Tower - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Basel Zoo - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Basel University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Basel Art Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Basler Muenster - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Basel SBB Station - 2 min walk
  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Spettacolo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kaffeemacher - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

City Inn Basel

Guests staying at City Inn Basel enjoy free WiFi in public areas and express check-in. If you drive, self parking is CHF 35 per day, and there's also an area shuttle. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free newspapers, and safes.
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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; CHF 19 for adults and CHF 9.50 for children

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Elisabethenanlage 5, 4002 Basel]

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Hotel Euler, Centralbahnplatz 14, 4051 Basel]

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 35 per pet, per day
  • 2 total (66 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 19 for adults and CHF 9.50 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 35 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CHF 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

City Basel

City Inn Basel Hotel

City Inn Basel Basel

City Inn Basel Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at City Inn Basel?

City Inn Basel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at City Inn Basel?

As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Inn Basel on Sep 18, 2026 start from $125, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of City Inn Basel?

This hotel is situated in Sankt Alban within a 10-minute walk of Basel Zoo, Basel Art Museum, and Theater Basel. You'll also find Munsterplatz and Basler Muenster less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at City Inn Basel?

Yes, covered parking is offered for CHF 35 per day with in/out privileges. Though parking is available on request, an electric car charging station is also available.

Does City Inn Basel feature a casino at the property?

No, City Inn Basel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at City Inn Basel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does City Inn Basel have a hot tub?

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

Does City Inn Basel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

City Inn Basel offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does City Inn Basel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at City Inn Basel for a fee of CHF 35 per pet, per day.

Does City Inn Basel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to City Inn Basel?

The closest major airport to City Inn Basel is EuroAirport Airport (BSL), which is 5.6 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), which is located 5.5 mi away (17-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at City Inn Basel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at City Inn Basel that offer a balcony.

City Inn Basel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 589 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 589 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 589 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 589 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 589 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super location. The front desk staff was very helpful. Clean and spacious room with air conditioner . Nice breakfast 😃.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lourena

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's situated on the elevated part of Biel, 20 mins walk to the closest supermarket, public transport towards the location is very convenient, clean, nice view of the town, glaciers, nice walk all around to churches, restaurants, shopping, lake. Host was professional and very helpful. I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is basic. The showers, if you're a fan of showers, are great. Above all is it's location. A two minute walk to the train station and the tram stops. You'd expect it to be noisy but it isn't. Fine for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philippe M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place for families
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the SBB station and only a short walk into the centre. Only couple things we could fault was the noise outside which wasn't the hotels fault and there was a slight cigarette smell coming from the extractor fan in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness
Good room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this hotel for one night as it was an easy 5 min. walk from the train station so very convenient. The room was large w/no view and the bed was pretty hard for our liking so not the best nights sleep. The bathroom was a nice size and shower was huge! We did have the included breakfast in the morning which was fine and the gal at reception both when we checked in and out was very friendly and helpful. The hotel is also across from many tram lines which makes it easy to get around.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful Great location, really convenient for the station and public transport. And the centre of the city
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean and comfortable in a perfect location, and an amazing breakfast. What’s not to like?
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Taft

Liked: Amenities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thanh Tuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Gary

Good for one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great central location, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the third time I have stayed here. Dog friendly, close to the train station, very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect hotel with good location

Nice and friendly staff, clean and comfort room. Very good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very polite staff..great location for quick overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For expensive Basel and Switzerland, this is about as cheap as it gets. Check in was easy if you follow the instructions. Yes, there is a bit of twisting around to get to your room, but this is not impossible to figure out. Facilities are super clean for sure. We liked the coffee/tea in the hallway. The real deal here is the breakfast. When I booked the room through Expedia, I paid $19 total for the two of us. Onsite you pay closer to $30 per person. It is a decent spread with the usual European items including bacon & eggs, a variety of juices, and a nice coffee machine. I assume the three cappuccinos I drank made up for what I paid. This, including the great view, made the general prices in Switzerland less painful. The location about 100m from the SBB train station made this the best deal without taking a tram to a suburb.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and affordable hotel close to the central station, perfect for a night in between trains.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only one night. Helpful and friendly staff. Breakfast delicious 😋
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stay while traveling through area. Location perfect - right next to train/tram/bus. Room was good for 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025