Krafft Basel

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a restaurant connected to the convention center in Basel

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Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, alfresco dining
Junior Studio Suite, Balcony, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Standard Single Room, Balcony, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, alfresco dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Rheingasse 12, Basel, BS, 4058
  • Place, Basler Muenster
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Basel Art Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Basel Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, City View

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Balcony, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, Balcony, River View

  • 107 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Junior Studio Suite, Balcony, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Basel

Located in Basel City Centre, Krafft Basel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Basel Town Hall and Basler Muenster. This 4-star hotel has 48 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center. Centrally located in Basel, the hotel is connected to the convention center and also a short walk from Basel Art Museum and Basel Historical Museum.

What's nearby

  • Marktplatz - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Basler Muenster - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Basel Art Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Basel Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • St. Jakobshalle - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Basel Bad Station - 19 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Manora Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brauerei Fischerstube - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ufer 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Döner Stop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Krafft Basel

Luxury hotel with a restaurant connected to the convention center in Basel
Guests of Krafft Basel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and a meeting room. Offsite parking is available for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free use of bicycles, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other amenities include free weekday newspapers, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of Europe.

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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 within 1 mile (CHF 30 per stay); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Krafft

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1873
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 40.0 per day

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 28 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 30 per stay (4921 ft away)
  • Pet fee: CHF 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 40.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Krafft Basel
Krafft Hotel
Krafft Hotel Basel
Krafft Am Rhein Basel
Krafft Basel Hotel
Krafft Basel Hotel
Krafft Basel Basel
Krafft Basel Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Krafft Basel?

Krafft Basel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Krafft Basel?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Krafft Basel on Nov 7, 2025 start from $383.37, excluding 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 close to Krafft Basel?

This hotel is situated in Basel City Centre, just steps from Martinskirche, and within a 10-minute walk of Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You'll also find Munsterplatz and Basler Muenster less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Krafft Basel?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for CHF 30 per stay (discounts available).

Does Krafft Basel feature a casino at the property?

No, Krafft Basel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Krafft Basel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Krafft Basel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic hotel include a pillow menu as well as a bar and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Are there hot tubs at Krafft Basel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Krafft Basel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Krafft Basel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurant Krafft.

Does Krafft Basel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Krafft Basel for a fee of CHF 25.00 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Krafft Basel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Krafft Basel?

The closest major airport to Krafft Basel is EuroAirport Airport (BSL), which is 6.3 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), which is located 6.2 mi away (18-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Krafft Basel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy river or city views.