Hotel Märthof Basel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center

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Front of property
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant
Marktplatz Junior Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Marktgasse 19, Basel, BS, 4051
  • Place, Marktplatz
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Basel University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Basler Muenster
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(82 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Signature Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Marktplatz Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Basel

Located in Basel City Centre, Hotel Märthof Basel is next to Pharmacy Museum Basel and Marktplatz. This 68-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, a full-service spa, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Marktplatz - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Basel University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Basel Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Basler Muenster - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Basel Art Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station) - 17 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mövenpick Brasserie Baselstab - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bohemia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gifthüttli - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Les Trois Rois - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Confiserie Tea-Room Schiesser - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Märthof Basel

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center
Guests staying at Hotel Märthof Basel enjoy access to a full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a rooftop terrace. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. 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 WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour business center.
55-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Free minibar items, sitting areas, and espresso makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; CHF 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available

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 30 per person
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number 65344653

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Air conditioning may be restricted to specific hours during certain times of the year in accordance with national or local laws.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Märthof Basel Hotel
Hotel Märthof Basel Basel
Hotel Märthof Basel Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Märthof Basel?

Hotel Märthof Basel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Hotel Märthof Basel?

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

Is there parking available at Hotel Märthof Basel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Is there a spa available at Hotel Märthof Basel?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this hotel.

Does Hotel Märthof Basel feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Märthof Basel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Märthof Basel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Märthof Basel good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Does Hotel Märthof Basel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Hotel Märthof Basel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Märthof Basel serves buffet breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Märthof Basel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Märthof Basel for a fee of CHF 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Hotel Märthof Basel have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Hotel Märthof Basel?

The closest major airport to Hotel Märthof Basel is EuroAirport Airport (BSL), which is 5 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), which is located 5 mi away (18-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Märthof Basel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Märthof Basel.

Hotel Märthof Basel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 624 out of 761 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 761 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 761 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 761 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 761 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Amazing

This hotel was beautiful, the staff was so amazingly friendly. I have no complaints about this hotel as everything was as I expected the location, the experience was all wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a great central location. Staff very helpful and friendly. Room was comfortable and clean but the steps from sleeping area to bathroom were challenging. That’s my only “complaint”. The breakfasts were absolutely delicious and so generous that we could go all day until dinner .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel in the center if the Old Town. Very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Responsive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioner was horrible. The noise from the street was loud. Other than that it was a wonderful room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are so friendly and thoughtful, and the location is very convenient. The building is fantastic—like a castle! They even gave us a free upgrade to the largest room, and we really appreciate it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ari

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Beautiful property in a great area. Staff was all amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alex, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area is under construction - extremely noisy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Quiet room, free minibar, great location, very helpful staff, comfortable bed, good restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alain

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

Overall a great stay.

Very nice and comfortable hotel right in the heart of old Basel. The staff was awsome, super friendly, fluent in english. Breakfast was perfect, lots of options. Our junior suite was great. The bed, pillows and comforter were super confi. Overall a great stay worthy of a return trip in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Best hotel ever

Best hotel experience I've had in my life. And I'm 54 years old so I've been in a lot of hotels. It's not just that the hotel itself is incredible, the staff went above and beyond my expectations every day. If I return to Basel I will definitely stay at this hotel and not even look for another one
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

patty

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Service good. No lobby really. Their restaurant is good. Construction next door so loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

daman

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Dinesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Uniqueness of this hotel is its staff, who are all friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. With fab hotel rooms, staff and location makes 5* for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all so very professional. They accommodated all our needs. Even gave me a kettle for tea. Beautiful hotel in a nice area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hossein

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The receptionist was very polite and cooperative. I got the exact answer anytime I asked a question.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property and staff was all excellent. The only thing I would recommend is to have the sauna and steam rooms operational by 7 am.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donna Jean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very warm, but the staff provided us with summer blanket and a fan which truly helped get us through the night. The staff was very helpful with directions to tram, restaurants provided a dry bag for floating down the river ride, which was exceptionally fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025