The Passage

4.0 star property
Hotel in Basel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Classic Room (Luxe) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby sitting area
Front of property - evening/night
Interior
Courtyard

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Steinengraben 51, Basel, BS, 4051
  • Marktplatz
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Basler Muenster
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Basel Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

Executive Room

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room (Luxe)

  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (The Passage)

  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room (Patio)

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Basel

Located in Basel City Centre, The Passage is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Synagoge in Basel and Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel. This 53-room, 4-star hotel has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Marktplatz - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Basler Muenster - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Basel Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Basel Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Congress Center Basel - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Club 59 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant zum Braunen Mutz - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Pickwick Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Holy Cow! - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Passage

Hotel in Basel with a fitness center and a sauna
Guests staying at The Passage enjoy a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for CHF 25.00 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, 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. Additional amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and free newspapers.
55-cm LED TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Espresso makers, free newspapers, and safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a fitness center.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered self parking on site (CHF 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; CHF 27 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

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
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-cm LED TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 20 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 40 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds 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 27 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 40 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

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.

Property is also known as

Passage Basel
Passage Hotel Basel
Passage Hotel
The Passage Hotel
The Passage Basel
The Passage Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Passage?

The Passage offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near The Passage?

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

Will I be able to park at The Passage?

Yes, secured parking is offered for CHF 25.00 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Passage feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Passage doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Passage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Passage a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include in-room massages, premium bedding, and a rainfall showerhead.

Does The Passage have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does The Passage feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Passage serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Will The Passage allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Passage for a fee of CHF 20 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Passage have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to The Passage?

The closest major airport to The Passage is EuroAirport Airport (BSL), which is 5 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), which is located 5 mi away (9-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Passage?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Passage.

The Passage Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 682 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Friendly and clean

Freindly and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My first visit. Very impressed. Staff were professional and friendly. Comfortable and excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Showered in Basel!

Great location. Calm hotel with comfy bed and THE most amazing shower. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHIEN-CHEN

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

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

Beautiful and quiet but too hard bed

Beautiful space, quiet, excellent shower, but the bed was way too hard and the 1 pillow provided too flat, which made the sleep less than great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wenlong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. A lot of shopping places in walking distance. Hotel sauna is very nice too
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here; I wish it could have been longer. The front desk staff were kind and helpful. Location was within walking distance to Christmas Markets and was a short taxi drive from airport.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Purley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got bus into town and short 10-15 walk to hotel (Free bus from airport if you staying in Basel) room was comfy, clean, excellent powerful hot shower. Very comfy bed, liked how curtains totally blocked out light so get a great nights sleep. Sauna in hotel was very good, needed after a long day in the cold outside. Nice little touches like tea, mulled wine and cookes in reception, again very wlecome after coming in from the cold. Location was great, short walk into town and christmas markets, or to station to get train to Luzern or Zurich or wherever, perfect location in that respect. Staff were beyond excellent, gave us so much advise and just so friendly. Didnt eat at hotel as we were out most the time and so many options around town, but it looked good. Loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for walking distance to all Christmas Markets
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best staff! The staff here was truly exceptional. Their friendliness, helpfulness and attentive service is beyond compare. Every single person made us feel like we were someone important. The hotel was very nice too - comfortable and quiet. The Basel Card they gave us was a nice perk too, giving us free access to public transit and discounts at attractions. I would consider returning to Basel even more, just to stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Nina Sarah

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff were lovely and the hotel was clean. Very easy to get to places. Free buses and trams with a ticket the hotel gives you which was great. Really enjoyed our stay and the breakfast! 12pm check out too which is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

Comfy, clean, quiet place in Basel

Fantastic room. Close to the train station. Very clean. Well appointed with a comfortable bed and the best shower I've had in a while. Many amenities offered. The staff was incredibly friendly and gave us a lot of great recommendations. I would stay and recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Very helpful personal Great location between the Christmas Markets and the train station. Great people at the desk every time
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Addison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Helpful staff. Quiet. Comfortable. Close to everything. Exactly what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet, hollywood

Traveled with group
Great location. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a walking distance from the SBB train station, and there are plenty of food and drink options around the area.
Stayed 20 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early after being on a cruise. They stored our luggage and I went exploring for a bit. I was not feeling well and returned to see if my room was available. The reception staff were kind. The room I was booked into was not available, they provided me an upgraded room to allow me the opportunity to have so rest. This was much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Modern Hotel in Central Location

Good location, excellent buffet breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

james r.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size rooms, good shower and great front d3sk staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Short stay in Basel.

Very modern, clean hotel with nice room. Convenient to train station and trans. Bonus was free transport tickets for length of stay and museum passes with granted 50% discount.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024