Hotel Metropol Basel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, 8-minute walk to Basel Zoo

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Comfort Double Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Elisabethenanlage 5, Basel, 4002
  • Place, Basel Zoo
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Basler Muenster
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Marktplatz
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room (First)

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (Style)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Style Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Style Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Basel

Located in Sankt Alban, Hotel Metropol Basel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Basel Zoo and Basler Muenster. The 46 rooms at this 4-star hotel include coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and memory foam beds.

What's nearby

  • Basel Zoo - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Basel Art Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Basler Muenster - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marktplatz - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • St. Jakobshalle - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Basel SBB Station - 1 min walk
  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Spettacolo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brezelkönig - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lora - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Metropol Basel

Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, 8-minute walk to Basel Zoo
Guests of Hotel Metropol Basel enjoy features like a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a computer station. Valet parking is available for CHF 30 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free newspapers and laundry facilities.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Memory foam beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and safes are also available.
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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Self parking on site (CHF 30 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (CHF 30 per night)
  • Extended parking on site (CHF 30 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 30 per person

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1980
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay 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 30 per person
  • Self parking fee: CHF 30 per night
  • Valet parking fee: CHF 30 per night
  • Extended parking fee: CHF 30 per night
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with extended parking.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Swiss Quality
Metropol Swiss Quality
Metropol Swiss Quality Basel
Metropol Swiss Quality Hotel
Metropol Swiss Quality Hotel Basel
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Metropol Basel
Swiss q Metropol Basel
Hotel Metropol Basel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Metropol Basel?

Hotel Metropol Basel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Metropol Basel?

As of Dec 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Metropol Basel on Jan 11, 2026 start from $130.49, 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 within easy reach of Hotel Metropol Basel?

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

Is parking available on site at Hotel Metropol Basel?

Yes, valet parking is offered for CHF 30 per night.

Does Hotel Metropol Basel have a casino at the property?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Metropol Basel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Metropol Basel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a memory foam mattress, a turndown service, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Metropol Basel?

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

Does Hotel Metropol Basel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hotel Metropol Basel offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel Metropol Basel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Metropol Basel though service animals are welcome.

Does Hotel Metropol Basel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hotel Metropol Basel?

The closest major airport to Hotel Metropol Basel is EuroAirport Airport (BSL), which is 5.5 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), which is located 5.5 mi away (23-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Metropol Basel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Metropol Basel.

Hotel Metropol Basel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 666 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 666 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 666 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 666 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 666 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The were a number of steps you had to climb to reach the entrance, which could be a issue for some.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman, Goodyear

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to train station and bus to airport. Room was very nice - large enough for 2 with medium size suitcases. Breakfast buffet was outstanding. Would have been nice if ramp or lift available from outside to the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t do the online check in. So had to go to the main hotel desk. 3 hotels all linked. The room near the stairwell is noisy in the evening. The location is great for transport . Easy walk to airport bus, trams and main train station Nice breakfast with a view. Easy walk to old town and river. Staff are lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stay to start our trip into Switzerland. Hotel very close to station. Staff very welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Very convenient for train station
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it though the directions to locate it left something to be desired.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, helpful staff, had adked for a room with a/c and this was given- thankfully as heatwave when we arrived! Basel card great for free transport
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaila

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Great holiday base

Hotel staff were friendly, good size room with kettle and fridge. Decent breakfast. Great location, 10 minute walk to centre and around the corner from station provifing a good base for easy access to other swiss locations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Close to transport links and good breakfast.

Hotel was close to the train station and bus back to the airport. Breakfast room on the top floor was good for choice of food and views. One of our rooms had a strange smell when we arrived but it faded over time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Accomodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was expensive for what you received A few things were to working Good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr Sandeep

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to SBB station. Lovely breakfast. Nice room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiv

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly reception staff! So helpful in telling us how to navigate the city. Anja and Palmeria (I think. Sorry for misspelling). Lovely people. The hotel pillows are bad though! Very flat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We was stayed for three nights
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Basel 3 night stay

Stayed for 3 nights as a city break. Location is ideal next to train station making it easy to walk everywhere/jump in public transport. Hotel was clean with good room sizes. When we arrived reception was unmanned with only an automated machine to check in (which felt very impersonal & made thing feel more painful than needed for "weary travellers who'd just arrived in the country"). Room temperature was our main issue as it fluctuated up and down wildly making sleeping difficult - and this was centrally controlled with no option to adjust heat within our room (and nothing reception could do). Breakfast selection and quality was acceptable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nitin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Ideal place for proximity to the train station and the room is very comfortable. No staff at reception which makes it feel less secure. Check in is self service but easy. No Wi-Fi in rooms, only in lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

CHRISTINE

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025