The 48 individually furnished rooms feature views of the Rhine promenade or the old town streets. Some rooms include balconies with views of Basel Cathedral and the Blue House. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, laptop safe boxes, and tea/coffee facilities. Select suites offer freestanding bathtubs and iPod docking stations.
Dining and Terrace Grill
The restaurant serves breakfast with fresh bread, ham, cheese, and jam. The terrace features a grill and offers views of the Rhine promenade. Bar Consum, located across the street, serves drinks. Food is served on hot platters suitable for sharing.
Library Station and Rhine Access
Each floor has a tea, coffee, and library station with fruit, chocolate, hardback books, and games. The hotel provides direct access to the Rhine promenade. The building features Vitra furniture and herringbone wooden floors throughout.
Central Kleinbasel Location
Located on Rheingasse in Kleinbasel, right on the Rhine riverbank. The hotel is 300 meters from Museum Klingental, Middle Bridge, Basler Münster, and Rathaus. Badischer Bahnhof is 1.5 km away, and Kloten Airport is 90 km from the property. The hotel provides public transport tickets from the airport or train station.
Personal Service Heritage
Staff provide personal service and fulfill guest requests. The hotel has operated since the late 19th century and was frequented by author Hermann Hesse. The classicist building was designed by architect Ferdinand Iselin and maintains its historical character while featuring modern amenities.
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The hotel offers stunning views of the river Rhein from the spacious rooms with a small balcony, but the room size could be bigger. The service is friendly and helpful, with complimentary treats available. Its central location allows easy access to key museums and attractions. The dining area provides a local-style breakfast overlooking the river, though it may be a bit pricey. Overall, a great stay with some room for improvement in room size and dining value.
Rooms
8.0
The room on the top floor was spacious, clean, and well-equipped with a nice view of the river, but felt a bit small for spending extended time inside.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and offered complimentary treats like tea, water, and fruit. They spoke multiple languages and were quite helpful.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated in the city center, overlooking the river Rhein and within walking distance of major attractions. Great tram connections nearby make exploring convenient.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast in the local-style dining area overlooking the river was excellent, but the pricing seemed slightly high for the experience.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers a great view of the riverside and easy access to the riverside area. Additional facilities like room service and housekeeping are available.
Emily
United States,
April
2024
8.6/10
The hotel offers spacious rooms with a little balcony featuring vintage furniture. The beds and cushions are comfortable, and the bathroom is practical. While the cleaning could use a better-smelling solution, it was adequate for my two-night business trip.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are large and comfortable. The vintage furniture adds a nice touch. The bathroom is practical, but could improve on the scent of the cleaning products.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, particularly Sonia at reception who went out of her way to accommodate us. The staff were friendly, helpful, and efficient throughout our stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in the city center with views of the river Rhein was ideal for my early morning walks and exploring the city. The offer of a free bike was a nice touch for getting around.
Dining
8.0
The breakfast offered a variety of options with yogurt, muesli, fruit, and more, which suited my preferences. The passion fruit jam was a delightful surprise.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were convenient and well-kept, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.
David
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.8/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with a wonderful balcony overlooking the Rhein, even though the room was smaller than expected. The service was exceptional, with the staff being very friendly and even organizing a bath tub for our 2-year-old baby. The location was ideal for exploring the city on foot, and the dining experience, although correct, could be improved. The facilities provided added convenience to my stay.
Rooms
7.0
The room was nice enough, although I'd suggest they get a cleaning solution with a better smell. It was smaller than I expected but was okay for a business trip of two nights.
Service
9.0
The staff were very friendly and helpful, particularly Sonia on reception who was welcoming and managed to find us a room ready early in the morning.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location gave me complete access to Basel, within walking distance to everything, making my stay very pleasant. However, there was noise from major demolition equipment nearby.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was sufficient and tasty, although not in line with the overall quality and charm of the hotel.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provided various facilities that added to the convenience of my stay.
Lee
United States,
November
2023
8.2/10
The hotel is located in a beautiful historical neighborhood right along the river, offering a great blend of old city charm and a lively atmosphere. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, though some upgrading is needed for certain amenities. The service is top-notch, with friendly and efficient staff ready to assist. The dining options are satisfactory but could use some improvement to enhance the overall experience.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are large and cozy with some vintage furniture, providing a comfortable stay. However, there is a need for upgrading certain amenities like the sink and refrigeration options.
Service
9.0
The service at the hotel is excellent, with staff members being exceedingly friendly and helpful throughout the stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is second to none, right along the river in a beautiful historical neighborhood, allowing guests to enjoy the festivities while still being able to relax.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offers a good variety of options, including some organic Quebec cheeses, but could benefit from additional choices to enhance the overall enjoyment.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provides essential facilities for a comfortable stay, but some areas could use upgrading to meet modern standards.
Tom
United Kingdom,
July
2023
8.6/10
My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms had a distinctive Swiss streamlined style and were large and comfortable, although some upgrading is needed, as our sink was pitted and chipped. It would have been nice to have an ice machine available, especially since there is no air conditioning. However, having a balcony room was a nice touch.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were large and comfortable with a Swiss streamlined style, though some upgrading is necessary.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with the staff arranging everything I needed and being very friendly and helpful.
Location
10.0
The location of the hotel is unbeatable, right on the banks of the Rhine with spectacular views across to the old town of Basel. It's perfect for exploring the attractions and getting around easily.
Dining
8.0
The breakfast offered a good selection in a local style setting overlooking the Rhine, which was a great way to start the day.
Facilities
The facilities at the hotel were adequate, but some upgrading is needed to meet modern standards.
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