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City Inn Basel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Basel

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Deluxe Room with Twin Beds, accessible by the elevator | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe
Terrace/patio
Interior
Front of property
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥18,736
￥20,980 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22

Room options

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Budget Room with Queen Bed, only accessible by the stairs | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Budget Room with Queen Bed, only accessible by the stairs

7.6 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room with Twin Beds, accessible by the elevator | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Deluxe Room with Twin Beds, accessible by the elevator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room with King Bed, accessible by the elevator | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Deluxe Room with King Bed, accessible by the elevator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Budget Room with Twin Beds, only accessible by stairs

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Small Single Room, only accessible by the stairs

Small Single Room, only accessible by the stairs | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Small Single Room, only accessible by the stairs

7.4 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sankt Alban, a neighborhood in Basel, City Inn Basel is near the airport and near a train station. Theater Basel and Basel Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include BIS Tower and Basler Muenster. Basel Zoo and Botanischer Garten der Universitat are also worth visiting.
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4002, Basel, Centralbahnplatz 14

What's nearby

  • Basel Zoo - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Basler Muenster - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marktplatz - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Congress Center Basel - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Basel SBB Station - 2 min walk
  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Spettacolo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • Brezelkönig
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk

About this property

City Inn Basel

Hotel located in Sankt Alban
City Inn Basel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an area shuttle
  • An electric car charging station, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at City Inn Basel have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Covered valet parking on site (CHF 30 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 30 per person

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Elisabethenanlage 5, 4002 Basel]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 35 per pet, per day
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 30 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: CHF 30 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 35 per pet, per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

City Basel
City Inn Basel Hotel
City Inn Basel Basel
City Inn Basel Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Is City Inn Basel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 35 per pet, per day.

How much does it cost to stay at City Inn Basel?

As of Aug 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Inn Basel on Aug 21, 2025 start from ￥18,736, 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.

How much is parking at City Inn Basel?

Valet parking is available for CHF 30 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at City Inn Basel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at City Inn Basel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is City Inn Basel located?

Located in Sankt Alban, this hotel is steps from Via Gottardo and BIS Tower. Offene Kirche Elisabethen and Theater Basel are also within 10 minutes. Basel SBB Station and Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station) are within a 2-minute walk.

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City Inn Basel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 474 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thanh Tuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

machiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Some rooms only have partial lift access, so you may need to manually carry your luggage up a flight of stairs or so - but it’s a great, economical base in Basel that’s totally worth the effort. The room is pop-modern, simple but clean and highly functional layout, with a comfortable pillow and duvet and thoughtful amenities that make you feel well looked after without excess. The staff are very professional and friendly, assisting with check-in, and self-checkout is available via the email notification you receive. I’d be very happy to book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Anne

It was clean and convenient to the train station. I knew that it was a walk up, but three flights of 16 steps each with a suitcase is too much. There was a very noisy rom AC and opening the tiny window just let in more noise from the street.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location near railway station and trams. Small, basic room, no view, but ok for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent proximity to the station. The property is an add-on for the more prestigious Hotel Metropol. The directions to the breakfast room were confusing so we made ourselves comfortable in the only one we could find. It didn't seem to go down very well. Perhaps because it was the Metropols dining room. Would we use the City Inn again? Probably.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela

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

Perfect hotel with good location

Nice and friendly staff, clean and comfort room. Very good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sergei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Budget. Close to central station and not far from city center. But need renovation. Room is really small. It looks bigger on the photos.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myrna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and affordable hotel close to the central station, perfect for a night in between trains.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for early train
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to train station, walkable to city center. Free city pass.clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very polite staff..great location for quick overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thanks a lot for the kindness, excellent service and delicious breakfast❤️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

HILMI

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

Winter trip

Location is perfect. Breakfeast is enough. Room is big. Hotel is clean. Restuarant is very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lovisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel in central Basel, very close to the train station. Great reception by staff and the added bonus of a free public transport card made the stay at Basel inn a great one!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy walk from train station, and not too far to walk into the city. Unexpected colour scheme and lighting in the shower!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sandrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the fact that this is just right there at the Train station, and the price is very affordable for the exchange we got!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Room was compact and clean. Decent breakfast. Super convenient location near the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Signe

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location - but would not book again

Good location, but not the best rooms. Very loud from the street and neighbours.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

Reception

I tend only do reviews if something is particularly good or bad. Overall the hotel was very good (a little awkward to find though) but I write this review to mention Cedric on reception. He was excellent, helpful, knowledgeable, efficient and a free upgrade! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a slightly strange maze of three inter-connected hotels but having had trouble locating which of the three reception points was working, I got checked in to a very nice room. Very convenient for rail station and old town. Excellent on site restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leni

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

Recommend this hotel

Lovely hotel, nice and clean room. Excellent bed, fine new bathroom. Good breakfast, Very close to the railway station 😃
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023