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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

A historic building with ornate architecture, featuring multiple windows and a central entrance.

1. Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel
4.5 star property
Old Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (850 reviews)
"Excellent location, staff and food. Large rooms and wonderful modern rooms. Favourite hotel yet!"
Canada
Keeley
The price is ￥48,162
￥51,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hotel Märthof Basel
A modern hotel lobby with a mix of seating areas, including a sofa and armchairs, a coffee table, and a console table with a vase. Large windows provide views of the cityscape.

2. Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (833 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful friendly staff and great breakfast!"
United States
Charles
The price is ￥29,472
￥32,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the interior of a building.

3. Motel One Basel

Motel One Basel
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (795 reviews)
"Excelent breakfast"
United States
Miguel
The price is ￥22,935
￥25,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Motel One Basel
A historic building with arched windows and a Swiss flag, indicating a location in Switzerland.

4. Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (755 reviews)
"Great location. Great neighborhood and easy to get around d"
Canada
Susanne
The price is ￥20,104
￥22,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Central City Hotel Rochat
A dining area with tables set for a meal, large arched windows, and a view of a body of water.

5. Krafft Basel

Krafft Basel
4.0 star property
Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (442 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay with some of the best views in Basel. And a nice place for a meal."
United States
Cathy
The price is ￥32,104
￥34,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Krafft Basel
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by greenery and trees.

6. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
4.0 star property
Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (172 reviews)
"Great staff, good location and very nice stay in Basel!"
United States
Franz
The price is ￥29,368
￥32,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
A multi-level atrium with ornate railings and chandeliers.

7. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
5.0 star property
Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (195 reviews)
"Great food, drinks, decor and staff. "
United States
Adam
The price is ￥114,471
￥120,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
A street view with a prominent red brick building featuring a balcony and multiple windows.

8. Limehome Basel Town Hall

Limehome Basel Town Hall
2.0 star property
Old Town
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (108 reviews)
"Very good location, easy checkin, no issues at all!"
Germany
Christian
The price is ￥15,605
￥18,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Limehome Basel Town Hall
Outdoor seating with wooden tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of a river and buildings in the background.

9. East-West Riverside Hotel

East-West Riverside Hotel
3.0 star property
Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (271 reviews)
"Good location for stepping out and being right on the river walk."
United States
Jonelle
The price is ￥29,517
￥32,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
East-West Riverside Hotel

10. Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026
4.0 star property
Old Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"Fantastic location, staff really helpful. Rooms clean but basic. No air conditioning was a problem during the hot weather."
United Kingdom
Samantha Jane
The price is ￥23,200
￥24,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026
A dining area with tables set for service, large windows, and a chandelier.

11. Consum Boutique Hotel

Consum Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (44 reviews)
"Great location, great staff!"
Canada
Mitch
The price is ￥27,276
￥29,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Consum Boutique Hotel
A rooftop terrace with a view of surrounding buildings and a Ferris wheel in the distance.

12. Hitrental Marktplatz Studios

Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Location, cleanliness, spacious, good value "
United Kingdom
James
The price is ￥24,152
￥26,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
A modern room with a large window, a dining area with chairs, and a plant.

13. BS Hodler I - Marktplatz Hitrental Apartment

BS Hodler I - Marktplatz Hitrental Apartment
3.5 star property
Old Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Top Preis - Leistung Verhältniss. Einwandfreies Check -in & out. Empfehlenswert!"
Switzerland
Samuel
The price is ￥24,836
￥27,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
BS Hodler I - Marktplatz Hitrental Apartment
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a mounted TV.

14. Hitrental Marktplatz Studios

Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
3.5 star property
Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Easy and nice apartment right in the centre! "
United Kingdom
Hitesh
The price is ￥24,152
￥26,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hitrental Marktplatz Studios
A modern outdoor seating area with two sofas and a coffee table, separated by a decorative screen.

15. The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel
4.0 star property
Vorstädte, 0.7 km from Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent property right in the center of town! Super convenient with parking, near shops and nightlife, easy walking distance from center of town and everything around. The hotel is very clean, the staff are wonderful, the rooms are beautifully decorated, spacious, and comfortable! The shower was superb and the amenities were great! We'll definitely be returning!"
United States
Petya
The price is ￥30,866
￥33,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel
The exterior of the Steinschanze Stadthotel with large glass windows, a modern design, and a visible entrance.

16. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Vorstädte, 0.7 km from Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (981 reviews)
"Eva was very helpful. Good location near tram stop to bahnhof"
United States
Mia
The price is ￥20,355
￥22,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
A breakfast buffet with fruits, pastries, and condiments.

17. Hotel Wettstein

Hotel Wettstein
3.5 star property
Basel City Centre, 0.7 km from Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (466 reviews)
"Great hotel. "
United Kingdom
Fiona
The price is ￥24,285
￥26,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Hotel Wettstein
A restaurant with a high ceiling and exposed wooden beams, featuring a modern interior with dark chairs and wooden tables.

18. Hotel Spalentor

Hotel Spalentor
4.0 star property
0.8 km from Old Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely staff, excellent location, comfortable room, delicious breakfast!"
Canada
Debra
The price is ￥27,550
￥30,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel Spalentor
A modern lobby with a circular seating area, tall white columns, and a large window providing natural light.

19. Pullman Basel Europe

Pullman Basel Europe
4.0 star property
Clara, 0.7 km from Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (863 reviews)
"Everything about this property was great but especially the staff the room snd breakfast. "
United States
Jeff
The price is ￥30,579
￥33,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Pullman Basel Europe
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, large windows, and a wooden facade.

20. Der Teufelhof Basel

Der Teufelhof Basel
3.5 star property
Altstadt Grossbasel, 0.5 km from Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (899 reviews)
"Superb breakfast, with excellent, custom-made cooked eggs on offer. The choice of breads was also terrific."
United States
James
The price is ￥28,037
￥30,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Der Teufelhof Basel
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Compare popular hotels in Old Town

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A historic building with ornate architecture, featuring multiple windows and a central entrance.
Hotel Märthof Basel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
850 reviews
View
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by greenery and trees.
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
172 reviews
View
A multi-level atrium with ornate railings and chandeliers.
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
195 reviews
View
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the interior of a building.
Motel One Basel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
795 reviews
View
A historic building with arched windows and a Swiss flag, indicating a location in Switzerland.
Central City Hotel Rochat
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
755 reviews
View

Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river, and lush greenery along the riverbank.

Basel City Centre

Museums, art galleries, and historic sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basler Muenster or Munsterplatz while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.

A historic building with ornate facades, large windows, and a clock tower.
Photo by Annie Chamberlain
Open Photo by Annie Chamberlain

Altstadt Grossbasel

Take time in Altstadt Grossbasel to visit attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A modern building with a curved roof and a traditional building with a sloped roof in the background.
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Open Photo by Sissacher (page does not exist)

Vorstädte

Take time in Vorstädte to visit attractions like Basel Art Museum and Spalentor. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A river with swans, a bridge, a path, and buildings in the background.

Sankt Alban

If you're spending some time in Sankt Alban, St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park are top sights worth seeing.

A riverside cityscape with historic buildings and modern skyscrapers.

Kleinbasel

Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Hotel Villa K - Basel Airport

Hotel Villa K - Basel Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Très bel accueil! Malgré un départ très tôt le matin, nous avons eu accès au petit-déjeuner généreux et à une navette! Lits très confortables et air climatisé très apprécié avec cette canicule!"
Nathalie 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hotel Villa K - Basel Airport

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Old Town?
Old Town is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its interesting historical sites. Are you looking for Old Town travel tips? Be sure to check out Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Old Town?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel Märthof Basel is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Town. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Central City Hotel Rochat and Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Old Town?
Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodations in Old Town to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Basel area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Old Town.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Old Town?
For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Old Town, click here.
What is there to do in this Basel neighborhood?
Naturhistorisches Museum, Basel Natural History Museum, and Basel Historical Museum of Music are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Old Town. Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Town include White and Blue House, Martinskirche, and Munsterplatz. While you're out sightseeing in Basel, be sure to visit other sights like The Palantine or Pfalz Basel.
How can I get around Old Town and the greater Basel area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? Marktplatz Tram Stop is the closest metro station.