Hotels in Basel

Why stay in Basel?

Basel is an elegant, relaxed city break on the Rhine, combining a compact Old Town, striking architecture and one of Europe’s finest art scenes. Start at Marktplatz and the red Town Hall, continue to Basel Minster and its river viewpoint, then visit Fondation Beyeler or Kunstmuseum Basel. Israeli travelers enjoy Rhine ferries, shopping along Freie Strasse and easy day trips to Colmar, the Black Forest and the Swiss-French-German border region. Art Basel draws an international crowd in June, while December brings atmospheric Christmas markets to Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz.

Choosing a hotel

Location matters most — check ratings, board and cancellation.

Best time to book

Shoulder seasons and mid-week are cheapest.