The Best Hotels in Old Town, Basel - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Märthof Basel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 823 reviews	View
Motel One Basel	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 789 reviews	View
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 166 reviews	View
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 192 reviews	View
Central City Hotel Rochat	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 734 reviews	View

Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas 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 historical 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.

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A historic building with ornate facades, large windows, and a clock tower.

Altstadt Grossbasel

If you're spending time in Altstadt Grossbasel, you might enjoy attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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A modern building with a curved roof and a traditional building with a sloped roof in the background.

Vorstädte

If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Sankt Alban

While visiting Sankt Alban, you might make a stop by sights like St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park.

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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 neighbourhood.

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Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Central City Hotel Rochat

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, perfect breakfast and coffee machines, staff was great, very cute, clean and updated….. most of all GREAT A/C!!"

Hotel Villa K - Basel Airport

10/10 Excellent

"I really loved everything about my stay! They arranged my transfer from the airport in minutes, and all members of staff were super nice and helpful. The room felt like home and had everything for a good night's sleep, including perfect air conditioning. I will definitely return if I have to take a late night flight to Basel airport again!"

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

8/10 Good

"We were able to check in early thanks to helpful staff. Hotel facilities fine and room comfortable. A/ C adequate when on full setting. Some areas a bit worn/ tired eg carpets of common areas. Good central location easily accessible from main train station by ten minute walk or three tram stops."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Old Town?

Old Town is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its interesting historical sites. Are you looking for Old Town travel tips? Make sure that you visit Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Old Town?

Based on our traveller data, Central City Hotel Rochat is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Town. This hotel offers free WiFi and a business centre. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hotel Märthof Basel and Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Old Town?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodation options 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 room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Old Town.

What is there to do in this Basel neighbourhood?

Basel Natural History Museum, Naturhistorisches 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 worth a visit in the neighbourhood. 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, make sure that you visit other sights such as 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.

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

1. Central City Hotel Rochat

2. Hotel Märthof Basel

3. Motel One Basel

4. Limehome Basel Town Hall

5. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

6. Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

7. Krafft Basel

8. BS Hodler I - Marktplatz Hitrental Apartment

9. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

10. East-West Riverside Hotel

11. Consum Boutique Hotel

12. Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

13. Hitrental Marktplatz Studios

14. Hitrental Marktplatz Studios

15. Hotel Spalentor

16. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

17. SET Hotel.Residence by Teufelhof Basel

18. The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

19. Hotel Schweizerhof Basel

20. Der Teufelhof Basel

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Where to stay in Old Town

Basel City Centre

Altstadt Grossbasel

Vorstädte

Sankt Alban

Kleinbasel

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Central City Hotel Rochat

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