Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (2470 reviews)
Steinengraben 69 , Basel , ch

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Small rooms
Value for money concern

Categories

Cleanliness
9.55
Multiple reviews highlight cleanliness as very good.
Service
10
The staff was frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
10
Many reviews mention excellent location and proximity to the center.
Room Quality
9.05
Room quality received mixed feedback, with some praising and others mentioning size issues.
Amenities
9.05
Amenities were noted, but some reviews expressed a desire for more options.
Value for Money
8.55
Some feedback suggests concerns regarding the value for money.
Food and Beverage
9.05
Breakfast was well-received, though some mention areas for improvement.
Overall Experience
9.95
Overall stays were positive, with love for the location and staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 19:45

Property Description

Vibrant and Convenient Location

Less than 5 minutes' walk from Basel's city centre and the university, Steinenschanze Stadthotel is nestled amidst historical buildings and the charming old town.

Comfortable Accommodation

The hotel boasts a refreshing blend of vibrant colors, offering guests a cozy and functional space to relax. With the reception open daily from 6:00 to 23:00, guests are warmly welcomed at any time of the day.

Delightful Amenities

Guests can kick start their day with a sumptuous buffet breakfast and later enjoy a tranquil retreat in the lush garden surroundings. Additionally, easy access to Basel's congress centre via a short tram ride and complimentary public transport on the day of arrival make exploring the city hassle-free.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Steinenschanze Stadthotel – book your stay now!

Important information:

Guests receive a BaselCard upon check in. This Guest Card includes complementary use of Public Transport within Basel City and surroundings (Zone 10, 11, 13, 14 & 15, including Euroairport), free WiFi, as well as discounts on admission to cultural and leisure activities.

Please note that the public transfer (2nd class) from EuroAirport or Basel main train stations to the hotel on the day of your arrival is free of charge with your booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please be aware that when booking more than 5 rooms, other policies may apply.

Street-facing rooftop rooms feature air conditioning.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BSL

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 2470 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.55
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.05
Amenities: 9.05
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 9.05
Overall Experience: 9.95
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Luv2TravelFarNWide Couples Atenas, Province of Alajuela
8
GREAT location!!
Pros:

Extra tiny bathroom, but the shower was really good. Room was small but nicely appointed. The "closet" (a striped fabric shell with room for a few hangers); no drawers for other items. Bed and linens were lovely. And the rooms were exceptionally quiet.

Desk staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Upon checkin they gave us a "transit pass" for city buses and helped us take advantage of it! Even helped us get to Liechtenstein on the train (2 hr trip each way).

Their limited bar (first drink free) was lovely -- you got your drink and took it out to their "back yard" garden. Really nice. No service, but easy to walk back inside for a refill if you wanted.

The only downside was breakfast. A "small" breakfast option for half the price of the buffet gave you fruit & yogurt or 2 eggs and toast with coffee. None of it was anything special, but convenient and less expensive than most other options.

However, because the location was so absolutely perfect, we could overlook the shortfalls. And we would definitely return here on our next visit to Basel.

2026-08-29 via Tripadvisor
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Kevin couple us
9
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Kidist solo_traveller ch
9
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Charles couple gb
9
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Giovanna extended_group it
8
Cons:

Assenza di un frigo in camera.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Petar solo_traveller hr
9
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller fr
10
Hôtel bien situé où l'on est bien accueilli.
Pros:

L'emplacement est idéal : proche de la gare et du centre ville.
La formule du petit déjeuner est bien pensée : on peut choisir entre le buffet mais aussi des options moins chères (seulement boissons et croissants, seulement boissons et oeufs...).
Le personnel est souriant et à l'écoute. Plein de petites attentions sont mises en place : apéro de bienvenue, parapluie dans la chambre...
La chambre que j'occupais avait un petit balcon.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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T family_with_children nl
8
Heerlijk en comfortabel.
Pros:

Was de tweede keer dat we hier overnachtten. Fijne locatie, binnen een paar minuten sta je in het oude centrum. Personeel is vriendelijk. Alles is schoon. Wat wij ook erg fijn vonden met het mooie weer is de heerlijke tuin. Kamers zijn prima. Fijne bedden.

Cons:

Kamers zijn wellicht wat klein maar door de efficiënte indeling is dat geen probleem.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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MARTHA PATRICIA extended_group mx
10
agradable y confortable
Pros:

todo fue excelente, el trato, la limplieza el lugar el desayuno

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Cheyenne couple ch
9
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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claudine extended_group fr
7
Bien mais à parfaire
Pros:

Le confort, l’emplacement, le petit jardin, la vue de notre chambre au 4e

Cons:

L’exiguïté de la salle de bain, les wc presque sous le lavabo, la ventilation de la sdb très bruyante et surtout une très mauvaise insonorisation de la chambre, on entendait le bruit des voitures la chambre donnant sur un grand axe.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Marcela family_with_children ch
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Iaroslav solo_traveller rs
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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claudia couple de
8
Angenehm, sauber, Grosszuegig ( Apero)
Pros:

Tolles Frühstück im schönen Garten, sehr nettes Personal, gute Tipps und Hilfe, Fahrrad durfte untergestellt werden !

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Ciresa solo_traveller it
10
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Monique solo_traveller ch
9
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline couple fr
9
Pros:

The hôtel is well localed. The room
Is small but very optimised. The hôtel staff has adviced us on how doing « the wickelfish in the Rhin » and the hôtel Loan us for free the wickelfish bag and towels. That was great !!

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Per couple pl
8
Pros:

Great location. Easy walking access to the main attractions. Bus 30 across the street will take you to the railway station and airport bus in 2 minutes and leaves very frequently. The room was clean. The bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Tiny bathroom, could barely turn around in there. If you have a room on the street side, it can be somewhat noisy, even with the window closed. Look for a room with "garden view" to avoid this I suppose.

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Franca solo_traveller it
9
Ho apprezzato la gentilezza e la disponibilità del personale della reception.
Pros:

La possibilità di fare colazione in giardino.
La vicinanza al centro storico
La tranquillità.
Personale della reception che oltre il tedesco e l'inglese, parlava anche l'Italiano

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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denisebK7090ET Couples
10
Sweet hotel close to everything
Pros:

Great little hotel one stop from the sbb train station and old town. Nice room, welcome drink and cool filtered water throughout hotel. Spring for the breakfast- lots of variety and a beautiful garden to eat it in. Tip: not every room has ac. So make sure to ask for it, if it’s hot.

2026-08-18 via Tripadvisor