Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Hotels
7.7 (4819 reviews)
Rheingasse 2 , Basel , CH
+41 61 685 11 11

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Free amenities
Cons:
Lack of staff
Old facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.16
Some reviews mention outdated facilities which may imply cleanliness not at its best.
Service
6.63
Multiple comments about lack of personnel suggest service is lacking.
Location
9.17
Praises about the excellent location near city center consistently noted.
Room Quality
7.62
Some guests found rooms functional but showing age.
Amenities
8.15
Compliments on free snacks and beverages available.
Value for Money
8.11
Good value mentioned in context of pricing for Basel.
Food and Beverage
7.66
Free offerings received positive remarks, but some dissatisfaction with breakfast options.
Overall Experience
7.13
Mixed feelings due to lack of service and check-in issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 22:34

Property Description

Charming Riverside Retreat
The Sorell Hotel Merian offers a charming stay right on the banks of the river Rhine in Basel.

Breathtaking Views
Many rooms provide stunning views of the majestic Rhine, allowing you to experience one of Europe's most significant rivers from the comfort of your room.

Convenient City Access
Explore Basel's city center easily with museums and attractions just a short walk away. Plus, enjoy complimentary public transport with the included mobility ticket.

Indulge in culinary delights at the hotel's renowned fish restaurant, featuring a terrace overlooking the cathedral.

Ready to experience the beauty of Basel? Book your stay at the Sorell Hotel Merian now for a memorable riverside getaway.

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), no 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.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BSL

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 4819 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.16
Service: 6.63
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 7.62
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.11
Food and Beverage: 7.66
Overall Experience: 7.13
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Samuele • solo_traveller • ch
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2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Marli Braz • extended_group • pt
8
Bias memórias ☺️🙏
Pros:

Localização muito boa junto ao rio e no centro perto de tudo. Quarto com vista rio vale a pena e se tirer um pequeno balcão ainda melhor.🙏 pelo upgrade.

Cons:

Nada a apontar. Voltaria a usar certamente.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Bente • couple • no
7
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • ch
5
Pros:

Die Lage ist top. Alles gut erreichbar, die Tram Station gleich neben dem Hotel.

Cons:

Zimmer war nicht bereit um 15 Uhr. Für die Wartezeit gab es keine Anfrage für ein Wasser, einen Kaffee. Um die Baselcard zu bekommen, musste ich nachfragen.
Etwas Pech, dass der Lift ausser Betrieb war.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • gb
10
Wonderful place to stay.
Pros:

Stunning location and view from the balcony. The staff were very helpful.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Floriane Mabillard • family_with_children • ch
8
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • ca
7
Mixed
Pros:

Central location. Excellent view overlooking the Rhine.

Cons:

The room was too dark, even with every light on. The elevator was out of order, and noöne had bothered to notify me. One member of the staff insulted me by switching to English when I addressed her in perfectly clear German.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Sandrine • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Francisca • couple • fr
7
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Dr Thomas • solo_traveller • de
7
Schönes Hotel mit toller Lage am Rhein mit kleinen Mängeln
Pros:

Tolle Lage am Rhein und an der alten Brücke.
Geräumiges, gut ausgestattetes Zimmer mit schönem Blick auf Stadt und Rhein
Sehr leckeres Frühstücksbuffet

Cons:

Aufzug war defekt und mein Zimmer war im 5. Stock.
Bei Ankunft um 16:30 waren keine Parkplätze mehr in der Hotelgarage verfügbar.
Öffentliches Parkhaus war 2 Straßen entfernt und kostete 30 CHF die Nacht.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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martine • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Emplacement exceptionnel, petit déjeuner copieux et de qualité, literie confortable

Cons:

L accueil est impersonnel et manque de chaleur. Le personnel doit être sensibilisé à recevoir les clients et les saluer dans la journée. Sauf dans l espace petit déjeune où le personnel est à l écoute des clients.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Teuta • extended_group • xk
10
Pros:

Wonderful stay! The hotel is clean, the staff are super helpful and friendly, and the location is simply unbeatable! The tram station is just a few steps away, with restaurants and shops all around. The hotel offers a beautiful view of the river and the old city, making the stay even more special. Everything you need is right at your doorstep. Highly recommended!

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Thorsten • couple • ch
9
Pros:

Die tolle Lage

Cons:

Nur eine Bettdecke

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Hannelore • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Sehr zuvorklmmendes Personal, super Lage

Cons:

Nur 1 Milch für Kaffee

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Christian • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Dirk • couple • de
7
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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PREETA • couple • ch
4
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • family_with_children • de
9
Top Lage zu sehr gutem Preis
Pros:

Top Lage, direkt an der Mittelbrücke zur Altstadt und auf der Hauptverkehrsachse zum Badischen Bahnhof und Riehen mit der Fondation Bayeler. Sehr bequeme Betten und Kissen. Sehr gutes Frühstück.

Cons:

Die Fenster sind sehr alt, isolieren nicht gut und ein Zimmer zur Stadt hin ist sehr, sehr laut - tags und nachts - von der Tram und Bussen, die direkt vorm Fenster fahren, aber auch Feiernden und Trinkenden.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Remo • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Die Lage geht nicht besser. Super Restaurant im Hotel. Zimmer und Frühstück gut. Insgesamt auf jeden Fall zu empfehlen

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Christine • extended_group • de
8
Sehr zu empfehlen für einen Citytrip
Pros:

Geniale Lage direkt an der Uferpromenade mit Blick auf den Rhein und Altstadtpanorama. Strassenbahnhaltestelle vor der Tür. Sehr gutes Frühstücksbuffet, es wurde ständig aufgefüllt.
Im Hochsommer eher nicht zu empfehlen, da ohne Klimaanlage.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee