Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Hotels
7.7 (4642 reviews)
Rheingasse 2 , Basel , ch
+41 61 685 11 11

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Pets 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Some reviews mention outdated facilities which may imply cleanliness not at its best.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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    Adults stay for CHF 70 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 4642 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
Ünal • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Super Lage
Tolles Hotel

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Johan • solo_traveller • se
9
Topphotell med toppläge
Pros:

Det var toppen! Hade rum med utsikt mot strandpromenaden, bron och framför allt Rhen. Perfekt på sommaren.

Cons:

Det finns inte AC och det var väldigt varmt. Med AC 10/10 poängare (och säkert dyrare)

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Stephan • couple • ch
4
Im Hochsommer nicht zu empfehlen.
Pros:

Lage am Rhein

Cons:

Keine Klimaanlage. Schlafen bei der Bruthitze fast unmöglich

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Vera • couple • li
8
Tolle Lage mit schöner Aussicht
Pros:

Schöne Lage am Rhein direkt im Zentrum der Stadt. Kleiner Balkon. Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit

Cons:

Abfallcontainer beim Eingang des Hotels

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • de
10
perfekter Aufenthalt, speziell für das Basel Tattoo
Pros:

Sehr freundlicher Empfang obwohl wir zu zeitig angereist sind, das Gepäck wurde aufbewahrt, so das wir unbeschwert schon mal die Gegend erkunden konnten. Der Buchungswunsch wurde ebenfalls erfüllt. Zimmer 403 ist das schönste Flußblickzimmer !! Und war frisch renoviert. Kaffeemaschine auf dem Zimmer mit täglich neuen Kapseln- gut wenn man kein großes Frühstück braucht.

Cons:

eigentlich nichts, alles Top , eventuell einen 2.Hocker für den Balkon, und ein Bild für die große weiße Wand gegenüber dem Bett wären schön

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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René • solo_traveller • ch
4
Einmal und nie wieder
Pros:

Die Lage war sehr schön

Cons:

Zimmer Bezug erst nach 15.00. Das Zimmer war voll an der Sonne, obschon Storen waren diese NICHT!! herunter gelassen und die Temperatur entsprechend 28°C. Kaffeerahm nur 3 Port. Zahnglas nur 1. Schade wir haben so gefreut und wurden endtäuscht. Preis für diese Leistung zu hoch.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Dori • extended_group • es
8
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Gabriele • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Top Lage 😃

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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chantal • couple • ch
6
lovely location and friendly receptionist but the Management needs to do better for more positive Reviews
Pros:

Location is lovely, rooms were clean

Cons:

No parking, very difficult to get there by car, hotel deco very dated and austere, the receptionist told us breakfast was included but the day after we had to pay 50fr anyway. And honestly for that price the selection wasn’t good. We had 2 coffees, some fruit and 2 croissants. 50fr was way too much

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Hostmann • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Georg • extended_group • ch
9
Top
Pros:

- Zentrale Lage
- sehr freundliches Personal
- super Bette

Cons:

- veralteter Haartrockner

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Ewald • solo_traveller • ch
5
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Felix • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Katia • couple • ch
8
Pros:

L’emplacement, le lit, la vue sur le Rhin.

Cons:

Il n’y a pas de climatisation mais ce n’est pas la faute de l’hôtel. La ville ne leur permet pas car ils sont un bâtiment au bord du Rhin et classé.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Markus • couple • ch
8
Wir können uns dieses Hotel gut für ein verlängertes Wochenende vorstellen
Pros:

Super Lage, direkt am Rheinufer
Sehr freundliches Personal
Restaurant mit Terrasse zum Fluss
Schöner Restaurantsaal auch im Innern (Frühstück)

Cons:

Im Sommer (in diesem Jahr speziell) war es im 4. Stock im Zimmer sehr warm, aber mit Ventilator und offener Balkontüre problemlos zu handeln

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Petra • couple • de
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Urban • couple • se
9
Cons:

Ingen AC

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Cornelia • extended_group • ch
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Verena • solo_traveller • ch
8
für eine Nacht perfekt
Pros:

Lage am Rhein

Cons:

keine Klimaanlage

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • be
8
Pros:

Great location by the river, nice breakfast, no air-con but fan provided in room. Two stops on tram from rail station.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee