hotel brasserie au violon

Hotels
8.9 (922 reviews)
Im Lohnhof , Basel , ch

Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Cons:
No tea making facilities
Check-out time early

Categories

Cleanliness
8.89
The hotel was clean, with a friendly atmosphere.
Service
9.16
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Location
9.4
Superb location in the old town, close to attractions.
Room Quality
8.65
Rooms were spacious and well-furnished.
Amenities
8.58
Good amenities, though missing some basics like tea making facilities.
Value for Money
8.64
Overall good value considering the location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.79
Breakfast was exceptional; dining experience was good.
Overall Experience
9.06
An enjoyable stay with minor issues addressed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 11:26

Property Description

Convenient Location
Hotel brasserie au violon is perfectly located in Basel, just steps away from popular attractions such as Architectural Museum and Basel Cathedral. With Pfalz Basel and Marktplatz Basel nearby, guests can easily immerse themselves in the city's charm.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at the hotel is thoughtfully designed, featuring free WiFi, a desk, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Selected rooms even offer a cozy seating area, ensuring a relaxing stay for every guest.

Complimentary Benefits
Indulge in a delicious buffet breakfast served daily and make the most of the BaselCard provided to guests, offering free public transport and discounts on local attractions. Experience convenience and comfort at hotel brasserie au violon.

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.

The hotel restaurant is closed on Sundays and bank holidays.
It is recommended to use the special request field for table reservations when making a reservation for the room.

Please note : For bookings of 3 booked rooms and more , group policies apply. Please contact that hotel directly for more information on the new cancellation policy.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.
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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 922 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.89
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.79
Overall Experience: 9.06
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Margaret family_with_children us
9
Unique, historic small hotel, beautifully maintained, within walking distance to all sites .
Pros:

Beautiful historical building in a unique neighborhood; kept in immaculate condition. Beautiful wood floors. Spacious room and bathroom. Internal restaurant with shady outdoor terrace serving breakfast and dinner. Walkable to all sites in Gross Basel and Klein Basel. Many shops and restaurants within minutes. Tram stop adjacent, out the lower level accessible via internal elevator. Helpful reception.

Cons:

On unusually hot days, no AC, but fan is provided. Ask for rooms opening onto courtyard for most quiet.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
S
Sacha solo_traveller fr
8
Pros:

Emplacement charmant dans la vieille ville, proche de la gare.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful.

Cons:

Location: it is slightly difficult to get to on foot from the station and taxis are extremely expensive.
The room was very hot (though I know this is the summer).
No TV (not very important for me).

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Ross couple au
9
Small friendly hotel worth a repeat stay.
Pros:

Excellent, close to downtown, outside dining overlooking Basel downtown. Would return!,

Cons:

All good, remembering this is a small hotel with history.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Cavallar couple at
10
Einfach top!
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
9
A quiet hideaway in the centre of Basel!
Pros:

Excellent location for major museums but almost hidden away in a beautiful, quiet location Modest breakfast, simple continental but very tasty. A fan was provided in the room which was a huge relief in the heat and helped to get a good night's sleep. There's a good lift to the upper floors. Beautiful terrace where meals were served for lunch and dinner. Excellent menu too.

Cons:

Nothing really.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
C
Caz family_with_children au
8
Very comfortable
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
N
Noémie family_with_children ch
9
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
C
Claudia solo_traveller nl
8
Pros:

Gezellig hotel, vriendleijk personeel, goed ontbijt.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
A
Andrea solo_traveller ch
9
Pros:

Tolle ruhige Lage, aussergewöhnliche Zimmer, sehr sauber und tolles Personal.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
E
Elsa solo_traveller tw
10
Excellent
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller ch
8
Pros:

Schönes undzentral gelegenes Hotel, saubere Zimmer, gutes Frühstücksangebot.

Cons:

Im Zimmer war es trotz Ventilator sehr, sehr heiss. Auch durch die Fenster kam kaum Abkühlung. Ich konnte darum nicht gut schlafen.
War aber diese Tage auch sehr heiss draussen.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
A
Alma couple ch
7
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
H
Heidi couple ch
8
Pros:

Die top Lage für eine Stadtbesichtigung.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
R
Rösch family_with_children ch
8
Gutes Hotel
Pros:

Lage ist super, sehr zentral, Die Leute an der Rezeption waren mega freundlich und hilfsbereit. Alles in allem super.

Cons:

Alles ok.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Nadia solo_traveller es
10
Agradable y bonito hotel, recepcionistas encantadores ubicado en el centro. Muy recomendable
Pros:

Hotel ubicado en un edificio histórico, bien rehabilitado, bonito y en el centro

Cons:

No tenía aire acondicionado ni televisión dentro de la habitación

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Oliver solo_traveller ch
8
Charmant, tolle Lage, leider nicht ganz leise
Pros:

Tolle, charmante und geschmackvolle Unterkunft in optimaler Lage. Feines Frühstück mit lokalen Produkten und sehr gutem Brot (darauf lege ich viel Wert)

Cons:

Mein Zimmer ging auf den Innenhof. Der Restaurantbetrieb bzw das abschliessende Aufröumen ist mit viel Geklapper verbunden. Gerade bei offenem Fenster störend. Vor 11:30 Uhr ist also nicht wirklich Nachtruhe . Das trübt den Aufenthalt.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller ch
8
Pros:

Vielle ville, calme, bâtiment historique

Cons:

En pleine canicule, compliqué sans la climatisation. Mais un ventilateur Dyson de qualité est disponible

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Patricia couple fr
9
Recommandé pour un séjour à Bâle
Pros:

Hôtel très bien situé dans le centre; personnel attentif; chambre confortable avec vue sur la ville; bon petit déjeuner.

Cons:

rien

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Sharon couple ca
10
2026-06-14 via Nuitee