hotel brasserie au violon

Hotels
8.9 (930 reviews)
Im Lohnhof , Basel , CH

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 930 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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Petra • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Das Hotel hat einen ganz besonderen Genius Loci. Es ist geschmackvoll und mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet. Alles wirkt ein wenig wie aus einem Märchen und unterstreicht auf wunderschöne Weise die einzigartige Atmosphäre der Stadt.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Shrum • extended_group • us
10
Would do again in heartbeat.
Pros:

Staff went above and beyond in every way.
Right in Old Town.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
10
Great place to stay in Basel old Town
Pros:

Nice room and great restaurant attached

Cons:

No Kerrie in room but there is a communal space with kettle

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Miriam • solo_traveller • ch
9
Schönes Zimmer mit Bad, feines Frühstück und freundliches Personal
Pros:

Wunderschön und herzlich eingerichtet

Cons:

Das WC hatte Putzmittelrückstände.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Sanna • solo_traveller • se
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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SEBASTIAN • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Hanne • solo_traveller • dk
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Rochelle • couple • gb
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Apanovitch • couple • ca
9
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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P • couple • nl
8
Een prettig verblijf in een oud klooster dat voldoet aan wat je mag verwachten
Pros:

Hotel Au Violon is een oud klooster en dat betekent vaak enige soberheid. Au Violon is betrekkelijk sober, maar voor een kort verblijf in Basel ontbreekt het je aan niets. De kamer is groot genoeg en schoon, de badkamer sober (de douche zou wel een upgrade verdienen), het ontbijt niet heel uitgebreid maar lekker. Het is er rustig, ook al ligt het midden in de stad. Parkeren is simpel in een parkeergarage op ongeveer 300 meter en niet uitgesproken duur.
Het verblijf heeft geheel aan onze verwachtingen voldaan.

Cons:

De douche kan wel worden verbeterd, maar een ramp was het zeker niet.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Françoise • extended_group • ch
8
Pros:

Le petit déjeuner se déroulait dans un endroit typique et charmant .
en plus d'un buffet très bien achalandé et varié, la possibilité de commander certaines choses à la carte .
L'endroit parfait pour se rendre à pied dans la vieille ville .

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Urs • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Vicki • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • ch
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Flavelle • solo_traveller • ca
6
Ok. Room was small and windows small and I got bitten by mosquitoes in the night. Staff were ok, not great. Great locati
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bitten by mosquitoes

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Alessandra • extended_group • ch
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Véronique • couple • ch
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Georges • couple • fr
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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uzi • couple • fr
9
très bien et original, mieux que les hôtels impersonnels
Pros:

lieu très original puisque la chambre correspond à deux anciennes cellules réunies... C'était au préalable une prison. Les murs sont très très épais, mais la chambre est lumineuse et confortable. Très propre, un espace extérieur de la chambre pour le café, thé ou voir la télévision. En plein centre ville dans un bâtiment historique et préservé.
Excellent et copieux petit déjeuner dans une grande salle. Beau jardin avec fontaine et restaurant de l'hôtel. Ascenseur privé pour descendre en ville car on est en hauteur. Excellent accueil .

Cons:

en raison de la canicule, le ventilateur était insuffisant, mais je reconnais qu'il doit être impossible de percer les murs pour installer l'air conditionné. Le wi-fi est lent pour cette raison aussi.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • gb
9
Staff and management were excellent as was the location
Pros:

Location was excellent as was the hospitality Did not have breakfast only coffee which was very good

Cons:

pillows and no fridge in room

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee