Motel One Basel

Hotels
9.3 (893 reviews)
Barfüssergasse 16 , Basel , ch

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Limited amenities
Room size could be better

Categories

Cleanliness
9.6
Overall positive mention of cleanliness in reviews, with comments on rooms being very clean.
Service
10
Repeated positive mentions about staff friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
10
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent location, especially regarding proximity to Christmas markets.
Room Quality
8.6
Generally positive with some mentions of small rooms and lack of certain amenities.
Amenities
8.6
Mixed comments about amenities; some limitations noted, such as absence of fridges and coffee/tea facilities.
Value for Money
8.6
Some mention of high prices for budget quality; however, still remains a good choice based on location.
Food and Beverage
9.1
Breakfast praised in many reviews, although some criticisms of seating arrangements.
Overall Experience
9.9
Overall satisfied experiences reported by guests, with considerations for certain areas to improve.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 22:45

Property Description

Modern Comfort and Convenience
Motel One Basel offers air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Central Location
Conveniently situated just 100 meters from the Architectural Museum, guests can easily explore Basel's cultural attractions. The proximity to Basel Cathedral and Pfalz Basel adds to the hotel's appeal.

Hospitality at Its Best
With a 24-hour front desk, guests at Motel One Basel can expect excellent service round the clock. Enjoy the on-site bar and stay connected with free WiFi access during your stay.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Motel One Basel? 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for CHF 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 893 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.6
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 9.1
Overall Experience: 9.9
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Ivana • extended_group • rs
9
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • nz
9
Easy walk to rail station
Pros:

Close to museums

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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FREDERIC • couple • fr
7
Un bel hôtel près du kunstmuseum
Pros:

Très bien placé, plutôt arty

Cons:

C’est une usine à clients et groupes, beaucoup de monde un accueil impersonnel.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Elke • couple • au
10
Pros:

Loved location and room.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel • solo_traveller • dk
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Aneta • couple • at
9
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • at
8
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Maurizio • couple • ch
10
Very good stay
Pros:

Very central location

Cons:

Place for breakfast

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Regina • couple • de
6
Zu teuer
Pros:

Lage sehr gut. Frühstück war das letzte Mal besser..

Cons:

Sehr teuer geworden.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Pieter • couple • nl
10
Heerlijk bed & beddengoed, heerlijke douche en goed verduisterende gordijnen
Pros:

Heerlijk bed & beddengoed, heerlijke douche en goed verduisterende gordijnen

Cons:

Geen eigen parkeerplaats, maar deze was maar 2 minuten lopen en erg schoon

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Henrik • family_with_children • dk
7
Godt
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • es
8
On the whole good
Pros:

Centrally located

Cons:

No glasses, coffee making facilities, fridge etc

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • couple • lu
8
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Axel • solo_traveller • at
10
Guter Business Trip mit zentraler Lage und gewohnter Komfort.
Pros:

Unkompliziert wie immer und überall im Motel one

Cons:

-

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Umut • couple • tr
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
C
CAROLINE • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

L emplacement
Les transports en commun à proximité
La bonne humeur de vos collaborateurs

Cons:

Absence de réfrigérateur
Pas de point d'eau

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • ch
8
Molto comodo e piacevole. Silenzioso
Pros:

Posizione, comfort, pulizia

Cons:

Niente

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
C
Carsten • couple • de
9
Tolle Lage, geschmackvolle Ausstattung.
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt sehr zentral, so dass man von dort aus alles wunderbar erreichen konnte. Wie in allen Motel One-Hotels sind sowohl der Eingangsbereich als auch die Zimmer geschmackvoll gestaltet.

Cons:

Es gibt nichts, was uns nicht gefallen hat.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • de
10
Modernes Hotel in guter Lage
Pros:

Super Lage, sehr nettes Personal, alles sauber und in Ordnung. basel City Card inclusive. Perfekt.

Cons:

Insgesamt doch nicht so günstig. Aber für Schweizer Verhältnisse völlig ok.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee