• City view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
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The Essential by Dorint Basel City enjoys a quiet location next to the Messe Basel fairgrounds, close to the airport, and within easy reach of the center. Guests enjoy free WiFi in all areas as well as a free pass for public transport. Modern rooms and apartments with a kitchenette and sofa bed ensure a relaxing stay. Delicious Swiss and international cuisine is served in the air-conditioned, nonsmoking restaurant, Côté Jardin. Bus no. 30 stops right across the street from Essential by Dorint Basel City (Riehenring stop) and the tram stop of line 14 is just 2 minutes' walk away. You can park your car in the underground garage.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Dorint Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Basel, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.4

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
1 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
or
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marc
    Belgium Belgium
    Friendly staff, comfortable room, great breakfast, good location.
  • Iarina
    Romania Romania
    Everything was great, from the room facilities, personnel and breakfast
  • Jeremy
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff was friendly and helpful, breakfast was great, room was clean, welcoming lobby, very quiet

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Côté Jardin
    • Cuisine
      Local • International
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Essential by Dorint Basel City
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Game room
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Convenience store on site
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules

Essential by Dorint Basel City takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 60 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Essential by Dorint Basel City

  • Room options at Essential by Dorint Basel City include:

    • Double
    • Apartment
    • Single
    • Triple

  • Essential by Dorint Basel City has 1 restaurant:

    • Côté Jardin

  • Essential by Dorint Basel City is 0.9 miles from the center of Basel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Essential by Dorint Basel City offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Fitness
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at Essential by Dorint Basel City is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Yes, Essential by Dorint Basel City is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Essential by Dorint Basel City may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.