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Motel One Basel

3.0 star property
Eco-certified Basel hotel in Basel City Centre with a 24-hour front desk

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Motel One) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Barfüssergasse 16, Basel, 4001
  • Basel Historical Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Basler Muenster
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Munsterplatz
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Motel One)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room (Smaller, with queen or double bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Single Room (with French size bed)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Motel One)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Basel

Located in Basel City Centre, Motel One Basel is next to Basel Historical Museum and Swiss Architecture Museum. This 143-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • Basler Muenster - 3 min walk
  • Basel Art Museum - 4 min walk
  • Marktplatz - 5 min walk
  • Basel Zoo - 13 min walk
  • Congress Center Basel - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Basel SBB Station - 11 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪L’Angolo Di Vino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brötlibar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Läckerli Huus - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café Huguenin - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Motel One Basel

Eco-certified Basel hotel in Basel City Centre with a 24-hour front desk
At Motel One Basel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and securing valuables.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Safes and desks are also standard.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Serbian, Spanish, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 19.50 to 19.90 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 19.50 to 19.90 for adults, and CHF 0 to 19.90 for children
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Motel One Basel Hotel
Motel One Basel Hotel
Motel One Basel Basel
Motel One Basel Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Motel One Basel?

Motel One Basel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel One Basel?

As of Feb 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Basel on Mar 7, 2025 start from $159.98, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see close to Motel One Basel?

This hotel is situated in Basel City Centre, just steps from Basler Muenster and Munsterplatz, and within a short walk of Basel Art Museum. You'll also find Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Motel One Basel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Motel One Basel feature a casino?

No, Motel One Basel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Motel One Basel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Motel One Basel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Does Motel One Basel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Motel One Basel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Motel One Basel offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Motel One Basel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Motel One Basel for a fee of CHF 25 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Motel One Basel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Motel One Basel?

The closest major airport to Motel One Basel is EuroAirport Airport (BSL), which is 5.6 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), which is located 5.5 mi away (18-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Motel One Basel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Motel One Basel offer a balcony.

Motel One Basel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 609 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 609 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 609 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 609 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 609 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Skyler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous service, great location, beautiful room!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was in an excellent location to explore Basel and access public transport. If you are attending the conference centre but want to stay centrally, the tram stop is less than a minute's walk with frequent direct trams. The staff were lovely and the room was very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and prime location
Overall a very clean and prime located property. Stylish decor and friendly staff. Modest breakfast. Only thing I didn’t like is that my room windows were opening towards an apartment building. There was only a darkening curtain. Which means either be visible to everyone or no view at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location but not easy to drive to as there are a lot of pedestrian only streets near the hotel. Parking is at the art museum garage a few minutes away. About 30 CHF per day. Hotel was great and modern with a bar in the lobby. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

MARY ANNE, Greenport

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price is right and my room was super and comfy: great value for such a top notch location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location, Location, Location
Tram stop right outside, cafe below, coop market around the corner, bars and restaurants across the street, 2 blocks from the cathedral, extensive shopping within 1 block, just a great location. Stayed her a night before the river cruise and it was an excursion in itself. Noon check out so we had the morning to explore, then took the tram down to the dock - careful, be sure you have the right embankment dock for your particular boat…tram also took us straight from train to hotel. It would be good for Motel One to list easily which Tram to take from station to stopping point, etc., send in a pre arrival email, because it was SO easy and convenient. Not easy with big luggage to get in the doors up the stairs and across the cobblestone courtyard so be aware. Room was small but well equipped, clean, comfy and quiet. Everything is pre pay so no hassle on the way out with bills. Bartender 24 hours/day and attentive. Meeting space with friends on the first floor meant quiet upstairs for the rooms. Just a fantastic pre our post cruise hotel - highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was fantastic and very helpful x
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chansamone

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place almost gets a 10 out of 10. The staff are great, , I loved our room, the location is good. The shower floor is too level so water goes under the shower door and gets the area in front of the shower wet. They need to leave more towels to deal with that. What I hated are the pillows- rock hard bricks, and no softer options. And I couldn’t use a rolled up towel for a pillow because all the towels were wet from the shower! But I would still come back- just check the pillow and towel situation before it’s late at night!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Kalamazoo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had a nice stay here and loved the included local travel pass that is included with the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID, Sparks

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is central to many must see and do's. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy check in/out. Coffee was good for breakfast. Nice lobby area to sit and relax. Good breakfast by European standard.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location, hotel and staff
Fantastic experience. The hotel’s location is right on the centre of the city, the rooms are squeaky clean and comfortable. Love the pillow choices! The staff are ver professional and friendly. Their card key system was down for one day and I was very impressed by the way the team handled the inconvenience. Can definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Really like the fact they give you a pass for public transport during the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Fantastic hotel, great location, super professional and friendly staff. The rooms are reasonable sized, ultraclean, with comfy beds and choice of pillows. The only thing I was missing was a small fridge to keep the water cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma, Monash

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Kept it touch via WhatsApp - helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024