Old Town Travel Guide

Basel

A stone bridge over a river with historic buildings and a flag on a pole.
A red building with intricate designs and a tall tower.
A historic building with ornate facades, large windows, and a clock tower.
A river with boats, a bridge, and buildings along the riverbank.
A large, ornate church with twin towers and intricate stone carvings.

Stay near popular Old Town attractions


Top hotels in Old Town

Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel

4.5 out of 5
Marktgasse 19 Basel BS
The price is ₹27,845 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
₹27,845
₹29,867 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (875 reviews)
"Location is great"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hotel Märthof Basel
Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat

3 out of 5
Petersgraben 23 Basel
The price is ₹11,214 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
₹11,214
₹12,606 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (778 reviews)
"The hotel was great close to the old town, clean and staff were very friendly"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Central City Hotel Rochat
Motel One Basel

Motel One Basel

3 out of 5
Barfüssergasse 16 Basel
The price is ₹13,260 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
₹13,260
₹14,727 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Motel One Basel
Limehome Basel Town Hall

Limehome Basel Town Hall

2 out of 5
12 Münzgasse Basel BS
The price is ₹10,377 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
₹10,377
₹12,313 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Pharmacy Museum Basel and Marktplatz are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (120 reviews)
"Location was walkable to and from train station. We didn't spend much time in the area, was a stop over for us, but looked like the property was in a good location for access to city sights and restaurant options. Check in and out were easy using the instructions provided by the host."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Limehome Basel Town Hall
Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

4 out of 5
2 Rheingasse Basel BS
The price is ₹14,504 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
₹14,504
₹15,056 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Martinskirche and White and Blue House are ...
8.2/10 Very good! (24 reviews)
"I have stayed here previously when it was self check in. Now they have 24 hour service. I found check in and luggage storage very easy as I was early. And then I had a very pleasant room upgrade with a spectacular view of river. A nice touch was the selection of juice and pop in the fridge. And having ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Blumenrain 19 Basel BS
The price is ₹16,906 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹16,906
₹18,512 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (854 reviews)
"Very nice boutique hotel in city center. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
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Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Basel City Centre

Museums, art galleries and historical sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basler Muenster or Munsterplatz while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.

Altstadt Grossbasel

If you're spending time in Altstadt Grossbasel, you might enjoy attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Vorstädte

If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Sankt Alban

While visiting Sankt Alban, you might make a stop by sights like St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park.

Kleinbasel

Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.



Old Town Travel Guide