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

Things to do


Top hotels in Old Town

Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel

4.5 out of 5
Marktgasse 19 Basel BS
The price is ฿9,783 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿9,783
฿10,493 total
18 Oct - 19 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 ...
Hotel Märthof Basel
Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat

3 out of 5
Petersgraben 23 Basel
The price is ฿3,929 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,929
฿4,417 total
18 Oct - 19 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! (783 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and helpful with suggestions and directions. The room was clean and staff very friendly. The breakfast was very good and convenient. The location was great for being able to walk to most attractions. The overall experience was excellent and I would stay there again in a ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Central City Hotel Rochat
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Blumenrain 19 Basel BS
The price is ฿5,329 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
฿5,329
฿5,870 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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 ...
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
Motel One Basel

Motel One Basel

3 out of 5
Barfüssergasse 16 Basel
The price is ฿4,930 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,930
฿5,456 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 ฿3,558 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,558
฿4,233 total
18 Oct - 19 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! (121 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 ฿5,096 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿5,096
฿5,290 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Martinskirche and White and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (26 reviews)
"Fantastic location..., reception staff especially the young lady extremely helpful.... beautiful location.. fabulous terrace. The only thing the rooms were just a little tired otherwise could not fault and would recommend"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026
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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