Krafft Basel

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, connected to the convention center, near Basel Town Hall

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Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, alfresco dining
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Standard Single Room, Balcony, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Junior Studio Suite, Balcony, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
In the heart of Basel, Krafft Basel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with international cuisine at Restaurant Krafft, al fresco dining on the terrace, and high-speed in-room WiFi. The attentive staff have left a lasting impression on guests who enjoy free bicycle rentals to explore nearby Basler Muenster and Basel Historical Museum.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
The current price is $210
$228 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20

Why we love this property

City center elegance
Gaze at the river from this historic luxury hotel on the boardwalk. Curated decor adds charm to this centrally located city center gem.
Diverse dining options
International cuisine awaits at the restaurant with al fresco dining options. A cafe, bar, and buffet breakfast round out this hotel's culinary scene.
Sleep like royalty
Drift into dreams on hypo-allergenic bedding with a personalized pillow menu. This luxury hotel offers curated rooms with individual decor.

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Single Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Balcony, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, Balcony, River View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
  • 10 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Junior Studio Suite, Balcony, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rheingasse 12, Basel, BS, 4058

What's nearby

  • Marktplatz - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basler Muenster - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Basel Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St. Jakobshalle - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport) - 18 min drive
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 19 min drive
  • Basel Bad Station - 19 min walk
  • Basel (ZBA-Basel Bad Train Station) - 20 min walk
  • Basel SBB Station - 22 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • University Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Manora Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brauerei Fischerstube - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ufer 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Döner Stop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Krafft Basel

Located near a train station, Krafft Basel is a great choice for a stay in Basel. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Restaurant Krafft, which serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, free bike rentals, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Marktplatz Tram Stop is 5 minutes and University Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (CHF 30 per stay; discounts available)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1873
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Restaurant Krafft - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of Europe.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 28 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CHF 40.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25.00 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs CHF 30 per stay (4921 ft away)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Also known as

Krafft Basel
Krafft Hotel
Krafft Hotel Basel
Krafft Am Rhein Basel
Krafft Basel Hotel
Krafft Basel Hotel
Krafft Basel Basel
Krafft Basel Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Does Krafft Basel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Krafft Basel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Krafft Basel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Krafft Basel?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Krafft Basel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Krafft Basel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Basel (6-min drive) and Casino Barriere De Blotzheim (12-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Krafft Basel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling.

Are there restaurants at or near Krafft Basel?

Yes, Restaurant Krafft offers alfresco dining and international cuisine.

What's the area around Krafft Basel like?

Krafft Basel is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Basel City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Marktplatz Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Basel University.

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Krafft Basel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
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River
Water
Restaurant
Food
Bathroom
Coffee

What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant offered great food and pleasant staff with helpful recommendations for nearby dining options. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Good location
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful building, and view of the river, wonderful restaurant, magnificent breakfast. Close to main transportation lines.
Tonia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, cleanliness, great location,
kevin, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel with a wonderful old age feel
ROWlAND, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, great service.
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a really great hotel, artistic, roomy, great location but beware construction on the city side was noisy. We had to keep the windows closed.
Chanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location on the river. Historic building. Friendly staff!
Nanette, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice old world property, in great location with great views over the river. Coffee, water and snacks available on each floor for guests included in price. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Richard, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location! Basel is a wonderful town! We were disappointed to find our room at the back of the property was a laneway, with a number of bistros that were open late, even on week nights!
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great about this hotel. Location, staff and room. The hotel is a historical landmark in the city and I highly recommend. We only stayed one night to catch our river cruise the next day, however we wished we had stayed a couple more. Next time!!
Leticia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice
HUSSAM, 5-night trip

4/10 Fair

Hotel have restaurants in outside Very noisy in night time Can’t sleep well A lot of fly in the room because the window don’t have screens Feel not comfortable The weather is hot but they don’t have AC so we need to open the window but no screens in the window A lot the fly come in the room Can’t sleep well
WAI, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location, service, food. Poor accomodation ☹

Super location, friendly staff, great restaurant and service. Unfortunately, the rooms have no air conditioning, which is very uncomfortable during summer temperatures. We were offered 2 fans, which helped, but not really a solution. The room with the city view faced towards the construction site across a small street, which meant very loud noise starting at 7 AM every morning. The pictures on the web did not accurately show the room setup; the double bed room was super small and had only a very small closet. Overall, great location, service and food, but poor accommodations.
Katrin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

This was a cute little hotel right along the River in Basel. The staff were very friendly upon check in and even let us check in super early, like noon! We could walk to many cool spots from here and really enjoyed the local nightlife along the river. Our room was large, it felt like an apartment! We liked the towels in the waterproof dry bag if we had wanted to float the river. Close to lots of restaurants and shopping.
Suzy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Room very small for asking price, no still water provided.
Marta, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had the premium room on the roof with a huge bathroom and bathtub. Room was always the right temperature with a big covered balcony. No minibar/fridge but had a coffee machine and hot water maker in the room Parking was a bit difficult but the staff went above and beyond to figure it out for us. Very close to all of downtown Basel. Small, very basic breakfast for 20cfh per person is not worth it but all in all very nice quiet hotel on the water. Once again, amazing staff.
JOSHUA, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Check in by an unfriendly, subtly condescending staff member. Room was on the city side on the first floor above the street. Smokers below on the street caused room to smell like cigarette smoke all night. Noisy room with construction sight directly across a narrow street. Small bathroom. Best part of our two night stay was the beverage center on each floor. Would not recommend this hotel.
Teresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel
Catherine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fint og ærverdig hotell i den mest interessante delen av byen
Asle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super Lage am Rhein - Zimmer mit Rheinsicht buchen - da in der Gasse
Anita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

super Lage am Rhein - unbedingt Zimmer mit Rheinblick buchen. Auf der Gasse rund ums Hotel ist nachts ziemlich viel los! Super Buffet zum Frühstücken…..
Anita, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location with a view

Hotel was clean and well located, It’s a bit awkward getting into the entrance to the hotel, steps and a small door if you have luggage No fridge or coffee or tea in room Room had a lovely view of the Ryan river but bear in mind restaurants are below and at night you need to close the windows for the noise And room only had a fan no ac
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabelhaftes Hotel

Sehr schönes und ästhetisches Hotel. Freundliches Personal und guter Servive. Die Lage direkt am Rhein ist wunderbar.
Sabine, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super fint hotel. Manglede bare en aircondition. Blæser larmede og var til ingen nytte. Og super fedt med gratis vand og kaffe på hver etage.
Jess, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location is great. Breakfast is good. The staff are very friendly and helpful, especially Victoria, she is wonderful. However, the property is very dated, no air conditioning, my room was very small and very basic. The bathroom, which seems it has ben recently renovated, is too small even with the sliding door solution. I don't really know how this hotel was classified as a 4-star hotel.
Yahya, 3-night trip