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Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

4.0 star property
Pet-friendly Basel hotel with restaurant, connected to the convention center

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Right in Basel City Centre, Merian Basel - Self Check-in offers a convenient stay with express check-out and check-in. Enjoy the ease of in-room WiFi and unwind knowing you're just moments from the charming Basel Zoo.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Espresso maker
  • Elevator
The current price is $133
$138 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10

Room options

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Small Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Small Single Room

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Small Queen Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Small Queen Room

  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

City Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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River Double Room with Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

River Double Room with Balcony

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • River view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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River Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

River Double Room

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Two Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Family Two Bedroom

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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River Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

River Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
2 Rheingasse, Basel, BS, 4058

What's nearby

  • Basel University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Basel Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marktplatz - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Basler Muenster - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Congress Center Basel - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 25 min drive
  • Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport) - 25 min drive
  • Basel Bad Station - 19 min walk
  • Basel SBB Station - 21 min walk
  • Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station) - 22 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • University Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Zum alte Schluuch - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zum Schmale Wurf - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Döner Stop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Manora Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

  • Located near a train station, Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 is a great choice for a stay in Basel. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Marktplatz Tram Stop is 5 minutes and University Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 64 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

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

    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

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

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Onsite self parking (CHF 30 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (323 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Lockers available
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • 10 stairs to reach property
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 80-cm flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

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

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 25 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs CHF 30 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
  • Parking height restrictions apply

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

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

Also known as

Merian am Rhein Basel
Merian Basel Self Check in
Merian am Rhein Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Merian am Rhein Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Basel

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 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 Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

Yes. Self parking costs CHF 30 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

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 Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.

Are there restaurants at or near Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 like?

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Basel City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Marktplatz Tram Stop and 4 minutes' walk from Basel University.

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Reviews

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 Reviews

7.0

Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Fair

Hotel position is very very nice, directly on Rhein riverside. And we got a room upgrade for a riverside balcony double room. But for being a 4-star hotel it has also some pretty obvious weaknesses: no air conditioning in the room and very weak elsewhere in the lobby - a fan was placed on a chair in the room, but it just moves hot air around and doesn't give much of a relief. Breakfast buffet also quite unsatisfactory compared to other similar hotels, and very expensive at 25 CHF per person (almost 30EUR...): no croissant/bakery goods (e.g. a cake, a pain au chocolat or whatsoever...), the scrambled eggs were very cold as the container was not heated, choice of grains for yoghurt/milk not too big... Not what you'd expect for such a hotel in such beautiful location. Also on the day of arrival there was a wedding ceremony in the internal restaurant and no available parking space in the garage, nothing against it but could have been informed upfront to the travelers so that we could arrange a parking earlier. All in all not a good value for money in my opinion.
Fabio, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are small, but fair. No A/C. That was a minus. Super clean, great staff, great location, good food and breakfast, I will go again.
Xavier, 3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

I chose this hotel because I was visiting Basel for a business trip to Messe Basel. The facilities are very clean, and in particular, the elevator made it very easy to move my luggage. In the lobby, there is a lounge with a view of the Rhine River, which makes it a great place to work. There is also a café and bar, so it is especially nice to work while enjoying a coffee. Smoking is allowed, and the location is excellent: it is only a 1-minute walk to the Rhine riverside and a 1-minute walk to the tram station, making it very convenient to get around Basel. In particular, Coop, Lidl, and MANOR are all located within a 2-minute walk, so the hotel is truly in the best location. The bed is comfortable, and the bedding is especially well maintained. The bathroom is clean, and the water pressure is also good. I would definitely stay here again the next time I visit Basel. The front desk staff are especially kind and welcoming. It was an honor to be the first Korean guest to stay at this hotel, and I would like to express my sincere respect and appreciation for the kindness of the front desk staff. If you need water, you can ask at the front desk and choose between still water and sparkling water, so don’t be surprised if there is no refrigerator in the room. :) Thank you very much for your kindness throughout my stay. I hope to see you again next time.
SEONGMUK, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Das Personal ist sehr nett und hlfsbereit. Zimmer und Bad sind klein ,nicht so modern, jedoch sehr sauber und gepflegt und alles intakt. Tolle Aussicht. Früstück mit frischen Produckten und gute Auswahl.sehr guter Kaffe. Top Lage. Sehr empfelenswert.
Jasmin, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Sehr schöne Aussicht auf Fluss
Hans, 1-night trip