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Novotel Basel City

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel near Basel Zoo

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Family Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Restaurant
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Grosspeterstrasse 12, Basel, BS, 4052
  • Popular LocationSt. Jakobshalle19 min walk
  • Popular LocationBasel Zoo20 min walk
  • Popular LocationCongress Center Basel3 min drive
  • AirportBasel (BSL-EuroAirport)18 min drive

Room options

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Family Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds (Next) | Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds (Next)

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Basel

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Sankt Alban hotel, you'll find Basel University and BIS Tower. Also, Via Gottardo is within half a mile (1 km) and Basel Art Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Basel Art Museum - 15 min walk
  • Basler Muenster - 18 min walk
  • St. Jakobshalle - 19 min walk
  • Basel Zoo - 20 min walk
  • Congress Center Basel - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Basel SBB Station - 11 min walk
  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Manufacture - 6 min walk
  • Bahnhof Imbiss (SBB) - 8 min walk
  • Plato Kitchen Bar - 7 min walk
  • Sutter Begg - 6 min walk
  • Saphir - 8 min walk

About this property

Novotel Basel City

4-star eco-certified hotel near Basel Zoo
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2067 square feet (192 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the eco-certified Novotel Basel City. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Basel hotel is smoke free.

  • 145 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2067 sq ft of conference space
  • 192 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2014
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Basel City offers 145 accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and minibars. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

This Basel hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's toys
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (CHF 26 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 31 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 20 per pet, per night

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 31 per person
  • Self parking fee: CHF 26 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Novotel Basel City
Novotel Hotel Basel City
Novotel Basel City Hotel
Novotel Basel City Hotel
Novotel Basel City Basel
Novotel Basel City Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Novotel Basel City to the airport?

Novotel Basel City is 7.9 mi (18-min drive) away from the EuroAirport Airport (BSL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Basel City?

As of May 6, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Basel City on Jun 2, 2024 start from $135.13, 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.

Does Novotel Basel City have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Novotel Basel City.

How close is Novotel Basel City to the beach?

This hotel is 6 mi (17-min drive) from Plage de Huningue.

Does Novotel Basel City offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Basel City, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of CHF 31 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Novotel Basel City?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grand Casino Basel (6-min drive) and Casino Barriere De Blotzheim (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Novotel Basel City?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Novotel Basel City?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CHF 26 per night.

Does Novotel Basel City have a pool?

Novotel Basel City does not have a pool.

Does Novotel Basel City have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Novotel Basel City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Novotel Basel City to downtown Basel?

Novotel Basel City is 1 mi away from Basel.

Novotel Basel City Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 562 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 562 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 562 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 562 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 562 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sherin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Generally Very Good In All Areas
Everything was generally very good, and the service was excellent! The one slightly negative point for me was the lack of choices of the restaurant menu.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona Mary

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, short walk to transport and restaurants, lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the reception were extremely helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Claude, Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good staff. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diogo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room seems to be new, everything was clean and smelling good. The staff were amazing! They even gave a special kid set to my toddler. I have not to say than I’m glad to choose this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean hotel within walking distance of train station.Conveniently located to tram line for quick and easy transport to the old town. Good choices at breakfast too. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great trip
Great hotel with very friendly staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely, great location and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to town using tram system
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023