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Basel Backpack - Hostel

2.0 star property
Basel hostel in Gundeldingen area

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds
Interior
Restaurant
Restaurant
Balcony

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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192 Dornacherstrasse, Basel, BS, 4053
  • Place, Basel University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Basel Zoo
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Basel Art Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

8 - Bed Dormitory, Female

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

8-Bed-Dormitory, Mixed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Basel

Gundeldingen stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Gundeldingen hostel, you'll find Basel University and BIS Tower. Zoological Garden and Offene Kirche Elisabethen are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Basel University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Basel Zoo - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Basel Art Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Marktplatz - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Basler Muenster - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Basel Station - 11 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spark - Wine And Coffee Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nam Soup Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vito - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪L'esquina - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Manufacture - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Basel Backpack - Hostel

Basel hostel in Gundeldingen area
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Basel Backpack - Hostel.

This Basel hostel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Basel Backpack - Hostel offers 16 accommodations with washers/dryers and complimentary newspapers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. This Basel hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (CHF 12 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 10 for adults and CHF 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property will place a credit card authorization for the price of the first night without city tax for any bookings.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 10 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 30.0 per night.

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 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Towels fee: CHF 2 per person, per stay

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 continental breakfast: approximately CHF 10 for adults and CHF 5 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 12 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 10 per pet, per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 30.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Basel Backpack - Hostel to the airport?

Basel Backpack - Hostel is 8.5 mi (25-min drive) away from the EuroAirport Airport (BSL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Basel Backpack - Hostel.

How close is Basel Backpack - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 6.6 mi (23-min drive) from Plage de Huningue and 15.1 mi (21-min drive) from Isteiner Schwellen. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Basel Backpack - Hostel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of CHF 10 for adults and CHF 5 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Basel Backpack - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Grand Casino Basel (7-min drive) and Casino Barriere De Blotzheim (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Basel Backpack - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Basel Backpack - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel have a pool?

Basel Backpack - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Basel Backpack - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Basel Backpack - Hostel to downtown Basel?

Basel Backpack - Hostel is 0.1 mi away from Gundeldingen.

Basel Backpack - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 65 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kubrat

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Room was okay but the the whole building and the floors were very smelly!!!! Bathroom on the floors were okay but downstairs by the lobby was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shruti

I paid for a queen single bed room but was given a family room with 4 bunk beds. I was struggling with power outlets to charge my phones because of not enough of them around my bed. Was way different than what was shown during booking. Had to checkout and walk to Basel SBB station early morning hours like around 5:30 to 6 but did not feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended for young or old.

Cool "hipster" location, all good, like one should expect from a hostel. Transit pass a valuable plus. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

JYOTHISH

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jordan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved it. Great property managers that were very helpful and reasonable in making our stay better.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a really nice place to stay, close to the central station and supermarkets.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Grzegorz

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Prices do not match on hotels.com and hotel

At check-in the cc for booking was not charged, so I had to pay a higher price than on the booking confirmation: CHF 33 instead of CHF 29. Should be some additional guest tax?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bereket

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mostly loved how helpful, friendly and down-to-earth the staff was. Warm showers, a clean and comfortable place to lay my head. What more could I ask for?
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Markus

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

An experience

It was great but it was difficult to find the place at the beginning
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Jackie, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train state, bus station. Friendly stuffs, close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Zbigniew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful & friendly staff. In a good area close to public transport & city but nice quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and service. Comfortable and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

S. Deniz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personel çok yardımcı oldu. Havaalanı öncesinde valizimi de emanet olarak bırakmama izin verdiler. Temizlik çok iyi, sessiz, çok güzel bir mini kampüs içinde. Merkeze ve ulaşım güzergahına yakın. Özellikle tercih edecekler için yakında Türk market ve restoranları da var.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025