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Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Property class: 4
4-star hotel in Basel City Centre, connected to a rail/subway station

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River Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe
River Double Room | View from room
Lobby lounge
Staircase
River Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2 Rheingasse, Basel, BS, 4058
  • Place, Basel University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Basel Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Marktplatz
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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

Small Single Room

  • City view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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

Small Queen Room

  • City view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 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

City Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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

River Double Room with Balcony

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • River view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 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

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

Family Two Bedroom

  • City view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 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

River Junior Suite

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

About the neighborhood

Basel

City center stay.At this Basel City Centre hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Martinskirche and Basel University. Rhine and White and Blue House are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Basel University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Basel Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Marktplatz - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Basler Muenster - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Congress Center Basel - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Basel Bad Station - 19 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alchemist - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zum alte Schluuch - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zum Schmale Wurf - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Manora Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

4-star hotel in Basel City Centre, connected to a rail/subway station
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 323 square feet (30 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Basel hotel is smoke free.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 323 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 offers 64 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. This Basel hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (CHF 30 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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 25 per person
  • Self parking fee: CHF 30 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per night
  • 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 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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 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 must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property class

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

Property is 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

How close is Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 to the airport?

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 is 6.3 mi (25-min drive) away from the EuroAirport Airport (BSL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 on Sep 4, 2026 start from $157, including 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 Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026.

How close is Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 to the beach?

This hotel is 5.2 mi (25-min drive) from Plage de Huningue and 13.4 mi (27-min drive) from Isteiner Schwellen. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of CHF 25 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

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 Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CHF 30 per night.

Does Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 have a pool?

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 does not have a pool.

Does Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 to downtown Basel?

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 is 0.2 mi away from Basel.

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 14 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

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