Essential by Dorint Basel City
Schönaustraße 10, 4058 Basel, Switzerland – Great location - show map – Railway access
Essential by Dorint Basel City
- City view
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
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The Essential by Dorint Basel City enjoys a quiet location next to the Messe Basel fairgrounds, close to the airport, and within easy reach of the centre. Guests enjoy free WiFi in all areas as well as a free pass for public transport. Modern rooms and apartments with a kitchenette and sofa bed ensure a relaxing stay. Delicious Swiss and international cuisine is served in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant, Côté Jardin. Bus no. 30 stops right across the street from Essential by Dorint Basel City (Riehenring stop) and the tram stop of line 14 is just 2 minutes' walk away. You can park your car in the underground garage.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
Renil
Ireland“Easy check-in, nice location, brilliant breakfast. Proximity to various places and good restaurants around. The Basel card was ready on arrival and the staff were courteous.”
Miruna
Romania“Our stay has been excellent mostly thanks to the staff at the hotel. They have been very professional and kind. The hotel is in-line with the online description, providing key facilities and it is easy accesibile to key landmarks in Basel. It is...”
Ekaterina Ireland“Good breakfast and it was really great that we got travel pass on local transport for the days we were staying. It did make a difference by taking bus to hotel from main centre. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Got bottled water but only on...”
Sarah
United Kingdom“Staff: Reception staff were so welcoming and helpful. Restaurant staff could not have worked harder. Great customer service makes a good stay a great stay- many more expensive hotels could learn from the Dorint Basel City. Room: Well equipped...”
Eleni
Greece“The room has all the comforts (air condition, fridge, coffee machine). It was really comfy and very clean. The accommodation was excellent, the breakfast had quality and variety and the personnel was kind and really helpful especially the man who...”
Sunnam
Germany“Everything is clean. No charge for all drinks in the room is so good welcome-gesture. Good location with Parking place in unterground”- Alan United Kingdom“Friendly staff, comfortable bed and good facilities”
- Moira
Malta“Beautiful , clean hotel . Good food and nice staff” - Mark United Kingdom“Excellent from the moment we walked into reception to the time we left”
- Simona Romania“The facilities, the size of the room, the location.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Hello, what are the charges of parking? We plan to be there from around 2pm until next day 2-3pm.
Dear Guest, we charge 25 CHF for the parking. It does not matter at which time you take the car from the garage. The ticket for CHF 25.00 will be vali..Answered on 30 December 2020is there a charge for a dog? and is there a charge for parking?
Dear guest Thank you for your message. The Dogs are welcomed in our Hotel. The Hotel has its own underground Parking. The cost for those Services is C..Answered on 8 November 2020Do you have air conditioning?
Dear guest Thank you for your message. We have in all comfort rooms air conditioning I wish you a nice day. Kind regards, Team ReceptionAnswered on 24 January 2020Hi we have a 6 yo child. What is the appropriate room ( wild be a bit tight to sleep three in the same bed) many thanks
Dear Guest, the best choice is either a standard double room with an extra bed (free of charge) or if you want to have more space a family apartment. ..Answered on 29 March 2021Hi there Can you please advise distance from the train station as we are coming in by rail can we get public transport from station to hotel? Cheers
Basel has two railstations. The station Basel Bad Bf is about 5 minutes by bus from the hotel and the station Basel SBB about 13 minutes. You can use ..Answered on 1 August 2022Hi what is the easiest way to get to the hotel from the airport with young children please?
From the airport you can take either a taxi (appr. CHF 40.-) or you can take bus #50 (to the station) and from there bus #30 to the Hotel (get off at ..Answered on 12 December 2021- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Côté Jardin
- CuisineLocal • International
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
Facilities of Essential by Dorint Basel CityGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
- Cleaning products
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rental
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Games room
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Public transport tickets
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Minimarket on site
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Air conditioning
- Room service
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Fitness
- Fitness centre
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
House rulesEssential by Dorint Basel City takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests receive a BaselCard upon check in. This Guest Card includes complementary use of Public Transport within Basel City and surroundings (Zone 10, 11, 13, 14 & 15, including Euroairport), free WiFi, as well as discounts on admission to cultural and leisure activities. Please note that the public transfer (2nd class) from EuroAirport or Basel main train stations to the hotel on the day of your arrival is free of charge with your booking confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
A damage deposit of CHF 300 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about Essential by Dorint Basel City
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Guests staying at Essential by Dorint Basel City can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
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Essential by Dorint Basel City offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Fitness centre
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Games room
- Fitness
- Bicycle rental
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Yes, Essential by Dorint Basel City is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Essential by Dorint Basel City has 1 restaurant:
- Côté Jardin
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Essential by Dorint Basel City is 0.9 miles from the centre of Basel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Essential by Dorint Basel City include:
- Double
- Apartment
- Single
- Triple
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The prices at Essential by Dorint Basel City may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at Essential by Dorint Basel City is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
