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Hotel Alexander

3.0 star property
Hotel in Basel with a restaurant and a bar

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Family Suite with balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Hotel Alexander sits in central Basel, where guests can relax in its charming garden or enjoy the sunny terrace after exploring the city. The hotel provides WiFi in every room, while its bar and restaurant serve up local Swiss flavors for visitors to experience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Family Suite with balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Family Suite with balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Modern Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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Modern Single Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Modern Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Queen Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Classic Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite with balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite with balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Modern Comfort Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Modern Comfort Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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83 Riehenring, Basel, Basel, 4058

What's nearby

  • Congress Center Basel - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Marktplatz - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Basel Art Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Basler Muenster - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Basel Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Basel Bad Station - 12 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heritage Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪M Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Auld Dubliner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boo - Messeplatz - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Che Vuoi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alexander

Hotel located in Basel City Centre
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Hotel Alexander. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 19.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 8 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 19.5 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 25 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Alexander Basel
Alexander Basel
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Basel Hotel Alexander Hotel
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Hotel Alexander Basel
Hotel Alexander Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Alexander pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Alexander?

Self parking is available for CHF 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hotel Alexander?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Alexander?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Alexander located?

Located in Basel City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Congress Center Basel and Rosentalanlage. Musical Theater Basel and St. Matthew Parish are also within 10 minutes. Marktplatz Tram Stop is 14 minutes by foot and University Tram Stop is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Alexander Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 225 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul.

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with great staff and dining. City trams stop right in front of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very well located for public transport and dining options/ supermarket - the staff were friendly - there was a useful fridge in the room. Although there was no air con, fans were provided which worked well in the heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the bus stop and cruise port.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great receptionists

The receptionists were really friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the stay but I really have to praise the receptionists in particular.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Staff & service
Felt the Check in Staff could have been more helpful, Didn't really explain things properly even with directions we were lost
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is in a great area near a tram stop. The restaurant has interesting Ukrainian cuisine, for dining indoors or out. There are several other restaurants very close. The staff was professional, if not especially friendly. There is no front desk staff available overnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small and friendly hotel approximately 20mins walk from the charming old city centre. Also on tram route. Clean and functional room with safe and coffee maker. Buffet breakfast had plenty of choice. As a base for a 3 day stay it was ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

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

Nice clean hotel at good price

Great two night stay,room only. Good value for money considering Basel prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELENITA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value hotel for the money I paid. Two minutes from waitrose, 3 to the tube. Room was basic but quite big for a UK room. Bathroom was a little small however. Overall, would happily stay again. I hope they sort the gym out however!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very close to Messeplatz
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple but cozy accommodation close to the centre
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florecita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location :and accesibility
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELENITA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front dest young lady checking us in very exceptionally manner
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgean

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

Basel gem

Great location for us, recently remodeled rooms, including the bathroom. Everything was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald John

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

Friendly Staff in pleasant location

Clean comfortable rooms, friendly staff, tram stop out the front of Hotel Alexander. We would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very basic. Bed and bathroom. Bed was comfortable. There was a coffee maker which we couldn't figure out how to use. No instructions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The desk staff were friendly and helpful the room was clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, rooms small. Free public transport a great perk!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were only there one night and it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff came quickly and was friendly and helpful. Tight car parking, but very close. Nice restaurant attached with live music and chef who showed us proper way to eat some Ukranian dishes. Greet street car access to various sites. Our std double room had a small, but very workable bathroom. Our window opened into a building filled court yard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

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

Great hotel with questionable breakfast

Brilliant room, great staff, breakfast was nasty. Stone cold scrambled eggs, very odd tasting sausages and nothing else hot.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Room comfort

Decent family room.

Good hotel particularly for a family group, room had 2 separate adjoining bedrooms. It was a bit dated but fine for our stay. Lift is very small only room for 2 people with cases.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My review would have been much better had I not been charge way more than the price I booked it at through Expedia. The price when we booked was about $220 Canadian dollars. We chose to pay when we arrived. However when we got there we were charged over $600! I can understand that it was because EuroVision was taking place. Maybe it’s Expedia’s fault and I shouldnt be making this the hotels fault. In any event. The room was clean. It’s in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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