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Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Travelers discover a peaceful garden sanctuary in the middle of Basel, providing a quiet base for exploring the city's attractions including the popular zoo

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Steinenschanze Stadthotel creates a calm retreat in Basel City Centre. Guests enjoy the tranquil garden or venture to nearby Basel Zoo. The property features a coffee shop and library, while staff help arrange tour tickets or babysitting services for families exploring the city.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Small Charming Room (140 cm bed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Small Charming Room (140 cm bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Charming Room (160 cm bed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Charming Room (160 cm bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Large Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Large Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Charming Mini Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Charming Mini Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room - Budget Charming Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room - Budget Charming Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Basel City Centre, a neighborhood in Basel, Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel is near a metro station and near theme parks. Petite Camargue Alsacienne Nature Reserve and Rheinfelden Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Southern Black Forest Nature Park and Zoological Garden. Basel Historical Museum of Music and Botanischer Garten der Universitat are also worth visiting. Visit our Basel travel guide
Map
Steinengraben 69, Basel, BS, 4051

What's nearby

  • Basel Zoo which includes marine life, zoo animals and snow
    Basel Zoo
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Basel featuring a river or creek and a city
    Basler Muenster
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rathaus, Basel Town Hall - Switzerland
    Marktplatz
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Basel Art Museum featuring street scenes
    Basel Art Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Basel University
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station)
    8 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop
    11 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Club 59
    4 min walk
  • Margherita
    3 min walk
  • Mr. Pickwick Pub Basel
    5 min walk
  • Hans im Glück
    6 min walk

About this property

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Hotel located in Basel City Centre
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A vending machine, laundry services, and free newspapers
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 53 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Cable channels, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (CHF 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 12 to 29 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20 per pet, per day
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CHF 12 to 29 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 25 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per day

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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

Property is also known as

Steinenschanze
Steinenschanze Stadthotel
Steinenschanze Stadthotel Basel
Steinenschanze Stadthotel Hotel
Steinenschanze Stadthotel Hotel Basel
Minotel Basel
Minotel Hotel Basel
Basel Minotel
Steinenschanze Stadthotel
Steinenschanze Charming City &
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel Hotel
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel Basel
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Is Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 20 per pet, per day.

What time is check-in at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel located?

Located in Basel City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Puppenhausmuseum and Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel. Theater Basel and Basel Historical Museum are also within 10 minutes. Marktplatz Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 646 out of 911 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 911 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 911 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 911 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 911 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was located in a safe area and walkable distance to the old town area. We enjoyed sharing a welcome drink with the personable receptionist.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby and Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Room very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and good amenities. Reception staff were exceptional, particularly Alex.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience in all aspects. 3-4 min walk to a number of good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Great location; beautiful garden; wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent check in, quick stroll to city center and Christmas markets. City is hilly so there are stairs! Hotel has charming gnome garden, and places to sit, with blankets if it’s chilly. Nice breakfast buffet. Staff was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and convenient location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naphthali

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good. The staff were all very nice and friendly. They all were so pleasant and accommodating. The best staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, easy walking to Old Town shopping and restaurants. We arrived 2 hours early and they let us check in with no problem.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We felt the property was conveniently located, and all staff we encountered were helpful and pleasant. We walked miles every day during our 2 day stay, and it was great to return to our quiet, clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk staff, loved the welcome drink, candy and cookies in the lobby, one tram stop from train station, walkable to many areas of interest, water tap on each floor. Con was not enough outlets and bad lighting in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very clean and close to everything and the staff service was fantastic. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful, professional and competent staff. Nice comfortable, clean room. Complimentary drink a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ

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

Great Stay

The people were great. The room was comfortable and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent attention. Location is superb.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super lovely and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. Clean, close to amenities. Spent 1 night, enjoyed the welcome drink and the patio garden was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

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

Great place to stay!

Great location and nicely managed hotel with an awesome breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Such a lovely place.

Great location. Close to both the station and the old town. Hotel issued the Basel Card which was great for getting around on public transport. Super friendly staff and a lovely garden to enjoy breakfast in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed only one night--six people in three rooms. We did not get the renovated rooms. The bathroom was extremely small but fine. We did not get the breakfast. The location of this hotel was perfect for exploring the Christmas markets. One negative was that the recommended parking garage was full, so we had to park our rental car at the main train station, which was a bit of a distance away and more expensive than anticipated. One note about cleanliness: I happened to spot a an old room key or something under the luggage stand/box mounted on the wall. Who knows how long it had been there, but it just made me feel like the room was not thoroughly cleaned. Otherwise, every staff member we dealt with was really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lady

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Brilliant breakfast, beautifully served. Cannot fault it - plus, only 10 minutes from city centre.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small hotel, very clean. Short walk to old town. Free drink on arrival. Staff very nice. Lovely garden. Room was warm and I could not get the AC to work. Otherwise our stay was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel Was nice staff was friendly. Our bathroom smelt like urine. It permeniated the room. The bathroom light was out of service. I did ask the front desk for some spray to clean. Not sure they understood what I was asking. It was kinda gross.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Just

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good Location and breakfast. However dint like the room. Actual one dint have AC so they gave other room which was smaller with really small washroom. For this cost, it was not an option I will select again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025