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About this property

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.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Dorint Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the real heart of Basel, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.6

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Rooms with:

  • Garden view

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Essential Single Room
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 6 November 2025
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Breakfast US$32
  • 1 single bed
US$650 for 3 nights
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194 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Radio
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Laptop safe
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$217 per night
Price US$650
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast US$32
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 6 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$253 per night
Price US$758
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 6 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$235 per night
Price US$704
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 6 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
194 feet²
Garden view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$248 per night
Price US$743
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast US$32
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 6 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$284 per night
Price US$851
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 6 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$266 per night
Price US$797
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 6 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
  • 1 single bed
Garden view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$217 per night
Price US$650
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast US$32
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 6 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
  • We have 1 left
  • You won't be charged yet
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Guests who stayed here loved

Hugo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The staff was super helpful and tried to accommodate all our requests. The room was very clean, and although slightly small for a family of 3 with a baby, it was enough. The breakfast was lovelt and worth the money.
Tatjana
Latvia Latvia
Cozy and comfortable flat in centre of Grenoble. Parking is either at the street or 5-minute walk distance.
Bakhtila
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The breakfast was delicious and generous. The staff in the breakfast room were pleasant and very helpful, and the gentleman working in the kitchen and replenishing the food was polite and attentive. The reception team were friendly and helpful as...
Ciprian
Romania Romania
Such a nice place. Lovely people. Good clean confortable room
Summer
Australia Australia
The rooms were pretty much all we needed. The bathroom was clean. The staff were lovely.
Raluca
Romania Romania
Large room, clean, well soundproofed. Breakfast - diverse, tasty. Nice backyard, smoking area with couches Location - It is very close to the airport, city center. Free parking spots on the streets
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great hotel helpful staff secure parking, not to far to walk into the city although free public transport if required.
Sean
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We chose this hotel primarily for its proximity to the railway station we were using and were only staying overnight between train journeys. That said, we were very impressed with every aspect of our stay: cleanliness & decor, friendly & efficient...
Maura
Brazil Brazil
An excellent accommodation option in Basel. Great location, infrastructure and service.
Dane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely vibe, and somewhere to store our bikes Decor was beautiful inside. Had a kettle to make a drink which was great after cycling to have a relax in room with a brew.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Côté Jardin
  • Cuisine
    Local • International
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

Essential by Dorint Basel City takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CHF 300 is required on arrival. That's about US$371. 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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-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.