Hotel Wettstein, Basel ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Grenzacherstrasse 8, Basel, Switzerland

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Double Room Street Side

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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Family Room

Max:

3 persons

26 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Economy Single Room

Max:

1 person

11 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Garden view

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Basel600 m

Airports

Kloten (ZRH) 88.0 km

Belp (BRN) 108.7 km

Train

Badischer Bahnhof 1.2 km

Basel SBB 1.5 km

Bus

Bus stop600 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

CHF 25 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Cycling

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's play area
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Grenzacherstrasse 8, Basel, Switzerland

Map view

street view

Grenzacherstrasse 8, Basel, Switzerland

City landmarks

Zoo

Zoo Basel

2.0 km

Museum

Basel Historical Museum

1.1 km

Museum

Fine Arts Museum Basel

720 m

Church

Basler Munster

870 m

Museum

Jean Tinguely Museum

920 m

Bus Station

Gate of Spalen

1.7 km

Stadium

Stadion St Jakobpark

2.5 km

Museum

Basel Paper Mill Museum

700 m

Square

Muensterplatz

880 m

Museum

Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel

920 m

Museum

Swiss Architecture Museum

950 m

Museum

Museum Klingental

1.0 km

Event hall

Messe Basel

760 m

St. Alban-Graben 5

Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection

1.3 km

Museum

Natural History Museum of Basel

1.0 km

Public Building

Rathaus

1.2 km

Museum

Toy Worlds Museum Basel

1.2 km

Bridge

Middle Bridge

1.9 km

Park

Tierpark Lange Erlen

2.7 km

Unterer Rheinweg 10

Helvetia on a journey

720 m

Botanical Garden

University of Basel Botanical Garden

1.8 km

Fountain

Tinguely Brunnen

1.0 km

St. Alban-Vorstadt 101

Gate of Saint Alban

860 m

Pfalz

860 m

Museum

Museum of Cultures

950 m

Steinenberg 7

Kunsthalle Basel

860 m

Old Town stroll

1.2 km

Nearby

Event hall

Congress Center Basel

560 m

Museum

Caricature & Cartoon Museum Basel

550 m

Clarapl. 6

Clarakirche Basel

500 m

Restaurants

Ubeck

150 m

Wettsteinplatz 4

Kusne Imbiss

560 m

Claragraben 76

Manora

710 m

Greifengasse 22

Dunkin' Donuts

720 m

Greifengasse 17

Damas

740 m

Untere Rebgasse 16

Literaturhaus Cafe Kafka am Strand

980 m

Barfuessergasse 3

Nourish Bistro

940 m

Brunngasslein,6

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

great location

limited dining options

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.5

Location

9.0

Service

8.7

Dining

7.2

4/5 based on 292 reviews

#20 of 59 hotels in Basel based on Tripadvisor

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.6/10

The hotel is a charming find with clean and comfortable rooms. The staff is exceptionally welcoming and attentive, but the dining experience lacked variety. The location offers a peaceful stay away from the train station, making it a relaxing retreat. Overall, a good value for money choice.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are well-kept and cozy, providing ample space to move around.

Service

7.0

The late-shift staff at the reception desk were accommodating and helpful.

Location

9.0

Nestled over the water away from the train station, the hotel offers a tranquil setting for a serene stay.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience included high-quality local products, but the variety was limited.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are well-maintained and cater to basic needs.

John

United States, April 2024

9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious, the service was excellent, and the location was perfect. However, the dining options were a bit limited. The facilities were top-notch, making it a great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious with a terrace, allowing me to enjoy some cool air. The big bed was super comfortable.

Service

9.0

The late-shift service at the reception desk was outstanding. Room service and housekeeping were very attentive.

Location

10.0

The hotel is located in the Old City, over the water away from the train station, with easy access to major attractions within walking distance. The beautiful garden area added an extra charm to the location.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, offering excellent coffee and gourmet pizzas made with high-quality local products. As a vegetarian, I appreciated the variety of options.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were modern, and the beautiful garden area added to the overall ambiance. The pet amenities and tours/ticket assistance were convenient.

friendly staff

limited dining options

Charles

United States, October 2023

9.0/10

My stay at the hotel was absolutely delightful. The location was perfect, right over the bridge in the Old City, within walking distance of major attractions. The rooms were cozy and clean, although the dining options were limited. The service was exceptional, especially at the reception desk during the late shift. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

I loved my room on the top floor with a king-size bed. The quality of the linen and the large TV added a nice touch to my stay.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, especially at the reception desk during the late shift. They were very accommodating to all my needs.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location in the Old City was fantastic, just a stone's throw away from the 1000-year-old Basel cathedral. A truly enchanting setting.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offered many healthy options, perfect for vegetarians like me. The excellent coffee was a great start to my day.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were modern and well-maintained, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

friendly staff

limited dining options

Laura

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.0/10

The hotel provided a relaxing stay with spacious rooms featuring pine-scented green products and a cozy bathtub, although a fan would have been a nice addition. The service was attentive, especially at the reception desk, and the staff were accommodating. The location, close to major attractions in the Old City, was perfect for exploring, yet a bit distant from the train station. Dining options were healthy and varied, catering well to vegetarians. The facilities were modern, offering a pleasant overall experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable with lovely pine-scented green products and a relaxing bathtub.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, especially at the reception desk with attentive staff members.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location in the Old City was ideal for exploring major attractions on foot, but slightly far from the train station.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered healthy options and catered well to vegetarians.

Facilities

8.0

The modern facilities enhanced the overall comfort and convenience of the stay.

David

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.6/10

The hotel was located over the bridge, providing a unique and peaceful setting. The rooms were spacious and had a bathtub, offering a comfortable stay. However, the dining options were limited, and the price was on the higher side.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, with a bathtub and comfortable bed.

Service

9.0

The service at the reception desk was excellent, making me feel welcomed upon arrival.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location over the bridge offered a tranquil atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited, which was a downside for me.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Nelson

United States, May 2023

8.4/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel. The location was superb, right over the water with a stunning garden view. The room was spacious and had a large, comfortable bed. The service on the late shift was exceptional, and the hotel offered a wide range of amenities. However, the dining experience was a bit underwhelming as the options were limited. Overall, a great value for money with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms

9.0

The room with its large comfortable bed and garden view was simply delightful. It even came with toiletries in the bathroom.

Service

9.0

The staff on the late shift at the reception desk were incredibly helpful and accommodating. They ensured my stay was comfortable and convenient.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in the Old City, within walking distance of major attractions. The lovely garden on a sunny day was a real treat.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience, although satisfactory, could have had more variety in the menu. The home-made juice was a nice touch, though.