Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A stone bridge over a river with historic buildings and a flag on a pole.
A red building with intricate designs and a tall tower.
A historic building with ornate facades, large windows, and a clock tower.
A river with boats, a bridge, and buildings along the riverbank.
A large, ornate church with twin towers and intricate stone carvings.

Stay near popular Old Town attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Old Town Hotel Deals

Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel

4.5 out of 5
Marktgasse 19 Basel BS
The price is NZ$558 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$558
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hotel Märthof Basel
Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat

3 out of 5
Petersgraben 23 Basel
The price is NZ$242 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$242
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (783 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and helpful with suggestions and directions. The room was clean and staff very friendly. The breakfast was very good and convenient. The location was great for being able to walk to most attractions. The overall experience was excellent and I would stay there again in a ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Central City Hotel Rochat
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Blumenrain 19 Basel BS
The price is NZ$312 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$312
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (863 reviews)
"The front desk were very helpful"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
Motel One Basel

Motel One Basel

3 out of 5
Barfüssergasse 16 Basel
The price is NZ$290 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$290
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Motel One Basel
Limehome Basel Town Hall

Limehome Basel Town Hall

2 out of 5
12 Münzgasse Basel BS
The price is NZ$234 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$234
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Pharmacy Museum Basel and Marktplatz are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (123 reviews)
"The check in can be difficult as there is no front desk. Also the WhatsApp often replies late. But not a bad option for a simple stay."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Limehome Basel Town Hall
Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

4 out of 5
2 Rheingasse Basel BS
The price is NZ$267 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$267
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Martinskirche and White and ...
Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Basel City Centre

Museums, art galleries and historical sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basler Muenster or Munsterplatz while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.

Altstadt Grossbasel

If you're spending time in Altstadt Grossbasel, you might enjoy attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Vorstädte

If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Sankt Alban

While visiting Sankt Alban, you might make a stop by sights like St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park.

Kleinbasel

Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.



Old Town Travel Guide

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