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Essential by Dorint Basel City

4.0 star property
Basel hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Property amenity
In the heart of Basel City Centre, Essential by Dorint Basel City offers a warm retreat. Unwind in the garden or explore international cuisine at Cote Jardin with stunning views. With an arcade, library, and helpful multilingual staff to assist you during your stay.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$181 nightly
The total price is $198
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Culinary world tour
International cuisine and garden views await at the restaurant. Savor buffet breakfast, sip drinks at the bar, or unwind at the cafe. Winery tours nearby.
Sleep in luxury
Cozy slumbers await in rooms outfitted with hypo-allergenic bedding, premium linens, and pillowtop mattresses. Blackout drapes ensure total darkness.

Room options

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Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Essential Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
Separate bedroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Essential Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Essential Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Schoenaustrasse 10, Basel, BS, 4058

What's nearby

  • Congress Center Basel - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marktplatz - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Basel Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Basler Muenster - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport) - 8 min drive
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 14 min drive
  • Basel Bad Station - 10 min walk
  • Basel (ZBA-Basel Bad Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Basel St. Johann Station - 28 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 19 min walk
  • University Tram Stop - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bambus nest - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪K.MU:N Thai Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Avant-Gouz - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant by Hiltl - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Essential by Dorint Basel City

Located near a train station, Essential by Dorint Basel City is a great choice for a stay in Basel. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Cote Jardin, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 171 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 132 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (CHF 25 per day)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1970 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Cote Jardin - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 26 to 26 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CHF 40.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs CHF 25 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Also known as

Dorint der Messe Basel
Dorint der Messe Hotel Basel
Dorint der Messe Basel Hotel
Dorint An der Messe Basel
Essential By Dorint Basel City
Essential by Dorint Basel City Hotel
Essential by Dorint Basel City Basel
Essential by Dorint Basel City Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Does Essential by Dorint Basel City offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Essential by Dorint Basel City does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 132 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CHF 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Yes. Self parking costs CHF 25 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Basel (4-min drive) and Casino Barriere De Blotzheim (9-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Essential by Dorint Basel City and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Yes, Cote Jardin offers international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Essential by Dorint Basel City like?

Essential by Dorint Basel City is in Basel City Centre, a short 8-minute drive from Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport) and 8 minutes' walk from Congress Center Basel.

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Reviews

Essential by Dorint Basel City Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with a wide variety of options and warm food available. (13 reviews)
  • The parking area was large and safe, with electric charging points available at reasonable prices. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location Friendly helpful staff
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Janette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, clean, and easy to find and park. Great to have a transport card, an easy tram into city centre. Would recommend this hotel.
Annabel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff. Clean hotel.
Lynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good stay in Basel

Good hotel, had a pleasant stay. Very good service with the EV-charger!
Peter, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed staying here. Staff was nice and parking area was large too. Would definitely stY again.
MINKYUNG, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast and exceptional receptionist

Angela on reception was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Great breakfast choice.
Damien, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room, and a fabulous buffet breakfast, well worth paying for. Hotel is a leisurely half hour walk to the river and old town, but the are is safe to walk even after dark.
Nigel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful clean property with access to transportation
Madhavi, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Friendly staff, good breakfast selection and comfortable room. However it can be very noisy if you don’t close the window.
IH, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service by staff particularly by Ali at front desk
SALMAN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We'll be back!

Absolutely fantastic hotel. Staff were wonderful. Spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated. Excellent breakfast choice. Brilliant location. Rituals toiletries.
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was excellent. It is in a convenient location where you can take public transportation. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Our room was great, clean and it exceeded our expectations. Would highly recommend a stay here. We will definitely come back and stay at this hotel whenever we are in Basel.
Reginald, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay!!!

Very nice stay! As a Hotels.com Gold member we got an upgrade, free mini bar and late check out. We also got the city card for free public transportation and 50% off for museums. The staffs were very nice specially the reception lady.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, inexpensive and great breakfast and restaurant
Matt, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very nice. The breakfast was very good with all kinds of options. The room was clean and well taken care of. It is a business hotel very close to the convention center, so it’s not the most luxurious. It worked out great for our needs.
Linda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr angenehmes Stadthotel

Sehr angenehmes Stadthotel mit freundlichem Personal und eigenem Parkhaus.
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sauber und ruhig
Gudmundur, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotellet ligger litt langt fra sentrum, gamlebyen. Men, det går en buss rett ved til togstasjonen. Hyggelig personale og bra rom. Stille, hvis en får rom ut mot hage/bakgård. God, men litt kort seng. I henhold til inventarlisten manglet det en del utstyr på kjøkkenet.
Elisabeth, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Someone is very nice and the staff are very friendly, the rooms are very hot and facilities for ironing are very poor. The irons were old and not clean.
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gerne wieder

Ein gutes Hotel in Zentraler Lage. Gute Anbindung zu den ÖPV. Ich ausserhalb einer Messezeit. Alles sehr entspannt. Personal war stets zuvorkommend. Gerne wieder
Ludger, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Très bon hôtel.

Très bon hôtel. Personnel serviable et agréable.
Walid, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Buen acceso al transporte, pero muy ruidoso

El hotel está bien en general, bien ubicado con acceso a transporte, pero está en un lugar muy ruidoso. La limpieza mala, se rompió un vaso de vidrio y los 4 dias estuvimos cuidándonos de los fragmentos que no barrieron, tampoco surtieron el shampoo de la regadera
Silvia, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Regresaría.

Centrico, el personal muy atento y servicial, fácil para movilizarse. Excelente desayuno
Diana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Prima overnachting in Basel!

Wij waren op doorreis. Het hotel ligt centraal, zowel richting de snelweg en het centrum (als je het centrum te ver vind bieden zij gratis een OV pas aan voor tijdens je verblijf). Het ontbijt was top en vriendelijk personeel. Parkeren is handig onder het hotel, fijne en ruime garage (gratis voor hotelgasten). Alleen de airco’s in de kamers werken niet super, waardoor het ‘s nachts warm is in de kamer. Al met al een fijn hotel om te overnachten in Basel voor een schappelijke prijs!
Lotte, 1-night trip