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Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Reception
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr

Explore the area

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Steinengraben 69, Basel, BS, 4051
  • Place, Basel Zoo
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Basel University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Marktplatz
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Small Charming Room (140 cm bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Charming Room (160 cm bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Large Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Charming Mini Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room - Budget Charming Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Roof Top Single Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

Basel

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel places you in the centre of Basel, within a short 5-minute stroll of Puppenhausmuseum and Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Basel City Centre hotel include Theater Basel and Basel Historical Museum.

What's nearby

  • Basel Zoo - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basler Muenster - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basel University - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marktplatz - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Basel hotel is smoke free.

  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel offers 53 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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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 transport

  • 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

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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: CHF 20 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel on 19 Apr 2026 start from NZ$257, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

The closest beach to Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel is Plage de Huningue (4.2 km).

What makes Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel.

Does Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, our travelers love the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

No, Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 659 out of 924 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 924 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 924 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 924 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 924 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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

8/10 Good

Katherine, Honolulu

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

William, Swedesboro

Travelled with family
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

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Great staff. Spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBBI

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with group
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

Matthew

Business traveller, Travelled with group
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

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

Leigh

Travelled with partner
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

Carianne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, staffs are very helpful and place is very central
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is 5 stars! Loved it. It is super clean, the rooms are quiet and cozy. The bathroom is spacious and meticulously cleaned (something that I personally appreciate). The check in was easy and automated through the official website and when I arrived the staff provided me with keys, charged the city taxes and showed me the iconic places in a brochure. The breakfast is amazing, fresh and high quality food and fruit. The sourdough bread was amazing! The decoration and the buffet area is well curated to take breakfast or even get relaxed by the afternoon. Thanks a lot! I definitely will stay in again.
Dining room
Breakfast
A cute and candid note for us from the personal
Room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rennie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was super clean, staff very friendly, lots of shopping and dining a short walk.
Record player in room!
Complimentary drink upon check-in!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NIce hotel in a great location. The room was comfortable and very clean. The staff was very helpful with questions.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

10/10 Excellent

sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly and welcoming hosts, clean property that is conveniently located to Old Town
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
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

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly and helpful staff, comfortable room, and terrific location walkable to the city center.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you like hot water and full pressure, the shower is great! My room was small, but I was traveling solo so there was plenty of space. Space. They brought a fan up for me because as an American we need moving air in a room! Windows open nicely as well. They could use a few more pillows on the bed. The hotel is very convenient to the heart of Basel. If you're coming in from the train, jump on the 30 bus and get off at the very first stop. The hotel is directly across the street. You'll also receive a travel pass for public transportation through your booking.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a pleasant stay. The front desk staff were super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

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

Nice overnight stay

Nice hotel. Bus 30 from train station.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sungho

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Travelled with partner
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