What's it like in Old Town?

Old Town is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its interesting historical sites. Are you looking for Old Town travel tips? Be sure to check out Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Old Town?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Märthof Basel is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Town. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Central City Hotel Rochat and Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Old Town?

Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodations in Old Town to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Basel area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Old Town.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Old Town?

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What is there to do in this Basel neighborhood?

Naturhistorisches Museum, Basel Natural History Museum, and Basel Historical Museum of Music are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Old Town. Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Town include White and Blue House, Martinskirche, and Munsterplatz. While you're out sightseeing in Basel, be sure to visit other sights like The Palantine or Pfalz Basel.

How can I get around Old Town and the greater Basel area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Marktplatz Tram Stop is the closest metro station.

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1. Central City Hotel Rochat

Old Town

Susanne

₩190,779 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

2. Hotel Märthof Basel

Old Town

Kevin

₩409,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

3. Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

Old Town

Charles

₩284,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

4. Krafft Basel

Old Town

Cathy

₩307,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

5. Motel One Basel

Old Town

Miguel

₩206,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

6. Limehome Basel Town Hall

Old Town

Christian

₩170,680 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

7. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

Old Town

Franz

₩312,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

8. East-West Riverside Hotel

Old Town

Jonelle

₩268,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

9. BS Hodler I - Marktplatz Hitrental Apartment

Old Town

Samuel

₩242,824 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

10. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

Old Town

Adam

₩1,060,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

11. Consum Boutique Hotel

Old Town

Mitch

₩263,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

River Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe

12. Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Old Town

Samantha Jane

₩211,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

13. Hitrental Marktplatz Studios

Old Town

James

₩251,634 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

14. Hotel Spalentor

0.8 km from Old Town

Debra

₩303,572 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

15. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Vorstädte, 0.7 km from Old Town

Mia

₩206,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Design Studio, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

16. SET Hotel.Residence by Teufelhof Basel

Vorstädte, 0.5 km from Old Town

Richard

₩643,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

17. The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

Vorstädte, 0.7 km from Old Town

Petya

₩313,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

18. Hotel Wettstein

Basel City Centre, 0.7 km from Old Town

Fiona

₩236,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

19. Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel - Member of Design Hotels

Vorstädte, 0.7 km from Old Town

Geetha Lakshmi

₩331,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

20. Pullman Basel Europe

Clara, 0.7 km from Old Town

Jeff

₩294,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Märthof Basel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 847 reviews	View
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
Motel One Basel	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 795 reviews	View
Central City Hotel Rochat	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 755 reviews	View
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 195 reviews	View

Where to stay in Old Town

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

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Basel City Centre

Museums, art galleries, and historic 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.

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Altstadt Grossbasel

Take time in Altstadt Grossbasel to visit attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Vorstädte

Take time in Vorstädte to visit attractions like Basel Art Museum and Spalentor. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Sankt Alban

If you're spending some time in Sankt Alban, St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Kleinbasel

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

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Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

8/10 Good

"Great staff, good location and very nice stay in Basel!"

Motel One Basel

8/10 Good

"The hotel was very conveniently located on the square in the middle of the old part of town. We were on the 4th floor and had our own deck, which was really nice at night. The staff were very helpful and nice! While we were there, Europe was having a heat wave, and the AC never got the room very cool. The bed was clean and nice, but the mattress was very hard, as were the pillows. So while it was clean, in a great location, and with friendly staff, we did not get much sleep while there! The breakfast was expensive, especially if you only wanted a croissant and coffee. It was an all you can eat buffet with cheese, meat, yogurt, etc, so only worth it if you eat a lot at breakfast. If you like firm mattresses and pillows, it would be 5 stars!"

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

1. Central City Hotel Rochat

2. Hotel Märthof Basel

3. Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

4. Krafft Basel

5. Motel One Basel

6. Limehome Basel Town Hall

7. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

8. East-West Riverside Hotel

9. BS Hodler I - Marktplatz Hitrental Apartment

10. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

11. Consum Boutique Hotel

12. Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

13. Hitrental Marktplatz Studios

14. Hotel Spalentor

15. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

16. SET Hotel.Residence by Teufelhof Basel

17. The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

18. Hotel Wettstein

19. Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel - Member of Design Hotels

20. Pullman Basel Europe

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Where to stay in Old Town

Basel City Centre

Altstadt Grossbasel

Vorstädte

Sankt Alban

Kleinbasel

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

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