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About the Hotel

Steinengraben 69, Basel, Switzerland, 4051
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Rooms & Amenities

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel offers rooms with Boxspring beds, Hansgrohe Raindance showers, and Nespresso machines. Select rooms feature Tivoli radios, record players, and welcome aperitifs. Free WiFi and safes are standard. Some rooms overlook the historic Viadukt or the hotel's garden.

Dining & Breakfast

The hotel serves a breakfast buffet with regional and seasonal products, including freshly prepared egg dishes and Swiss Bircher muesli. Early risers can request coffee and croissants from 4:00 AM. Meals can be enjoyed in the garden during warmer months.

Location & Transport

The hotel is in Basel's Vorstädte district, a 5-minute walk from the Old Town and Basel University. Nearby attractions include the Kunstmuseum Basel and the Spielzeugmuseum. Bus 50 connects the airport to the main train station, and Bus 30 runs from the train station to the hotel. Guests receive a BaselCard for free public transport.

Services & Features

Concierge service assists with local recommendations. The hotel provides Grander water throughout, babysitting services, and discounted access to a nearby gym. High-speed WiFi is available in all areas. The garden offers a quiet retreat with lavender and native shrubs.

Sustainability & History

Originally a girls' pension in the 19th century, the hotel now supports social projects in Basel. Regional suppliers provide linens and food to minimize transport. The property partners with local artisans and uses Swiss-made products where possible.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Large Double Room
2 persons
25 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Charming Mini Suite
2 persons
30 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Small Charming Room
2 persons
15 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Charming Room
2 persons
19 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
Basel700 m
Airports
Kloten (ZRH) 89.8 km
Belp (BRN) 109.6 km
Train
Basel SBB700 m
Badischer Bahnhof 2.3 km
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking

Services

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

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

Steinengraben 69, Basel, Switzerland, 4051
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Steinengraben 69, Basel, Switzerland, 4051
Nearby
Museum
Basel Historical Museum
550 m
Museum
Fine Arts Museum Basel
550 m
St. Alban-Graben 5
Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection
550 m
Museum
Swiss Architecture Museum
550 m
Museum
Toy Worlds Museum Basel
550 m
Centralbahnplatz
Strassburger Monument
530 m
Fountain
Tinguely Brunnen
550 m
Steinenberg 7
Kunsthalle Basel
340 m
Museum
Museum of Cultures
550 m
Church
Offene Kirche Elisabethen
320 m
Steinentorweg 20
Markthalle
320 m
Museum
Schweizerisches Feuerwehrmuseum Basel-Stadt
540 m
Restaurants
Union Diner
310 m
Meret Oppenheim-Platz 1
Amorino Basel
280 m
Steinenvorstadt 53
Mister Wong Steinen
380 m
Steinenvorstadt 23
Mister Wong Gerbergasse
420 m
Gerbergasse 74
Ristorante Borromeo
410 m
Byfangweg 6 4051 Basel
La Sofra Fine Food Gbh
460 m
Gerbergasse 60
Le Monot Gourmet
280 m
Steinentorberg 20
Literaturhaus Cafe Kafka am Strand
530 m
Barfuessergasse 3
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:00
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at CHF 25 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of CHF 29 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Hungarian, Bosnian
Year renovated:
2008
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
46
Former name
Minotel Steinenschanze

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