Should I stay in a hostel in Basel?

By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your trip funds for exploring during your trip. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums, and the river views create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget prices, a social setting, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

How many hostels are there in Basel?

If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Basel, one of Expedia's 5 hostels might be a great option.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Basel?

The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 38°F. The snowiest months in Basel are January, February, December, and March, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of snowfall.

What is there to see and do in Basel?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might enjoy some places near Basel. Get out into nature with places like Sankt Johanns-Park, Rosentalanlage, and Merian Park. Cultural attractions include Pharmacy Museum Basel, Basel Natural History Museum, and Swiss Architecture Museum. Visit landmarks like White and Blue House, Augusta Raurica, and Rötteln Castle.

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Youth Hostel Basel

St. Alban-Kirchrain 10, Basel

Located in Basel City Centre, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Caricature and Cartoon Museum and Congress Center Basel. Basel Zoo and St. Jakobshalle are ...

4.3/5Excellent! (67 reviews)

A nice stay

"A nice stay at a clean, quiet, affordable hostel in the city center. Close to the tourist attractions. A nice breakfast too."

Reviewed on Oct. 4, 2019

Hyve Hotel Basel

Gempenstrasse 62, Basel

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Situated in Basel, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Via Gottardo and Basel Zoo. Congress Center Basel and St. Jakobshalle are also within 2 mi (3 km). Basel ...

4.3/5Excellent! (134 reviews)

"Close to train station. Hot day and AC was not working!!"

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2019

Basel Backpack

192 Dornacherstrasse, Basel, BS

Situated in Basel, this hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of BIS Tower, Basel Zoo, and St. Jakobshalle. Congress Center Basel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away. Basel SBB Station ...

3.8/5Good! (39 reviews)

Prices do not match on hotels.com and hotel

"At check-in the cc for booking was not charged, so I had to pay a higher price than on the booking confirmation: CHF 33 instead of CHF 29. Should be some additional guest tax?"

Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2020

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Hostel Heimathafen Lörrach

Brühlstraße 10/11, Loerrach, BSL

Situated in Loerrach, this hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Dreilandermuseum Loerrach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Beyeler Foundation. Burghof Loerrach is 0.3 mi (0.5 ...

4.8/5Exceptional! (4 reviews)

"Access to public transportation and very nice view."

Reviewed on Jun. 30, 2019

Hyve Hostel Basel

Gempenstrasse 64, Basel

Situated in Basel, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Via Gottardo and Basel Zoo. Congress Center Basel and St. Jakobshalle are also within 3 mi (5 km). Basel ...

4.2/5Excellent! (184 reviews)

Good Location - Don’t Stay in Room 25

"Returned from full day of sightseeing, FOB didn’t work (10:30 PM). No one answered call via call button. Thankfully, fellow guest let me in. WiFi is complete rubbish in common areas. Groceries were discarded prior to my departure (staff gave me complimentary salad-yum!). No electrical outlets/USB ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2019

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SILO Hostel

37 Signalstrasse, Basel, BS

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Located in Basel City Centre, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Musical Theater Basel and Congress Center Basel. Basel Zoo and St. Jakobshalle are also within ...

4.8/5Exceptional! (4 reviews)

Highly recommended

"Great choice for a stay From the design to the cleanliness and the charming hospitality"

Reviewed on Aug. 31, 2021

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Hyperion Hotel Basel

Messeplatz 12, Basel, BS

4.4/5Excellent! (947 reviews)

"The staff are great, the breakfast is really good, the rooms are nice and comfy, there’s a free minibar and you get a Basel card that gives you access to the trams and busses and discounts to lots of museums, zoos and tours. This hotel is actually a package, a good one. Book it."

Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2021

Hotel Victoria

Centralbahnplatz 3-4, Basel, BS

4.7/5Exceptional! (67 reviews)

"A very pleasant hotel, unassuming elegant"

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2021

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

Steinentorstrasse 25, Basel, BS

4/5Very Good! (80 reviews)

"Great location and offers all that you need for a city stay in Basel. 1.8m restriction on parking so if you’ve a can, park just up the Road (2 min walk) in the Multistory car park."

Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2021

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What Is a Hostel?

If you're looking for somewhere affordable to stay in Basel, one of the 6 hostels here might be a great choice. No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have the following:

Shared rooms (though many have private options too)
Budget-friendly prices
A social setting

Hostels are a great way to stay in Basel for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. You can check out cultural highlights like the museums in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.

Hostels in Basel

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start looking:

Youth Hostel Basel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Basler Muenster and Basel Historical Museum. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You'll find desks and linens in all rooms.

Basel Backpack - You can take advantage of free WiFi and barbecue grills, as well as a picnic area. Rooms come with showers, hair dryers, and desks.

Hostel Heimathafen Lörrach - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Lörrach Museum/Burghof S-Bahn. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and multilingual staff. You'll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms.

Hyve Hostel Basel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Basel SBB Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and tour/ticket assistance.

Hyve Hotel Basel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Basel SBB Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. You'll find free toiletries in all rooms.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Basel?

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons:

The hottest months are typically August and July, while February and January are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 55° F and nighttime temperatures average 29° F
April-June: 75° F is the daytime average and 38° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 79° F and nighttime averages are around 49° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 64° F during the day and 32° F at night
Average rainfall is 1.14 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Basel?

Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these places:

Top Sights

Basel Town Hall
Basler Muenster
Basel Historical Museum

Natural Features

Sankt Johanns-Park
Rosentalanlage
Merian Park

Cultural Attractions

Beyeler Foundation
Pharmacy Museum Basel
Basel Natural History Museum

Overall, Basel is known for its:

Museums
Art
Cafés
Riverfront
Historical sites
Tours
Festivals
Restaurants
Shopping

How to Get to Basel and Around the Area

You'll find the closest airport in Basel (BSL-EuroAirport), located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), which is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Nearby metro stations include Marktplatz Tram Stop, University Tram Stop, and Riehen Niederholz S-Bahn. To check out more of the area, take a train from Basel SBB Station, Basel St. Johann Station, or Basel Bad Station.

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Based on our customers’ reviews, these hostels in Basel have the best ratings: Hyve Hotel Basel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Basel SBB Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and tour/ticket assistance, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, free toiletries, and bed sheets. Youth Hostel Basel - Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You’ll find showers, desks, and bed sheets in all rooms. Basel Backpack - Property features include free WiFi, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Rooms come with showers, hair dryers, and desks. SILO Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Basel Bad Station and Basel (ZBA-Basel Bad Train Station). You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as an elevator. You’ll find showers in all rooms. Hyve Hostel Basel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Basel SBB Station and Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station). You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as tour/ticket assistance.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Basel in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is EuroAirport Airport (BSL), located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from the city center. Another option is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), situated 3.9 mi (6.3 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. Metro stations nearby include Marktplatz Tram Stop and University Tram Stop. To check out more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station), Basel SBB Station, or Basel Bad Station.