Hotel Alexander

3.0 star property
Hotel in Basel with a restaurant and a bar

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Front of property - evening/night
Family Suite with balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Dining
Interior
Lobby sitting area
Hotel Alexander sits in central Basel, where guests can relax in its charming garden or enjoy the sunny terrace after exploring the city. The hotel provides WiFi in every room, while its bar and restaurant serve up local Swiss flavors for visitors to experience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Classic Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Modern Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Junior Suite with balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Family Suite with balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Modern Comfort Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Modern Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
83 Riehenring, Basel, Basel, 4058

What's nearby

  • Congress Center Basel - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marktplatz - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Basler Muenster - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Basel Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Basel Bad Station - 12 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heritage Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪M Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Europe & Lobby Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Executive Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Rouge - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alexander

Hotel located in Basel City Centre
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Hotel Alexander. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 19.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 8 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 19.5 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 25 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Alexander pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Alexander?

Self parking is available for CHF 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hotel Alexander?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Alexander?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Alexander located?

Located in Basel City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Congress Center Basel and Rosentalanlage. Musical Theater Basel and St. Matthew Parish are also within 10 minutes. Marktplatz Tram Stop is 14 minutes by foot and University Tram Stop is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Alexander Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 230 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the bus stop and cruise port.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very well located for public transport and dining options/ supermarket - the staff were friendly - there was a useful fridge in the room. Although there was no air con, fans were provided which worked well in the heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald John

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

Friendly Staff in pleasant location

Clean comfortable rooms, friendly staff, tram stop out the front of Hotel Alexander. We would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, rooms small. Free public transport a great perk!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Caitlin

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

Decent stay

Comfortable hotel with all you would need in a decent location - 20 minutes walk to the centre. Comes with Basel card allowing free transport round the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice stay

The elevator was not large, but they can help you with the luggage. The front desk is very helpful in directions and they provide Basel card for the duration of the trip- which is a pleasant surprise (allowing you all the public transportation for free in the city)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELENITA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean double room! Our stay in Alexander Hotel was nice, breakfast was good and there were sweet and salty delicious meals. The position is strategic and perfectly linked to the city centre (500 meters on foot) with bus and tram stop in front of the hotel! The structure is located near a very quiet road: our 3 nights were pleasant! I recommend it for your stay in Basel! See you next time, thankss!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Wonderful hotel, note the lack of air conditioning

I had failed to note that Hotel Alexander does not have air conditioning, and it was very, very hot. Mid 90s Fahrenheit (low 30s Celsius). So we were not comfortable, but in all other respects, this hotel was wonderful. The staff were all helpful, kind, and professional. The tram stop was a 2 minute walk. The free breakfast was hot and delicious. The WiFi worked. The room was spacious for European hotel rooms, and we loved the large balcony patio. Great for a family of 4.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ismail

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They gave me a room for 4 people when I am alone and charged CDN353 per night. No bath soap, no shampoo, only hand soap, small towels, unhelpful reception staff. Bare floors through out.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful when we had a medical emergency. Thank you. Room was clean, comfortable. Hotel close to tram.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Siegbert Georg

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Die Mitarbeiterinnen an der Rezeption und im Frühstücksraum waren sehr hilfreich und freundlich. Das Zimmer war in Ordnung. Das Bett sollte dringend erneuert werden.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Staff & service
Felt the Check in Staff could have been more helpful, Didn't really explain things properly even with directions we were lost
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds very comfy. Suite was very spacious and lots of outside balcony space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul.

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with great staff and dining. City trams stop right in front of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

Preis / Leistung OK

Hotel OK. Gutes Frühstückbuffet. Zimmer sehr Klein aber Sauber. Gut Gelegen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is in a great area near a tram stop. The restaurant has interesting Ukrainian cuisine, for dining indoors or out. There are several other restaurants very close. The staff was professional, if not especially friendly. There is no front desk staff available overnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unkomplizierter check in Tolles Frühstücks Buffet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martyn

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

.

Good, very easy. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ruedi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hat unseren erwartungen entsprochen Preis Leistung stimmt
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEFANO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ottima posizione, personale molto gentile, camere spaziose e pulite
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel

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

une adresse à ne pas négliger

Très bien, bon rapport qualité-prix pour Bâle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My review would have been much better had I not been charge way more than the price I booked it at through Expedia. The price when we booked was about $220 Canadian dollars. We chose to pay when we arrived. However when we got there we were charged over $600! I can understand that it was because EuroVision was taking place. Maybe it’s Expedia’s fault and I shouldnt be making this the hotels fault. In any event. The room was clean. It’s in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value hotel for the money I paid. Two minutes from waitrose, 3 to the tube. Room was basic but quite big for a UK room. Bathroom was a little small however. Overall, would happily stay again. I hope they sort the gym out however!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small and friendly hotel approximately 20mins walk from the charming old city centre. Also on tram route. Clean and functional room with safe and coffee maker. Buffet breakfast had plenty of choice. As a base for a 3 day stay it was ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025