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A restaurant with a high ceiling and exposed wooden beams, featuring a modern interior with dark chairs and wooden tables.

An outdoor patio with wicker chairs and a striped umbrella, surrounded by greenery and a gravel path.

A modern room with a large window, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

1. Hotel Spalentor

1.6 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Julie

AED 612

AED 672 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern restaurant with a long dining area, multiple tables, and chairs. There are large potted plants and hanging lights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

A modern lobby with a wooden wall, a curved seating area, and a reception desk with lamps.

A modern hotel entrance with a revolving door, glass facade, and potted plants.

2. Mövenpick Hotel Basel

Sankt Alban, 0.9 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Domenic

AED 686

AED 749 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a bowl of fruit, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A round table set for four with a white tablecloth, green placemats, and a bowl of bread.

A view through a window of a garden with a bench, a small table, and a flowering plant.

A two-story building with a front door, steps, and potted plants.

3. B&B Pappelweg - 2

2.8 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

yang

AED 462

AED 513 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a large window, and artwork on the wall.

A modern interior with seating areas, a kitchen, and large windows.

A modern meeting room with a long table, black chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple glasses, and a coffee machine.

4. SET Hotel.Residence by Teufelhof Basel

Vorstädte, 1.1 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Richard

AED 724

AED 789 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a classic European architectural style, featuring a prominent corner entrance and multiple balconies.

A spacious restaurant with wooden furniture, hexagonal patterned flooring, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a bathtub, and a unique water feature.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofas, and a large window with curtains.

5. GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

Sankt Alban, 1.1 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Lauri

AED 861

AED 931 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with ornate architecture, featuring multiple windows and a central entrance.

A modern conference room with a long table, comfortable seating, and a unique ceiling design with multiple light fixtures.

A modern lobby with a marble staircase, a reception desk, and a seating area with a chair and table.

A bartender preparing a drink behind a bar with shelves of bottles and glasses.

6. Hotel Märthof Basel

Altstadt Grossbasel, 1.2 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Darrin

AED 1,067

AED 1,145 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and a decorative centerpiece.

A historic building with the name 'SCHWEIZERHOF' prominently displayed, featuring a classic architectural style with multiple windows and balconies.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, yellow umbrellas, and a building with balconies.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large column.

7. Hotel Schweizerhof Basel

Sankt Alban, 1.1 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Eric

AED 540

AED 597 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

The exterior of the Steinschanze Stadthotel with large glass windows, a modern design, and a visible entrance.

A dining area with a variety of breads and butter on a table.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, featuring white plates, silverware, and a white cup.

A reception area with a curved counter, wooden staircase, and pendant lighting.

8. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Vorstädte, 1.1 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Crystal

AED 465

AED 520 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern reception area with a large, illuminated chandelier, a reception desk, and a seating area.

A modern outdoor patio area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by buildings with large windows and a glass structure overhead.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a mirror, and a small shelf with toiletries.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a glass door and a sign for Pullman Hotels and Resorts in Basel, Europe.

9. Pullman Basel Europe

Clara, 1 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Jeff

AED 678

AED 740 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A multi-story building with balconies, outdoor seating, and large windows.

A modern interior with a black leather sofa, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a large potted plant.

A modern building with a prominent 'ART HOUSE' sign, large windows, and a visible entrance with a red line above the door.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a variety of liquor bottles, and a chalkboard menu.

10. ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels

Vorstädte, 1 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Timothy

AED 693

AED 756 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar and bistro with outdoor seating and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern hotel with a bar and restaurant on the ground floor, named HOTEL VICTORIA.

A modern interior with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a large mirror.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

11. Hotel Victoria

Sankt Alban, 1.1 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Frank

AED 686

AED 749 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A long, narrow hallway with a curved ceiling, large windows on both sides, and a brown leather couch at the end.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a hammock, and a round window.

A spiral staircase with a central void, possibly for structural or design purposes.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a small stool, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted lights.

12. Silo Design & Boutique Hostel

Basel City Centre, 1.8 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Noreen

AED 459

AED 513 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, large windows, and a wooden facade.

A patio area with tables and benches, a glass of red drink, and greenery.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A wooden staircase with a central landing area and metal railings.

13. Der Teufelhof Basel

Altstadt Grossbasel, 1.1 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Gregg

AED 621

AED 682 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with a long dining table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a pendant light.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a view to the outside.

14. City Pop 2Night Basel - Self check-in

2.7 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Howell

AED 293

AED 341 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a variety of bottles.

A modern restaurant with wooden stools, blue chairs, and a central bar area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the city.

A room with a large window overlooking a lush garden, wooden seating, and a small table.

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

Vorstädte, 0.6 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Geetha Lakshmi

AED 770

AED 836 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by greenery and trees.

A rooftop terrace with two wooden chairs and a small table, overlooking a cityscape with a church and a Ferris wheel.

A restaurant with a stone statue in the background, surrounded by ivy. Tables are set with wine glasses and plates.

A building with the sign 'VOLKSHAUS' at the entrance, featuring large windows, potted plants, and a bicycle parked outside.

16. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

Kleinbasel, 0.9 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Franz

AED 768

AED 834 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-level atrium with ornate railings and chandeliers.

A modern interior with a central seating area, wooden beams, and a large window.

A bar area with a round counter, pink bar stools, and chandeliers.

A luxurious dining room with chandeliers, round tables, and elegant decor.

17. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

Altstadt Grossbasel, 1.2 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Adam

AED 2,819

AED 2,963 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A breakfast buffet with fruits, pastries, and condiments.

A breakfast table with a bowl of pastries, a glass of orange juice, and a cup of coffee.

A modern hotel with a clear "PARKING" sign, a visible entrance, and a street view with a parked car.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large mirror.

18. Hotel Wettstein

Basel City Centre, 0.5 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Ramin

AED 552

AED 610 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with two sofas and a coffee table, separated by a decorative screen.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden bar, white chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a courtyard area.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a decorative screen, and a view of a building with a tower.

19. The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

Vorstädte, 1.2 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Jonathan

AED 648

AED 710 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with arched windows and a Swiss flag, indicating a location in Switzerland.

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a tiled floor.

A hotel reception area with a stone wall backdrop, a reception desk, and a staircase to the right.

20. Central City Hotel Rochat

Altstadt Grossbasel, 1.4 km from Museum for Contemporary Art

Klaus

AED 429

AED 482 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum for Contemporary Art

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Spalentor	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Mövenpick Hotel Basel	9.6 Exceptional 680 reviews	View
B&B Pappelweg - 2	9.6 Exceptional 94 reviews	View
SET Hotel.Residence by Teufelhof Basel	9.6 Exceptional 260 reviews	View
GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel	9.6 Exceptional 748 reviews	View

Top Museum for Contemporary Art Hotel Reviews

Hotel Victoria

10/10 Excellent

"Opposite the train station and tram stop. Ideal location for sightseeing."

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It is on a hill so if you have difficult walking it could be a challenge"

Central City Hotel Rochat

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was great close to the old town, clean and staff were very friendly"

Limehome Basel Town Hall

8/10 Good

"Location was walkable to and from train station. We didn't spend much time in the area, was a stop over for us, but looked like the property was in a good location for access to city sights and restaurant options. Check in and out were easy using the instructions provided by the host."

Hotel Schweizerhof Basel

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable, lovely large room with a huge bath and great toiletries. Wish we could have stayed longer."

Basel Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was close to the train station and the old town by tram. It was a quiet area of town so I liked that. There were restaurants nearby. The staff was helpful and friendly."

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

8/10 Good

"I have stayed here previously when it was self check in. Now they have 24 hour service. I found check in and luggage storage very easy as I was early. And then I had a very pleasant room upgrade with a spectacular view of river. A nice touch was the selection of juice and pop in the fridge. And having a fan in the room was excellent. Very happy to stay and come back"

Hotel Märthof Basel

10/10 Excellent

"Location is great"

Mövenpick Hotel Basel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent choice for Basel, good spot between the old town and the train station."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Museum for Contemporary Art?

Museum for Contemporary Art is located in an area of Basel known for its interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 217 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Museum for Contemporary Art?

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Museum for Contemporary Art. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Schweizerhof Basel and Hotel Märthof Basel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Museum for Contemporary Art?

Expedia has 217 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Museum for Contemporary Art.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum for Contemporary Art, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Museum for Contemporary Art.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Museum for Contemporary Art?

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What can I see and do near Museum for Contemporary Art?

You'll want to browse the collections at Basel Art Museum, Basel Historical Museum, and Jean Tinguely Museum. White and Blue House, Kirche Allerheiligen, and Ermitage are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Theater Basel, Burghof Loerrach, and Baseldytschi Bihni.

How can I get to Museum for Contemporary Art?

With so many transportation options, seeing the area around Museum for Contemporary Art is simple. Nearby metro stations include Marktplatz Tram Stop and University Tram Stop. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Basel Bad Station or Basel (ZBA-Basel Bad Train Station).

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Our top choices for Museum for Contemporary Art hotels

1. Hotel Spalentor

2. Mövenpick Hotel Basel

3. B&B Pappelweg - 2

4. SET Hotel.Residence by Teufelhof Basel

5. GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

6. Hotel Märthof Basel

7. Hotel Schweizerhof Basel

8. Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

9. Pullman Basel Europe

10. ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels

11. Hotel Victoria

12. Silo Design & Boutique Hostel

13. Der Teufelhof Basel

14. City Pop 2Night Basel - Self check-in

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

16. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel

17. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

18. Hotel Wettstein

19. The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel

20. Central City Hotel Rochat

Compare popular hotels close to Museum for Contemporary Art

Top Museum for Contemporary Art Hotel Reviews

Hotel Victoria

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Central City Hotel Rochat

Limehome Basel Town Hall

Hotel Schweizerhof Basel

Basel Marriott Hotel

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

Hotel Märthof Basel

Mövenpick Hotel Basel

Other attractions near Museum for Contemporary Art

Basel Art Museum

Basler Muenster

Basel Paper Mill

Caricature and Cartoon Museum

Antique Museum and Collection Ludwig

The Palantine

Offene Kirche Elisabethen

Basel Cathedral

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