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GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Basel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe
GAIA Hotel Basel combines luxury with sustainability. The breakfast buffet offers a delicious start to the day, while the Spa provides rejuvenating reflexology and deep-tissue massages. Guests consistently praise the attentive staff for enhancing their stay.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 912
AED 985 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Smart Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Comfort Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Gorgeous twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Gorgeous king Room

  • Sleeps 2

Smart twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Smart queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed With Sofa Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Map
Centralbahnstrasse 13-15, Basel, 4002

What's nearby

  • Basel Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Basler Muenster - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Marktplatz - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St. Jakobshalle - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Basel SBB Station - 1 min walk
  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Spettacolo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brezelkönig - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lora - ‬3 min walk

About this property

GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

Upscale hotel located in Sankt Alban
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or reflexology at the onsite spa. In addition to a business center and a sauna, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe, a reception hall, and massage treatment rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 86 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like free stocked minibars and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, 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

  • Self parking on site (CHF 23 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to noon on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 775 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 100.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: CHF 23 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 100.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Gaia Hotel Basel
Gaia Basel

Frequently asked questions

Is GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

As of 29 October 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel on 23 November 2025 start from $257.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

Self parking is available for CHF 23 per day.

What time is check-in at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel located?

Located in Sankt Alban, this spa hotel is steps from Via Gottardo and BIS Tower. Offene Kirche Elisabethen and Basel University are also within 10 minutes. Basel SBB Station is only a 2-minute walk and Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop is 5 minutes.

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GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 661 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 661 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 661 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 661 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 661 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, excellent location and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was roomy, clean and staff very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast selection was excellent. The staff was friendly, helpful and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was well prepared, staff were excellent, and the breakfast was terrific! Was a little reluctant to stay at a hotel so near to the central station, but it was quiet and very convenient. Will stay here again when my travels take me to Basel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Oksana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
accross the street from the train station... taxi parking in front of the hotel...property itself is safe and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free Basel transport card. Breakfast included rate. Easy to get everywhere.
Right to the left of central train station SBB, but our room was super quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing. Everyone was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every single staff member I have encounter has been exceptional in their customer service, making me feeling very welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very nice and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train terminal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

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

Very friendly staff and clean rooms

Excellent staff and overall very high standards of service. Very friendly staff in general. Central location and very clean room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baiping

Liked: Amenities
Friendly service, lovely breakfast buffet and old school decor. Super close to the train station and bus stop to the airport for free, and the food hall. Would be nice if they have a gym!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness and comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location - handy for everything. Super clean and friendly staff, lovely breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Birgit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ambiance and fantastic breakfast Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and nice quiet room close to train station
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful staff. Perfect location for train station and local transportation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoryana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Srinivasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice breakfast. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yumie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location Friendly staff, clean, wonderful breakfast buffet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024