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Essential by Dorint Basel City

4.0 star property
Hotel in Basel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Property amenity
Exterior
Property amenity
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
The current price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

Explore the area

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Schoenaustrasse 10, Basel, BS, 4058
  • Place, Musical Theater Basel
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Congress Center Basel
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Marktplatz
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment

Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Free minibar items
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Essential Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Essential Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Essential Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Basel

Essential by Dorint Basel City puts you in the heart of Basel, steps from Musical Theater Basel and within a 10-minute stroll of Rosentalanlage. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Cote Jardin, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 1970 square feet (183 square metres) of event facilities include 4 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Basel City Centre hotel include St. Matthew Parish and Congress Center Basel.

What's nearby

  • Musical Theater Basel - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Congress Center Basel - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marktplatz - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Basler Muenster - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Basel Bad Station - 10 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 19 min walk
  • Basel (BSL-EuroAirport) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪K.MU:N Thai Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Avant-Gouz - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria La Perla - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Isbilir Kebap - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Essential by Dorint Basel City

Hotel in Basel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1970 square feet (183 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Essential by Dorint Basel City . For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Basel hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 171 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 1970 sq ft of conference space
  • 183 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2002
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Essential by Dorint Basel City offers 171 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Basel hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (CHF 25 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: CHF 26 to 26 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cote Jardin

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,970 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms

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.
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 132 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 40.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 26 to 26 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: CHF 25 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 40.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

Dorint der Messe Basel
Dorint der Messe Hotel Basel
Dorint der Messe Basel Hotel
Dorint An der Messe Basel
Essential By Dorint Basel City
Essential by Dorint Basel City Hotel
Essential by Dorint Basel City Basel
Essential by Dorint Basel City Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Essential by Dorint Basel City offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

As of 31 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essential by Dorint Basel City on 8 Feb 2026 start from AU$250.55, 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.

Is parking available at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Yep, Essential by Dorint Basel City has a covered self car park for CHF 25 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

The closest beach to Essential by Dorint Basel City is Plage de Huningue (2.7 km).

What makes Essential by Dorint Basel City a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Essential by Dorint Basel City .

Does Essential by Dorint Basel City serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

No, Essential by Dorint Basel City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Essential by Dorint Basel City , with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 60 kg per pet.

Essential by Dorint Basel City Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, inexpensive and great breakfast and restaurant
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is very nice. The breakfast was very good with all kinds of options. The room was clean and well taken care of. It is a business hotel very close to the convention center, so it’s not the most luxurious. It worked out great for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Front Desk staff were extremely helpful and courteous. Our room was exceptionally clean and very functional. Sheets, mattress and pillows were crips and very comfortable. Loved the use of the parking garage and felt safe with our car parked there. Close shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakshmanan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for a reasonable price
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Someone is very nice and the staff are very friendly, the rooms are very hot and facilities for ironing are very poor. The irons were old and not clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Good location. Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priya, Mission Viejo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in beautiful Basel. Great breakfast and service from all staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Md Nasir Uddin, Mississauga

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bernard

For options limited. Nothing VIP access about it. Bed was terribly small even for European standards.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornelius

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

Great experience.

A very clean, modern, pleasant hotel, a 15 minute walk from the historic center of town with an outstanding staff. Everyone was very friendly, accommodating and cheerful. The price was very reasonable as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annabel, Southampton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean, and easy to find and park. Great to have a transport card, an easy tram into city centre. Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Kilmaurs

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chloe

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff. Clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Violeta

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roni

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in with helpful information about getting around. Room was good sized, clean and comfortable. A few blocks from tram and bus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Great stay.

Very comfortable with pleasant efficient staff. There was a free 10SF voucher to use in the bar as well as a Basel card each which gave us free public transport and discounts to museums. Very happy with this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing weekend there! Was welcome by Angela at the reception who was super caring and helped me fine tune my plans for the weekend. Incredibly helpful - made me feel home from the moment I step in. I look forward to visiting again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place for tourist
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve, TALLAHASSEE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alexandru, at the Front Desk, went out of his way to make our stay especially comfortable and explained to us in detail how to get around the city. A perfect front!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, friendly hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

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

Very nice hotel

The air conditioning didn’t seem to cool the room and we were quite hot which is why I can’t give it 5 stars. Didn’t sleep very well because of warmth in room. Every other aspect was great, location, staff, cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025