GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

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

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Exterior
Comfort Twin Room, 1 Bedroom
Lobby
Comfort Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | View from room
Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Centralbahnstrasse 13-15, Basel, 4002
  • Basel Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Basler Muenster
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Marktplatz
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

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

Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

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

Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

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

Comfort Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

Gorgeous king Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Gorgeous twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Smart queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Smart Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Smart twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Basel

At GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel you'll be within steps of Via Gottardo and BIS Tower. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a full-service spa and a bar/lounge. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and reflexology along with access to the sauna. 775 square feet (72 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and a snack bar/deli. 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 Sankt Alban hotel include Offene Kirche Elisabethen and Basel University.

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
  • Basel (BSL-EuroAirport) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Spettacolo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kaffeemacher - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Centralbahnplatz Basel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Malibu Nation - ‬2 min walk

About this property

GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

Hotel in Basel with full-service spa and free breakfast
GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and a sauna. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 775 square feet (72 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Basel hotel is smoke free.

  • 86 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 775 sq ft of conference space
  • 72 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel offers 86 accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7 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 centre
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are 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: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 100.0 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.

  • 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

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; 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
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, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly 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

Gaia Hotel Basel
Gaia Basel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

Yep, GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel has a self car park for CHF 23 per day.

Are there any beaches close to GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

The closest beach to GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel is Plage de Huningue (4.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel. You'll enjoy services like hot stone massages.

What makes GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel.

Does GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, visitors love the free buffet brekkie here! Served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and noon, this is the spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

No, GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 517 out of 625 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 625 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 625 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 625 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 625 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

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

Jodi

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

Book this hotel, you will not be disappointed.

I had a wonderful experience at this hotel from the comfort of the room to the exceptional included breakfast. It was beyond my expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 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

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing from beginning to finish, friendly and professional. Excellent breakfast and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was uniformly wonderful. Great family-owned hotel that has retained its old-world ambiance. Amenities included some free wine, beer, juice into the room refrigerator, great breakfast buffet and the special Basel card. That allowed us to ride the trams for free.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Cassia

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

Perfect near train station

Very basic, but clean and friendly, close to the train station, breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey, Newbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
X
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erzsebet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient being across the road from the train station and very good soundproofing because I couldn't hear anything inside the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry, Lincoln

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with family
The hotel was very charming, and the service was great. The room was very clean and had nice amenities, including a refrigerator with beverages. The bed was very comfortable, but a little too warm for me. Breakfast was included but, unfortunately, we didn’t have time to partake. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely hospitable and welcoming. The location was perfect for using public transportation around the city. The room was cozy and clean, and the breakfast buffet was simply superb! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Quiet, classy, lovely! The front desk staff, doorman and bartender were all so friendly and helpful. We felt at home immediately. Rooms are impeccable- so clean and beautifully decorated (as is the entire hotel)! Lovely little perks: little chocolate cakes in our room, welcome drink vouchers for the bar. Would definitely recommend The Allure and hope to return someday.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Convenient location. The room was large but not easy for a couple with bad knees…bedroom and bath upstairs. Other than that we liked the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Convenient to train station. Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient to the train station (across the street) with excellent breakfast. Room is clean but very small. Bathroom has a rickety shower door.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the restaurant at the corner Alte Post the people were wonderful and the food was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - across the street from the train station. Exceedingly friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Excellent service. Large room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing hotel to stay while in Basel. The service, rooms and breakfast were excellent. Close to the train station and trams, so it was very easy to get around. Id stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Olathe

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the breakfast and the convenience of being near the train station and trams.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. The included breakfast was way above expectation.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024