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Merian am Rhein

Hostel in Basel

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Breakfast area

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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2 Rheingasse, Basel, BS, 4058
  • Place, Marktplatz
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Basler Muenster
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Congress Center Basel
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Single Room

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Mobile key entry
In-room safe
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room with Sofa Bed

Single Room with Sofa Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Mobile key entry
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Mobile key entry
  • 23 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Single Room

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Mobile key entry
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Mobile key entry
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Mobile key entry
  • 22 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Double Room, River View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Mobile key entry
In-room safe
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite

Standard Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
Mobile key entry
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
Mobile key entry
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Basel

At Merian am Rhein you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Martinskirche and Basel University. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Plus you'll find a lift. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Basel City Centre hostel include White and Blue House and Rhine.
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What's nearby

  • Marktplatz - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Basler Muenster - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Congress Center Basel - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Basel Zoo - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Basel Bad Station - 19 min walk
  • Basel (BSL-EuroAirport) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Manora Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brauerei Fischerstube - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ufer 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Döner Stop - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Merian am Rhein

Hostel in Basel
Merian am Rhein offers its guests express check-in, express check-out, and a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Basel hostel is smoke free.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Merian am Rhein offers 64 accommodations with a safe. Beds feature down duvets. 10-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. This Basel hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 10-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sie benötigen keine App wir senden Ihnen aber einen Link für den Mobile Check-In mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

Merian am Rhein Basel
Merian Basel Self Check in
Merian am Rhein Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Merian am Rhein Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Basel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Merian am Rhein?

Merian am Rhein offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Merian am Rhein?

As of 27 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merian am Rhein on 2 Nov 2025 start from AU$191.89, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Merian am Rhein?

The closest beach to Merian am Rhein is Plage de Huningue (3.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Merian am Rhein?

No, Merian am Rhein does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Merian am Rhein?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Reviews

Merian am Rhein Reviews

6.4

7.4/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

4.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel very clean but on air conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Valerie

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel should be one of the most beautiful in the city — the view is truly stunning. And yet, the overall experience borders on unacceptable. During the busy Art Basel week, while we are paying $700 per night, there wasn’t even a staff member to welcome us — just a screen at the entrance. Naturally, the system didn’t work, so we had to call someone just to check in. But how is it possible that, in 2025, a hotel in the south doesn’t have air conditioning? Just a sad little fan? The room was stiflingly hot — completely inappropriate for the season. The furniture and decor seem stuck in the 1980s or 1990s. There’s been no attempt to update or refresh anything. Even a few simple museum posters could have brought a touch of charm or cultural relevance — but clearly, no effort was made. The mini-fridge barely worked, which made things worse given the heat in the room. The hairdryer was useless — more of a relic than a functional appliance. The breakfast area was dreadful — dirty, depressing, and entirely uninviting. And at check-out? No proper luggage storage. Only six lockers for the entire hotel, while most guests had large suitcases. Completely inadequate. Hotels in Basel seem to take their guests for granted, assuming that Art Basel alone is enough to justify high prices and poor service. But they’ve already lost the watch fair — if things continue like this, the art fair could be next.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Francisco

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My self checkin didn’t work. The code didn’t work, i couldn’t reach anyone by phone or email for hours and i have to check into a different hotel, now i’m struggling to get a refund for the room i paid in advance and they did not provide access too. Their costumer support is not being helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Very functional, and only or a business trip or if you are poor - the room was relatively cheap. There is merely sleeping and washing provision, and a hot drinks machine and a croissant for breakfast all automatically dispensed from a sitting out area three floors below - there is no kettle in the room so no hot drinks on hand; there is no mini bar. - there is no reception staff on location. The hotel is clean; the room was a single room, as it had a great view of Basel across the Rhine - I suspect I was given this room by accident, as it would have been good for a romantic stay had it had reception and in room facilities; perhaps I got this room in error, as checking in was all done remotely.;
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

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

Great cheap hotel

Good service and price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Basic functional room, the one pillow had no support.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Arlen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Seamless check in and out. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The self-check in was a mess. Wouldn't accept our code. Luckily a German speaking man called the number and helped us. Having no staff on premisses made it difficult to ask questions about the area, restaurants and to call a taxi.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Chandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Very noisy due to club downstairs. Very rowdy patrons. No aircon too. Eventually also did not get the river facing room as requested.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Francis

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarianna

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joachim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
die Lage war sehr gut. Das self check in war etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig aber funktionierte Da wir mit den Rädern reisten war die Info diesbezüglich mit Abstellmöglichkeit weniger gut - hatten aber eine Platz gefunden.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

KAZUYA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAFAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

no apto para pesraonas mayores

muy limpio miu bonito jamas vimos a nadie que nos pudeira dar indicaciones, queriamos dejar las maletas y aprovecahr el dia y nos tuvimos que ir al aeropuerto 8 hroas antes porque el hotel es tan ingetlitenge que no hay nadie
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kerstin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Self Service mit perfekter Lage für Basel

Das beste am Hotel ist seine Lage direkt am Rhein und nur wenige Fußminuten in die Innenstadt. Wir hatten eine Junior Suite zu dritt, das Zimmer war leider sehr klein, aber der Blick war phantastisch! Es ist ein Self Service Hotel, zum Frühstück gibt es nur Gipfeli, die aber super lecker sind! Außerdem kann man sich den ganzen Tag an Tee und Kaffee bedienen. Also insgesamt doch ganz gut und Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis passt auch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Iwan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Iwan Rudolf

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel ist gut. hotel.com ist eine Katastrophe. Ich werde wieder in in ihrem Hotel buchen, aber nie mehr mit Hotel.com
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesper

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

B.

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

Das Hotel ist empfehlenswert.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lukas

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ich musste aus medizinischen Gründen eine Badeanne haben und wählte anhand der Foto mein Zimmer. Als ich eingecheckt war, hatte mein Zimmer keine Badewanne. Ich kontaktiere das Hotel. Jegliche Hilfe wurde abgelehnt. Alles muss über Expedia gehen. Also kontaktiere ich Expedia. Zimmerwechsel: Nein. Bezahlter-Zimmerupgrade: Nein. Stornierung? Nein. Ich fand es sehr "komisch" als das "Hotel" mir über Expedia mitgeteilte dass es keine Zimmer mit Badewanne hat, aber dann aber zirka eine Stunde später sah, dass mind. 8 Zimmer mit Badewanne als "frei" buchbar waren..... Ich war/bin sehr enttäuscht. Nicht nur denke ich, dass ich angelogen wurde, sondern Preis/Leistung stimmt nicht, nur ein Kopfkissen, dünne Wände, weiche Matratze, komplizierter Check-in, alter Lift, usw. Dieses "Hotel" benötigt eine Grundsarnierung!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Wolfgang

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024