Free cancellation before 18:00 on 25 December 2025
Cancellation
Free cancellation before 18:00 on 25 December 2025
You may cancel free of charge until 18:00 on the day of arrival. If you cancel after 18:00 on the day of arrival, the cancellation fee will be the total price of the reservation. If you don't show up, the no-show fee will be the total price of the reservation.
Prepayment
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The total price of the reservation is charged at the time of booking.
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The Essential by Dorint Basel City enjoys a quiet location next to the Messe Basel fairgrounds, close to the airport, and within easy reach of the centre. Guests enjoy free WiFi in all areas as well as a free pass for public transport.
Modern rooms and apartments with a kitchenette and sofa bed ensure a relaxing stay.
Delicious Swiss and international cuisine is served in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant, Côté Jardin.
Bus no. 30 stops right across the street from Essential by Dorint Basel City (Riehenring stop) and the tram stop of line 14 is just 2 minutes' walk away. You can park your car in the underground garage.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
9.0
Guests who stayed here loved
Zeynep
Turkey
“Room was very comfortable especially the bed and the pillows. The shampoos very great. It did not had mini bar but it's ok. The staff were polite and nice. The hotel gave us a free public transportation card, that was great. With tram or bus, you...”
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Srinivas
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good spread of continental options .”
Cristi
United Kingdom
“Lovely place, totally recommend it. Staff has been brilliant, from the reception, Alex was amazing, and everyone else was great. Really clean and easy access to everywhere. Totally recommend it”
Gordon
United Kingdom
“Excellent receptionist, very nice to get the city travel passes and comfortable rooms.”
Wandt
Germany
“quite nicely kept, great breakfast, very friendly staff”
A
Alexander
Austria
“Great location, excellent service, comfortable room, and in general a very nice hotel.”
Fiona
United Kingdom
“Clean , modern hotel, staff were super helpful and always greeted with a smile.”
V
Vincent
United Kingdom
“The reception staff were amazing and so helpful and friendly. Breakfast was very good.”
Elitsa
Bulgaria
“Hotel was very nice, clean with friendly staff and varioty of options on breakfast”
Martina
Croatia
“The hotel fully lived up to my expectations. The interior is beautifully styled, warm and inviting, and the whole place feels thoughtfully designed. The room was spotless and comfortable, and the staff were genuinely friendly. Breakfast was...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Côté Jardin
Cuisine
Local • International
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Essential by Dorint Basel City takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CHF 300 is required on arrival. That's about US$378. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests receive a BaselCard upon check in. This Guest Card includes complementary use of Public Transport within Basel City and surroundings (Zone 10, 11, 13, 14 & 15, including Euroairport), free WiFi, as well as discounts on admission to cultural and leisure activities. Please note that the public transfer (2nd class) from EuroAirport or Basel main train stations to the hotel on the day of your arrival is free of charge with your booking confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
A damage deposit of CHF 300 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
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