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Reviews of Basel Backpack

Dornacherstrasse 192, 4053 Basel, Switzerland

#40 of 65 hotels in Basel

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Review score

Based on 888 hostel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I do not have anything to add to this bit.

    I have enjoyed the double-decker beds. The lockers were very well accessible. The showers and toilets were not too far from the rooms. I loooooved the greenery of plants in the vicinity - almost botanical garden vibes.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2024

    10
    Overall it was good. The courteous staff made sure that everyone is comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I suppose there are houses or some event/ concert halls around the hostel which made noise late night. Even the light was on till almost 2 am. May be I stayed there for a weekend and this doesn’t happen other days.

    The staff, cleanliness and location.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    10
    it was great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    not a lot really

    it was clean and big and had personality

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff at the front desk were so lovely and helpful! Nice showers and bathrooms are ok. Lockers are good size and convenient, beds are ok. Free washing machine!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    10
    Very dedicated hostel.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked that I could check out very late at night and the amenities were spacious.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2024

    10
    Great and simple.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good. Nothing to deslike.

    Easy to get the key when you arrive late, locker for free, nice showers, cool space to spend few nights.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2024

    10
    Very good for a travelling student.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen and it's equipment was very good.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2024

    10
    Beautifully designed hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely facility with a community feel. The private rooms were very beautifully designed and there were lots of common areas to choose from. Close to the train station and tram network. Great for solo travellers.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff are so friendly! Would definitely recommend this hostel and come back again

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    10
    Perfect location and Basel is a lovely city for families to explore.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good.

    We used our free (included in hostel booking) Basel card for the tram several times each day.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Theres no house rules. Other guests were so loud until 1am.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    10
    Nice and cozy
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    1. Clean room and common areas 2 . Nice and himble front desk people 3 . Got free public transport ticket ,which otherwise could have emptied my wallet 4. Front desk person suggested some nice places to go .

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Personnel was so nice and kind! Also good location!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything. Great spot with kids. Superb.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was clean and quite, 10 minute walk from the train station with a lot of shops and restaurants along the way. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The bus and tram pass included was a nice surprise. We only stayed for the night but wish we stayed longer!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2024

    10
    A real gem in the Center of Basel with high quality rooms and great staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is not a thing I want to change.

    The location and facilities are exceptionally good and well maintained and rooms and common areas are unique and beautifully designed!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They could have provided more fans due to the warm weather.

    Cheap and easy access, no hassle

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was not really sure if this accomodation located near a cafe or concert hall but one night I coudlnt sleep when an opera music/singer performed and it was extremlly loud. Terrible

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2024

    10
    Would definitely stay here again when I'm back in Basel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing.

    The hostel locate in a fantastic public renovated area called "Gundeldinger Feld" which used to be an old factory, the place really give the artistic, lively and inspiring vibe. Additionally, you have a tram stop nearby which would easily take you to the city center and train station is only 10 minutes walk. The hostel itself is really artistic, the bed and bathroom was really clean. The staff were really helpful and friendly. :)

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2024

    10
    Probably the best hostel in Basel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing 🙂

    Overall a great hostel. Stayed in 8 bed dorm which has plenty of space. Lockers are provided. Generous amount of spaces on ground floor for relaxation. Espresso coffee is available at the bar for extra charge - well worth the price. The staff are incredibly helpful. Excellent value for money.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No 24h check-in desk, so you need to pay attention when there is someone there.

    Good location, spacious rooms with huge beds, very helpful staff at check in desk.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was very aesthetic and clean! We particularly liked the bathroom. The location was also great, it was at a walking distance to many things and the tram was readily available as well.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2024

    10
    I liked everything, the staff, the artistic atmosphere, the friendliness of other guests, the locati
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, everything was perfect

    I liked everything, the staff, the artistic atmosphere, the friendliness of other guests, the location. I will definitely come back!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant but to be improved
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The other hostels I've stayed in had towels, so I did not bring one. Basel Backpack should have some. The rest was not due to the hostel but just to the rudeness of the other women that stayed in the room. They were noisy, forgot their key and came back in the middle of the night, had their alarm ringing for hours, put their lights at 2am, etc etc

    The staff was incredibly nice, and the bedding was comfortable. The hostel is quite old, but it was sweet to see that it was decorated with a lot of plants. I also loved the breakfast.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    5.0
    Fair for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchen is quite small but its alright.

    High ceilings so it doesnt feel packed. Employees seem nice and helpful. They also offer breakfast for an additional fee

    Stayed in June 2024

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