Dornacherstrasse 192, 4053 Basel, Switzerland
#40 of 65 hotels in Basel
Guests' ChoiceBased on 888 hostel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: 16 August 2024
Kotryna
United KingdomI 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
Deepika
NetherlandsI 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
Churton
United Kingdomnot a lot really
it was clean and big and had personality
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 12 August 2024
Deniz
United KingdomThe 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
Jakub
ThailandI liked that I could check out very late at night and the amenities were spacious.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 August 2024
Pedro
ThailandEverything 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
Jitka
Czech RepublicKitchen and it's equipment was very good.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 1 August 2024
Alexandra
AustraliaLovely 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
Tony
NetherlandsThe staff are so friendly! Would definitely recommend this hostel and come back again
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 22 July 2024
Susanne
AustraliaAll 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
Dolorene
PhilippinesTheres no house rules. Other guests were so loud until 1am.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 16 July 2024
Singh
Germany1. 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
Erik
FinlandPersonnel was so nice and kind! Also good location!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 11 July 2024
Bjarke
DenmarkWe liked everything. Great spot with kids. Superb.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 9 July 2024
Sarah
United KingdomThe 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
Antonia
GermanyThere 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
Anirudh
DenmarkThey could have provided more fans due to the warm weather.
Cheap and easy access, no hassle
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 July 2024
Marlon
United KingdomI 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
Sombounkhan
LaosNothing.
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
Nicholas
AustraliaNothing 🙂
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
Petr
PolandNo 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
Bella
United StatesThe 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
Maria
CyprusNothing, 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
Elodie
SwitzerlandThe 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
Maria
NorwayThe 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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