Hotel Alexander

3.0 star property

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Front of property – evening/night
Lobby sitting area
Family Suite with balcony
Dining
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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83 Riehenring, Basel, Basel, 4058
  • Place, Congress Center Basel
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Musical Theater Basel
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Marktplatz
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Modern Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Junior Suite with balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Family Suite with balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Modern Comfort Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Modern Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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About the area

Basel

A stay at Hotel Alexander places you in the heart of Basel, steps from Congress Center Basel and 5 minutes by foot from Rosentalanlage. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Musical Theater Basel and 0.7 mi (1 km) from Rhine.

What's nearby

  • Congress Center Basel - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Musical Theater Basel - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marktplatz - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Basler Muenster - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Basel Bad Station - 12 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heritage Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪M Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Europe & Lobby Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Executive Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Auld Dubliner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alexander

Hotel in Basel with a restaurant and a bar
Hotel Alexander offers 50 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Stay in one of 50 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
At Hotel Alexander, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Hotel Alexander has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (CHF 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 19.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 8 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 19.5 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 25 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Hotel Alexander Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 236 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very well located for public transport and dining options/ supermarket - the staff were friendly - there was a useful fridge in the room. Although there was no air con, fans were provided which worked well in the heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hongyi

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Felt the Check in Staff could have been more helpful, Didn't really explain things properly even with directions we were lost
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Abarna

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

True reality

Whilst checking in, receptionist was in a hurry to leave. Couldn’t ask her fwhether cot was in place. Found cot wasn’t there. Needed kettle, bowl, microwave. Receptionist who came the next day gave these. Other staff very nice and polite. Internet didn’t work until we left. Hot drinks available 6.30 - 21.00.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rach

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds very comfy. Suite was very spacious and lots of outside balcony space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul.

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with great staff and dining. City trams stop right in front of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is in a great area near a tram stop. The restaurant has interesting Ukrainian cuisine, for dining indoors or out. There are several other restaurants very close. The staff was professional, if not especially friendly. There is no front desk staff available overnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martyn

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

8/10 Good

Martyn

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

.

Good, very easy. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

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

Wonderful hotel, note the lack of air conditioning

I had failed to note that Hotel Alexander does not have air conditioning, and it was very, very hot. Mid 90s Fahrenheit (low 30s Celsius). So we were not comfortable, but in all other respects, this hotel was wonderful. The staff were all helpful, kind, and professional. The tram stop was a 2 minute walk. The free breakfast was hot and delicious. The WiFi worked. The room was spacious for European hotel rooms, and we loved the large balcony patio. Great for a family of 4.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Norma

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My review would have been much better had I not been charge way more than the price I booked it at through Expedia. The price when we booked was about $220 Canadian dollars. We chose to pay when we arrived. However when we got there we were charged over $600! I can understand that it was because EuroVision was taking place. Maybe it’s Expedia’s fault and I shouldnt be making this the hotels fault. In any event. The room was clean. It’s in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value hotel for the money I paid. Two minutes from waitrose, 3 to the tube. Room was basic but quite big for a UK room. Bathroom was a little small however. Overall, would happily stay again. I hope they sort the gym out however!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small and friendly hotel approximately 20mins walk from the charming old city centre. Also on tram route. Clean and functional room with safe and coffee maker. Buffet breakfast had plenty of choice. As a base for a 3 day stay it was ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JB

Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great receptionists

The receptionists were really friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the stay but I really have to praise the receptionists in particular.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very basic. Bed and bathroom. Bed was comfortable. There was a coffee maker which we couldn't figure out how to use. No instructions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the bus stop and cruise port.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELENITA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELENITA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front dest young lady checking us in very exceptionally manner
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff came quickly and was friendly and helpful. Tight car parking, but very close. Nice restaurant attached with live music and chef who showed us proper way to eat some Ukranian dishes. Greet street car access to various sites. Our std double room had a small, but very workable bathroom. Our window opened into a building filled court yard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mat

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025