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Essential by Dorint Basel City

4.0 star property
Hotel in Basel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Located in Basel City Centre, Essential by Dorint Basel City offers a peaceful urban sanctuary. Guests can relax in the garden or enjoy international dishes at Cote Jardin with great views. Multilingual staff are ready to help guests make the most of their stay.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NT$5,001
NT$5,512 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Essential Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
Separate bedroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Essential Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Essential Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Basel City Centre, a neighborhood in Basel, Essential by Dorint Basel City is near the airport and near a train station. Caricature and Cartoon Museum and Antique Museum and Collection Ludwig are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St. Matthew Parish and Peterskirche. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at St. Jakob-Park or St. Jakob Gartenbad. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Schoenaustrasse 10, Basel, BS, 4058

What's nearby

  • Congress Center Basel - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marktplatz - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Basel Art Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Basel Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Basler Muenster - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Basel Bad Station - 10 min walk
  • Marktplatz Tram Stop - 19 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bambus nest - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪K.MU:N Thai Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria La Perla - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant by Hiltl - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Essential by Dorint Basel City

Upscale hotel located in Basel City Centre
Consider a stay at Essential by Dorint Basel City and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Cote Jardin, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
  • 4 meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 171 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 26-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 26 to 26 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cote Jardin

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,970 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms

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.
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 132 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 40.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 26 to 26 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 25 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 40.0 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Dorint der Messe Basel
Dorint der Messe Hotel Basel
Dorint der Messe Basel Hotel
Dorint An der Messe Basel
Essential By Dorint Basel City
Essential by Dorint Basel City Hotel
Essential by Dorint Basel City Basel
Essential by Dorint Basel City Hotel Basel

Frequently asked questions

Is Essential by Dorint Basel City pet-friendly?

Yes, Essential by Dorint Basel City allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 132 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CHF 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

As of 2025/10/6, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essential by Dorint Basel City on 2025/10/12 start from NT$5,001, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Self parking is available for CHF 25 per day.

What time is check-in at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Essential by Dorint Basel City ?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Essential by Dorint Basel City located?

Located in Basel City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Musical Theater Basel, Rosentalanlage, and St. Matthew Parish. Congress Center Basel and Stucki Business Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Marktplatz Tram Stop is 19 minutes by foot and University Tram Stop is 21 minutes.

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Essential by Dorint Basel City Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in beautiful Basel. Great breakfast and service from all staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for a reasonable price
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place for tourist
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Good location. Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

HIROKAZU

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
朝食ブュッフェが美味しく、従業員の方も皆親切で、空調もよく効き、快適に過ごせました
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, friendly hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean, and easy to find and park. Great to have a transport card, an easy tram into city centre. Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Très bonne établissement, personnel très accueillant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernd

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

Sehr freundliches Personal

Ein toller Aufenthalt trotz ESC-Stress
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in with helpful information about getting around. Room was good sized, clean and comfortable. A few blocks from tram and bus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Immer wieder gut.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Great stay.

Very comfortable with pleasant efficient staff. There was a free 10SF voucher to use in the bar as well as a Basel card each which gave us free public transport and discounts to museums. Very happy with this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, well situated and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing weekend there! Was welcome by Angela at the reception who was super caring and helped me fine tune my plans for the weekend. Incredibly helpful - made me feel home from the moment I step in. I look forward to visiting again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

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

Gute Wahl in Basel

Unsere erste Wahl für ein Wochenende in Basel. Top Preis/Leistung. Freundliches und sehr kompetentes Personal. Parkmöglichkeiten vorhanden. Reichhaltiges Frühstücksbuffet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

Travel Heroes

The customer service was exceptional. The staff went above and beyond to ensure our stay was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sauberes, schönes Zimmer. Nettes Personal. Etwas weit weg von der Altstadt, aber mit der Tram schnell erreichbar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel ist ok. Es ist zwar schön, dass im Bad Produkte von Rituals stehen. Wäre aber auch gut, wenn sie wenigstens voll wären. Mit offenem Fenster ist es super laut. Sie besitzen sind aber bequem. Das Personal scheint teilweise sehr genervt zu sein. Ich bin oft in Basel. Sofern möglich würde kch zu einem anderen Hotel tendieren.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Bernard

For options limited. Nothing VIP access about it. Bed was terribly small even for European standards.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alexandru, at the Front Desk, went out of his way to make our stay especially comfortable and explained to us in detail how to get around the city. A perfect front!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philipp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gutes Hotel, sehr nette Mitarbeitende
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torbjörn

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

Friendly staff and minibar included

Nice location, excellent breakfast and friendly staff. Having the mini bar included was a very nice touch (although not refilled) and a coffee maker with pods in the room is great! I wasn't a big fan of the linnen used, and choosing to make a double bed with a small single duvet (for a single person staying in the room) felt a bit weird, but nothing that would make me choose another hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025