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About this property

Located in the lively centre of Kleinbasel, right at the Rhine River, East-West Riverside Hotel is just a short walk across the bridge from the Old Town of Basel and a 10-minute tram ride from the Messe Basel exhibition centre (line 6). Free WiFi is available in the entire property. The rooms offer views of the city, the river or the courtyard, and combine modern design with traditional materials. Facilities include a seating area with a workspace, a flat-screen satellite TV, a safe, and a bathroom with a shower, toilet, and free toiletries. The East West Hotel Basel features a restaurant and a stylish bar with a terrace and views of the Rhine. The daily breakfast buffet includes many regional specialities. On arrival, you will receive a voucher for a drink or snack of your choice. You also benefit from a 10% discount at the in-house restaurant and receive a mobility ticket allowing free use of all public transport in Basel. You will also receive an access code for free WiFi access at public hotspots in Basel. Many bars, clubs and shops are in the immediate vicinity.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Situated in the real heart of Basel, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Buffet

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Susan
    Australia Australia
    Wonderful location beside the bridge and overlooking the Rhine! Easy to walk or catch trams close to the hotel! Comfortable and highly recommended!
  • Phillip
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location is great with a good restaurant and bar on the riverside.
  • Rose
    Canada Canada
    Location location location. Very central and on the water. Everything you want to see and do within walking distance. The food was exceptional. The front desk was very helpful in securing taxi and tourist information. Even a free transit pass for...
  • Richard
    Sweden Sweden
    Great hotel. When you stay herr you revieve a Basel card. You can use that can everywhere when you use tram ot bus. Also discoiunt when going to museum. Also you have 10% off when eating at the hotel restaurant.
  • Lola
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Its great location, friendly staff, comfortable facilities and delicious breakfast
  • Vesna
    Australia Australia
    The rooms were nice and very clean. The location was excellent and the staff were lovely and very helpful. Thank you!
  • Katsushi
    India India
    Right on the bank of the river with a great restaurant. The room is a good size and has comfortable facilities. A small-scale hotel like this in the middle of the city is a really great deal.
  • Scantlebury
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Staff was super friendly and welcoming. The location was amazing, in combination with the 10 % discount on the Restaurant food it was a no brainer to sit down by the river side and have some good Swiss food 😋 breakfast was also delicious!
  • Debbie
    Canada Canada
    We had a room with a view of the Rhine and the promenade. Beautiful location. Lively in the day, quiet and romantic at night. We ate twice at the outside restaurant and complementary breakfast inside. Staff were very friendly. We Arrived past...
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location by the river, with a terrace for beers/dining. Easy 10 minute trip from station, by tram - stop was almost outside the hotel, just couple of minutes walk away. Good evening meal at the restaurant. Nice walk over the bridge to the...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant East West
    • Cuisine
      American • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Romantic

House rules

East West Hotel Basel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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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.

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.

Please inform East West Hotel Basel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.