About this property
A 15-minute drive from the centre of Basel, Hotel Gasthof zum Ochsen enjoys a quiet location in the heart of Arlesheim, 8 km from Basel and 1,200 metres from the Goetheanum Centre in Dornach. The property offers free WiFi and free internet corner in the lobby. The property features chargeable private parking spaces in the underground car park and charging stations for electric cars. The breakfast buffet is served from 06:30 and comprises a variety of mueslis, bread, rolls and homemade jams. The restaurant specialises in meats from the in-house butcher shop such as steak tartare, oxtail soup, cordon bleu or a butcher's cut. Dishes can be accompanied by a wide variety of fine international wines. All of the non-smoking rooms have been completely renovated in 2016 and 2017 and provide modern box-spring beds, floor-level showers and free toiletries. Guests can help themselves to complimentary beer, a mineral water, coffee, tea and fruits at the free bar on every floor. A gift from the property butchers shop will be placed in every room. The hotel rents out mountain bikes in various sizes for CHF 30 per day. There are many tips on cycling tours and trails. . The Ermitage is also around the corner and this is an English landscaped park where guests can relax. A tram station is only 5 walking minutes from the Hotel Gasthof zum Ochsen.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- 2 restaurants
- Family rooms
Sustainability
Ibex Fairstay
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Adeline
Switzerland“It’s central location, character. The breakfast ! The fact that dogs are allowed !” - Diana
Canada“Room was a bit small, but beds were excellent, clean and comfortable. Breakfast had lots of variety. The customer service was competent, friendly and knowledgeable. The hotel design was well done and based on its history. I highly recommend this...” - Du
Germany“Clean, comfortable room and bed; curtious staff; fantastic breakfast; good-quality vanities (body lotion, shampoo, etc.); abundance of free parking on the street; free drinks on each floor. The place has a good vibe about it, and it's the second...” - Treasure
United Kingdom“Hugely warm, friendly and helpful people at every turn. A lovely hotel with a long history centred on meat - the venison was superb! The cathedral suite was delightful too.” 
Sofia Switzerland“Staff always ready to help us anyway they could. Frquent public transportation nearby. Very clean. Free local beer. Very quiet.”- Paul United Kingdom“Staff were excellent and helped one of our party who had a broken arm (not at the hotel broken before we arrived) getting extra pillows and plugs etc”
- Salomoni
Denmark“The restaurant is authentic and wooden cozy space which feels amazing. Although the breakfast does come with limited options for such a Hotel but the quality of most products are really good. for example cheese and milk and range of breads...” - David United Kingdom“Everything. Very smart hotel in a small town. Room and bathroom very clean and comfortable. Easy underground parking. Lovely evening meal eaten outside. Very good selection for breakfast which we ate in the very atmospheric stubli. Staff...”
- Bernard Switzerland“Good Location, breakfast was great, room is modern and clean. Friendly staff.”
- Joanna Switzerland“great location, clean and comfortable with lovely staff”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant mit 13 GaultMillau Punkten
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Dorfterrasse (geöffnet Mai - September)
- CuisineEuropean
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that with the booking confirmation, guests can use the public transports of the Tarifverbund Nordwestschweiz (TNW) on the day of arrival.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
