GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel in Sankt Alban

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Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Centralbahnstrasse 13-15, Basel, 4002
  • Basel University
    8 min walk
  • Le Train Bleu
    1 min walk
  • Basel SBB Station
    1 min walk
  • Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport)
    23 min drive

Room options

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed

  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

  • 65 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Basel

Sankt Alban stay.With a stay at this Sankt Alban hotel, you'll be steps from Via Gottardo and BIS Tower. Offene Kirche Elisabethen and Basel University are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Basel Zoo - 10 min walk
  • Basel Art Museum - 11 min walk
  • Basler Muenster - 13 min walk
  • Marktplatz - 17 min walk
  • St. Jakobshalle - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Basel SBB Station - 1 min walk
  • Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • EuroAirport Airport (BSL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Spettacolo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kaffeemacher - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Centralbahnplatz Basel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Malibu Nation - ‬2 min walk

About this property

GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel

4-star spa hotel in Sankt Alban
GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and a sauna. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 775 square feet (72 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Basel hotel is smoke free.

  • 86 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 775 sq ft of conference space
  • 72 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel offers 86 accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Turkish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CHF 23 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–noon on weekends
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Slippers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 100.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: CHF 23 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 100.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Gaia Hotel Basel
Gaia Basel

GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 591 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 591 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 591 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 591 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 591 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very well located for a few days in Basel. We took a day trip by rail to Lucerne and the hotel location was perfect for this reason. Also, the Old Town of Basel is a short walk. The close proximity to the train station was a bonus, but you must expect a little low level noise from the train and buses nearby. This didn't bother us. The breakfast was really good and the wait staff serving were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and facility. Patient and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

RUTH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel Choice
The location of this hotel cannot be better! Across from the train station and easy access to trams and buses. Very friendly staff, small but comfortable rooms, good breakfast choices. I would definitely stay here again if in Basel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and friendly with our many questions about the area. The location was perfect for our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

larry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in 15 hotels while in Europe. This was absolutely the finest, while at the same time being the least expensive. A classic hotel that has been completely upgraded. The room was twice the size of other places we paid far more. Simply amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

P.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was superb and breakfast was delicious! The location near the train station was perfect for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eunyeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a pleasant surprise. The location of the property is perfect to catch a Tram to anywhere in Basel and right across from the train station to travel to other cities in Switzerland. The breakfast is delightful in a beautiful traditional Bavarian style room. We would stay here again if we returned to Basel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location handy to train and tram but it was the helpful staff that made this an amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The initial room allocated was unsuitable as it had a sloping wall because of the roof line but the second room we were allocated was good and there was no danger of hitting my head on a sloping wall. The hotel is very close to the Basel railway station and the area around the station is safe. A pleasing feature of the stay is you get given a free Basil card which gives you free transportation on trams and busses in Basel as well as half price admission to museums
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J, Canton

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and very helpful. The room was very nice and the breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Firdos

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, 1 min walk to Basel train station and very nice rooms, with excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was exceptional. All the staff were great and extremely helpful. We would recommend this hotel to anybody considering a stay in Basel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WOW! Did not expect it but the reviews were accurate, this is a great hotel at a great price! We arrived in Basel a few days before our River Cruise. Had regular double room. The frig was stocked w/lemonade, apple juice beer and water, ALL COMPLIMENTARY! It was 92 degrees and the room was so nice and cool! Bed VERY comfy, and you get a scan code at checkin for half off on all museums and free trams (buses) which is super convenient considering the main station is steps from the hotel! Great city, old town is great, River has many nice restaurants. When we checked out and sat for a bit to kill time, we received cappuccinos and bottled water. Btw- PREPAY for BREAKFAST! It is SO worth it! Selection and service so good…(fresh squeezed juice, cheeses, eggs,….
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yumie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location Friendly staff, clean, wonderful breakfast buffet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Convenient to shops/restaurants. Easy checkin process
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building is very nice, the room was spacious with two chairs and a desk. The TV has a lot of channels in English French Italian and German. The bed and linens were very nice and everything was very clean. The location is very convenient because it’s 50 yards across the street from the train station. There are trams going to all parts of the city and you can get to the historical district in five minutes. There’s also a bus to the airport that comes every eight minutes. All these transport options are free with a card provided by the hotel. In comparison, a taxi costs 50 CHF every 15 minutes. The only caveat is that the train station is not the nicest area in town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this hotel primarily due its proximity to the Railway station and Trams, as well as its positive reviews, which were not wrong. Excellent breakfast was included, the staff friendly and helpful, and lots of little extras(like bathrobes and slippers, even a complementary mini-bar) were in the room. Excellent value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic building. Staff was excellent. Breakfast room is amazing with stained glass windows. Easy access to city transportation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024