Motel One Basel

3-star design hotel in Basel's Old Town with unique artistic installations and complimentary BaselCard benefits

Bar & Communal Spaces

The hotel offers a 24-hour bar with a large selection of gins and artisan beverages, served in a creative communal area designed for social interaction. Guests can enjoy these drinks in the spacious lobby, which doubles as a lounge with artistic installations by local artists. The bar also serves special diet menus and wine or champagne upon request.

Guest Rooms

Each of the air-conditioned rooms is fitted with a flat-screen TV and offers strong soundproofing for a quiet stay. Compact bathrooms are equipped with rain showers, and premium bedding is provided for comfort. Rooms are designed with fully modern interiors and include safety deposit boxes for valuables.

Location & City Perks

Motel One Basel sits next to Barfusserplatz, 100 meters from the Architectural Museum and 200 meters from Basel Minster. Guests receive a complimentary BaselCard upon check-in, offering free tram travel and 50% discount at major museums. The 24-hour front desk also provides public transport tickets and luggage storage for late departures.

Dining & Breakfast

The hotel serves a daily breakfast buffet (CHF 20) with cold cuts, cheeses, breads, and hard-boiled eggs, plus special diet menus available on request. Breakfast is held in the lobby area, which transitions to a bar and lounge throughout the day. The bar's large selection of gins and artisan beverages is a standout feature for evening relaxation.

Sustainability & Design

Motel One Basel operates with environmentally sustainable practices, including recycling and energy-efficient systems. The lobby features creative communal areas with artistic installations by local artists, reflecting the hotel's art and design theme. These spaces are designed for social interaction, with a coffee house on site and a terrace for outdoor seating.

• Location: 100 meters from the Architectural Museum, 200 meters from Basel Minster and Town Hall
• Rooms: Air-conditioned with rain showers and free premium bedding
• Dining: On-site bar with a large selection of gins and artisan beverages
• Sustainability: Eco-friendly operations with environmentally sustainable practices
• Extras: Complimentary BaselCard for free public transport and museum discounts