Essential By Dorint Basel City
47.56761, 7.59931Overview
4-star hotel next to Messe Basel fairgrounds with free public transport pass
Rooms & Apartments
Essential by Dorint Basel City offers rooms and apartments with a kitchenette and sofa bed. The apartments provide additional space for longer stays. Each room is air-conditioned and soundproofed.
Dining
The air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant Côté Jardin serves Swiss and international cuisine. A cozy bar offers local drinks and specialties. The breakfast buffet receives high marks from guests for its diverse options.
Location & Transport
Essential by Dorint Basel City sits next to the Messe Basel fairgrounds, with bus 30 stopping across the street and tram 14 a 2-minute walk away. The hotel provides a free Basel Card for unlimited public transport within the city. Guests can park in the underground garage or use the on-site bicycle rental.
Business & Family
The hotel offers meeting and banquet facilities for business travelers attending events at Messe Basel. Family rooms and apartments with kitchenettes accommodate longer stays. An indoor play area and board games are available for children.
Services & Accessibility
Essential by Dorint Basel City provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and currency exchange. The property is wheelchair accessible, with emergency cords in bathrooms and lower sinks. Guests can use the fitness center and rent bicycles on site.
- Location: Next to Messe Basel fairgrounds, 2 min from tram 14
- Rooms: Apartments with kitchenettes and sofa beds
- Dining: Côté Jardin restaurant with Swiss and international cuisine
- Transport: Free Basel Card for public transport
- Parking: Underground garage and electric vehicle charging station
- Family: Indoor play area and board games
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 Single bed1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
On-site parking lot
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Paid shuttle service
Fitness center
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Hiking
- Cycling
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Stores/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room view
- Garden view
- City view
Room features
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- Cell phone charger
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Essential By Dorint Basel City
| 💵 Lowest room price | 251 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 200 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 55.1 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kloten, ZRH |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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