Novotel Basel City

Overview
Grosspeterstrasse 12, Basel, 4052 Switzerland
In Basel (Sankt Alban)
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
AI Insight

It’s a centrally located, contemporary business-and-leisure property steps from Basel University with free Wi‑Fi, an on-site restaurant and bar, and versatile meeting/conference spaces; plus strong eco credentials (renewable electricity, LED lighting, extensive recycling, biodegradable disposables, locally‑sourced food) and practical perks like electric car charging, bicycle rentals and pets allowed.

Highlights
Vegetarian breakfast available
Free WiFi
Wheelchair accessible parking
Fitness facilities
Select your room

Check-In 2:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2014

Floors: 5

Rooms: 145

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 145

Handicap Rooms: 5

Suites: 0

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Total Taxes: 3.80%

Total Misc Fees: $4.00 USD

Cancellation: to 42 days before arrival - 100% contracted rooms to 28 days before arrival - 50% contracted rooms to 14 days before arrival - 10% contracted rooms until then no free cancellation possible

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • All property's electricity comes from renewable sources
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
  • Biodegradable/compostable straws
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Check In: 2:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Children's toys
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 2066
  • Conference space size (meters) - 192
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Electric car charging station
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 88
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 35
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Express check-out
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education)
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Housekeeping on request
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Library
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • No accessible shuttle
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No single-use plastic soda bottles
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • No single-use plastic water bottles
  • Number of accessible parking spaces - 3
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 5
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Organic food
  • Pets allowed
  • Playground on site
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Recycling
  • Registration desk height (centimeters) - 77
  • Registration desk height (inches) - 30
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Showcase for local artists
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimeters) - 103
  • Stairwell handrail height (inches) - 41
  • Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
  • Television in common areas
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Novotel Basel City is part of Green Key program.

Continental breakfast buffet for CHF 31.00 per person. Served from 06:00-10:00 monday to friday and from 06:30-10:30 during the week-end.

Coverd Parking for CHF 26.00/ night. Parking spaces are subject to availability upon arrival. As this is a public underground parking lot, parking reservations are unfortunately not possible. Advise for Bus parking at the front desk.

Wi-Fi high speed internet for free everywhere in the hotel.

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

Essential workers only - NO

Cashless transactions are available

Business and leisure hotel with locations in major international cities, business districts and tourist destinations

Spacious guestrooms in a contemporary design with eco-friendly amenities

Free Wi-Fi services and plenty of outlets

4 breakfast options: early bird, city breakfast, buffet breakfast, room service and 3 lunch/dinner options: restaurant, bar, and in-room service

Uniquely designed meeting room spaces

Great accomodation offers for families including breakfast for 2 children under 16 per adult room, late Sunday check-out time (5pm), giveaways and play areas, as well as special kid's menus and baby equipment

Fitness and wellness areas

The Novotel highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Day 1

Breakfast Kaffeehaus - Cozy bakery cafe offering pastries, coffee and light breakfast plates. About 600 m - a 7 to 8 minute walk from the hotel.
Lunch Markthalle Basel - Indoor food hall with international stalls perfect for casual lunch and local produce. About 1.2 km - a 15 minute walk or 6 minutes by tram.
Dinner Restaurant Zum Isaak - Traditional Swiss cuisine with fondue and regional specialties. About 1.8 km - roughly a 22 minute walk or 8 minutes by tram from Novotel Basel City.
Activity Basel Old Town and Basel Minster - Stroll cobbled streets, visit the cathedral and enjoy Rhine views; historic highlights and viewpoints. About 1.7 km - around a 20 minute walk or 10 minutes by tram.

Day 2

Breakfast Les Garecons - Friendly cafe with breakfast plates and good espresso. About 550 m - 7 minutes walk from Novotel Basel City.
Lunch Restaurant St. Alban - Riverside dining near the Rhine with Mediterranean-influenced dishes. About 2.3 km - 9 minutes by tram or 28 minutes walk.
Dinner Volkshaus Basel - Modern bistro with seasonal menu and lively atmosphere. About 1.5 km - 18 minutes walk or 7 minutes by tram from the hotel.
Activity Tinguely Fountain and Kunsthalle area - See whimsical mechanical sculptures and enjoy contemporary art exhibitions. About 2.0 km - 10 minutes by tram or 25 minutes walk.

Day 3

Breakfast Confiserie Bachmann - Famous Swiss patisserie for croissants, chocolate and coffee. About 700 m - 9 minutes walk from Novotel Basel City.
Lunch Zum Goldenen Sternen - Hearty Swiss and Alsatian dishes in a historic tavern. About 1.9 km - 20 minutes walk or 9 minutes by tram.
Dinner Brasserie Les Trois Rois - Classic brasserie with elegant setting and river views. About 2.6 km - 12 minutes by tram or 32 minutes walk from the hotel.
Activity Basel Zoo or Rhine river cruise - Choose a family friendly zoo visit or take a relaxing cruise on the Rhine for city views. Zoo about 1.1 km - 14 minutes walk; river cruise departures around 1.8-2.5 km depending on pier chosen.

FAQs about Novotel Basel City

What time is check in?

Check in time is 2:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Novotel Basel City have?

There are 145 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Novotel Basel City?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Novotel Basel City?

Continental breakfast buffet for CHF 31.00 per person. Served from 06:00-10:00 monday to friday and from 06:30-10:30 during the week-end.

What parking is available at Novotel Basel City?

Coverd Parking for CHF 26.00/ night. Parking spaces are subject to availability upon arrival. As this is a public underground parking lot, parking reservations are unfortunately not possible. Advise for Bus parking at the front desk.

How much does internet cost?

Wi-Fi high speed internet for free everywhere in the hotel.

Is there a gym at Novotel Basel City?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is Novotel Basel City pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Pets are welcome for CHF 20/day/pet

Is there shuttle service at Novotel Basel City?

Only 20 minutes away from the hotel via public transport or taxi.

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