In the heart of Basel City Centre, Hotel Rheinfelderhof offers a warm welcome with its on-site restaurant serving Regional cuisine and al fresco dining. Enjoy a coffee at the coffee shop or unwind in your room with free WiFi and newspapers; previous guests have praised the helpful staff.
Located near a train station, Hotel Rheinfelderhof is a great choice for a stay in Basel. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Marktplatz Tram Stop is 10 minutes and University Tram Stop is 13 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (CHF 25 per night)
Offsite parking nearby (CHF 25 per night; reservations required)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 18 for adults and CHF 15 for children
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from July 27 2026 to August 9 2026 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from July 27 to September 7:
Dining venue(s)
The property will be renovating from July 27 2026 to September 6 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Dining venue(s)
Hallway
Meeting facilities
Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Self parking costs CHF 25 per night
Parking is available nearby and costs CHF 25 per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Hotel Rheinfelderhof Basel
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Hotel Rheinfelderhof Hotel
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Hotel Rheinfelderhof Hotel Basel
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Rheinfelderhof currently open?
This property is closed from July 27 2026 to August 9 2026 (dates subject to change).
Does Hotel Rheinfelderhof offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Rheinfelderhof does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Rheinfelderhof?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 15 per pet, per night.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Rheinfelderhof?
Yes. Self parking costs CHF 25 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Rheinfelderhof?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Rheinfelderhof?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Basel (5-min drive) and Casino Barriere De Blotzheim (12-min drive) are both nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Rheinfelderhof?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers alfresco dining and Regional cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Rheinfelderhof like?
Hotel Rheinfelderhof is in Basel City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Congress Center Basel and 8 minutes' walk from Rhine.
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Reviews
Hotel Rheinfelderhof Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast options were plentiful and varied, with many guests praising the selection and quality. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
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8/10 Very good
Apr 22, 2026
Traditional hotel, bit rough round the edges but good breakfast. Parking facilities handy nearby.
JONATHAN
JONATHAN, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 18, 2025
Yes the location of the hotel was perfect
mahin
mahin, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 1, 2025
Nice weekend stay, good location, clean room
Magnus
Magnus, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 22, 2025
Really nice location, we would stay there again
Lotte
Lotte, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2025
The staff were so kind during our whole stay! The location is great, right next to a tram stop and supermarkets making it very convenient.
Liya
Liya, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2025
Clean, convenient walking distance to everything, complementary tram/bus pass, staff were nice. Continental breakfast was amazing, lots of choices.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2026
Lovely accomodatoon, but a bit out of town for those without transport
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2025
The girl working the desk was amazingly helpful. The hotel is in a great location!
Melodie
Melodie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2025
Great place. Easy to catch tram to Christmas market. Great shopping area. Very hospitable.
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
Nice hotel, good location.
Comfortable clean room and friendly staff.
Natasha
Natasha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 8, 2025
Good location
Rebecca
Rebecca, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Good location next to tram stop Nicely renovated old building Elevator!!! Food in the restaurant was good (very pricey but I think that's normal for Basel). Walkable neighborhood Good value for the money.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 15, 2025
Good location and good value for money. Room clean, on the small side. Staff friendly
Gary Stewart
Gary Stewart, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2025
Really friendly team from reception to restaurant to cleaners. Really good location, walkable and just seconds from a tram.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
Staff very helpful and attentive. Hotel is in a brilliant location for Christmas markets and transport links. Room was roomy and spotless, with towels changed everyday and bed made up. Good selection for breakfast every day
Joanne
Joanne, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Helpful staff, clean room, decent breakfast.
William
William, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 9, 2025
They fixed some dirty bed lines really quick. Staff is so nice and helpful. Great tradicional restaurant on premise
Adolfo
Adolfo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Great location, friendly staff, excellent rooms. Very tasty buffet breakfast.
Graham
Graham, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 14, 2026
The staff were the highlight of our stay. They were all friendly and accommodating! Close to the Coop and tram station.
The hotel has four floors. For everyone’s awareness, the elevator goes only up to the third floor.
Neil
Neil, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2024
Great stay
Excellant location, friendly staff, perfect stay
karen
karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2025
Welcoming reception, you can leave your luggage at the reception until the comfortable room is ready, very easy transportation from the airport, transportation stations close by.
Roxana
Roxana, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 29, 2023
Enjoyed our stay
Berton
Berton, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 29, 2025
Excellent service, friendly staff, good options for breakfast. Only downside, the safe was broken.