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Essential by Dorint Basel City

Schönaustraße 10, 4058 Basel, SwitzerlandView Map

Essential Double Room 2 guests Switzerland
★ 8.6/108.6 Very good 4178 reviews Booking.com
▦ 55 Room options For 2 people
✓ 8080 Facilities Hotel amenities
Internet services are available.
Restaurant
Breakfast in the room
Fitness centre
Family rooms
Pets are allowed.

About the property

Your stay at Essential by Dorint Basel City

Modern rooms and apartments with a kitchenette and sofa bed ensure a relaxing stay.

The Essential by Dorint Basel City enjoys a quiet location next to the Messe Basel fairgrounds, close to the airport, and within easy reach of the centre. Guests enjoy free WiFi in all areas as well as a free pass for public transport.

Delicious Swiss and international cuisine is served in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant, Côté Jardin.

Bus no. 30 stops right across the street from Essential by Dorint Basel City (Riehenring stop) and the tram stop of line 14 is just 2 minutes' walk away. You can park your car in the underground garage.

Rooms and amenities

There are 178 rooms and apartments at Essential by Dorint Basel City, measuring between 14 and 35 m². Each has 1 bedroom. Depending on the room, capacity ranges from 1 to 4 guests. The bed layout in the single room measuring 14 m² consists of 1 single bed.

Private bathroom facilities in all rooms and in all apartments include a shower and a hairdryer. For meals, the equipment provided in all rooms and in all apartments includes an electric kettle.

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Rooms

Room options

Compare available room options and choose the one that suits your stay.

Essential Double Room — 18 m²

  • 2 guests
  • 1 bedroom
  • 18 m²

Bedroom 1 - 1 king-size bed or 1 double bed

Highlights
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Workspace
  • View
  • Up to 2 guests
  • Area: 18 m²

Apartment — 35 m²

  • 4 guests
  • 1 bedroom
  • 35 m²

Bedroom 1 - 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed

Highlights
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Workspace
  • View
  • Up to 4 guests
  • Area: 35 m²

Superior Double Room — 18 m²

  • 2 guests
  • 1 bedroom
  • 18 m²

Bedroom 1 - 1 king-size bed or 1 double bed

Highlights
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Workspace
  • View
  • Up to 2 guests
  • Area: 18 m²

Essential Single Room — 14 m²

  • 1 guest
  • 1 bedroom
  • 14 m²

Bedroom 1 - 1 single bed

Highlights
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Workspace
  • View
  • Up to 1 guest
  • Area: 14 m²

Essential Triple Room — 18 m²

  • 3 guests
  • 1 bedroom
  • 18 m²

Bedroom 1 - 1 single bed and 1 king-size bed

Highlights
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Workspace
  • View
  • Up to 3 guests
  • Area: 18 m²

Stay information

Check-in

15:00–00:00

Check-out

Until 12:00

Minimum age for check-in

18 years

Pets

Pets are allowed. An additional charge may apply.

Parking

Parking is available on site. Private parking is available. Parking garage is available. Electric vehicle charging station is available. Accessible parking is available.

Children and extra beds

Children from 0 to 11 years old stay free of charge using extra bed. Children from 0 to 2 years old stay free of charge using cot. The minimum check-in age is 18. We welcome children of all ages.

Internet

Internet services are available. WiFi is available. Free WiFi is available. WiFi is available in all areas.

Damage deposit

The property may require a damage deposit of CHF 300. The deposit is collected by credit card. The deposit is collected on arrival. Reimbursement is expected within 14 days after check-out. Refund method: by credit card.

Important information

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Languages spoken by staff
German English Spanish French

Local area guide

What is near Essential by Dorint Basel City?

Find nearby sights, outdoor spaces and transport stops.

A few places nearby

  • The memorial “Anna Maria Böhringer” is situated 50 m away. The walk takes about 5 minutes.

  • The protected area “Buchswald bei Grenzach” is 5.4 km from the property.

  • At a distance of 600 m, you will find Basel German Railway Station.

Nearby sights and useful places

Attractions

  • Anna Maria Böhringer memorial
    50 m
    about 5 min on foot
  • Rappaz Museum museum
    940 m
    about 20 min on foot
  • Museum Kleines Klingental museum
    950 m
    about 20 min on foot
  • Tierpark Lange Erlen zoo
    1.0 km
    about 20 min on foot
  • Gartenbad Eglisee water park
    1.2 km
    about 25 min on foot
  • Naturhistorisches Museum Basel museum
    1.3 km
    about 25 min on foot
  • Museum der Kulturen museum
    1.3 km
    about 25 min on foot
  • Basel Münster cathedral
    1.4 km
    about 25 min on foot
  • Basel Historical Museum – Barfüsserkirche museum
    1.6 km
    about 30 min on foot
  • Basel Historical Museum – Haus zum Kirschgarten museum
    1.8 km
    about 35 min on foot

Nature

  • Erlenmattpark park
    440 m
    about 10 min on foot
  • Biotop Am Stausee protected area
    2.5 km
    about 45 min on foot
  • Entenweiher protected area
    2.8 km
  • Kiesgrube Käppelin protected area
    3.0 km
  • Hagnau protected area
    3.2 km
  • Eisweiher protected area
    3.9 km
  • Buchswald bei Grenzach protected area
    5.4 km
  • Ruschbachtal protected area
    6.4 km

Public transport

  • Basel German Railway Station railway station
    600 m
    about 15 min on foot
  • Basel SBB railway station
    2.3 km
    about 45 min on foot
  • Riehen Niederholz railway station
    2.6 km
  • Weil am Rhein Gartenstadt railway station
    2.7 km

Lifts and cable cars

  • East Wake Park 686 lift
    11.8 km
  • Luftseilbahn Reigoldswil-Wasserfallen lift
    21.9 km
  • Skilift Gresgen lift
    23.7 km
  • Skilift Kreuzweg lift
    29.3 km

Airports

  • EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg airport
    6.4 km
  • Zürich Airport airport
    72.5 km

Property amenities

Complete list of services and facilities available at the property.

Internet
  • Internet services are available. WiFi is available. Free WiFi is available. WiFi is available in all areas. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Food and drink
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Coffee house on site
  • Snack bar
  • Fruits
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Wine/champagne

Food & drink safety
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware are sanitised
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

Pool and wellness
  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness

Miscellaneous
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Allergy-free room
  • Designated smoking area
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Key card access
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Toilet with grab rails

Pets
  • Pets are allowed. An additional charge may apply.

Parking
  • Parking is available on site. Private parking is available. Parking garage is available. Electric vehicle charging station is available. Accessible parking is available.

Reception services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage

Common areas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Games room

Activities
  • Hiking
  • Cycling

Transport
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Public transport tickets

Safety features
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kit available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens and paper has been removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Indoor play area

Physical distancing
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Physical distancing rules followed

Safety & security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safety deposit box
  • Smoke alarms

Cleanliness & disinfecting
  • Cleaning products effective against coronavirus are used
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt out of accommodation cleaning during their stay
  • Property is cleaned by a professional cleaning company
  • Bed linen, towels and laundry are washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Fax/photocopying

Shops
  • Minimarket on site

Cleaning services
  • Trouser press
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry

Review

What guests are saying

Real feedback from guests who stayed here.

Guest highlight

Good location, in a quiet area, within walking distance of the center of Basel but faster could be reached by tram or bus. Close to the bus and tram stop. Also close to the train station. Our room was comfortable, in...

Rozalia 2020-03-01 · English 8.4
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Questions and answers - Essential by Dorint Basel City
What are the GPS coordinates of Essential by Dorint Basel City?

The GPS coordinates for Essential by Dorint Basel City are 47.56761, 7.59931.

How much does it cost to book a room at Essential by Dorint Basel City?

Room rates at Essential by Dorint Basel City start from 90,6 €.

Is there free internet at Essential by Dorint Basel City?

Yes. Essential by Dorint Basel City offers free internet to guests.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Essential by Dorint Basel City?

Check-in at Essential by Dorint Basel City starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

What room types can I book at Essential by Dorint Basel City?

Room options at Essential by Dorint Basel City include: Essential Double Room, Apartment, Superior Double Room, Essential Single Room, Essential Triple Room.

Can I bring a pet to Essential by Dorint Basel City?

Pets are allowed. An additional charge may apply.

How can I contact Essential by Dorint Basel City?

After you make a reservation at Essential by Dorint Basel City, host contact details are shared so you can contact the property directly.

What is the distance to Basel Münster?

The distance to Basel Münster is 1.4 km. Walking takes around 25 minutes.

Is there a park nearby?

Yes. Erlenmattpark is 440 m away. Plan for about 10 minutes on foot.

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