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About the Hotel

Rheingasse 8, Basel, Switzerland, 4058

Rooms & Views

East West Hotel Basel has 44 rooms, including 6 single rooms with city views, 6 single rooms with Rhine views, 14 double rooms with Rhine views, and 16 double rooms with city views. All rooms feature oak floors, box spring beds, soundproof walls, flat-screen HD TVs, and free WiFi. Some rooms include a seating area and workspace. Budget rooms are available in the center of the building.

Dining & Drinks

The hotel's restaurant serves burgers made with Swiss beef, including the 'Rhygass Special' (with Appenzeller cheese, bacon, and egg) and the 'EastWest Cheese Classic' (with Gruyère). The summer terrace overlooks the Rhine and is a local favorite. The bar offers cocktails and a mix of current hits and classic music. Seasonal specials include Swiss cheese fondue in winter and insect burgers in summer.

Location & Transport

The hotel is in Kleinbasel, steps from the Rhine and the Mittlere Rheinbrücke. Nearby landmarks include the Basel Zoo (1.4 km), Spalentor (0.8 km), and Messe Congress Center (0.3 km). Tram #8 stops at Rheingasse, a short walk from the hotel. Basel-Mulhouse Airport is 15 km away, with shuttle service available for CHF 40.

Guest Services

Guests receive a BaselCard, which includes free public transport, WiFi at 17 hotspots, and discounts at museums, the zoo, and theaters. Services include secured parking (CHF 30/day), daily maid service (additional charge), and concierge assistance. The hotel offers allergy-friendly rooms and non-smoking policies throughout.

Seasonal Offers

Summer packages include a Rhine swimming bag and a terrace cocktail. Winter deals feature mulled wine and Swiss fondue. The 'Fondue Evening by Candlelight' includes a mixed salad, cheese fondue, and dessert. Spring and autumn promotions highlight regional dishes like Flammkuchen and seasonal burgers.

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From cozy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Double Room River View

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

River view

Shower

Heating

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Single Room City View

Max:

1 person

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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Double Room City View

Max:

2 persons

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Basel1400 ft

Airports

Kloten (ZRH) 55.2 mi

Belp (BRN) 68.1 mi

Train

Basel SBB5000 ft

Badischer Bahnhof5000 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Rheingasse 8, Basel, Switzerland, 4058

Map view

Rheingasse 8, Basel, Switzerland, 4058

City landmarks

Zoo

Zoo Basel

1.4 mi

Museum

Basel Historical Museum

3400 ft

Church

Basler Munster

2400 ft

Museum

Fine Arts Museum Basel

3200 ft

Bus Station

Gate of Spalen

3200 ft

Museum

Jean Tinguely Museum

1.0 mi

Square

Muensterplatz

2400 ft

Museum

Basel Paper Mill Museum

4200 ft

Event hall

Congress Center Basel

2700 ft

Bridge

Middle Bridge

3800 ft

Museum

Swiss Architecture Museum

3700 ft

Event hall

Messe Basel

2800 ft

Botanical Garden

University of Basel Botanical Garden

3400 ft

St. Alban-Graben 5

Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection

5000 ft

Museum

Toy Worlds Museum Basel

3400 ft

Park

Tierpark Lange Erlen

1.7 mi

Old Town stroll

2800 ft

Fountain

Tinguely Brunnen

3700 ft

Museum

Caricature & Cartoon Museum Basel

1.0 mi

Nearby

Museum

Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel

700 ft

Museum

Museum Klingental

1000 ft

Public Building

Rathaus

1800 ft

Museum

Natural History Museum of Basel

1900 ft

Unterer Rheinweg 10

Helvetia on a journey

400 ft

Museum

Museum of Cultures

1300 ft

Event hall

Ausstellungsraum Klingental

700 ft

Clarapl. 6

Clarakirche Basel

900 ft

Pfalz

1400 ft

Marktplatz

Altstadt-Spaziergange durch Basel

1800 ft

Church

Martinskirche

900 ft

Restaurants

Manora

600 ft

Greifengasse 22

Dunkin' Donuts

500 ft

Greifengasse 17

Styx Bar

500 ft

Untere Rheingasse 9

Z Schiefen Eck

800 ft

Untere Rebgasse 3

Damas

1200 ft

Untere Rebgasse 16

Ferry Tales

1200 ft

Rheinsprung 4

Kusne Imbiss

1300 ft

Claragraben 76

Piadina Stand

1700 ft

Marktplatz

Kaffee Mobil

1900 ft

Marktplatz

Restaurant La Cocina

1900 ft

Sperrstrasse 3 Delivery 0800262462

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

82%

enjoyed their stay & would return

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.0

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

3.5/5 based on 146 reviews

#44 of 58 hotels in Basel based on Tripadvisor

Mike

United States, February 2024

8.2/10

Staying at the hostel provided a unique experience with beautiful views from our room, albeit underneath a shared room setup. The location was perfect for exploring the city, being connected to the center, train station, and congress center. However, parking was more challenging than expected.

Rooms

8.0

The room had beautiful views and was cozy despite being underneath a shared room setup.

Service

9.0

The manager was attentive, and the housekeeping service was top-notch. The location also had convenient access to shops and commercial services.

Location

9.0

Being by the riverside, the location was excellent, particularly for visiting Art Basel. The neighborhood was lovely and close to public transport.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered home-baked bread, although it could have been more diverse in options.