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About the Hotel

Elisabethenanlage 5, Basel, Switzerland, 4002

Rooms & Amenities

Hotel Metropol Basel offers 46 soundproof rooms in categories Economy, Style, Comfort, and First. All rooms include high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, workspaces, and coffee/tea stations. Mattresses from Swiss brand Robusta adapt to body shape for comfort. Bathrooms feature showers or bathtubs, makeup mirrors, and hairdryers. Rooms range from 15 to 23 sqm, with twin beds (100 cm each) or grand lit beds (160 cm).

Dining & Drinks

Guests can enjoy breakfast on the 8th floor with city views. For evening drinks, the Euler Bar at the attached 4-star Hotel Euler serves aperitif cocktails. Caspar's restaurant offers romantic dinners. Nearby, the Basel city market in front of the historic town hall provides fresh regional produce.

Leisure & Fitness

A newly renovated fitness room includes Peloton bikes, treadmills, and cross trainers. The Rehberger Path, a cross-border sculpture trail, starts nearby. Basel Zoo, known as 'Zolli,' features outdoor animal enclosures and a Vivarium. Rhine cruises offer views of the cathedral and Roche towers. Schützenmattpark has lawns, play areas, and a café pavilion.

Location & Transport

The hotel is in Vorstädte, steps from Basel SBB/SNCF train station and the Air Terminal shuttle to EuroAirport. Basel Minster, Kunstmuseum Basel, and the old town are a short walk away. The BaselCard provides free public transport within the city. Limited parking is available in the hotel garage or nearby Centralbahnparking.

Services & Policies

Check-in is via terminal or reception, with rooms available from 2 PM. Pets (small animals only) cost CHF 30 per night. Towels are cleaned only upon request to support sustainability. The hotel uses LED lighting, UV window film, and waste separation. Electric car charging is free. Staff assistance is limited, emphasizing guest responsibility.

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Comfort Double Room

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2 persons

195 sq. feet

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2 Single beds

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First Double Room

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2 persons

230 sq. feet

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Style Double Room

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2 persons

230 sq. feet

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Basel3300 ft

Airports

Kloten (ZRH) 54.4 mi

Belp (BRN) 67.2 mi

Train

Basel SBB700 ft

Badischer Bahnhof 1.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Elisabethenanlage 5, Basel, Switzerland, 4002

Map view

Elisabethenanlage 5, Basel, Switzerland, 4002

City landmarks

Zoo

Zoo Basel

3700 ft

Museum

Basel Historical Museum

2600 ft

Church

Basler Munster

3400 ft

Museum

Fine Arts Museum Basel

2700 ft

Bus Station

Gate of Spalen

4400 ft

Stadium

Stadion St Jakobpark

1.5 mi

Square

Muensterplatz

3400 ft

Museum

Basel Paper Mill Museum

4800 ft

Museum

Toy Worlds Museum Basel

2600 ft

Museum

Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel

5100 ft

Public Building

Rathaus

4100 ft

Bridge

Middle Bridge

1.1 mi

Museum

Jean Tinguely Museum

1.4 mi

Museum

Natural History Museum of Basel

3900 ft

Museum

Museum Klingental

1.1 mi

Botanical Garden

University of Basel Botanical Garden

1.0 mi

Fountain

Tinguely Brunnen

2200 ft

Landmark

Old Town stroll

3300 ft

Museum

Museum of Cultures

3600 ft

Church

St. Paul's Church

3100 ft

Museum

Caricature & Cartoon Museum Basel

3500 ft

Landmark

Pfalz

3800 ft

Event hall

Congress Center Basel

1.2 mi

Nearby

St. Alban-Graben 5

Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection

800 ft

Museum

Swiss Architecture Museum

800 ft

Centralbahnplatz

Strassburger Monument

300 ft

Steinenberg 7

Kunsthalle Basel

1800 ft

Steinentorweg 20

Markthalle

1000 ft

Church

Offene Kirche Elisabethen

1900 ft

Aeschenplatz

Hammering Man

1900 ft

Restaurants

Caspar's

200 ft

Centralbahnplatz 14

Malibu Nation Superfood

500 ft

Centralbahnplatz 6

Confiserie Bachmann

500 ft

Centralbahnplatz 7

Fluegelrad

600 ft

Elisabethenanlage 11

Zum Kuss

700 ft

Elisabethenstrasse 59

Hinz & Kunz Bar

1100 ft

Steinentorberg 20 Markthalle Basel

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Margaret

United States, October 2023

9.0/10

The hotel offers spacious, quiet, and very clean rooms with a good outlook, although the pricing is on the higher side. The service was extremely friendly and helpful, even surprising us with a special breakfast. The location is excellent, within walking distance of the main station and central attractions. The dining experience was varied and delicious, located on the 8th floor with stunning rooftop views. Overall, a great stay with some aspects to consider.

Rooms

8.0

My room was large, well-laid out with good storage, a safe, and a mini-bar, providing a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was very helpful and friendly, going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience throughout the hotel.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, very close to the SBB Basel Station and key attractions, offering easy access to explore the city.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was exceptional, with varied and delicious options, complemented by breathtaking rooftop restaurant views.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were modern and convenient, enhancing the overall stay experience.

Mary

United States, June 2023

9.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean, spacious, and had everything I needed. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, close to the train station and with easy access to the city. The dining experience was excellent, with a stunning view of Basel. Overall, great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

My room was spacious and well-equipped with a bath & shower, comfortable beds, mini-fridge, and plenty of storage space for my clothes. The electronic safe provided extra security. Waking up on the 8th floor to the sun rising over the hills was a beautiful start to my day.

Service

9.0

The service here was top-notch. The staff was always friendly and ready to help. They even provided me with tourism information and made my stay even more enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't be better! Across from a lovely park, walking distance to the train station, close to buses to the airport, and centrally located for easy access to everything in Basel.

Dining

9.0

Dining in the striking dining room with views over Basel was an incredible experience. The meals were excellent, and the city view from the top floor was breathtaking.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities at the hotel were fantastic. Everything was well-maintained and provided a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout my stay.

Great location

Limited breakfast options

Albert

United States, May 2023

8.8/10

The hotel had a magnificent view from the spacious, modern, clean, and well-kept rooms. It was a nice, clean, and quiet place, perfect for staying before our midnight flight back home.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, modern, clean, and well-kept, offering a nice and quiet environment with a magnificent view.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to accommodate us, even surprising us with a special breakfast on our second visit.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent, very close to the SBB Basel Station, providing easy access to the city on foot or by tram.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience included a standard Continental style breakfast, but nothing extraordinary.

Facilities

The hotel offered all the essential facilities needed for a comfortable stay.