Title: Essential by Dorint Basel City Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Essential by Dorint Basel City Guests can savor breakfast with garden views at this Basel retreat, then fill their day with arcade games or quiet reading from the well-stocked library. ## Photo gallery for Essential by Dorint Basel City ![Bar (on property) - Essential by Dorint Basel City (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/2523a710.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Essential by Dorint Basel City (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/w1236h1575x0y0-e9ea4a01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Essential by Dorint Basel City (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/f177799e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity - Essential by Dorint Basel City (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/24c0560d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity - Essential by Dorint Basel City (Basel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/e45c12d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in Basel City Centre, Essential by Dorint Basel City offers a peaceful urban sanctuary. Guests can relax in the garden or enjoy international dishes at Cote Jardin with great views. Multilingual staff are ready to help guests make the most of their stay. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Gym £123 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar ### VIP AccessSee the benefits you'll enjoy with VIP Access > Get more when you're a member > > - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above > - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service > - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available > > [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=861112&PinnedHotelID=861112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=861112&PinnedHotelID=861112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=861112&PinnedHotelID=861112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=861112&PinnedHotelID=861112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=861112&PinnedHotelID=861112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=861112&PinnedHotelID=861112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=861112&PinnedHotelID=861112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=861112&PinnedHotelID=861112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Apartment ![Apartment | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/c2ce8f90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette Fridge Free minibar items - City view - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Essential Double Room ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/e6466604.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Essential Double Room 9.4 Exceptional 45 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2015 Blackout curtains - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/f9601f5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free minibar items Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - Garden view - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Essential Single Room ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/f9601f5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Essential Single Room 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free minibar items Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow-top bed - Garden view - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Essential Triple Room ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861200/861112/e6466604.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Essential Triple Room 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Premium bedding Separate bedroom - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Daily buffet breakfast (CHF 30 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19684/8c15ef1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hotel Schweizerhof Basel Sankt Alban - 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[Visit our Basel travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Basel.dx6050770) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C47.56758%2C7.59861&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=q9ssRRTWiEGwF5j3gcMziic6cDg=) Schoenaustrasse 10, Basel, BS, 4058 ### What's nearby - ![Rathaus, Basel Town Hall - Switzerland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067705/461601ba-b737-4506-81ae-cda98247fe4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Marktplatz 17 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Basel Art Museum which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067713/7691fd12-3fdb-4fc9-af2e-18a11d5ab451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basel Art Museum 3 min drive \- 1.1 miles - ![Basel featuring a river or creek and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067711/cd308d96-1910-465d-aad1-acd13fccb186.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basler Muenster 5 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Musical Theater Basel 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Congress Center Basel 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Basel Bad Station 10 min walk - Marktplatz Tram Stop 19 min walk - Basel (BSL-EuroAirport) 14 min drive ### Restaurants - Boo 6 min walk - Avant-Gouz 4 min walk - K.MU:N Thai Restaurant 4 min walk - Che Que Lomo 7 min walk - Zum goldenen Fass 5 min walk ## About this property ### Essential by Dorint Basel City Upscale hotel located in Basel City Centre Consider a stay at Essential by Dorint Basel City and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Cote Jardin, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and garden views. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and self-parking (surcharge) - An electric car charging station, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage, concierge services and a banquet hall - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 171 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Extra amenities include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses - Free toiletries and hairdryers - 26-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Heating, daily housekeeping and desks ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in GreenSign Hotel – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2800/2765/e629fd62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pullman Basel Europe Basel City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 824 reviews £161 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=2765&PinnedHotelID=2765&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Eastern European cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915097/e421a862.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HYPERION Hotel Basel Basel City Centre - 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Height restrictions apply for on-site parking - Covered parking on site (CHF 25 per day) - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: CHF 26 to 26 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Cote Jardin ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Gym - Library ### Family friendly - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 1,970 square feet of conference space - 4 meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Low-height counter and sink - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift ### More - 1 building - 5 floors - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Banquet hall - Built in 2002 - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillowtop mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 26-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Free local calls - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop-compatible safe - Phone - Soundproofed rooms - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### 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 ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total (up to 60 kg per pet) Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 3 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 40.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 26 to 26 per person - Covered self-parking fee: CHF 25 per day - Pet fee: CHF 25 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: CHF 40.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Parking height restrictions apply ### National rating Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars. ### Property is also known as Dorint der Messe Basel Dorint der Messe Hotel Basel Dorint der Messe Basel Hotel Dorint An der Messe Basel Essential By Dorint Basel City Essential by Dorint Basel City Hotel Essential by Dorint Basel City Basel Essential by Dorint Basel City Hotel Basel ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Essential by Dorint Basel City pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Essential by Dorint Basel City ? ### How much is parking at Essential by Dorint Basel City ? ### What time is check-in at Essential by Dorint Basel City ? ### What time is check-out at Essential by Dorint Basel City ? ### Where is Essential by Dorint Basel City located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Essential by Dorint Basel City Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 566 8 - Good 346 6 - Okay 59 4 - Poor 22 2 - Terrible 9 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### jenny 6 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Spacious rooms, friendly and helpful staff close to transport ##### jenny Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt 1 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Clean, inexpensive and great breakfast and restaurant ##### Matt Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Angharad 16 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was clean and tidy. Reception staff were helpful. Location was easy to take a public transport into the cultural centre or to the main Train Station. Breakfast had almost everything you could want, so many options. ##### Angharad Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Priya 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel in beautiful Basel. Great breakfast and service from all staff. ##### Priya Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 28 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean, basic, comfortable, spacious room. Came with free drinks. Hotel gave us a Basel pass which gives you free Public transportation and 50% off museums. Close to a rail that gets you straight into downtown in 10 minutes ##### David Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location Friendly helpful staff ##### Kenneth Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Great place for tourist ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Raymond 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Front desk staff very helpful at all times. Room cleaned promptly. No way to clean dished in kitchen. ##### Raymond Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana M 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location is unbeatable (it's right next to the bus terminal, train station, and the cable car to the Eiger and Jungfrau). The hotel has a lovely bar with a beautiful view of the mountains and the river. The breakfast is very complete. The views from the rooms are spectacular, and the service is excellent. I highly recommend it. ##### Diana M Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip 22 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great, friendly hotel! ##### Philip Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The hotel is very nice. The breakfast was very good with all kinds of options. The room was clean and well taken care of. It is a business hotel very close to the convention center, so it’s not the most luxurious. It worked out great for our needs. ##### Linda Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annabel 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly staff, clean, and easy to find and park. Great to have a transport card, an easy tram into city centre. Would recommend this hotel. ##### Annabel Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ina 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Helpful staff. Good location. Clean room ##### Ina Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely staff. Clean hotel. ##### Lynn Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Front Desk staff were extremely helpful and courteous. Our room was exceptionally clean and very functional. Sheets, mattress and pillows were crips and very comfortable. Loved the use of the parking garage and felt safe with our car parked there. Close shopping. ##### Deborah Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ichiro 4 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was organized in Switzerland way. That means high quality. I really had relaxing time. ![Excellent choice for breakfast.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/79f8e7f1-544e-473b-a2b4-b9694348dd83-1759612881188.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ichiro Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Antonia 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great service! ##### Antonia Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jessica 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was small, but clean. The room was also very noisy with the street noise. If you are a light sleeper upgrade to th4 courtyard rooms. I didn't know that until after i checked out. Staff was fine. The check in process was a bit long, but they offered us a free drink in the bar to make up for that ##### Jessica Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Giselle 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very clean, well situated and friendly. ##### Giselle Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth 21 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay. Very comfortable with pleasant efficient staff. There was a free 10SF voucher to use in the bar as well as a Basel card each which gave us free public transport and discounts to museums. Very happy with this hotel ##### Elizabeth Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Easy check in with helpful information about getting around. Room was good sized, clean and comfortable. A few blocks from tram and bus. ##### James Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 3 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location Front Desk staff was very helpful!!! ##### John Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff 29 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location, close to public transportation, comfortable bed, good shower. ##### Jeff Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wanda 18 Dec 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Front desk service very kind , helpful and professional . Breakfast excellent and location accessible to train ##### Wanda Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan 23 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel, lovely staff and very clean. Close to the theatre and great transport links. 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