About this property
The Basel Backpack is housed in a renovated historic factory, only 10 minutes from Basel’s main train station. The Basel Mobility Ticket (free public transportation) is included in the rates. Wi-Fi is available free of charge. The Basel Backpack offers pleasant accommodations in an urban loft style in the Gundeldinger Feld neighborhood. Shared bathrooms with showers are located next to the rooms. The wheelchair-accessible Basel Backpack also features a kiosk and a washing machine with a dryer. The Bar-Café PriMateria serves snacks and refreshments from breakfast to a late cocktail. There is also a kitchen, where you can cook yourself, and vending machines for drinks and snacks. The next tram stop is just 110 yards away from the Basel Backpack.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Terrace
- Bar
- Crib available on request
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Alexandra
Netherlands“Nice hostel, we stayed as a family in one of the 5-person dorms. Very nice location for visiting Basel zoo, and excellent breakfast. the location is cool built in an old factory. The shared facilities were clean and guests friendly.”
Reouts
Israel“The rooms are spacious for a hostel, and clean. I am referring to the double private rooms, not shared-beds dorms. The shower and bathroom, although outside the rooms, were also spacious, and private!! There were 8 rooms or so, and 3 showers (with...”- Filip
Montenegro“Like probably most people, I came there mainly cause of the price and this was my first stay at a hostel. I didn't expect much yet when I arrived I got much more than (I thought) I paid for. Destination is great, right next to both a tram and...” - Karolina
Poland“Clean, nicely decorated and affordable. Really recommend!” - Oleksandr
United Kingdom“I recently stayed at Basel Backpack Hostel, and overall, it was a great experience. The hostel is well-located, with easy access to public transport and the city center. The staff was friendly and helpful, making check-in and check-out...” - Sen
Germany“Our room was spacious and in excellent condition. Light blocking curtains made it easy to sleep. Bathroom was very large and clean, showers were hot and comfortable. Queen sized bed was comfortably firm. Located in an incredible solar-punk...” - Ema
Croatia“everything is clean, easily accessible, the staff is really chill and friendly, the people in the kitchen are nice and interesting to talk to, bathrooms are good, BONUS - I didnt know that unlimited public transport tickets were included in the...” - Thi
Italy“Everything is clean (kitchen with full utilities, large bathrooms, big beds) Convenient to use public transportation Really nice staff Breakfast with many options (8CHF)” - Abrhaley Italy“The hostel is really great. It is in a nice neighborhood. It is well connected by trams and buses to the rest of the city. The rooms and the bathrooms are very clean. The staff are wonderful. The bed is king size and the key for the locker is...”
- Nicholas
Australia“Overall a great hostel. Stayed in 8 bed dorm which has plenty of space. Lockers are provided. Generous amount of spaces on ground floor for relaxation. Espresso coffee is available at the bar for extra charge - well worth the price. The staff are...”
Area info
Restaurants
- Bio Bistro
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests receive a BaselCard upon check in. This Guest Card includes complementary use of Public Transport within Basel City and surroundings (Zone 10, 11, 13, 14 & 15, including Euroairport), free WiFi, as well as discounts on admission to cultural and leisure activities. Please note that the public transfer (2nd class) from EuroAirport or Basel main train stations to the hotel on the day of your arrival is free of charge with your booking confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
