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 Sorell Hotel Merian

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Rheingasse 2, Old Town Kleinbasel, 4005 Basel, Switzerland – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 2344 reviews)

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8.2
Very Good
2,344 reviews

location on river. breakfast excellent. free city transportation with card provided. people floating downriver. all made this a happy place.

Kathryn United States of America

The location is fantastic. right beside the Rhine River, restaurants nearby, beautiful city. Dinner was delicious as was the breakfast

Michael United States of America

The view of the old bridge across the Rhine is incomparable! The staff was so very helpful in making recommendations. And the BEST Italian restaurant (Sonne) - is only steps from the hotel.

Diana United States of America

The location of this hotel right by the bridge is an exceptional spot. Close to walking around and public transportation. We absolutely LOVED the location 10 plus rating from us.

Bonnie United States of America

Excellent location and particularly good check-in services provided by ‘Gokmen’. An excellent member of staff

Nicholas United Kingdom

Very good and helpful staff. Good location. Good breakfast. Private parking lot.

Oleg Israel

The staff was outstanding! Beatrice when above and beyond to make sure our stay was exceptional. Ivy actually called us in Canada before we left to assure us about using the free trams and how to do so. The manager made a point of visiting our table while enjoying our free breakfast.

Gloria Canada

Great Location, excellent stuff, very good breakfast, Clean and comfortable rooms. Fantastic view.

Moshe Israel

very clean, roomy, central near cruise port. and breakfast are amazing including with the room

Thu United States of America

We chose the hotel for its central location and because of the view over the river Rhine, which our room had. The breakfast was very good. Shopping opportunities, tram stop and restaurants are just outside.

Juerg Switzerland
8.2
Very Good
2,344 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “location on river. breakfast excellent. free city transportation with card provided. people floating downriver. all made this a happy place.”
    Kathryn Kathryn United States of America United States of America
  • “The location is fantastic. right beside the Rhine River, restaurants nearby, beautiful city. Dinner was delicious as was the breakfast”
    Michael Michael United States of America United States of America
  • “The view of the old bridge across the Rhine is incomparable! The staff was so very helpful in making recommendations. And the BEST Italian restaurant (Sonne) - is only steps from the hotel.”
    Diana Diana United States of America United States of America
  • “The location of this hotel right by the bridge is an exceptional spot. Close to walking around and public transportation. We absolutely LOVED the location 10 plus rating from us.”
    Bonnie Bonnie United States of America United States of America
  • “Excellent location and particularly good check-in services provided by ‘Gokmen’. An excellent member of staff”
    Nicholas Nicholas United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Very good and helpful staff. Good location. Good breakfast. Private parking lot.”
    Oleg Oleg Israel Israel
  • “The staff was outstanding! Beatrice when above and beyond to make sure our stay was exceptional.”
    Gloria Gloria Canada Canada
  • “Great Location, excellent stuff, very good breakfast, Clean and comfortable rooms. Fantastic view.”
    Moshe Moshe Israel Israel
  • “very clean, roomy, central near cruise port. and breakfast are amazing including with the room”
    Thu Thu United States of America United States of America
  • “We chose the hotel for its central location and because of the view over the river Rhine, which our room had. The breakfast was very good.”
    Juerg Juerg Switzerland Switzerland

Categories:

  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.0
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.6
  • Value for money8.2
  • Location 9.6
  • Free WiFi8.9
High score for Basel

Stay in the heart of Basel – Excellent location – show map

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The Sorell Hotel Merian is located right on the river Rhine, in the heart of Basel, offering you charming rooms with a Nespresso coffee machine.

A number of of the rooms overlook the Rhine, providing you with marvelous views of one of Europe’s largest and most important rivers.

Cross the nearby bridge and venture into the city center where a number of museums and attractions are just a short walk away from the Sorell Hotel Merian.

The mobility ticket for free public transport in Basel is included in the rates. On the day of arrival, your booking confirmation guarantees free public transport from the train station or the airport to the hotel.

After a day in the city you can enjoy the tasty food served in the hotel’s restaurant, which is considered one of the best fish restaurants in the city. It features a terrace with superb views of the cathedral.

This is our guests' favorite part of Basel, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Sorell Hotel Merian has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 3, 2005
 Hotel chain/brand: Sorell Hotels

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Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Pet friendly
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Bar

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Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Basel, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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4 reasons to choose Sorell Hotel Merian

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  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

8.2
Very Good · 2,344 reviews
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  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.0
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.6
  • Value for money8.2
  • Location 9.6
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  • Free WiFi8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kathryn
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “location on river. breakfast excellent. free city transportation with card provided. people floating downriver. all made this a happy place.”
  • Michael
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The location is fantastic. right beside the Rhine River, restaurants nearby, beautiful city. Dinner was delicious as was the breakfast”
  • Diana
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The view of the old bridge across the Rhine is incomparable! The staff was so very helpful in making recommendations. And the BEST Italian restaurant (Sonne) - is only steps from the hotel.”
  • Bonnie
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The location of this hotel right by the bridge is an exceptional spot. Close to walking around and public transportation. We absolutely LOVED the location 10 plus rating from us.”
  • Nicholas
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Excellent location and particularly good check-in services provided by ‘Gokmen’. An excellent member of staff”
  • Oleg
    IsraelIsrael
    “Very good and helpful staff. Good location. Good breakfast. Private parking lot.”
  • Gloria
    CanadaCanada
    “The staff was outstanding! Beatrice when above and beyond to make sure our stay was exceptional. Ivy actually called us in Canada before we left to assure us about using the free trams and how to do so. The manager made a point of visiting our...”
  • Moshe
    IsraelIsrael
    “Great Location, excellent stuff, very good breakfast, Clean and comfortable rooms. Fantastic view.”
  • Thu
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “very clean, roomy, central near cruise port. and breakfast are amazing including with the room”
  • Juerg
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “We chose the hotel for its central location and because of the view over the river Rhine, which our room had. The breakfast was very good. Shopping opportunities, tram stop and restaurants are just outside.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Is there a fitness room?
    Dear Guests, we offer a Fitness room just 4 minutes walk away. You will receive a voucher so you can use the City Sport Center without costs. Kind Regards, Petra Emmel
    Asked about: Deluxe Twin Room with River View • Answered on September 9, 2019
  • Could you tell me the height of your parking garage
    Dear Guest, Thank you for your question. The height of our garage is approximatly 2meters. Regards, Carole // Front Desk
    Answered on October 20, 2020
  • Hi, can I book this room for 2 adults and 2 kids aged 2 & 4? One kid sleeps with us in the same bed and the other one sleeps in baby cot / extra bed
    Hi Yes you can. Best Regards Front Office
    Asked about: Standard Double or Twin Room • Answered on August 7, 2022
  • Si you have parking?
    Dear Sir or Madam. Yes we do. Best Regards
    Answered on May 26, 2022
  • Is the apartment with balcony fit 3 people? They only say fit 2 adults on booking.com. But the room has two bedroom. Is it possible for 3 people?
    Dear Sir or Madam The apartment has two bedrooms , kitchen, bad and livingroom. Best Regards Front Office
    Answered on May 18, 2022

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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Located in the historic old town

Basel’s Grossbasel old quarter spans out from its town hall and cathedral. On its cobblestone streets, you'll find a market and the 13th-century Mittlere Brücke bridge, where you can enjoy views of the Rhein.

What's nearby
  • Blue and White House
    0.2 miles
  • Marktplatz Basel
    0.2 miles
  • Basel Cathedral
    0.3 miles
  • Pfalz Basel
    0.3 miles
  • University of Basel
    0.4 miles
  • Palazzo Colombino Basel
    0.4 miles
  • Basel Christmas Market
    0.4 miles
  • Kunstmuseum Basel
    0.4 miles
  • Jewish Museum of Basel
    0.5 miles
  • Architectural Museum
    0.5 miles
Top attractions
  • Tinguely Fountain
    0.5 miles
  • Spalentor
    0.5 miles
  • Badischer Bahnhof
    0.9 miles
  • Basel Zoological Garden
    0.9 miles
  • Basel SBB
    0.9 miles
  • St. Jakob-Park
    2 miles
  • Schaulager
    2.4 miles
  • Roman Town of Augusta Raurica
    6.4 miles
Natural Beauty
  • River Rhein
    0 miles
Closest Airports
  • Basel-Mulhouse Airport
    3.9 miles
  • EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg
    3.9 miles
  • Bern-Belp Airport
    45 miles
How to get to Sorell Hotel Merian from Basel-Mulhouse Airport
    Taxi
    Car
    Parking available
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Brasserie Spitz

    Food: French, Local

    Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, High tea, Cocktail hour

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Sorell Hotel Merian

Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Pet friendly
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs CHF 28 per day.
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking garage
  • Secure parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
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House rules Sorell Hotel Merian takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

12:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above are considered 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

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free
7 - 11 years
Extra bed by request
CHF 50 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed by request
CHF 70 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card EC-Card JCB American Express Sorell Hotel Merian accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Sorell Hotel Merian of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Sorell Hotel Merian

  • Room options at Sorell Hotel Merian include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite
    • Apartment
    • Family

  • The prices at Sorell Hotel Merian may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Sorell Hotel Merian is 1,300 feet from the center of Basel.

  • Guests staying at Sorell Hotel Merian can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Sorell Hotel Merian by:

    • Taxi 20min
    • Airport shuttle (public) 40min

  • Sorell Hotel Merian offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Walking tours
    • Bike tours

  • Check-in at Sorell Hotel Merian is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Sorell Hotel Merian has 1 restaurant:

    • Brasserie Spitz