Best Hotels To Book For Basel Christmas Markets

A hotel stay can make or break a vacation. While friendly staff and early check-in can turn a trip from good to great, no AC or heating and dated furniture can turn a trip from dreamy to dreary too quickly. As host city to some of the best Christmas markets in Switzerland, it’s no wonder Basel is a popular tourist destination for the Christmas season! While there are plenty of vacation rentals and hotels to choose from, we know you want nothing but the best in this Christmas stop. After our own visit and scoping out the best areas and properties, we’ve curated a list of the top 10 places to stay for 1-3 nights while visiting the Christmas markets in Basel, Switzerland

A Note On Our Travel Style:

We settle for nothing less than:

• Mostly four and five star properties with the occasional boutique or highly rated three-star hotels
• Comfy bed(s)
• Strong AC & heating
• Good Wi-Fi
• Within walking distance from either a train stop or a few must-see places
• $150-$700 a night (depending on trip budget and vibe)

Whether you’re going for the views, the vibes, or the brand (get and use those miles and points)! Luckily, many of the properties offer a little bit of everything. Happy planning! (Take us with you!)

Hotel Victoria

BEST FOR: Classic elegance in a 4-star hotel with a spa and wellness center
LOCATION: Centrally located near the Basel Town Hall and two Christmas markets
Average price per night during Christmas season: $249

Hotel Spalentor

BEST FOR: A cozy 4-star hotel with a garden and easy access to public transportation
LOCATION: Set in the St. Alban neighborhood, close to Spalentor within walking distance of the markets
Average price per night during Christmas season: $196

Passage Hotel Basel

BEST FOR: A cozy 3-star hotel with modern amenities and a friendly, cozy atmosphere
LOCATION: Centrally located in the Grossbasel area, near downtown Basel
Average price per night during Christmas season: $180

Hotel D – Basel

BEST FOR: Stylish and contemporary 4-star hotel with a great fitness center
LOCATION: Set in the Vorstädte district, near the Swiss Architecture Museum and the central Christmas Market
Average price per night during Christmas season: $199

Hyperion Hotel Basel

BEST FOR: A modern 4-star hotel with plush rooms with great views and kind staff
LOCATION: Situated in the Klybeck neighborhood, near central train station yet still within walking distance of the Christmas markets
Average price per night during Christmas season: $280

Steinenschanze Stadthotel

BEST FOR: A 3-star hotel with a stylish interior and a cozy courtyard
LOCATION: Set in the Steinenvorstadt district, near the Theater Basel
Average price per night during Christmas season: $170

Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

BEST FOR: Luxury 5-star hotel with stunning views of the Rhine River
LOCATION: Situated in the Old Town, close to the Basel Minster and the Christmas Markets
Average price per night during Christmas season: $689

Pullman Basel Europe

BEST FOR: Upscale 4-star hotel with contemporary design and a fantastic fitness center
LOCATION: Located in the Dreispitz area, close to the Musical Theater Basel
Average price per night during Christmas season: $251

Essential by Dorint Basel City

BEST FOR: Comfortable 3-star hotel with a sauna and easy access to public transport
LOCATION: Set in the Novartis neighborhood, just between the Rhine river and the central train station
Average price per night during Christmas season: $175

Hotel Wettstein

BEST FOR: A cozy 3-star hotel with a garden terrace and bike rental
LOCATION:  Located in the Kleinbasel district, near the Rhine promenade
Average price per night during Christmas season: $230