When visiting Basel, Youth Hostel Basel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other features include a snack bar/deli and a terrace.
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
66 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Parking
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Arcade/game room
Accessibility
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Optional extras
Hosted evening meal costs CHF 19.50
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CHF 50.0 per night
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs CHF 20
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The total price of stay includes a Youth Hostel Membership per day.
Children younger than age 7 may not stay in dormitories. Children age 2 and younger are included in private rooms when using existing bedding.
Does Youth Hostel Basel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Youth Hostel Basel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Youth Hostel Basel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day.
Is parking offered on site at Youth Hostel Basel?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Youth Hostel Basel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Youth Hostel Basel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Basel (7-min drive) and Casino Barriere De Blotzheim (13-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Youth Hostel Basel and nearby?
Youth Hostel Basel has an arcade and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Youth Hostel Basel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Youth Hostel Basel like?
Youth Hostel Basel is a short 8-minute walk from Basel Art Museum and 11 minutes' walk from Basler Muenster.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Jun 17, 2024
It was okay, some issue with internet, paid far too much for this type hotel room.
Verified traveler
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Really Nice!
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2024
Good value for money, very nice building
Marina
Marina, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2023
Michael John
Michael John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2023
Highly recommend. Great location, very clean
Location was great. Right near the river. 20min walk to train station.
Staff was really nice.
Hostel was very clean. The rooms were big enough and very clean as well. Breakfast was very good. Only annoying thing is that you have to pay for a towel.
But overall one of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2023
Bien
Bien, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Mar 24, 2023
MAISNAM
MAISNAM, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2022
Frances M
Frances M, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2022
Keehyun
Keehyun, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Apr 28, 2022
The building is quiet and unique.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2022
Clean property
Ibrahim
Ibrahim, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2019
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2019
Silvana
Silvana, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2019
A nice stay
A nice stay at a clean, quiet, affordable hostel in the city center. Close to the tourist attractions. A nice breakfast too.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2019
Modern hostel in quiet part of town
Stayed here for one night in September in a private en suite room. The hostel is modern, clean and comfortable. It's located in a quiet part of Basel 10-15 mins walk from both the old town and Kleinbasel. No complaints!
Simon
Simon, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2019
KAMOL
KAMOL, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 27, 2019
Simple one, but everything is fine. No fancy, no more cost, good for backpackers.
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2019
Good location, ease in travel in city.
Staff remembered my name and were very helpful.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2019
Add some more lighting but otherwise great!!
Awesome location!!! Friendly helpful staff! Bunk bed alittle hard to get down from for older people. Only complaint would be room needed alittle more lighting
Suzanne
Suzanne, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 8, 2019
Okay as far as youth hostels go
The accommodation was better than expected based on it being a youth hostel,
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2019
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2019
Absolutely perfect!! Awesome people, great location, excelente breakfast and very comfortable!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2018
Very clean, good free breakfast.
I stayed one night at the hostel and very much enjoyed it. The staff were welcoming and helpful, everything was clean and new. The location is good for a walk into the old town and quite easy to find. I paid for the hostel dinner which was really good, and a free breakfast is always a good thing! I would recommend this hostel.