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By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your trip funds for exploring during your trip. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums, and the river views create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget prices, a social setting, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Based on our customers’ reviews, these hostels in Basel have the best ratings: Silo Design & Boutique Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Basel Bad Station and Basel (ZBA-Basel Bad Train Station). Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an elevator. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Youth Hostel Basel - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Merian am Rhein - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Marktplatz Tram Stop. Property features include free WiFi and an elevator. You’ll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Basel Backpack - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You’ll find showers, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Hyve Hotel Basel - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, tour assistance, and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Basel, one of Expedia’s 6 hostels might be a great option.

The weather is important when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Basel is 39 inches.

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might enjoy some places near Basel. Get out into nature with places like Rhine, Sankt Johanns-Park, and Botanischer Garten der Universitat. Cultural attractions include Basel Art Museum, Pharmacy Museum Basel, and Basel Natural History Museum. Visit landmarks like White and Blue House, Martinskirche, and Ermitage.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Basel in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is EuroAirport Airport (BSL), located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from the city center. Another option is Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), situated 3.9 mi (6.3 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Marktplatz Tram Stop, University Tram Stop, and Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop. To check out more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Basel (ZDH-Basel SBB Train Station), Basel SBB Station, or Basel Station.