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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 a restaurant, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers, and desks in all rooms. Merian Basel - Self Check-in - 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, hair dryers, and desks 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 desks 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, a shared/communal kitchen, and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels and bed sheets.

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 Sankt Johanns-Park, Rosentalanlage, and Rhine. Cultural attractions include Basel Art Museum, Jean Tinguely Museum, and Swiss Architecture Museum. Visit landmarks like White and Blue House, Ermitage, and Dorneck Castle.

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.