Find Historic Hotels in Basel

Those in search of a tour of the local history will want to plan a trip to Basel. And while you’re here, you can visit the array of shops and scenic riverfront. You can also relish a trip to the top-notch restaurants.

Based on our travel expertise, Krafft Basel is a top historic hotel bookable on Expedia and it features free WiFi. Basler Muenster is a short walk away. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your visit is Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois.

Basel has 283 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia, including 2 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

Basel is notable for landmarks like White and Blue House, Martinskirche, and Peterskirche. Cultural venues include Theater Basel, Basel Art Museum, and Caricature and Cartoon Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can sleep someplace that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Basel, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the popular amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Basel, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.