Hotel Alexander - Basel

$$$$||View on mapBasel, SwitzerlandRiehenring 83/85, Basel, Switzerland, 4058|
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Hotel Alexander - Basel
Riehenring 83/85, Basel, Switzerland, 4058·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location8.9
Staff8.6
Cleanliness8.5
Comfort8.5
Value for money8.1
Who stays here
Couples34%
Families29%
Solo22%
Groups15%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location8.9
Staff8.6
Cleanliness8.5
Comfort8.5
Value for money8.1
Who stays here
Couples34%
Families29%
Solo22%
Groups15%

Hotel Alexander Basel - Opposite Messe Basel with Free Public Transport Ticket

Location & Transport

Hotel Alexander Basel sits directly opposite the Messe Basel exhibition center, with a tram stop right outside the entrance. Guests receive a free BaselCard that provides unlimited local public transport for the entire stay, plus discounts at city museums and attractions. The SBB Train Station is a 7-minute tram ride away, and Basel-Mulhouse Airport can be reached in a 15-minute drive.

Rooms & Comfort

The hotel offers 65 rooms across categories including Modern Comfort, Classic Queen, and Family Suite with two floors and a balcony. Each room has a complimentary coffee machine with capsules, a digital TV, and a desk, plus a daily bottle of mineral water. The Family Suite provides a separate living space and a large bathroom with a jacuzzi tub.

Dining

The in-house Restaurant Alexander serves Swiss specialties and a variety of pizza, with delivery service available to the room. Breakfast is served from 07:00 to 10:00 and includes gluten-free options; the hotel also offers complimentary coffee and tea in the breakfast area from 06:30 to 21:00. Dinner guests can enjoy live music, such as an accordionist, while dining.

Business & Convenience

Hotel Alexander Basel provides express check-in and check-out, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk for business travelers attending events at Messe Basel. Private parking is available in the same building for CHF 25 per day, and the hotel offers a laundry service and dry cleaning. The booking confirmation itself functions as a public transport ticket from the airport or train station to the hotel on the day of arrival.

Family & Pets

The hotel has family rooms and a two-floor Family Suite that can accommodate up to four people, with a balcony overlooking a quiet courtyard. Pets are allowed, and the hotel provides a safety deposit box for valuables. Children benefit from the free BaselCard, which gives free tram access to the Zoological Garden and other family attractions.

  • Location: Opposite Messe Basel with tram stop outside
  • Transport: Free BaselCard for unlimited public transport
  • Rooms: 65 rooms including Family Suite with two floors
  • Dining: Restaurant Alexander with Swiss specialties and pizza
  • Parking: Private parking available for CHF 25 per day
  • Business: Express check-in/check-out and luggage storage
  • Value: Complimentary coffee and tea from 06:30 to 21:00
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of CHF 19.5 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Turkish
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:53
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Rooms and availability

King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services
Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift
Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Children

  • Cots

Room view

  • Courtyard view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Hotel Alexander

💵 Lowest room price 101 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.0 km
✈️ Distance to airport 89.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kloten, ZRH

Location

Riehenring 83/85, Basel, Switzerland, 4058
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Riehenring 83/85, Basel, Switzerland, 4058
  • City landmarks
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Event hall
Congress Center Basel
260 m
Event hall
Messe Basel
230 m
Clarapl. 6
Clarakirche Basel
540 m
Messeplatz 1 4058 Basel
Art Basel
200 m
Messeplatz 12 Auf dem Basler Messeplatz
Basler Messeturm
430 m
Square
Messeplatz
350 m
Restaurant
Ganapathy
480 m
Restaurant
Kusne Imbiss
530 m
Restaurant
Damas
540 m
Restaurant
Restaurant La Cocina
620 m
Restaurant
Z Schiefen Eck
660 m
Restaurant
Manora
710 m
Restaurant
Ubeck
180 m
Restaurant
McDonald's Greifengasse
900 m
Restaurant
Happy Wok
840 m

Reviews of Hotel Alexander

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FAQ about Hotel Alexander

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Hotel Alexander?
Jean Tinguely Museum, placed at a distance of 1.5 km from the Hotel Alexander, as well as Stadion St Jakobpark (approximately a 10-minute ride away) are worth visiting.
Which landmarks are closest to Hotel Alexander hotel?
Guests of Hotel Alexander hotel can visit Palazzo Colombino Basel (in close proximity to the accommodation), or Messeplatz placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the 3-star Hotel Alexander hotel?
Yes, at the 3-star Hotel Alexander hotel in-house parking is offered on site for CHF 25 per day.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the Hotel Alexander hotel?
Guests of the Hotel Alexander hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-pizzeria Ubeck offering Middle Eastern cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at Hotel Alexander?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Hotel Alexander.
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What are the booking prices at the 3-star Hotel Alexander?
The prices at the 3-star Hotel Alexander start from $116.
What payment methods are accepted in the 3-star Hotel Alexander hotel?
At the 3-star Hotel Alexander hotel, guests can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 3-star Hotel Alexander comprise?
The 3-star Hotel Alexander offers such room types as Family Suite, Classic Triple Room, and Junior Suite.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?
Specific suites at the hotel feature queen size beds and private bathrooms along with a bath.
Does the staff at the 3-star Hotel Alexander hotel speak any foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the 3-star Hotel Alexander hotel will help you in Turkish, German, and English.
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