The Basel Backpack is housed in a renovated historic factory, only 10 minutes from Basel’s main train station. The Basel Mobility Ticket (free public transport) is included in the rates. Wi-Fi is available free of charge. The Basel Backpack offers pleasant accommodation in an urban loft style in the Gundeldinger Feld neighbourhood. Shared showers and toilets are located next to the rooms. The wheelchair-accessible Basel Backpack also features a kiosk and a washing machine with a dryer. The Bar-Café PriMateria serves snacks and refreshments from breakfast to a late cocktail. There is also a kitchen, where you can cook yourself, and vending machines for drinks and snacks. The next tram stop is just 100 metres away from the Basel Backpack.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Willow
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything! Great staff, chilled atmosphere, everything so clean, nice area and easy to get to centre.
Tasmin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location - loved all the plants, quiet location, close to tram stop
Anika
Slovenia Slovenia
An oasis ☺️ great staff, clean rooms, great location. Feeling very welcomed. The
Ceekaybeats
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The friendly staff and gorgeous aesthetic situated in a trendy neighbourhood, close to drama and train and bus networks, comfortable beds good showers and facilities and a lovely breakfast.
Fergus
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I love the homely vibe of this hostel, it wasn't 'fancy' per se, but everything was super clean, tidy and had a nice feel to it. Lots of space. Friendly staff. Good vibes.
Diana
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Fantastic spacious room. Friendly staff. Great shower.
Alina
Poland Poland
Very friendly and helpful staff: allowed me to checkin ahead of time, looked after my bag after checkout and gave me a free local transport map. Fully equipped kitchen if you want to cook smth for yourself rather than pay crazy Swiss prices to eat...
Barry
Ireland Ireland
Everything was superb, especially the wonderful welcoming staff. I also loved the location in a beautiful peaceful 'hub' full of small businesses, community centres and artistic places etc. Watching swifts coming to their artificial nests as...
Gonca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
double bed opportunity in the room the plants!! location big locker
Arun
Switzerland Switzerland
The reception/check-in was smooth. Kind person and provided the information needed.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Bio Bistro

No additional info available

Facilities of Basel Backpack

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace
  • Bar

House rules

Basel Backpack takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
CHF 10 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 20 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests receive a BaselCard upon check in. This Guest Card includes complementary use of Public Transport within Basel City and surroundings (Zone 10, 11, 13, 14 & 15, including Euroairport), free WiFi, as well as discounts on admission to cultural and leisure activities. Please note that the public transfer (2nd class) from EuroAirport or Basel main train stations to the hotel on the day of your arrival is free of charge with your booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Legal information

This property is managed, licensed or represented by a business. This label has no relevance in terms of tax, including VAT and other 'indirect taxes', but is required under applicable consumer laws. You can find more information about the business here: .

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