Basel Backpack

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

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 transportation) is included in the rates. Wi-Fi is available free of charge. The Basel Backpack offers pleasant accommodations in an urban loft style in the Gundeldinger Feld neighborhood. Shared bathrooms with showers 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 110 yards away from the Basel Backpack.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

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

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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See what guests loved the most:

Maximilian
Germany Germany
“Friendly hostel owners, convenient location close to SBB station. Lots of recommendations and help with navigating the city.”
Giovanni
Switzerland Switzerland
“Very clean and comfortable! In a quiet neighbourhood close to the station and with good connection to the centre. Definitely will go back next time.”
Daniela
Slovakia Slovakia
“Friendly and helpful staff, clean room and shared spaces”
Jacqueline
United States United States
“Nice private rooms with clean and shared bathrooms. Only your floor shared the bathroom so you never had an issue waiting for bathroom or showers. Comes with a Basel transport card!”
Amaya
Poland Poland
“The beds were comfortable, the room was big. The room and bathroom were clean. The water pressure in the shower and the temperature were great. We each got a clean towel. We used tram 16 from the city center. The staff was super nice.”
Leigh
United States United States
“Very convenient location near trams and buses; quiet neighborhood, cool complex. Appreciated the inexpensive breakfast, staff help, and washer. We booked a two-person private room with its own bathroom and it was perfect. Staff helped us dry...”
Kadirbyek
Romania Romania
“I liked that they provided a transportation card, and there was a kitchen for preparing food. Also, they let me do the check-in before the check-in time. I am glad I stayed here.”
Natasa
United States United States
“I stayed in the 8-bed women's dorm for one week. Economical price for Switzerland. Good location, 20 min walk from the train station and Bus 50 stop to/from the airport. Excellent online communication with the hostel, and excellent reception...”
Michael
United States United States
“Great location with cool restaurants and events going on around the hostel, public transport nearby, room was large and clean”
Alexandra
Netherlands Netherlands
“Nice hostel, we stayed as a family in one of the 5-person dorms. Very nice location for visiting Basel zoo, and excellent breakfast. the location is cool built in an old factory. The shared facilities were clean and guests friendly.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Bio Bistro

No additional info available

Amenities of Basel Backpack

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • 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 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib 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 cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

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

Must-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.

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