This place has a lot to recommend it - not least its fabulous location. For the money, I don't think you would find a better place to stay in the city. The Hostel recently completed a major extension and refurbishment and on the whole I think it's a success, except perhaps with the design of the double rooms. The minimalist... More

The St. Alban Valley was one of the first industry quarters, which got built within the medieval city wall. The dye houses for silk ribbons where the origin of Basel’s chemical industries. There is also a paper and print museum which goes back to the Basel council, which took place from 1445 until 1449. It was the start of the... More

Lovely youth hostel, pretty average but very clean and mostly modern with pool tables and ping pong and internet connection. The location is impeccable with a parc and serene little church right beside it, and the Rhin River only a 2 minute walk away. The nearest tram stop is right down the street through the park, and the Ashenplatz and... More

Wonderful hostel in a great location (close to the river, 15 minute walk from the train station, and 10 minutes to downtown) in probably the most underrated city in Switzerland. Basel is beautiful. The hostel is extremely clean, safe, and attracts an interesting crowd. The only downside is that the closest coin laundry is on the other side of the... More