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Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

4.0 star property
Travelers stay connected with what matters at this Basel City Centre property, where self check-in convenience meets the perfect location near the charming zoo

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Merian Basel - Self Check-in sits right in Basel City Centre, offering travelers a practical home base with express check-in and check-out services. The property provides in-room WiFi for staying connected, and places guests just a short walk from the delightful Basel Zoo.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is S$186
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Small Single Room

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Small Queen Room

  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

City Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

River Double Room with Balcony

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • River view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

River Double Room

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Family Two Bedroom

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

River Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located on the waterfront, Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 is in Basel City Centre neighbourhood and is connected to a railway/underground station. Basler Muenster and Offene Kirche Elisabethen are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Rosentalanlage and Stuecki Shopping Center Basel. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at St. Jakob-Park, or consider a night out at Musical Theater Basel. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Basel travel guide
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2 Rheingasse, Basel, BS, 4058

What's nearby

  • A red building with intricate designs and a tall tower.
    Basel Town Hall
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic European square with ornate buildings, a prominent tower, and cobblestone streets.
    Marktplatz
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river, and lush greenery along the riverbank.
    Basler Muenster
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Basel University
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Congress Center Basel
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Marktplatz Tram Stop
    5 min walk
  • Basel Bad Station
    19 min walk
  • Basel (BSL-EuroAirport)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zum alte Schluuch
    1 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Zum Schmale Wurf
    1 min walk
  • Döner Stop
    3 min walk
  • Manora Restaurant
    2 min walk

About this property

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026

  • Upscale hotel located in Basel City Centre
  • Take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026. In addition to conference space and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
    • Express check-in, multilingual staff and secured bike storage
    • A water dispenser, smoke-free property and meeting rooms
  • Room features
  • All 64 rooms feature comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
    • Bathrooms with soap
    • 80-cm flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (CHF 30 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 323 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 6 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 80-cm flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 25 per person
  • Self-parking fee: CHF 30 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

As of 1 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 on 16 Aug, 2026 start from S$186, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

Self-parking is available for CHF 30 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 located?

Located in Basel City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Martinskirche and Basel University. White and Blue House and Rhine are also within 10 minutes. Marktplatz Tram Stop is only a 5-minute walk and University Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026 Reviews

7.0

Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Samantha Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic location, staff really helpful. Rooms clean but basic. No air conditioning was a problem during the hot weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christian Croll

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aber leider keine air condition weil die es nicht dürfen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Alberto

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty. No air conditioning. Super loud construction on the hotel. Bad restaurant. Overall bad !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026