Ibis Budget Basel City

"OMG, this hotel is adjacent to railway tracks and tram tracks. I had asked for a quiet room [aka away from that] and was given a room directly on the curvature of the tram tracks. I was consequently serenaded all night by screeching trams as they braked and rounded the corner, plus loud freight trains. According to my Oura ring I only had 14 minutes of deep sleep last night -- 14 minutes! Also, the sink in my room was plugged -- fills with water when the tap turns on. AVOID THIS HOTEL"

"The Ibis is 1 km away from SBB Bahnhof-Gare - Basel. We arrived quite late after train delays and, unsure of the public transport, ended up walking along the pedestrian / cycling path (often through buildings) to the hotel. You take the 10 or 11 tram if you don't want to walk. Your booking at Ibis Budget Basel City includes the BaselCard with free transport and discounts. They issue it when you arrive but you can use your booking receipt to claim it even before you check in. The hotel is not immediately in the Basel Old Town but the BaselCard made transport very easy! We went to the Swiss National Day celebrations at Bruderholz and that was just another local tram and an easy walk downhill to the hotel late at night. The hotel has a 24 hour desk which is what you want when arriving late and they weren't fussed at all about our delayed arrival. The reception staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful. We had booked only a few days beforehand so the only rooms available was a triple where there is a double bed and a bunk above it. This actually works well, even if you are a couple, as it doesn't take up extra floor room. The bed was comfortable. The small desk and small TV suited us and charging spots were conveniently located. The bathroom (and everything) was very clean with a separate toilet. I do like automatic lights in toilets. We didn't book breakfast for all days but did eat there once. It is on the ground floor and also has an outside area to dine in as well. There are some ground floor areas with seats and tables good enough to have a break or a business meeting. The wifi worked really well as did the elevators. There was a microwave, iron and ironing board tucked away on the ground floor. You could buy snacks or coffees or get free water from dispensing machines."

"1st time at this hotel for the 2026 Basel Tattoo. Well located off the highway, at the crossroads of roads and rails. Arrived 1 bit early but the room was already available. The latter was simple but clean, just what was needed for 1 night, and was located inside the building so no noise from cars or trains/trams. The breakfast was quite decent with a good selection. Public transportation is 2' away and takes you to the center in less than 10min. The staff at this hotel is very pleasant and helpful. They even extended our parking the next day, so that we could still enjoy the city. In short, as far as we are concerned, we were very satisfied with this stay and we will be back. Serge"