Riverside Hotel Merian - Opening 2026 (Basel, Switzerland)

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Riverside Hotel Merian - Opening 2026 - Basel

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Overview

Situated in the Old Town Kleinbasel district, approximately a 25-minute stroll from the Holzpark Klybeck, the 4-star smoke-free Riverside Hotel Merian Basel offers spacious rooms with spectacular views of the River Rhine. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Basel, including the Basler Münster, which is only 0.8 km away.

Location

This hotel is nestled in an old part of Basel and nearly 10 minutes on foot from Mammutbaum. The Riverside Hotel Merian Basel is just 100 metres from Rheingasse bus stop and within easy reach of the Klingental Exhibition Room. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Rosentalanlage, located merely 14 minutes' stroll away. The nearby entertainment attractions of Basel include the Congress Center Basel, which is 800 metres away.

The Riverside Hotel Merian lies a mere 1.4 km from Basel SBB train station, while the Kunsthalle Basel is situated about a 5-minute drive away.

Rooms

The accommodation features 61 rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a complimentary minibar. There is also a private bathroom. Offering a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are fitted with hairdryers and bath sheets. Guests can enjoy views of the city.

Eat & Drink

Drinks are available at the lounge bar. The nearby dining opportunities include East-West Hotel Restaurant, which is just a few steps from the Riverside Hotel Merian Basel.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Pets

Pets allowed on request at the price of .

Languages

English, German

Building

Number of floors:7

Number of rooms:61

Former name

merian am rhein

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Rooms and availability

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Small Queen Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Queen-size bed

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed2 Single beds

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Junior Suite

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Room view

City view
River view

Room features

Heating
In-room desk

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Bath/ Shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Free toiletries
Toilet

Bedroom

Bed linen

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Riverside Hotel Merian - Opening 2026

💵 Lowest room price	230 £
📏 Distance to centre	400 m
✈️ Distance to airport	89.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Kloten, ZRH

Location

Address

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Rheingasse 2, Basel, Switzerland, 4056

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Rheingasse 2, Basel, Switzerland, 4056

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Zoo

Zoo Basel

2.1 km

Museum

Basel Historical Museum

990 m

Church

Basler Munster

750 m

Museum

Fine Arts Museum Basel

1.0 km

Bus Station

Gate of Spalen

930 m

Square

Muensterplatz

680 m

Event hall

Congress Center Basel

790 m

Museum

Basel Paper Mill Museum

1.3 km

Museum

Jean Tinguely Museum

1.7 km

Bridge

Middle Bridge

1.1 km

Museum

Swiss Architecture Museum

1.1 km

Event hall

Messe Basel

800 m

Botanical Garden

University of Basel Botanical Garden

980 m

Landmark

Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection

1.5 km

Museum

Toy Worlds Museum Basel

980 m

Park

Tierpark Lange Erlen

2.7 km

Landmark

Old Town stroll

800 m

Fountain

Tinguely Brunnen

1.1 km

Museum

Caricature & Cartoon Museum Basel

1.7 km

Museum

Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel

150 m

Museum

Museum Klingental

240 m

Public Building

Rathaus

470 m

Museum

Natural History Museum of Basel

530 m

Unterer Rheinweg 10

Helvetia on a journey

70 m

Event hall

Ausstellungsraum Klingental

150 m

Museum

Museum of Cultures

390 m

Clarapl. 6

Clarakirche Basel

260 m

Pfalz

440 m

Marktplatz

Altstadt-Spaziergange durch Basel

490 m

Church

Martinskirche

280 m

Restaurant

Ufer7 Basel

100 m

Restaurant

East-West Hotel Restaurant

40 m

Restaurant

Apawi

40 m

Restaurant

Acero Eiscafe

90 m

Restaurant

Grenzwert Bar

70 m

Restaurant

Lily's

270 m

Restaurant

Roter Baren

160 m

Restaurant

Sapori del Sud 2

90 m

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FAQ about Riverside Hotel Merian - Opening 2026

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel?

Attractions that are worth your attention include Basel Paper Mill Museum, situated merely 1.3 km away as well as the Swiss sports stadium "Stadion St Jakobpark", located about 10 minutes by car from Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel.

What interesting sites can I visit not far from the Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel?

Guests of the Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel can visit Ausstellungsraum Klingental Art Gallery (within close proximity of the accommodation), or Basler Munster placed 10 minutes' walk away.

Is there a parking at Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel hotel?

Yes, Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel hotel features a car park on site.

What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-restaurant Ufer7 Basel offering Swiss cuisine.

What time is check-in and check-out at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.

How much does it cost to stay at the Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel hotel?

The price for a room in the Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel hotel starts at $142.

What payment methods are available in the 4-star Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel hotel?

At the 4-star Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel hotel, you can pay using Mastercard and Visa.

What room types are available at Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel?

Deluxe Double Room, Superior Room, and Family Room are among the room types available at Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at the hotel?

Each room at the hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with hairdryers and a shower.

Is the staff at Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel hotel multilingual?

Yes, the staff of Merian Basel - Self Check-In Hotel hotel speaks German and English.

Does the hotel offer facilities for business travellers?

The hotel conveniently features banquet and meeting facilities, and a desk as well as a meeting room on-site.