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 transport) is included in the rates.
Wi-Fi is available free of charge.
The Basel Backpack offers pleasant accommodation in an urban loft style in the Gundeldinger Feld neighbourhood. Shared showers and toilets 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 100 metres away from the Basel Backpack.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
“I was in double room with own toilet. Very nice staff, big, clean, bright room. There was everything what was required apart from kettle. Big bathroom. Nice table, chairs. As our room was free night before, we were allowed for early check-in.”
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Iva
Bulgaria
“Very nice staff. Free luggage storage and free card for the city public transport ( which is expensive there so big plus) . Good location close to the train station (recommend you if you have more time to check out Liechtenstein ) . The rooms are...”
Mohamed
Malaysia
“even though i stayed just for a night and as a solo traveller it was good for money i paid when compares to other places. and staff were super friendly”
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Petra
South Africa
“Lovely sunny room, elevator to 2nd floor
Big bath towels
Very clean bathrooms
Strong wifi
Staff exceptionally helpful.”
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Ahmed
France
“It's first time in basel and Switzerland. Basel backpacke it was my one of very good experience, lots of things was positive, the specially staff, very good explanation by staff, hotel is very nicely organised, very very clean, big thanks old...”
Hilary
Australia
“really nice hostel, cool vibe, spacious rooms, lockers with a key in the room and large double bed sized bunk beds as well as single size bunk beds depending on what beds are available”
Mnh
Germany
“The staff is wonderful, beds supercomfy, the neighbourhood is brilliant - cafes etc right next door in a super relaxed atmosphere.”
Eve
New Zealand
“Showers were amazing, hot and powerful, I’d come back just for those, bed was comfy and locker is large enough to fit whole suitcase in. Staff were lovely. Laundry facilities available”
Jb
United Kingdom
“Spacious, comfortable, quiet and the check in staff were friendly and helpful.”
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Lorna
United Kingdom
“The staff were brilliant and helped us make the most of a whirlwind visit to Basel. We liked the refurbished industrial buildings, the cool vibe, the plants and the local bar”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Bio Bistro
No additional info available
House rules
Basel Backpack takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot 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 cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
OtherCash
The fine print
Need-to-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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