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About the Hotel

Petersgraben 23, Basel, Switzerland, 4051

Historic Central Location

Central City Hotel Rochat is in a listed historic building in Basel's old town, 500 meters from Basel City Hall and the University of Basel. The area has pedestrian-only streets, fountains, and landmarks like Basel Cathedral. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Barfüsserplatz and a 10-minute tram ride from Basel SBB Station.

Rooms with Character

Rooms range from 20 to 55 m^2, with options for singles, families, and groups. All include air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and safes. Duplex suites (55 m^2) overlook Basel's rooftops. Allergy-friendly rooms and down bedding are available.

Dining and Transport

The hotel has an onsite restaurant. Guests receive a BaselCard for free public transport, including trams and buses. Tram Line 11 stops at Universitätsspital, a 3-minute walk away, connecting to Basel SBB Station and the airport.

Nearby Attractions

The hotel is 1 km from Basel Cathedral, the Historical Museum, and the Rhine ferry. Zoo Basel and the Congress Center are 1.5 km away. The Marktplatz, with Läderach chocolatier, is a short walk.

Services and History

Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and soundproofed rooms are standard. The hotel, founded in 1899, was once a dining hall for university students. It offers two event rooms for up to 200 guests. Dogs are welcome.

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Single Room
2 persons
15 m² 
1 Single bed
Shower
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Double Room
2 persons
20 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Triple Room
2 persons
25 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
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Double Room Grand lit
2 persons
17 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Heating
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
Basel700 m
Airports
Kloten (ZRH) 89.0 km
Belp (BRN) 109.7 km
Train
Basel SBB 1.5 km
Badischer Bahnhof 2.0 km
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Garden furniture

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Petersgraben 23, Basel, Switzerland, 4051
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Petersgraben 23, Basel, Switzerland, 4051
Nearby
Bus Station
Gate of Spalen
360 m
Museum
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel
360 m
Bridge
Middle Bridge
540 m
Botanical Garden
University of Basel Botanical Garden
420 m
Public Building
Rathaus
400 m
Unterer Rheinweg 10
Helvetia on a journey
450 m
Museum
Museum of Cultures
500 m
Marktplatz
Altstadt-Spaziergange durch Basel
360 m
Museum
Schweizerisches Feuerwehrmuseum Basel-Stadt
310 m
Museum
Jewish Museum of Basel
380 m
Museum
Skulpturhalle Basel
420 m
Peterskirchplatz 8
Peterskirche
60 m
Event hall
Ausstellungsraum Klingental
480 m
Restaurants
Sapori Del Sud
390 m
Spalenvorstadt 34
Cafe Mock
300 m
Schneidergasse 12
McDonald's Marktplatz
380 m
Marktplatz 18
Piadina Stand
400 m
Marktplatz
Ferry Tales
400 m
Rheinsprung 4
Kaffee Mobil
400 m
Marktplatz
Ma Yom
420 m
Schuetzenmattstrasse 1
Fasnachtsstuube
480 m
Schuetzenmattstrasse 21
Kombuese
540 m
Gerbergasse 30 1. Floor // Ground Floor
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