GAIA HOTEL BASEL - THE SUSTAINABLE 4 STAR HOTEL, Basel – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Gaia Hotel Basel offers 86 air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs (over 400 international channels), and minibars stocked with organic drinks. Some rooms feature seating areas, skylights (Room 455 overlooks the BIS), or two-story layouts for families. Bathrooms include rainfall showers or bathtubs, heated towel rails, and eco-friendly toiletries (paraben- and SLS-free). The design uses brass accents, geometric shapes, and warm turmeric-cinnamon tones.
Dining & Breakfast
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served weekdays (6:30 AM-10 AM) with berries, chia seeds, organic yogurts, nuts, granola, Swiss Nusstorte (nut cake), and a juicer. The minibar includes Sirocco tea and organic beverages. Nearby, chain cafés and restaurants are within walking distance.
Wellness & Relaxation
The spa has a sauna, experience showers, a Kneipp trail, and relaxation beds. Towels are large and yellow; bathrobes and slippers are provided. The lobby features cherry-red leatherette chairs and a Kashmir rug.
Location & Transport
Directly opposite Basel Main Train Station, the hotel is a 10-minute walk to the historic city center, Rathaus (1.5 km), Basler Münster (1 km), and Zoo Basel (1 km). The BaselCard (provided at check-in) offers local transport discounts. Basel-Mulhouse Airport is 10 km away.
Services & Extras
A 24-hour reception provides currency exchange, luggage storage, and dry cleaning. The business center has a printer, fax, and internet access. Guests receive Swiss chocolate at check-in. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and a first-aid kit.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Handicap parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Barber shop
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Bowling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Shoe shine service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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