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Royal Hotel - Urban Living

8.2
Very good (678 reviews) |
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Jul 14, 2025 - Jul 15, 2025
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Royal Hotel - Urban Living Basel

Overview

  • parking
  • free wifi
  • family rooms
  • non-smoking rooms
  • terrace
  • good breakfast

Intro

Located in the middle of Basel, the comfortable Royal Hotel - Urban Living Basel offers fast access to Museum for Contemporary Art, approximately 20 minutes' walk away. Featuring 15 rooms with views of the city, this 4-star smoke-free hotel is 2.1 km from Fine Arts Museum Basel.

Rooms

Some of the smoke-free rooms are appointed with a marble floor, and such self-catering options as a coffee machine. Bathroom facilities include a bath, a separate toilet, and a shower, as well as comforts such as hair dryers and bath sheets. Looking onto the city, the triple room features kitchenette with an electric kettle and refrigerators.

Relax

Offering cots and baby safety gates, the Royal provides guests with kids with a nice stay.

Location

The pet-friendly hotel offers a comfortable location a few moments from Gare du Nord Concert Hall. Nearly a 25-minute walk from the property you will reach Hammering Man Sculpture.

Eat

Les Garecons is within 5 minutes' walk of this Basel hotel and specialises in fusion cuisine.

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Rooms

Family Room
Room size: 25 m2
Max capacity: +
Comfort Double Room
Room size: 20 m2
Max capacity: +
Cosy Room
Room size: 20 m2
Max capacity:
Junior Suite with Balcony
Room size: 27 m2
Max capacity: +
Junior Suite with Terrace
Room size: 27 m2
Max capacity:
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Facitilies

Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Mobile phone charger
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • In-room sink

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Shoe shine service

Activities for Kids

  • Cots
  • Playpen

Reviews

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8.5 8.5 /10 (935 reviews)
8.2/10 Very good (678 reviews)
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  • Cleanliness 8.8
  • Comfort 8.8
  • Facilities 8.4
  • Free WiFi 8.5
  • Location 8.8
  • Total 8.2
  • Value for money 8
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John

9.6/10
We loved the hotel's cleanliness and spacious rooms. The location was convenient, with easy access to public transport and both train stations nearby. Breakfast was enjoyable, and the staff were friendly and helpful.
D

Daniel

9.4/10
The convenient location opposite the main train station made it easy to catch fast trains, including a direct service to Frankfurt Airport. The breakfast was satisfying, featuring a variety of options, and the staff were friendly and accommodating, ensuring we felt welcomed throughout our visit.
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Oscar

9.6/10
The location is perfect, with easy access to a tram stop right outside and a train station directly across the street, making transportation a breeze. The room was well-appointed, featuring modern amenities like a Nespresso machine, and the breakfast offered a nice variety of options to start the day.
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Elijah

9.6/10
We loved the hotel's cleanliness, spacious rooms, and convenient location near the Badischer Bahnhof, which made it easy to access transportation. The complimentary mini fridge with Coke and water was a nice touch, and we appreciated the free tram pass provided upon our arrival.
J

Joseph

9.6/10
The location was fantastic, as it was conveniently situated in front of the German train station and just a short tram ride from the main transport hub. We also loved the breakfast, which was delicious and offered a pleasant start to our day.
P

Penelope

9.4/10
I had a fantastic stay at the hotel, which is conveniently located near the railway station and has excellent transportation links. The rooms were spacious, clean, and offered great amenities like complimentary drinks and free Wi-Fi. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making me feel welcome throughout my visit. they provide a mobility pass for free tram access, which made getting around the city a breeze.
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Location

Schwarzwaldallee 179
Landmarks nearby
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Transportation
  • 1. Muensterplatz 1.74 km (1.08 mi.)
  • 2. Middle Bridge 1.53 km (5020 ft)
  • 3. Basler Munster 1.72 km (1.07 mi.)
  • 4. Basler Messeturm 450 m (1476 ft)
  • 5. Tierpark Lange Erlen 1.42 km (4659 ft)
  • 6. Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection 1.84 km (1.14 mi.)
  • 7. Congress Center Basel 820 m (2690 ft)
  • 8. Zoo Basel 2.98 km (1.85 mi.)
  • 9. Basel Paper Mill Museum 1.60 km (0.99 mi.)
  • 10. Fine Arts Museum Basel 1.78 km (1.11 mi.)
  • 1. Cote Jardin 790 m (2592 ft)
  • 2. Brasserie Monsieur Verseau 680 m (2231 ft)
  • 3. Angolo Italiano 650 m (2133 ft)
  • 4. Bar Rouge 590 m (1936 ft)
  • 5. Marche Basel-Weil 250 m (820 ft)
  • 6. Les Garecons 200 m (656 ft)
  • 7. Skylounche Ramada Plaza Basel 460 m (1509 ft)
  • 8. Restaurant Grill25 650 m (2133 ft)
  • 1. Badischer Bahnhof 100 m (328 ft)
  • 2. Wettsteinallee 560 m (1837 ft)
  • 3. Surinam 570 m (1870 ft)
  • 4. Erlenmatt 570 m (1870 ft)