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Hotel Merian Am Rhein

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Hotel Merian Am Rhein

locationSwitzerland, Basel

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About Hotel Merian Am RheinAbout Hotel Merian Am Rhein

Location

This hotel lies on the sunny bank of the Rhine at the heart of the city of Basel. The hotel lies within a short distance of the bus station and train station. The airport is 8 km away.

Facility

The hotel was built in 1870. The hotel has 3 suites, 48 single rooms and 15 double rooms, which are located on 5 storeys and are reachable by lift. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, medical assistance, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 2 conference rooms.

Rooms

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, individually adjustable heating and a fan. Guests can enjoy the view of the city from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. Other amenities available include an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a plug adapter, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, 63 non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sport

A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including cycling/mountain biking, a gym, badminton, bowling, a spa, a beauty salon and hiking. A dance club and a casino are also options for entertainment.

Meals

Various dining options are available, including a café, a bar and a pub. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and a dinner à la carte offer plenty of delicious variety. Diet meals, gluten-free meals, vegetarian dishes and children's meals can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options and snacks are available.

Payment

The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.

Amenities at Hotel Merian Am Rhein Amenities at Hotel Merian Am Rhein

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      24-hour reception

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      Air conditioning

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      Bar(s)

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      Bicycle Hire

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      Café

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      Car Park

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      Casino

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      Cloakroom

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      Conference Room

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      Currency Exchange

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      Disability-friendly

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      Foyer

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      Games room

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      Garage

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      Hairdresser

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      Hotel Safe

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      Laundry Facilities

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      Laundry Service

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      Lifts

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      Medical Assistance

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      Newspaper kiosk

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      Nightclub

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      Pets

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      Pub(s)

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      Restaurant(s)

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      Restaurant(s) with high-chairs

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      Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area

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      Room Service

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      Shops

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      Small supermarket

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      Theatre

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      Wifi

  • Hygiene

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      Contactless check-in/-out

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      Contactless payment

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      Enhanced cleaning programme

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      Hand sanitiser

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      No high-touch furnishings

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      No high-touch furnishings in public areas

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      Packaged meals

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      Protective equipment for guests

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      Protective hygiene screens

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      Protective masks for guests

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      Social distancing regulations

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      Time interval between room bookings

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      Use of commercially available disinfectants

  • Meals

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      à la carte Dinner

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      Breakfast Buffet

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      Half Board

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      Special Diet

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      Special Offers

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      Badminton

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      Bowling

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      Cycling/Mountain Biking

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      Gym

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      Sun terrace

LocationLocation

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Around this property:

Train Station

5 m

Bus Station

5 m

City Centre

200 m

User Rating & ReviewsUser Rating & Reviews

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Excellent

40

Very Good

31

Average

18

Poor

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Terrible

17

Recent Reviews: 119

  • User:Anna M

    Trip type: Solo travel

    Not as good as hoped

    rating25 Mar 2026

    There was no fruit as promised and the coffee machine was not working. I was actually disappointed in the hotel. The location is great however and the rooms were clean and not bad.

  • User:natashahamilton92

    Trip type: Solo travel

    Poor

    rating14 Dec 2025

    Room was extremely outdated, shower covered in limescale, skirtings coming apart on the walls not to mention it was very hot. The tea & coffee is a decent touch but you’ve certainly paid the price for it as it’s expensive to stay. No staff what so ever, I unfortunately injured my foot badly on holiday & asked through the external buzzer if someone could help me with my case down the steps they said no that no one was available. States you get a BaselCard on arrival - I didn’t.No housekeeping - apparently you need to put a card on the door for it - I had no idea again as there is no staff to run you through anything on arrival. Upon me telling them this they responded the hotel is not newly renovated but well kept (limescale & departing skirtings does not seem well kept to me) and the room was superior room and enjoyed by guests (wouldn’t like to see the rest of them then) That they do not offer a luggage service (I didn’t not ask for this I had already struggled from my room on the 4 th floor all the way down to the lobby myself - I simply needed help out the front door as there are around 10 steps and I only had use of one foot!) Just told me to leave a review so here it is. Poor attitude, poor hotel - Hostel with hotel prices

  • User:Jake M

    Trip type: Friends getaway

    Wouldn’t cancel booking 3 hours after it was made

    rating06 Nov 2025

    I booked 2 rooms for 2 nights at this hotel last minute for myself and a friend. 3 hours later my airline cancelled my flight due to ATC restrictions. I called the hotel and told them we couldn’t make it due to there being no more flights to Basel that weekend but they told me the booking couldn’t be cancelled as it was made through Booking.com.Booking.com said they would need the Hotel to approve a refund and the hotel refused. Unfortunately the airline do not compensate for hotel bookings already made at the time of cancellation.Seems to me like the hotel sees opportunities like this to make money for nothing. If they can’t be trusted to possess a modicum of humanity, why would anyone want to stay there?

  • User:Navigator38999434709

    Trip type: Couples

    Great stay, we'll be back!

    rating03 Nov 2025

    Spent 3 nights in this hotel and could not have asked for better value for money.The room was warm, clean and had fantastic views, the bed was comfortable, free coffee &tea, and the croissants in the morning were the best we had in a long time (they're not half as fluffy here in Ireland!)We are hoping to return to basel again soon and will be sure to stay in the Merian again.

  • User:Carol104

    Trip type: Family

    Great location and modest prices. No complaints.

    rating26 May 2025

    Very reasonabe rates, rooms have a great view of the river. Great location. There is complimentay coffee, fruit, and wonderful croissants in the morning. You can take trams or walk nearly anywhere in Basel. Don't miss the Lackerli store in the building.

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