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East West Hotel Basel

Rheingasse 8
Rated 8.0 in 822 reviews

East West Hotel Basel, located in the vibrant city of Basel, Switzerland, offers a unique blend of contemporary style and traditional charm. Situated along the picturesque Rhine River, this hotel provides both convenience and a scenic setting for its guests. The boutique hotel is known for its intimate atmosphere and personalized service, providing a cozy refuge for travelers seeking a more personalized experience.

The design of East West Hotel Basel reflects a modern aesthetic with a nod to its cultural surroundings, featuring carefully curated interiors that highlight both comfort and style. Guests can enjoy well-appointed rooms that are equipped with modern amenities, designed to enhance relaxation and ease during their stay. The hotel also ensures seamless connectivity with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the premises.

Dining at the East West Hotel Basel offers a taste of local and international cuisine, with an emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients. The on-site restaurant provides a diverse menu that caters to a variety of palates, making it a delightful choice for both business and leisure travelers.

Located within walking distance of Basel's primary attractions, the East West Hotel Basel acts as an ideal base for exploring the city's rich cultural scene, including museums, galleries, and historic sites. Its central position also provides easy access to public transportation, making it simple for guests to explore further afield.

For those visiting Basel for business, the hotel offers essential business services and meeting facilities, ensuring a productive stay. With its charming ambiance and convenient location, East West Hotel Basel remains a favored choice for travelers seeking a boutique hotel experience in the heart of Basel.

Climate and Weather

January
 7°
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Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
February
 9°
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 19
Rain free days
March
 14°
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 6°
 4
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
April
 17°
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 10°
 6
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 19
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May
 21°
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 19
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June
 25°
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 8
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 19
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July
 28°
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 21
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August
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 21
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September
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 21
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October
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 21
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Basel and near East West Hotel Basel

Kunstmuseum Basel
Kunstmuseum Basel
Art museum in Basel, Switzerland
0.7km / 0.42mi
Kunstmuseum Basel
Kunstmuseum Basel
Art museum in Basel, Switzerland
0.7km / 0.43mi
Jewish Museum of Switzerland.
Jewish Museum of Switzerland.
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.8km / 0.47mi
Basel Münster
Basel Münster
Church
410m / 450yd
Basel Historical Museum – Barfüsserkirche
Basel Historical Museum – Barfüsserkirche
Historical museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.6km / 0.39mi
Natural History Museum of Basel
Natural History Museum of Basel
Museum in the city of Basel, Switzerland
290m / 320yd
Museum Tinguely
Museum Tinguely
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
1.5km / 0.95mi
Basel Zoo
Basel Zoo
Zoo in Basel, Switzerland
1.4km / 0.89mi
Museum of Cultures
Museum of Cultures
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
370m / 400yd
Church of Saint Leonard
Church of Saint Leonard
Church in Basel
0.6km / 0.4mi
Peterskirche
Peterskirche
460m / 0.29mi
Elisabethenkirche
Elisabethenkirche
Church
0.8km / 0.52mi
Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection
Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection
Archaeological museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.7km / 0.42mi
Museum Klingental
Museum Klingental
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
240m / 260yd
Church of St. Martin in Basel
Church of St. Martin in Basel
Church
250m / 270yd
Preacher's Church
Preacher's Church
Church building in the city of Basel, Switzerland
460m / 0.28mi
Marienkirche (Basel)
Marienkirche (Basel)
Church building in Basel, Switzerland
0.9km / 0.58mi
Gellertkirche
Gellertkirche
Church
2km / 1.2mi
Museum of Contemporary Art
Museum of Contemporary Art
Museum collection in Basel, Switzerland
1km / 0.6mi
St. Alban
St. Alban
Church in Basel, Switzerland
0.9km / 0.58mi
St. Paul's Church
St. Paul's Church
Church in Basle, Switzerland
1.4km / 0.85mi
Synagogue of Basel
Synagogue of Basel
Synagogue in the city of Basel
0.9km / 0.59mi
Theodorskirche
Theodorskirche
Reformed church in Basel, Switzerland
460m / 0.29mi
Cartoonmuseum Basel
Cartoonmuseum Basel
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.7km / 0.46mi
Catholic church St. Clara
Catholic church St. Clara
Church building in the city of Basel, Switzerland
210m / 230yd
Gate of Spalen
Gate of Spalen
Tower
0.8km / 0.5mi
St. Matthew church
St. Matthew church
Church building in the city of Basel, Switzerland
0.7km / 0.46mi
Johanneskirche (Basel)
Johanneskirche (Basel)
Church building in Basel, Switzerland
1.3km / 0.84mi
Antoniuskirche, Basel
Antoniuskirche, Basel
Church
1.4km / 0.89mi
St. Joseph's Church
St. Joseph's Church
Church building in the city of Basel, Switzerland
1km / 0.63mi
Swiss Architecture Museum
Swiss Architecture Museum
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.7km / 0.46mi
Dollhouse Museum
Dollhouse Museum
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.7km / 0.46mi
Basel Historical Museum – Musikmuseum
Basel Historical Museum – Musikmuseum
Music museum in Basel; part of the Basel Historical Museum (Switzerland)
0.7km / 0.42mi
St.-Markus-Kirche
Church in Basel
2km / 1.2mi
Gate of Saint Alban
Gate of Saint Alban
Tower
1.2km / 0.73mi
Sacré Coeur Basel
Sacré Coeur Basel
1.2km / 0.72mi
Gate of Saint John
Gate of Saint John
Tower
1km / 0.61mi
Apostolische Kapelle
Apostolische Kapelle
1.2km / 0.72mi
Skulpturhalle Basel
Skulpturhalle Basel
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.9km / 0.58mi
Pharmaziemuseum Universität Basel
Pharmaziemuseum Universität Basel
Museum in Switzerland
450m / 490yd
University of Basel Botanical Garden
University of Basel Botanical Garden
Botanical garden
0.7km / 0.43mi
Ausstellungsraum Klingental
Ausstellungsraum Klingental
Swiss art space
270m / 300yd
Strassburger Monument
Strassburger Monument
Monument in the city of Basel, Switzerland
1.3km / 0.78mi
St. Jacob's Monument
St. Jacob's Monument
Monument in the city of Basel, Switzerland
1.5km / 0.93mi
Petersplatz
Petersplatz
Square in Basel, Switzerland
0.6km / 0.34mi

What to do in Basel and near East West Hotel Basel

Kunstmuseum Basel
Kunstmuseum Basel
Art museum in Basel, Switzerland
0.7km / 0.42mi
Kunstmuseum Basel
Kunstmuseum Basel
Art museum in Basel, Switzerland
0.7km / 0.43mi
Jewish Museum of Switzerland.
Jewish Museum of Switzerland.
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.8km / 0.47mi
Basel Münster
Basel Münster
Church
410m / 450yd
Basel Historical Museum – Barfüsserkirche
Basel Historical Museum – Barfüsserkirche
Historical museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.6km / 0.39mi
Natural History Museum of Basel
Natural History Museum of Basel
Museum in the city of Basel, Switzerland
290m / 320yd
Museum Tinguely
Museum Tinguely
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
1.5km / 0.95mi
Basel Zoo
Basel Zoo
Zoo in Basel, Switzerland
1.4km / 0.89mi
Museum of Cultures
Museum of Cultures
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
370m / 400yd
Church of Saint Leonard
Church of Saint Leonard
Church in Basel
0.6km / 0.4mi
Peterskirche
Peterskirche
460m / 0.29mi
Elisabethenkirche
Elisabethenkirche
Church
0.8km / 0.52mi
Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection
Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection
Archaeological museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.7km / 0.42mi
Museum Klingental
Museum Klingental
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
240m / 260yd
Church of St. Martin in Basel
Church of St. Martin in Basel
Church
250m / 270yd
Preacher's Church
Preacher's Church
Church building in the city of Basel, Switzerland
460m / 0.28mi
Marienkirche (Basel)
Marienkirche (Basel)
Church building in Basel, Switzerland
0.9km / 0.58mi
Gellertkirche
Gellertkirche
Church
2km / 1.2mi
Museum of Contemporary Art
Museum of Contemporary Art
Museum collection in Basel, Switzerland
1km / 0.6mi
St. Alban
St. Alban
Church in Basel, Switzerland
0.9km / 0.58mi
St. Paul's Church
St. Paul's Church
Church in Basle, Switzerland
1.4km / 0.85mi
Synagogue of Basel
Synagogue of Basel
Synagogue in the city of Basel
0.9km / 0.59mi
Theodorskirche
Theodorskirche
Reformed church in Basel, Switzerland
460m / 0.29mi
Cartoonmuseum Basel
Cartoonmuseum Basel
Museum in Basel (Switzerland)
0.7km / 0.46mi
Catholic church St. Clara
Catholic church St. Clara
Church building in the city of Basel, Switzerland
210m / 230yd
Gate of Spalen
Gate of Spalen
Tower
0.8km / 0.5mi
St. Matthew church
St. Matthew church
Church building in the city of Basel, Switzerland
0.7km / 0.46mi
Johanneskirche (Basel)
Johanneskirche (Basel)
Church building in Basel, Switzerland
1.3km / 0.84mi
Antoniuskirche, Basel
Antoniuskirche, Basel
Church
1.4km / 0.89mi
St. Joseph's Church
St. Joseph's Church
Church building in the city of Basel, Switzerland
1km / 0.63mi

About Basel

Basel, Switzerland, offers a rich blend of culture, history, and natural beauty that can be enjoyed at a leisurely pace. One of the most prominent attractions is the Basel Minster, a stunning Gothic cathedral that provides a glimpse into the city's medieval past. Visitors can climb the tower for a panoramic view of Basel and the Rhine River.

The Kunstmuseum Basel is another highlight, housing an impressive collection of art from the Middle Ages to contemporary works. This museum is particularly known for its collection of modern art, including pieces by renowned artists such as Picasso and van Gogh. For those interested in contemporary creativity, the Vitra Design Museum, located just outside the city, showcases innovative design and architecture.

Strolling along the Rhine River is a pleasant way to experience the city. The riverbanks are lined with parks and walking paths, perfect for a leisurely afternoon. You might also encounter the Tinguely Fountain, a playful installation by Swiss artist Jean Tinguely located in front of the Basel Theatre. This fountain features whimsical mechanical sculptures that bring a sense of movement and joy to the area.

The Basel Historical Museum offers insights into the city's history through various artifacts and exhibitions, making it a valuable stop for history enthusiasts. Additionally, the Spalentor, one of the old city gates, provides a striking view of Basel's historical architecture and serves as a reminder of the city's fortified past.

For those who appreciate local cuisine, exploring the Marktplatz is essential. The market features fresh produce, baked goods, and local specialties, providing an authentic taste of Basel. You may also want to visit local eateries to try traditional Swiss dishes, including fondue and raclette.

Lastly, if you have time, consider visiting the Fondation Beyeler, an art museum set in a beautiful park that combines nature with impressive collections of modern classics. This peaceful setting allows for quiet reflection amid the art.

Basel offers a diverse range of activities and sights that reflect its unique character and cultural heritage, making it an enjoyable destination for various interests.




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