Basel Backpack

Dornacherstrasse 192, 4053 Basel, Switzerland

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Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type:
Hostel
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About Basel Backpack

The Basel Backpack is housed in a renovated historic factory, only 10 minutes from Basel’s main train station. The Basel Mobility Ticket (free public transport) is included in the rates.

Wi-Fi is available free of charge.

The Basel Backpack offers pleasant accommodation in an urban loft style in the Gundeldinger Feld neighbourhood. Shared showers and toilets are located next to the rooms.

The wheelchair-accessible Basel Backpack also features a kiosk and a washing machine with a dryer. The Bar-Café PriMateria serves snacks and refreshments from breakfast to a late cocktail.

There is also a kitchen, where you can cook yourself, and vending machines for drinks and snacks.

The next tram stop is just 100 metres away from the Basel Backpack.

Top Amenities

  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Lounge
  • Smoke-free property
  • Patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dining establishment

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Rooms: 55

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Rooms & Availability

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

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Room Amenities

  • Garbage bins,
  • Indoor heating,
  • Garment hanging rack,
  • Clothing storage or cupboard,
  • Power outlet near the bed,
  • Electrical converter,
  • Electric fan,
  • Work desk,
  • Wooden or parquet flooring,
  • Sitting area,
  • Infant beds

Bathroom

  • Communal bathroom

Services & Extras

  • Electronic key card access,
  • Bath towels,
  • Bed linens

Layout

  • Window in room

Accessibility

  • Entire unit accessible for wheelchairs,
  • Elevator access,
  • Top levels reachable by lift

Hostel facilities

  • Individual reading light

Safety & security

  • Fire alarm

Simple and cosy room in urban loft style. Newly renovated in 2015, wheelchair-accessible, with shared bathroom facilities.

Size:
12 m2
Number of guests:
4
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Simple and cosy 8-bed dormitory in urban loft style. Newly renovated in 2015, lower beds wheelchair-accessible.

Size:
30 m2
Number of guests:
1
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This is a bed in a female dormitory room.

Size:
30 m2
Number of guests:
1
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Newly built in 2014, this room comes with a private bathroom, a seating area, a sound system and free WiFi.

Size:
18 m2
Number of guests:
4

Amenities

General

General

  • Animals permitted
  • Wireless internet access throughout the property
Activities

Activities

  • Trekking
  • Live musical performances
Services

Services

  • Online services
  • Wireless Internet
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
Food & Drink

Food & Drink

  • Dining area
  • Lounge
  • Child-friendly buffet options
  • Wine and champagne
  • On-site coffee shop
Transport

Transport

  • Public transit passes
Reception services

Reception services

  • Quick check-in/check-out
  • Travel information desk
  • Baggage holding area
  • Secure storage compartments
Common areas

Common areas

  • Garden area
  • Outdoor patio
  • Recreational room
  • Sundeck
  • Communal kitchen
  • Common living room with TV
  • Patio furniture
  • Designated picnic spot
  • Exterior fire pit
Entertainment and family services

Entertainment and family services

  • Tabletop games and brainteasers
  • Indoor recreation space
  • Outdoor play equipment for children
Cleaning services

Cleaning services

  • Washing service
Business facilities

Business facilities

  • Facsimile and photocopy services
Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

  • No smoking rooms
  • Amenities for guests with disabilities
  • Rooms for families
  • Elevator
  • Climate control
  • Smoke-free property
  • Assigned smoking zone
  • Accessible for wheelchairs
  • Restroom with support rails
  • Animal feeding dishes
  • Physical key entry
  • Electronic key card entry
Safety & security

Safety & security

  • Secure storage locker
  • Fire detection alarms
  • Emergency fire suppression devices

Internet

  • Complimentary WiFi!
  • The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Parking

  • Details about parking facilities are not available.

House Rules

Check-in

  • From Until hours

Check-out

  • From Until hours

Pets

  • Pets are not permitted.
Important information
Guests receive a BaselCard upon check in. This Guest Card includes complementary use of Public Transport within Basel City and surroundings (Zone 10, 11, 13, 14 & 15, including Euroairport), free WiFi, as well as discounts on admission to cultural and leisure activities. Please note that the public transfer (2nd class) from EuroAirport or Basel main train stations to the hotel on the day of your arrival is free of charge with your booking confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check in. Kindly note that at Basel Backpack, all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
Contact methods
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Penelope 05 - 2025
8/10
★★★★☆

Nice location near cafes and restaurants, not far from station. Rooms clean, spacious, modern. Bathrooms private and big. Staff friendly and helpful. Tram stop close for Basel city center. Free public transport pass included with stay.

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FAQ

Does Basel Backpack have a pool?

No, Basel Backpack does not have a pool.

Is access to the accommodation at Basel Backpack by key card?

Yes, access is by key card.

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