Gaia Hotel

This was my first trip to visit Basel. I was unsure of where to stay and found GAIA Hotel through my travel credit card company. We reviewed the amenities of hotel and thought it was good choice. Good is NOT the word I would now use to describe my experience. It was GREAT!!! After a long travel day the friendly and hospitable staff welcomed us and made check in easy. Our room was ready and we were able to settle right in. We spent 8 days here as we were here for Art Basel week. The entire staff from front desk to the restaurant made us feel right at home. They always greeted us with smiles and friendly good morning or good evenings. The hotel was clean and all the amenities were perfect for our stay. I am still dreaming of the amazing coffee and delicious breakfast we had each day. Thank you for the fantastic experience and we look forward to coming back next year.

Excellent hotel with great staff. Patrick was very helpful with local advice on our arrival. Rooms were kept to a high standard, with a free minibar. Breakfast was lovely the fresh squeezed orange juice is a nice addition. If you are looking for a friendly hotel with character in Basel you won’t be disappointed.

Directly opposite the main train station which was great on arrival and we also used the station several times for its good supermarket and fast food outlets. Reception staff were really helpful and knowledgeable (particularly Michael and his local walking tips). A great bonus on arrival was a free bus/tram pass from the hotel during our stay. Bedroom was well appointed, clean and very well maintained. The style of the furnishings and carpet floor would probably not be our own personal choice but was in keeping with the overall hotel and of an excellent standard. Lovely spa / sauna which you book via reception and had warm/cold dipping pools and free water/ fruit teas. Breakfast was varied and plentiful and in an amazing wooden panelled room and staff again were really friendly and helpful. There is a Bus stop outside, albeit we walked to most places due to the good location (and we like walking!). We had a great stay and would certainly return again and recommend this Hotel.