Grand Hotel Les Trois RoisvsSorell Hotel Merian
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois and Hotel Merian am Rhein are both rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois is the choice of most reviewers compared to Hotel Merian am Rhein. Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois is ranked #1 in Basel with approval from 10 reviews like Condé Nast Traveler, DK Eyewitness and Time Out.
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois Show All Reviews
Blumenrain 8, Basel 4001, Switzerland
From $638/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"The service is flawless, from the tuxedoed waiters to the housekeeping staff, who at turndown leave behind pitchers of water, chocolates, and—surprise!—kiwis."
Fodor's
"The hotel remains surprisingly intimate and understated in the best Swiss way." Full review
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Riverside rooms command higher rates, but you can be sure the Rolling Stones and opera star Montserrat Caballé splurged on them.
DK Eyewitness
"Classic example of the grand old city hotel, completely refurbished in 2006, in Basel’s Old Town, by the Rhine."
Star Service
"Not only enjoys a romantic central location overlooking the left bank of the Rhine and Mittlere Bridge, but it also enjoys a reputation as Basel's best traditional hotel, and rightfully so." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The service is flawless, from the tuxedoed waiters to the housekeeping staff, who at turndown leave behind pitchers of water, chocolates, and—surprise!—kiwis." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The classic, old-school gilding and decor were kept, but modern comforts—heated bathroom floors, electronic control panels, and other contemporary touches were added." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Historic luxury hotel overlooking the Rhine in a romantic Old Town setting." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A flamboyantly grand yet intimate grande dame with huge red-velvet-draped windows looking out to the Rhine." Full review
Time Out
"Elegantly perched on the bank of the Rhine, this magnificent 5 star hotel retains much of its original character without being stuffy." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Occupies a Belle Époque building on the banks of the Rhine. Its Napoleon Suite is awash in Rococo whimsy, with period velvet furniture, wedding-cake plaster ceilings, and scenic wallpaper"
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Sorell Hotel Merian
Rheingasse 2, Basel CH-4005, Switzerland
From $210/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"Find this delightfully placed four-star hotel on the riverfront with sterling views... A superbly central choice, if a trifle noisy on summer evenings."
DK Eyewitness
"In the heart of Basel along the Rhine, a 10-minute walk from the train station... Standard rooms are comfortably furnished; business class, junior suite and suites also available."
Star Service
"This is Everyman's Drei Konige, the least expensive option here for anyone seeking a view of the Rhine from an old-town location." Full review
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Guests can request handicapped-accessible accommodations before arrival.