The Hotel Spalentor is a modern five-floor property situated opposite Basel's botanical gardens and the nearest metro station, within 800 metres of the cathedral and town hall. The 40 guestrooms all have contemporary decor in fresh colours with crisp white linen and laminate flooring. Modern amenities include wireless Internet, satellite television, direct-dial phones, clock radios, coffee and tea making facilities, safes and desks. Complimentary DVD players can be checked out from the front desk. Bathrooms are complete with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can start the day with a buffet breakfast in a dining room with city views, and then explore the surrounding area on complimentary bicycles hired from the hotel or enjoy a workout in the fully equipped fitness room. The hotel bar offers a range of snacks including pasta, sandwiches and ice creams along with a wide selection of drinks in a relaxed, modern setting with garden area. Guests can enjoy billiards, darts and table football in the games room. The hotel has a conference room and those arriving by car will find parking facilities (surcharge). Further practical amenities include room service, laundry facilities and a multilingual concierge service. The Tinguely Museum and Art Museum can be found within 700 metres and the River Rhine and Zoo are within two kilometres. Basel EuroAirport France/Switzerland is 10 kilometres from the hotel with an approximate driving time of 15 minutes.