Spend wonderful days at the family-friendly GAIA Hotel in Basel!
Children are welcome here! And Basel has so much to offer families. The Basel Zolli is not the only place where there is plenty to discover for young and old. In the Basel paper mill, for example, you and your children can try your hand at making paper and immerse yourselves in the history of paper production. Or how about an afternoon in the fantastic world of Jean Tinguely?
For your family trip to Basel, we will be happy to reserve two Smart double rooms with connecting door or one large Gorgeous double room with two bathrooms. With the Baselcard you pay only half price for many tickets and use public transport free of charge. And what would a visit to the zoo be without a delicious ice cream? We invite you to try the famous Zolli Glacé. And if you need ideas about what else to do with children in Basel, we will be happy to tell you our secret tips!
Included in this offer:
- Two Smart double rooms with connecting door or one Gorgeous double room with two bathrooms
- Baselcard for free use of public transport and 50% discount on Zoo admission and many exciting museums
- CHF 50.00 voucher for the zoo per family and stay, redeemable in the restaurants or souvenir shops
- Organic and regional breakfast
- Access to our SPA area
- WIFI, telephone and minibar are included
We look forward to welcoming you!
Your GAIA Hotel Basel
Sustainable. Family-run. Fully organic.
This offer is valid for families with a maximum of two children under 13 years old. This room rate offers flexibility in your choice of accommodation. It includes taxes and service charges. The city tax is exclusive and amounts to CHF 4 per person per night. Bookings can be cancelled without charge until 2pm the day before arrival. Bookings cancelled after this time are subject to a cancellation fee of one night (100%).
Discover the culinary city of Basel!
Do you need a break from your home office? Restaurants, bars, and museums are finally open again. How about a short break in the tri-national city of Basel?
Here, the best of Switzerland, Germany and France come together, and not only in culinary terms. Discover the diverse culinary and cultural offerings in the border triangle and stay at the GAIA Hotel. With this special offer you will receive a CHF 80.00 voucher per person for a restaurant of your choice from the BeRest Group (Gasthof zum Goldenen Sternen, Noohn, Schützenhaus, Gifthüttli, Ramazotti). There is something for everyone, choose between gourmet temples, trendy restaurants or traditional “Beizen”. And in the morning, you enjoy our rich breakfast with organic products from the region.
Included in this offer:
- Restaurant voucher from the BeRest Group worth CHF 80.00 per person
- Organic and regional breakfast
- Access to our SPA area
- Baselcard for free use of public transport and 50% discount on theatre and museum admissions
- WIFI, telephone and minibar are included
We look forward to welcoming you!
Your GAIA Hotel Basel
Sustainable. Family run. Fully organic.
This room rate offers flexibility in your choice of accommodation. It includes taxes and service charges. The city tax is exclusive and amounts to CHF 4 per person per night. Bookings can be cancelled without charge until 2pm the day before arrival. Bookings cancelled after this time are subject to a cancellation fee of one night (100%).
Wellness holidays during your city trip!
Why choose between a city trip and a wellness holiday? At the GAIA Hotel in Basel both are possible!
Discover Basel, the pocket-sized metropolis, and stay at the GAIA Hotel. Whether shopping, world-class museums, star-rated gastronomy, or pulsating nightlife – Basel has something for everyone. In between, relax in our cozy SPA area. Treat yourself to a soothing massage or sweat in the Finnish sauna. As a healthy start to the day, enjoy our rich breakfast with organic products from the region.
Included in this offer:
- 25 minutes massage per person
- 1 fruit basket per room and stay
- Organic and regional breakfast
- Access to our SPA area
- Baselcard for free use of public transport and 50% discount on theatre and museum admissions
- WIFI, telephone and minibar are included
We look forward to welcoming you!
Your GAIA Hotel Basel
Sustainable. Family run. Fully organic.
This room rate offers flexibility in your choice of accommodation. It includes taxes and service charges. The city tax is exclusive and amounts to CHF 4 per person per night. Bookings can be cancelled without charge until 2pm the day before arrival. Bookings cancelled after this time are subject to a cancellation fee of one night (100%).
Surprise your sweetheart!
What is more romantic than spending the night in a 4* hotel room decorated with petals of roses? And that in a city that doesn’t have to fear the comparison with Paris. Many museums, beautiful promenades, top-class gastronomy and savoir vivre – that is Basel.
For your romantic time-out, we will decorate your room and put a bottle of apple sparkling wine in the fridge. Indulge yourself in our SPA area or enjoy romantic strolls through the city. Or visit the theatre or one of the many museums – with our Baselcard you pay only half price for tickets and use public transport for free.
Included in this offer:
Romantically decorated double room
- 1 bottle of apple sparkling wine per room and stay
- Organic and regional breakfast
- Access to our SPA area
- Baselcard for free use of public transport and 50% discount on theatre and museum admissions
- WIFI, telephone and minibar are included
We look forward to welcoming you!
Your GAIA Hotel Basel
Sustainable. Family run. Fully organic.
This room rate offers flexibility in your choice of accommodation. It includes taxes and service charges. The city tax is exclusive and amounts to CHF 4 per person per night. Bookings can be cancelled without charge until 2pm the day before arrival. Bookings cancelled after this time are subject to a cancellation fee of one night (100%).
Experience the beach feeling in Basel!
Missing the beach? Refreshingly wet, lots of sun, culture and Mediterranean lifestyle – that’s Basel in the summer.
Discover the city by letting yourself drift along the Rhine. With this offer you will receive a waterproof swimming bag from us. Stow your clothes and valuables in it, jump into the Rhine and let the picturesque Old Town, bridges and ferries pass by.
In this offer are included:
- 1 swimming bag per person
- Organic and regional breakfast
- Access to our SPA area
- Baselcard for free use of public transport and 50% discount on theatre and museum admissions
- WIFI, telephone and minibar are included
We look forward to welcoming you!
Your GAIA Hotel Basel
Sustainable. Family run. Fully organic.
This room rate offers flexibility in your choice of accommodation. It includes taxes and service charges. The city tax is exclusive and amounts to CHF 4 per person per night. Bookings can be cancelled without charge until 2pm the day before arrival. Bookings cancelled after this time are subject to a cancellation fee of one night (100%).
Luggage special!
Luggage special free of charge summer / autumn 2020.
You can reach us easily by public transport and protect the climate. And so you don’t have to haul your luggage around, we offer an attractive luggage service in cooperation with SBB: your bags and suitcases are picked up at your home and brought to your hotel room where you will find them waiting when you arrive. Of course, we will be just as happy to take care of the return transport too. The offer is available for free for bookings made by 31 October 2020.
Welcome to our HOTEL!
Come as a Guest,
leave as a Friend!
The Geyer family has been running what was formerly known as the Hotel St. Gotthard in Basel since 1929; from October 1st 2015 it has been called the GAIA HOTEL.
“GAIA” means “Mother Earth”, who personifies the entire ecosystem of our planet. The name represents our commitment to doing our bit for the wellbeing, happiness and hope of future generations.
You will therefore find that in the GAIA Hotel we provide exclusively regional organic and biodynamic products – in the minibar, as part of our conference services, and in the spa.
Sustained sustainability, the comfort of a four-star hotel, modern technology – plus the warm hospitality from our family business: that’s the GAIA Hotel in Basel in a nutshell!
about
GAIA
based on all 5* reviews
family-run
team members
family-owned
WHO WE ARE
Meet the Team
Selinda Geyer
Entertaining
Natalie Durrer-Geyer
Accurate
Stephanie Staubli
Likeable
Maja Maksan
Tidy
Philip Moser
Serene
Aramis vom Seehain
Comforting
Good to know
The GAIA in short
Fully organic and mostly regional products
Vegan-, vegetarian- and allergy-friendly choices
10-minute walk to the city center
15-minute bus ride to the Euroairport
Opposite the main train station
No smoking on hotel premises
Check-in at 3pm / Check-out at 12pm
Pets very welcome
Parking facility in vicinity
Sustainabilty
GAIA: Basel's zero-waste hotel
Sustainability in every area is fundamental for us. This year, the GAIA hotel is aiming to be a zero-waste hotel. We are working towards this with numerous initiatives:
Our stale bread goes to the elephants at the Basel Zoo – they love it!
Our used coffee grounds go to the Urban Agriculture Basel association, where they are used to cultivate quality mushrooms.
Our used guest soaps are recycled by the Sapocycle foundation and redistributed in vulnerable areas.
To clean your rooms we use exclusively environmentally-friendly, non-toxic cleaning products from Steinfels-Swiss.
Our organic waste is turned into humus at a nearby biogas plant.
testimonials
What People are Saying
We booked the hotel because it was so close to the train station, and found that convenience but one feature. The service is excellent. The location better than best; at the light rail hub with restaurants nearby. The hotel's dining is wonderful, and the staff very friendly and accommodating. Basel is beautiful, and the GAIA Hotel is a gem.
Perfect spot at the opposite of the railway station. Very kind and helpful personnel. Good service. Enjoyed an excellent breakfast. Nice that it is an eco hotel. Bar is not very cosy, but that's really the only thing.I will certainly come back.
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Really comfy bio-hotel. It's really close the the train station with connections to Germany and other Swiss cities.
Bedrooms are comfortable and minibar is included 🙂
Really good for business trips.
The reception is really helpful and nice.
The room was clean, friendly staff, excellent location. For the money, it was a very good value. Checked in early (flight from US normally arrives in the morning). Was flexible in checking out earlier than planned without any penalties. Great hotel for Basel.
The only place I would stay in Basel as the GAIA team makes me feel at home. The room is comfortable, the breakfast is excellent, and their overall business philosophy is amazing. I like that they focus on sustainability in everything that they do. They only serve locally sourced organic food. Give them a try and experience their hospitality.
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This is our second visit to this hotel. Right next to Basel train station and tram terminus. Ideal for exploring yet away from the bustle of the centre. Staff are super friendly and helpful. Rooms are nice and comfortable and breakfasts good with plenty of choice
Très bon choix pour visiter la ville. A 3 pas de la gare et des arrêts de tram, personnel très sympathique et accueillant. Excellent rapport prestation/prix. Bel hôtel de standing. Je recommande sans hésitation.
welcome to BASEL!
A wonderful place to
enjoy your stay
Basel: "Culture Unlimited"
The GAIA Hotel is located directly opposite the SBB train station in Basel, just ten minutes away from the historic old town – making it an ideal setting-off point, whether you are in Basel for a business meeting or enjoying a private weekend excursion to the city.
More than virtually any other city, Basel stands for cultural delights. With more than 40 museums – many of them world-famous – you can find art, culture and design to suit every interest. For example, discover
- the Kunstmuseum Basel
- the Beyeler Foundation
- the Museum Tinguely
- the Vitra Design Museum
- the Antikenmuseum Basel
- the Cartoonmuseum Basel
- and many more
Not to mention 20 theatre stages, numerous galleries, all kinds of musical and literary offerings, sights both modern and historical, fascinating excursions and shopping opportunities.
To round off the “Basel experience”, there are any number of internationally famous events: Basel Fasnacht and Morgestraich, the Baselworld watch and jewellery show, the ARTBasel art fair, the Basel autumn fair, the Basel Tattoo and many others.
Of course, Basel also has all kinds of delicious options when it comes to food & drink. We will be happy to recommend you our favourite restaurant for any taste, and tell you where you can find famous specialities such as Basler Läckerli biscuits, Magenmorsellen, Dybli, Burgermeistli etc.
Visiting Basel
BaselCard
As a guest of the GAIA hotel, you also benefit from the BaselCard that we give you at check-in. It includes free public transport, 50% discount on entry to the museums, zoo, theatres… and much more.
about
Basel
BaselCard free services
- Use of public transport
- WiFi at 17 hotspots
One-off discount of 50% for
- Museum entry
- Entry to the Basel zoo
- Entry to the Basel theatre (only applies to evening tickets)
- A 2h tour on the sightseeing bus
- Tour of the old town
- Scheduled boat trip with the Basler Passenger Shipping Company (Balser Personenschifffahrt)
- Guest Bike Basel for just CHF 20 a day
Sweet Dreams
Our Most Popular Rooms
Sleep as though you were in the lap of Mother Earth herself: Our 86 bright, generously-proportioned individual rooms, double rooms and one apartment are decorated in traditional style using warm, cozy colors and high-quality materials.
The SMART Double
Our Smart Double rooms are arranged with elegant furniture in classic shapes and quality materials. They are designed for comfort and convenience. These rooms are fitted with either a Queen size bed or Twin double bed and come with either a shower or bathtub.
Allergy friendly
18 sqm
Shower or bathtub
TV 32“ Flat panel
Direct telephony
WiFi
Working desk
Safe
Air Conditioning
Minibar & Water kettle
Bathrobe & Slippers
Cosmetic articles & hairdryer
The GORGEOUS King
Our Gorgeous Double rooms are spacious and refined. Some of these rooms have two stories or even two bathrooms. They are great for longer stays. These rooms can be fitted with a King size bed or a Twin double bed and come with a shower or bathtub.
Allergy friendly
36 sqm
Shower & Bathtub
TV 32“ Flat panel
Direct telephony
WiFi
Working desk
Safe
Cooling system
Minibar & Water kettle
Bathrobe & Slippers
Cosmetic articles & hairdryer
Sitting area
Nespresso coffee machine
The AWESOME Apartment
Our Awesome Apartment is truly exclusive. This luminous and open home-away-from-home offers a walk-in closet and kitchenette and is designed for luxury and wellbeing. The apartment is fitted with a King size bed and comes with a jacuzzi and a seperate shower.
Allergy friendly
65 sqm
Shower & bathtub
2 TV 32“ Flat panels
Direct telephony
WiFi
Working desk
Safe
Air Conditioning
Minibar & Water kettle
Bathrobe & Slippers
Cosmetic articles & hairdryer
Sitting area
Nespresso coffee machine
LIST OF SERVICES
Complimentary services for your stay
Extensive breakfast buffet
Minibar
24/7 Support
WiFi
Turn-down service
Bathrobe and Slippers
Room Service
Over 200 TV and Radio Channels
International Phone Calls
Happy conferencing
Our Meeting Rooms
The rooms BRIGHT & COZY can be combined for seminars, training sessions and business occasions, providing space for up to 40 guests.
Both are well equipped and offer the ideal venue for small meetings, private conversations, or an undisturbed workspace.
The in the Belle Époque style developed banqueting room GAIA reveals itself as a unique jewel for a Sunday brunch, workshops and events.
PRICING TABLE
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Alsacian Tarte Flambée per item CHF 15
diameter about 20cm
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Apéro package per person CHF 38
amuse bouches, small sandwiches, mini quiches, vegetable dip and nuts
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Chips & nuts per person CHF 4
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Coffe break per person CHF 15
includes coffee, tea, orange juice or apple juice, yogourt, power bar, croissants in the morning
and fruit basket, sweet pastry in the afternoon -
Conference phone flat rate CHF 25
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Cup of coffee or tea per item CHF 4.50
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Cup of coffee and croissant or sweet pastry per person CHF 6
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Cup of coffee and fruits per person CHF 8
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NiRo Barrique Pinot Noir per item CHF 55
0.75 L
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NiRo Rosé or Sauvignon Blanc per item CHF 50
0.75 L
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Orange Juice per item CHF 12
0.75 L
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Presentation toolbox flat rate CHF 20
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Pizza per item CHF 15
Margarita, Diavolo, Vegetariana
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Quiche per item CHF 20
cheese, spinach, saisonal, onion (700g - for about 8 people)
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Sandwiches per sandwich CHF 8
cheese, ham, turkey or salami, vegan option on request
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Soft drinks per item CHF 5
0.33 L
sunny-orange, orange-cola, grape-fruit, black-cola, fresh-lemon -
Sunday Brunch (for groups of 15 guests or more) per adult CHF 39
Children from 6 to 12 years - CHF 19.50 | Children up to 5 years - free of charge
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Unser Bier per item CHF 5
0.33 L
our
pricing
Brunch Offer
Indulge yourself in a high quality and vital organic breakfast. We are buying and offering organic products – full of nutrients, taste, and sustainable ingredients. This is our direct contribution for immediate well-being, happiness and the hopeful future of generations to come.
- Coffee, tea, hot or cold chocolate, 2 kinds of fruit juices, 1 glass of sparkling apple wine, various lactose-free milk beverages
- Bread buffet with various types of bread including oven-fresh “Zopf”, Croissant, gluten-free breads, various sorts of butter, yummy choices of bread spreads (also vegan), jams, honey
- Choice of cereals (also gluten-free), fresh fruit salad, various fruit, selection of yoghurts, quark, dried fruits, nuts
- Assorted cold cuts (in some cases without nitrate), selection of regional cheeses (from cow, sheep, and goat milk) smoked wild salmon
- Scrambled eggs, omelets, fried eggs, boiled eggs, bacon, assorted Cipollata-Sausages, small selection of vegetables, golden brown roasted potato slices
- Selection of pastries, pie, cake, ice-cream (in the summer)
Capacity & Set Up
Bright & Cozy
Class - 16 people
Block - 16 people
U-Shape - 16 people
Cocktail - 20 people
Theater- 20 people
Banquet - not recommended
The rental fee includes
Capacity & Set Up
BriCo
Class - 32 people
Block - 32 people
U-Shape - 32 people
Cocktail - 40 people
Theater- 40 people
Banquet - not recommended
The rental fee includes
Capacity & Set Up
GAIA
Class - 20 people
Block - 20 people
U-Shape - 20 people
Cocktail - 70 people
Theater- 45 people
Banquet - 55 people
with reception in the banqueting room itself, otherwise 68 People
The rental fee includes
GAIA close-up
GAIA with theater set-up
BriCo with class set up
BriCo with theater up
BriCo with block set up
BriCo with u-shape set up
Relax
Our Spa area
The desire for relaxation, the longing to find a balance between mind, body and spirit, between work and leisure, as well as the need to live in harmony with the natural rhythms are increasingly present within each of us. Wellness is a magic formula designed to nourish and satisfy these needs. Treat yourself to a moment of pleasure in our sauna, Kneipp basin, the relaxation area or to a massage of your choice.
Spa Opening Hours:
Mo-Fr 06:00 – 10:00 am & 05:00 – 09:00 pm | Sa-Su 09:00 am – 08:00 pm
Would you like to relax? Do you feel the need to simply switch off for a few minutes and not have to think about anything? We offer the following treatments in cooperation with the RehaCity Basel:
Treatment times:
Mo-Do 07:30 – 8:00 pm | Fr 07:30 am – 7:00 pm | Sa 09:00 am – 01:00 pm
Spots are only subject to availability. If possible give us your desired date one week in advance.
Rates:
25min. treatment of your choice CHF 69 (incl. spa entrance fee)
50min. treatment of your choice CHF 135 (incl. spa entrance fee)
We recommend that you arrive 10 minutes before your appointment. In case of a delay, it is unfortunately not possible to extend the treatment beyond the agreed period. If you are unable to keep your appointment, we ask you to cancel it in writing up to 24 hours in advance. Otherwise a fee of 100% of the treatment price will be charged.
Sports & Classical Massage
Reflexology
our location
How to Reach Us
Centralbahnstrasse 13-15
4051 Basel | Switzerland
We are happy to answer your questions or give you directions via phone.
+41 61 225 1313
If you are on the go and still want to ask a question, simply drop us an e-mail.
welcome@gaiahotel.ch
