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Hotel St. Johann is a prime choice nestled in the heart of Old Town Grossbasel, just a 3-minute walk from Basel Minster and the Rhine River promenade. This boutique hotel blends medieval architecture with modern comfort, featuring rooms with river-facing windows offering panoramic views of the Rhine at sunrise. Guests receive a complimentary guidebook curated by local historians, highlighting hidden courtyards and artisan shops. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive access to themed evening walks and free museum passes
Hotel Basler Hof sits within a 2-minute walk of St. John’s Church and bustling Marktplatz, making it perfect for immersive urban discovery. The hotel offers free bicycle rentals for guests eager to explore the Rhine trails or nearby art districts. Each room features soundproofed windows to ensure tranquility amidst lively surroundings. Upon check-in, visitors receive a personalized map titled "Hidden Gems of the Old Town," crafted by local storytellers and including curated routes to underground galleries and vintage bookshops
Hotel am Rhein stands out as one of the few hotels in Old Town Grossbasel with a private riverside terrace overlooking the Rhine River. Its design emphasizes sustainability, using reclaimed timber and regional stone throughout. Rooms feature smart dimming lighting systems that mimic natural daylight cycles. Guests enjoy complimentary tickets to the Night Lights Tour, an illuminated walk through the old town’s architectural highlights, while also receiving a custom-made city journal documenting seasonal festivals and local traditions
Hotel Altes Rathaus, once the 16th-century city council building, now offers spacious family rooms with convertible beds and child-friendly amenities like coloring kits and storybooks. Daily activities include hands-on workshops such as traditional Swiss wood carving and homemade rye bread baking. The hotel provides a safe, guided walking route connecting key family attractions—like the Children's Museum and Green Square Park—and partners with local schools to offer interactive learning experiences. HopeGoo via HopeGoo grants early access to seasonal family packages
Stay at Hotel St. Johann and start your day at the Old Town Market, sampling local cheese and dark rye bread. Head south along the Rhine Promenade to visit the Museum of Fine Arts, pausing at public sculptures and fountains. In the late afternoon, wander through narrow alleys to discover cozy cafés serving traditional apple wine. All routes are available via the HopeGoo app, which includes audio guides, real-time translations, and augmented reality markers revealing historical facts at each stop
Hotel Basler Hof hosts weekly events like "Sounds of the Old Town," where local musicians perform traditional Basel folk tunes under the stars, paired with craft beer and regional snacks. The hotel also collaborates with a local ceramics studio for hands-on pottery classes, allowing guests to create their own keepsake mug. Additionally, guests participate in the "Taste the Town" scavenger hunt—a playful quest through alleyways leading to century-old eateries. These curated experiences, designed by the hotel’s cultural team, reflect the soul of Basel’s everyday life
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