Basel, SwitzerlandVorstaedte
Art House Basel
Street-art gallery hotel
Street-art gallery hotel
The hotel operates as a living gallery, with rotating urban art on the walls and evening cocktails on the rooftop.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Warm wood and a largely white palette define the restful guest rooms and suites, while in the public spaces, creativity reigns supreme, with a particular focus on street art.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Pedestrian Steinenvorstadt is lined with cinemas and restaurants, and the Kunstmuseum is a short walk away.
The rooms
Shoji-style oak screens slide open to reveal the bathrooms, set against pale wood and crisp white walls.
The Rooftop - Bar & Lounge
Two rooftop terraces look out across Basel, serving breakfast each morning before the cast concrete bar opens for evening drinks.
At the table
Amigos Tapas serves Spanish sharing plates and wine inside a monochrome red dining room with ceramic hand chairs.
How it began
Local architects Diener & Diener wrapped the building in dark Spanish stone, echoing the scale of the historic cinema across the street.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.