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Hotel Gasthof zum Ochsen

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.4

About this property

A 15-minute drive from the centre of Basel, Hotel Gasthof zum Ochsen enjoys a quiet location in the heart of Arlesheim, 8 km from Basel and 1,200 metres from the Goetheanum Centre in Dornach. The property offers free WiFi and free internet corner in the lobby. The property features chargeable private parking spaces in the underground car park and charging stations for electric cars. The breakfast buffet is served from 06:30 and comprises a variety of mueslis, bread, rolls and homemade jams. The restaurant specialises in meats from the in-house butcher shop such as steak tartare, oxtail soup, cordon bleu or a butcher's cut. Dishes can be accompanied by a wide variety of fine international wines. All of the non-smoking rooms have been completely renovated in 2016 and 2017 and provide modern box-spring beds, floor-level showers and free toiletries. Guests can help themselves to complimentary beer, a mineral water, coffee, tea and fruits at the free bar on every floor. A gift from the property butchers shop will be placed in every room. The hotel rents out mountain bikes in various sizes for CHF 30 per day. There are many tips on cycling tours and trails. . The Ermitage is also around the corner and this is an English landscaped park where guests can relax. A tram station is only 5 walking minutes from the Hotel Gasthof zum Ochsen.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • 2 restaurants
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Adeline
Switzerland Switzerland
“It’s central location, character. The breakfast ! The fact that dogs are allowed !”
Diana
Canada Canada
“Room was a bit small, but beds were excellent, clean and comfortable. Breakfast had lots of variety. The customer service was competent, friendly and knowledgeable. The hotel design was well done and based on its history. I highly recommend this...”
Du
Germany Germany
“Clean, comfortable room and bed; curtious staff; fantastic breakfast; good-quality vanities (body lotion, shampoo, etc.); abundance of free parking on the street; free drinks on each floor. The place has a good vibe about it, and it's the second...”
Treasure
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Hugely warm, friendly and helpful people at every turn. A lovely hotel with a long history centred on meat - the venison was superb! The cathedral suite was delightful too.”
Sofia
Switzerland Switzerland
“Staff always ready to help us anyway they could. Frquent public transportation nearby. Very clean. Free local beer. Very quiet.”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were excellent and helped one of our party who had a broken arm (not at the hotel broken before we arrived) getting extra pillows and plugs etc”
Salomoni
Denmark Denmark
“The restaurant is authentic and wooden cozy space which feels amazing. Although the breakfast does come with limited options for such a Hotel but the quality of most products are really good. for example cheese and milk and range of breads...”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything. Very smart hotel in a small town. Room and bathroom very clean and comfortable. Easy underground parking. Lovely evening meal eaten outside. Very good selection for breakfast which we ate in the very atmospheric stubli. Staff...”
Bernard
Switzerland Switzerland
“Good Location, breakfast was great, room is modern and clean. Friendly staff.”
Joanna
Switzerland Switzerland
“great location, clean and comfortable with lovely staff”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
Restaurant mit 13 GaultMillau Punkten
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Dorfterrasse (geöffnet Mai - September)
  • Cuisine
    European
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Hotel Gasthof zum Ochsen takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 46 per child, per night
Cot upon request
CHF 20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 46 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that with the booking confirmation, guests can use the public transports of the Tarifverbund Nordwestschweiz (TNW) on the day of arrival.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.