Der Teufelhof Basel

Lovely stylish quirky building Quick and easy check in. We arrived around lunchtime and was lucky enough to find that our rooms were ready. We were given a card to use on the public transport so we could use it for free during our stay and also get discount in some of the museums. Thought this was really good especially as we knew how expensive our stay in Basel was going to be. The staff helped us with which trams to get to the station. Staff on reception really professional, polite, friendly and helpful. We were on the 2nd floor, lift just round the corner from reception. Lovely room. Very plain white decor but found it really calming. Comfortable bed and pillows and stylish furnishings. Did struggle to figure out the lighting so ended up unplugging half the lamps. No air con initially a concern but the fan was really powerful and personally didn't mind the sound of it. Could have the windows open as overlooking a quiet lane. Note just remember to lock the door from the inside when in the room. I did have someone try to enter, possibly management and say they thought I had checked out, just after my arrival. My room was at the bottom of a staircase not sure if that had anything to do with it but also had a child try to let themselves in. The bathroom was compact with just a shower but was stylish and well equipped with lovely toiletries and accessories. Plenty of storage. Luggage stand, tea coffee facilities, safe and fridge/mini bar. I think having somewhere to chill drinks should be standard at this price point as well as the safe so good to find them in the room. Hotel walking distance to the main square. It was quite a steep hill down to it but other than that the areas we visited during our stay were not too bad and relatively flat. A tram stops right outside the hotel. We used it to/from the train station. It wasn't too far away. Just 2 trams to get there. We got the train to Lucerne for the day, it took around an hour I think. Train station right in the centre. Lovely place stunning views. Well worth a visit in my opinion When we were down on the main square it felt like there were trams every few seconds so don't think there would ever be too long a wait for one. Never seen so many trams in one place before. Visited the toy museum and the Kunstmuseum using the Basel Pass. Both in my opinion are worth a visit. I wish I had been there a bit longer to explore Basel more. We didn't use the restaurant or have breakfast during our stay so I am unable to comment. If I ever returned to Basel would be more than happy to stay hear again.