Basel Backpack

It's a good hostel. The bed was ok. There is a very large common area. It's simply amazing the full transport ticket they offer. This way you can easily get around along the city!

Well the check-in time is very late (4pm). It's not good at all for the ones that arrive early in the city, spend some time and wants to rest for a bit.

Good location. Surprisingly clean Friendly and helpful staff You will get a free ticket for all the public transport as well as discounts to museums and the zoo. The area outside has plenty of pubs and bars. Close to the central station and supermarkets Good shower room where the shower cabis are separtated from the sinks - no queues, etc

Got unlucky with a room (the "Blue" room) that faces a very noisy street (trams, cars, buses, etc). If you are a light sleeper, avoid this room because the sleep was almost impossible, even with the earplugs. However, it might be better during the winter when the windows are closed... but if the temperature outside is high - windows are kept open for ventilation. The hostel seems dark and rundown due to the lighting and decor style. IMO, the common toilet (that has the cabins) should be separate for both genders, like the shower rooms.