Housed in a building that dates back to 1870, this 5-storey city hotel comprises a total of 63 rooms. The hotel restaurant serves some of the best fish to be found in the city. The hotel features a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a currency exchange facility and lifts. A lounge with the daily newspaper, a café, a kiosk, a small supermarket, a hairdresser's salon, a bar, a nightclub, a theatre hall, a casino and a games room all feature within this hotel. Further facilities include a restaurant, two conference rooms, public Internet access as well as room and laundry services.

This hotel lies on the sunny bank of the Rhine at the heart of the city of Basel. The hotel lies within a short distance of the bus station and train station. The airport is 8 km away.

Guests are able to start off the day with a complimentary breakfast buffet. It is possible to book a bed and breakfast stay at this hotel.