Kloster Dornach / Basel

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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.1

Originally a Capuchin monastery dating from the 17th century, Kloster Dornach is only 50 metres from Dornach-Arlesheim Train Station and 12 km from Basel. It features a large garden and a restaurant with a terrace. The rooms are simply furnished, with shared bathrooms and toilets on the corridor. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Free private parking is available on site. Hiking and cycling trails can be accesses right at the Dornach Kloster’s doorstep.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Joan
Italy Italy
“Thw monastery feeling is calming to the mind and body.No tv, no distractions. Its nice. Great staff and breakfast. Comfortable beds and soft bathrobe and towels. Bring your slippers!”
Yemima
Israel Israel
“Beautiful and different!!! Very comfortable, good breakfast, helpful staff, stunning peacefull garden.”
Kamani
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Historic former monastery for Capuchin monks. The hotel was very clean and the staff were very friendly. It was warm and breakfast was delicious.”
Josefine
Switzerland Switzerland
“Lovely ambiance, gorgeous building and large, bright room. Garden restaurant was excellent!”
Brigitte
Switzerland Switzerland
“Next to public transport: train station, and Tram I loved the old monastery building and the beautiful garden and terrace”
Sonya
New Zealand New Zealand
“Everything is excellent here, the large rooms, comfy beds, good showers, the food at breakfast and in the restaurant, and the beautiful grounds. We love it here.”
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“What a delightful hotel - living for a night in a monk's room in this ex-monastery. Parking was good, the staff were helpful and friendly and best fo all, we were able to take advantage of a cancellation and eat dinner in the garden rastaurant.”
Isabela
Switzerland Switzerland
“The hotel is set n a former monastery, and one can feel the atmosphere of tranquility and peace. Everything was clean. The bed was comfy and the room was quiet. I liked the rural location, but close to public transport, free parking and a...”
Eduardo
Germany Germany
“Everything perfect, really clean and comfortable, good breakfast included”
Stephanie
Switzerland Switzerland
“Location is great, friendly staff, parking on property, nice breakfast. Bathrooms/sinks and rooms very clean.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant Kloster Dornach
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Kloster Dornach / Basel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
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 14 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 30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 13 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 30 per child, 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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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Kloster Dornach / Basel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.