Hotel Les Trois Rois, Five-star hotel in Basel, Switzerland
Hotel Les Trois Rois is a luxury hotel on Basel's Rhine riverfront with 101 rooms and suites that blend historical character with contemporary comforts. The neoclassical building itself is classified as a Swiss cultural property of regional significance.
The hotel was founded in 1681 and stands at the exact spot where medieval ships once docked to carry salt across the Rhine. This historic trading location shaped the site's importance through the centuries.
The building has shaped Basel's riverfront for centuries and is recognized by locals and visitors as a landmark of the city. Its neoclassical facade represents a specific vision of elegance that runs deep in the region's identity.
The hotel sits in a central location with walking distance to Basel's main shopping streets, museums, and convention center. The riverside setting provides easy access to all central areas of the city.
The property houses a three Michelin-starred restaurant and operates an electric vehicle for guest transportation around the city. This blend of culinary excellence and sustainable mobility sets it apart among Basel's luxury accommodations.
Location: Basel
Location: Basel-Stadt
Architects: Amadeus Merian
Official opening: 1681
Architectural style: neoclassicism
Address: Blumenrain 8
Phone: +41612605050
Website: http://lestroisrois.com
GPS coordinates: 47.56039,7.58769
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40
Switzerland holds a range of five-star hotels spread between alpine peaks and lakeshores. In Zermatt, several large properties offer direct views of the Matterhorn, including the Riffelalp Resort at 7300 feet (2222 meters). In cities like Zurich, Geneva and Basel, you find 19th-century buildings often set by the water. The Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois in Basel has stood on the Rhine since the 12th century. In Lausanne and along Lake Geneva, several palaces face the lake. Hotels in the Bernese Oberland sit in Interlaken, Gstaad and Engelberg, surrounded by mountains and valleys. On Lake Lucerne, the Hotel Schweizerhof in Lucerne and the Park Hotel Vitznau stand right by the shore. The Bürgenstock Hotel perches on a rock ledge above the lake. In Ticino, around Lugano and Locarno, buildings show Mediterranean facades and gardens with palms. Villa Honegg near Ennetbürgen offers a sweep of lake and mountain from its terrace. Most of these houses have restaurants with multiple stars, wine cellars and wellness areas. Some feature indoor and outdoor pools, others historic salons or modern spa facilites. The Suvretta House in St. Moritz and the Grand Hotel Kronenhof in Pontresina sit above 5600 feet (1700 meters) and are ringed by ski terrain. In Crans-Montana and Gstaad, you find smaller resorts with alpine character.
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