Foundation Guesthouse of the University of Basel
The "Gästehaus der Universität Basel" was established in 1989 to acquire, set up and operate guest houses for the needs of the University of Basel on a non-profit basis. The foundation is managed by a board of trustees.
Currently, the Guesthouse Foundation has 35 fully furnished apartments for rent, on a short-term basis, to (GUEST) LECTURERS AND OTHER INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARS who have completed their post-doctoral studies. Our guesthouses are conveniently located in four central locations, close to Basel University buildings.
Thanks to a generous donation of 6 million Swiss Francs from Dr. h.c. Hans Heiner Zaeslin, we are also delighted to be able to also offer visiting academics and their families modern studio apartments at the new Zaeslin Guest House at Nonnenweg 56.
Registration form for University Guesthouse studio
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Contact information
Hanne Olsen
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Contact information
Frances Green
Advantages at-a-glance
- fully furnished studios in four central locations, close to the university buildings
- moderate rents which include utility costs plus access to free Wi-Fi
- one-room studios for single-guests and two-room studios for 1-2 guests (+ child for a stay up to 3 months)
- one spacious top floor-studio with large balcony perfect for wheelchair users
- well-equipped kitchenettes with either a microwave or an oven
- each studio has its own toilet/shower room
- Fresh linen every 14 days plus shared laundry facilities on site
- flexible rental arrangements: minimum stay 1 week and maximum stay 1 year
- 4-week notice period
The prices quoted below are for stays of longer than one month. There are separate rates for shorter stays. All the prices include utility costs, Wi-Fi, and the change of linen. A one-off end-cleaning fee (CHF 120-150 depending on the size of the studio) is charged to all guests at the beginning of the rental period.
Most scholars stay with us 3 to 6 months while they search for more permanent accommodation.
Please note that there are no parking spaces available at the guesthouses. Public car parks are available nearby.
Accomodation for students and doctoral candidates however can be found here. Finally, the Unimarket offers interesting alternatives for different target groups and is always worth a visit!
Additionally, you can find in the Intranet of the University of Basel (chapter: Employees > Welcome & Accommodation; access only with @unibas.ch-address) additional information on accommodation for newcomer, guests, attendees of event etc).
Organisationfinder - Location
A) Hebelstrasse 90, 4056 Basel with 11 studios
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1 room studio 1 rooms studio |
each ca. 27m2 |
6 4 |
2 single beds 0.90 x 2m 1 double bed 1.40 x 2m |
CHF 1’140-1'200.- per month |
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2 room studio |
ca. 58 m2 |
1 |
2 single beds 0.90 x 2m |
CHF 1’860.- per month |
The pleasant common room on the ground floor has a small garden, both may be used by all guests.
Facilities
The studios feature modern, convenient and easy-to-maintain facilities, including a bath room with shower and toilet, a well-equipped kitchenette, refrigerator, microwave/stove, TV, bed linen, kitchen linen, towels, etc. A communal washing machine and dryer are available in the building as well as an elevator.
Price
The 1 room studios cost from CHF 1'140.- up to CHF 1'200.- and the 2,5 room studio CHF 1'860.- per month, including service charges, wifi and the change of linen every 14 days. Furthermore we charge a onetime fee for the final cleaning; it is based on the size of the studio and costs CHF 120.- up to CHF 150.-.
Location
The property is located in a quiet area. Most university facilities can be reached easily by foot in just 5 to 10 minutes.
Organisationfinder - Location
B) Herbergsgasse 1, 4051 Basel with 10 studios
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1 room studio |
ca. 30m2 |
6 |
sm double bed 1.40 x 2m |
CHF 1’200.- per month |
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1.5 room studio |
ca. 56m2 |
2 |
2 single beds 1m x 2m |
CHF 1'440.- per month |
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2 room studio |
ca. 54m2 |
2 |
2 single beds 1m x 2m |
CHF 1'755.- per month |
The day nursery of the University of Basel is situated on the ground floor. The small roof terrace may be used by all guests in the evening (used also by the University day nursery during the day).
Facilities
All studios feature modern, convenient and easy-to-maintain facilities, including a bathroom with shower and a well-equipped kitchenette, refrigerator, stove, TV, bed linen, kitchen linen and towels, etc. A washing machine and dryer can be found on the first and third floor.
Price
The 1 room studios cost CHF 1'200.- per month, the big 1 room studios cost CHF 1'440.- per month and the 2 room studios CHF 1'755.- per month, including service charges, wifi and the change of linen every 14 days. Furthermore we charge a onetime fee for the final cleaning; it is based on the size of the studio and costs CHF 120 respectively CHF 130.- up to CHF 150.- for the 2 room studios.
Location
The property is situated in a quiet area in the heart of the old town. Most university facilities can be reached easily by foot in a few minutes.
Organisationfinder - Location
C) Peter Merian-Strasse 40, 4052 Basel with 3 studios
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1 room studio |
ca. 27m2 |
1 |
sm. double bed 1.40 x 2m |
CHF 1'140.- per month |
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1 room studio with balcony |
ca. 27m2 |
1 |
sm. double bed 1.40 x 2m |
CHF 1'380.- per month |
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2.5 room studio |
ca. 59 m2 |
1 |
double bed 1.60 x 2m |
CHF 1'950.- per month |
The villa is located within a large garden which may be used by all guests.
Facilities
The apartments feature modern, convenient and easy-to-maintain facilities, including a bathroom with shower and toilet, a well-equipped kitchenette, refrigerator, microwave/grill, TV, bed linen, kitchen linen and towels, etc. A communal washing machine and dryer are available in the building.
Price
The small studios cost CHF 1'140.- and CHF 1'380.- CHF per month while the 2,5 room studio is charged CHF 1'950.- per month, including service charges, wifi and the change of linen every 14 days. Furthermore we charge a onetime fee for the final cleaning, it is based on the size of the studio and costs CHF 120.- respectively CHF 150.-.
Location
The property at Peter Merian-Strasse 40 is situated in a beautiful villa with a park, in a quiet area near the Swiss railway station SBB. The city center and many University facilities are in walking distance.
Organisationsfinder - Standort
D) Nonnenweg 56, 4055 Basel with 11 studios
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1 room studio |
ca. 35 m2 |
6 |
sm double bed 1.40 x 2m |
CHF 1'545.- per month |
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2 room studio |
ca. 51 m2 |
4 |
double bed 1.60 x 2m |
CHF 1'950.- per month |
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2 room attic studio* |
ca. 43 m2 |
1 |
small double bed 1.40 x 2m. |
CHF 1'950.- per month |
*suitable for wheelchairs
The pleasant common room on the ground floor (seen from the garden side) or in the basement (seen from the street side), easily accessible via stairs or elevator, as well as the garden behind the house may be used by all guests and is easily accessible by stairs and elevator.
Facilities
The apartments feature modern, convenient and easy-to-maintain facilities, including a bathroom with shower and toilet, a well-equipped kitchenette, refrigerator, microwave/grill, TV, bed linen, kitchen linen and towels, etc. A communal washing machine and dryer are available in the building as well as an elevator.
Price
The building and the facilities are new (opened in autumn 2020) which explains the higher price compared to the other guesthouses. The small studios cost CHF 1'545.- per month while the big studios as well as the attic flat are charged CHF 1'950.- per month, including service charges, wifi and the change of linen every 14 days. Furthermore we charge a onetime fee for the final cleaning, it is based on the size of the studio and costs CHF 130.- respectively CHF 150.-.
Location
The property at Nonnenweg 56 is situated in a quiet side street near the University, close to Campus Petersplatz and Biozentrum.
Copy right pictures: Photographer Roman Weyeneth
Foundation Guesthouse of the University of Basel
Executive Management
lic.iur. Marie-Christine Müller-Gerster
St. Jakobs-Strasse 1 A
4052 Basel
PC-Konto 40-326551-9
