Courtyard Basel Marriott, BaselCourtyard Basel Marriott in Basel, Switzerland has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 136 of 207 hotels we score in Basel. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.9 before correction: Booking.com 3.2, Tripadvisor 2.6. Rooms from about $239 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in the Pratteln business district at Hardstrasse 55, this 4-star hotel serves business travellers and those visiting the nearby Aquabasilea water park. The property offers 175 guestrooms and suites equipped with large work desks, coffee making facilities, and flat-screen TVs. Guests can access a full-service spa, sauna, and a swimming pool on-site. Dining options include a restaurant serving Swiss cuisine and a Starbucks. While the hotel provides convenient access to the airport and wellness facilities, breakfast requires an additional charge. The interior is modern and the rooms are noted for being spacious with comfortable beds.What stands out

Direct access to Aquabasilea water park

On-site spa and sauna

Spacious guestrooms with large desks

Close to the airport

Watch out for

Breakfast is an extra cost

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