The Sorell Hotel Merian is situated right on the river rhine - in the heart of Basel. Immediate access to main sights - shopping - fair and local corporate offices.The Sorell Hotel Merian is the only 4star hotel situated by the river rhine. Its located in the heart of Basel - right next to the Mittlere Bruecke - one of the numerous bridges of Basel. With shopping and access to the public transport just around the corner and the fair - sights - museums - the old town and numerous corporate offices close by. All rooms offer free wifi - free minibar- hairdryer- shower or bathroom- telephone- flatscreen tv- safe- electronic locks- security chain- writing table with socket 220v and a direct dial telephone. The windows may be opened and half of the rooms are facing the river with a spectacular view on the river rhine- partially with a small balcony. Children age 12 and below stay free in the room with parents in existing bedding. Children over this age will be considered an adult.The Brasserie Cafe Spitz is a very popular restaurant in Basel and a meeting point for locals. Be it in the restaurant - at the Bar or on the terrace overlooking the river rhine and with views to the old town including the Basler Muenster.Meeting and banquet facilities are available - from 11-160sqm - for up to 150 people with the historic ballroom Meriansaal as a highlight.Basel is situated in the north western part of Switzerland at the boarder to France and Germany. It is the third largest city in Switzerland with approx.. 175000 inhabitants and famous for its carnival - the Basler Leckerli / cookies - the pharmaceutical industry - the wide range of cultural offerings and activities and the world famous fairs such as Baselworld and Art Basel.