Time for the
bright sides

Enjoy your peace of mind, knowing everything is taken care of as you explore your new surroundings.

Your amenities

Our services and facilities are designed with the needs of newcomers to Switzerland in mind. Our goal is to save you the trouble of figuring out how everything works so you can focus on the more enjoyable aspects of discovering a new environment.


That's why we've put together a variety of offers to help you get started:

  • 1500 m2 of community space to work, meet, relax, work out or sit back and enjoy a drink
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  • Bar and terrace with barista coffee, selected regional drinks and handmade snacks.
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  • Pool table and TV corner for relaxing evenings in good company
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  • Coworking space with WiFi, phone boxes, printers, meeting rooms, etc.
  • Community kitchen with multiple cooking stations and a wide range of kitchen utensils from rice stoves to pasta makers to restaurant-quality sandwich toasters

  • Spacious dining area with large wooden table, which also invites you to extend dinner with a glass of wine and a board game

  • Frequent, variing events from Thursday happy hour to Halloween pumpkin carving or taking a dip in the Rhine
  • Laundry room with washing machines, dryers, ironing boards and entertainment system to pass the waiting time
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  • Sports room 
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  • Public library and book exchange
  • Creative corner to individualize the apartment with your own art, framed pictures and homegrown plants
  • Community manager as contact person on site for questions about your stay

  • Private mail and parcel box for long-term guests to register with local authorities

  • Storage rooms for safe stowing of larger items

  • 30-day Basel Card for free public transportation and many discounts (for long-term stays only)

Services

Our services are designed to make your everyday life as easy as possible, while keeping an eye on cost effciency to keep our prices competitive.

Cleaning

Free bi-weekly cleaning of apartments with change of bed linen and towels, additional cleaning or cleaning equipment and fresh towels & bedding can be requested at the reception, 

Welcome desk

Our hosts are on site during business hours and will be happy to assist you with anything related to your stay - from providing a hair dryer to recommending the best pizzeria in town.

Ariv bar

Our bar team offers you a selection of hot and cold drinks, a choice of pastries and oatmeal for breakfast and pizza snacks from lunch to dinner.

Mobility offers

Explore your new surroundings on your own. Either by bike, e-bike or electric vehicle. Just ask our friendly staff for prices and availability.

Tips for your stay in Basel

  • Take a boat ride on the nearby Rhine or, for the more adventurous among you, swim a few meters down the river
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  • Visit the world-famous events that take place throughout the year, such as Art Basel, Basel Carnival or the Swiss Indoors (tennis)
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  • Visit a museum, an art exhibition, a theater or a concert - Basel is considered the cultural stronghold of the nation
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  • Take a pub crawl through the pulsating Steinenvorstadt
  • Take a trip to the old town with its market square and many other historical places
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  • Visit Stücki Park next door with restaurants, stores, a movie theater, a workout at the region's largest gym or a round of bowling
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  • Take a day trip to the neighboring countries of Germany and France
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  • Put on your dancing shoes and explore Basel's nightlife, like the world famous techno club "Nordstern" on a cargo ship in the harbor
  • Discover the up-and-coming subcultural scene around the harbor and the tri-border area
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  • Watch a FC Basel football match at St. Jakob Park stadium
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  • Indulge in melted cheese at one of Basel's traditional restaurants
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  • Take a hike through the area with its historic castles and beautiful views
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  • Get on the train and visit the nearby ski resorts Engelberg (CH) or Feldberg (GER)

The place to be

According to Internations' annual "Expat Insider" study, Basel is one of the top 10 best expat destinations in the world.

Swiss and yet different

Basel has a lot to offer, especially away from the famous "Heidi" clichés. You can find more information and suggestions on the Basel Tourismus website.

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