Hotel Krafft

After a lean period in the 20th century, during which old hotels were no longer held in high regard, the Krafft was renovated and expanded in 1958. Following another standstill, the hotel was taken under the wings of the Edith Maryon Foundation at the initiative of its current leaseholder. With the support of the office for the preservation of historic buildings and monuments, the historic hotel was skillfully renovated over the next few years. The renovation's main aim was to leave the checkered history of the hotel visible rather than introducing a uniform style. Since then, Swiss 'Typenmöbel' from the 20th century have provided the hotel with an unmistakable atmosphere. The hotel's designation as Historic Hotel of the Year 2007 was a logical consequence of this careful renovation, carried out with much cultural-historical professionalism. The Icomos jury also noted the contemporary touches added with fresh creativity and particularly the enthusiasm with which the current managers have brightened up and brought back to life this historic city hotel. This success apparently inspired the owners to subsequently take over the neighboring building at Rheingasse 19, location of Kleinbasel's first Consum store. In 2009, they opened the annex, again very professionally renovated. Modern guest rooms are on the top floors while a popular bar occupies the main floor. The Krafft has been a member of Swiss Historic Hotels since 2005.