GAIA Hotel Basel 

A zero-waste concept without equals

Coffee grounds for mushrooms, bread for elephants, soap for those in need – zero waste implemented creatively, socially, and consistently.

FROM COFFEE TO MUSHROOM FARMING
At GAIA Hotel, zero waste starts at breakfast: organic products are precisely portioned to avoid excess. Coffee grounds are provided to the Basel-based start-up Stadtpilze as a nutrient base for gourmet mushrooms. Stale bread is donated weekly to the elephants at Basel Zoo – charming and purposeful.

SOAP WITH A SECOND LIFE
Through the SapoCycle initiative, used soaps are collected, recycled, and transformed into hygiene products for those in need – manufactured by people with disabilities. Partnerships like these create visible impact – direct, local, and respectful.

ECO-FRIENDLY IN EVERY DETAIL
GAIA uses 100% green electricity via Basel’s district heating network, offsets all emissions, and consistently chooses organic alternatives. Toiletries are made of bamboo or recycled materials, and plastic is avoided wherever possible.

URBAN RESPONSIBILITY WITH FORESIGHT
As an IBEX Fairstay Gold-certified city hotel, GAIA Basel proves that taking a stand doesn’t require a mountain. Genuine commitment works in the heart of the city too – creative, consistent, and heartfelt.

Framework program

Right in the heart of Basel, an urban experience is taking shape that combines sustainability, culture, and comfort. Whether through regional cuisine, urban mobility, or short breaks within the hotel – the offer appeals to conscious travelers who value real added benefit.

• BaselCard for public transport, e-bike discount, and 50% off museums and theaters

• Organic breakfast with regional ingredients

• Access to the sauna oasis with organic products

• Artistic interior with over 200 pieces from the family collection

• Historic Belle Époque hall for private events