Dino Kessler (born December 23, 1966) is sports journalist and a former Swiss professional ice hockey defenceman.

He last played for EHC Basel in Switzerland's National League B. Kessler has participated as a member of the Swiss national team in numerous international tournaments, including the 1992 Winter Olympics.

An aggressive defender, he played there for ten years, with a one-season break at CP Berne.

During the game he was injured in the neck following a charge by Bernese defender Rolf Ziegler.

During the 2004-2005 season, he only played eight matches due to a shoulder injury and a damaged knee.