Have you planned a vacation in Marseille but don’t know where you’re going to sleep? Let me help you. In this article, you’ll find fifteen quirky and unique hotels to make your holiday unforgettable. All you have to do is pick one!
Le Corbusier Hotel***
280 boulevard Michelet 13008 Marseille
If you’re a fan of architecture, I strongly recommend spending the night at Le Corbusier Hotel.
The building was designed by the famous architect Le Corbusier and is the only hotel in Marseille that is a UNESCO site. The predominantly red, blue, and yellow decor in the rooms, combined with the building that is made out of concrete, are enough to make it worth stopping by.
One of the rooms was even designed specifically for disabled people, according to the architect’s wishes.
Located inside the Cité radieuse, an original take on apartment living that was also created by Le Corbusier, the hotel guarantees you an atypical experience.
Price: From €77 to €206
We like: The architecture and rooms created by Le Corbusier.
We love: Sleeping in a hotel that is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Le Corbusier Hotel: information and booking
New Hotel of Marseille****
71 boulevard Charles Livon 13007 Marseille
The New Hotel of Marseille is a five-star trendy hotel. It is very well located and is sure to enhance your stay in Marseille.
The hotel holds a true gem within its walls: Room 2113 will definitely surprise you!
What’s so special about this room? In addition to having been awarded the jury prize of the 2013 Design Tour, it features an innovative concept: a multifunctional bed.
The bed works similar to Legos – you can put the pieces together in many different ways to give the bed the shape and functionality you want. Moreover, I guarantee that the artwork on the walls will be unlike anything you have ever seen in a hotel.
For a truly modern and unique experience, don’t miss out on a stay in Room 2113 of the New Hotel Of Marseille!
Price: From €185
We like: The hotel’s proximity to the Plage des Catalans and the Vieux-Port with its Lebanese restaurants.
We love: The award winning Room 2113.
New Hotel of Marseille: information and booking
Mama Shelter Marseille*****
64 rue de la Loubière 130006 Marseille
Mama Shelter is a hotel chain with several hotels scattered throughout French territory. Mama Shelter Marseille represents the Mediterranean branch of the chain.
The concept of the hotels will appeal to guests who are looking for novelty and freshness. If you find most hotels to be boring, spend the night in a Mama Shelter.
With its young and urban design, the Mama Shelter of Marseille promises an unusual stay. Forget spotless white paint on the walls of a restaurant where piano music is played; here, color is the only way to go.
While you are here, be sure to have a drink in the Pastis bar to put yourself in the shoes of a resident of Marseille.
Price: From €149 to €319
We like: The free movies and organic hygiene products at your disposal.
We love: The modern, dynamic, and cheeky atmosphere of the hotel.
Mama Shelter Marseille: information and booking
C2 Hotel Marseille*****
48 rue Roux de Brignoles 13006 Marseille
The C2 Hotel Marseille is the result of the work of two architects, Claire Fatosme and Christian Lefèvre. Their design combines luxury and simplicity in a hotel built with the utmost taste. It’s not every day that we have the opportunity to sleep in such a place!
If you like being treated like royalty, you’ll quickly become enamored with the C2. The hotel even has its very own private beach on Degaby Island! All you have to do is grab your towel and put your swimsuit on to enjoy the tranquility of the place.
Price: From €189
We like: Spending a night in a hotel created by famous architects.
We love: The access to the hotel beach on Degaby Island that is reserved for C2 customers.
C2 Hotel Marseille: information and booking
Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port*****
36 boulevard Charles Livon 13007 Marseille
Located in the Vieux-Port, the Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port is a hotel of great renown that has welcomed some of the most famous celebrities.
Enjoy an incredible view of Marseille by booking a room at the Sofitel. Boats and the deep blue Mediterranean waters fill the forefront of your view, while mountains rise into the sky behind the city and buildings with ochre-colored facades leave a lasting impression on your senses.
One of our favorite things about the Sofitel is the Dantès Skylounge, which is a bar on the roof of the hotel. The panoramic view is quite striking, enhancing even the flavor of your cocktails.
Price: From €345
We like: The refined ambience that will allow you to have a truly unique stay.
We love: Indulging in a drink on the rooftop.
Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port: information and booking
Le Ryad Boutique Hôtel
16 rue Sénac de Meilhan 13001 Marseille
Inspired by Moroccan tradition, Le Ryad is made for visitors looking for a change of scenery.
In each of the ten rooms, you will find alcoves and white walls. All of the rooms are decorated in the North African style, and each room has its own atmosphere.
Le Ryad also isn’t just a hotel; it also hosts cultural events that put the diversity and talents of the residents of Marseille on center stage.
Give yourself the opportunity to try this quirky experience in the heart of Marseille.
Price: From €104
We like: The cultural activities such as tale readings, concerts, and painting exhibitions.
We love: Sleeping in a charming hotel that gives off Moroccan vibes.
Le Ryad Boutique Hôtel: information and booking
Le Petit Nice-Passedat*****
17 rue des Braves 13007 Marseille
Le Petit Nice in Marseille is a luxury hotel with all of the comforts you could want or need. Located by the sea, the establishment isn’t lacking anything. Everything is within easy reach: you can eat in its beautiful three-star restaurant or dive into its heated seawater swimming pool.
Run by Gérald Passedat, Le Petit Nice is a true piece of heaven on Earth, and it is located right in Marseille. You can get all the rest that you need in this unique hotel – it only has 16 rooms, so you’ll get a taste of what the word peaceful really means.
Price: From €595
We like: The three-star restaurant and the calmness of the hotel.
We love: The view of the sea and the heated seawater swimming pool.
Le Petit Nice-Passedat: information and booking
Hôtel La Résidence du Vieux-Port Marseille****
18 quai du port 13002 Marseille
Facing the Notre Dame de la Garde basilica, the Hôtel La Résidence du Vieux-Port Marseille is a luxurious hotel whose rooms are worth the journey to get to them.
Decorated with primary colors in the spirit of the 1950’s and Mondrian-inspired furniture, the hotel’s rooms and suites give you the opportunity to travel through time.
On top of the stunning decor, every room has its own balcony with a view of the basilica. Everything is arranged to offer visitors an unforgettable and unique stay in the Mediterranean city.
Price: From €160 to €320
We like: The restaurant that looks directly over the Vieux-Port.
We love: The vintage decor in the rooms and their balconies that face the basilica.
Hôtel La Résidence du Vieux-Port Marseille: information and booking
InterContinental Marseille-Hôtel Dieu*****
1 place Daviel 13002 Marseille
Staying at the InterContinental Marseille-Hôtel Dieu is the perfect way to indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience.
Embodying pure prestige, this hotel is located in a historical building that dates back to the Middle Ages. The InterContinental has morphed over the centuries to become what it is today.
It offers all the services that a hotel of the highest class must: a spa (in partnership with Clarins), a gourmet restaurant, a brasserie, and a bar that will delight any cocktail lover.
If you are looking for a wonderful stay in a top-rated hotel, the InterContinental is the perfect choice.
Price: From €387
We like: Spending a night in one of the most popular hotels in the city.
We love: The history behind the building and its impressive architecture.
InterContinental Marseille-Hôtel Dieu: information and booking
Les Bords de Mer
52 corniche Kennedy 13007 Marseille
Located right by the sea, Les Bords de Mer is a unique and peaceful place where you can experience a variety of activities. You even have the opportunity to take a private boat to see the Frioul Archipelago, where you can enjoy a delicious picnic prepared by the restaurant’s chef.
One of the most pleasant characteristics of this hotel is the small number of rooms. There are only 19 rooms, and each of them has a nice view of the sea.
Price: From €232
We like: Having an aperitif on a boat while watching the sunset.
We love: All of the rooms have a view of the sea.
Les Bords de Mer: information and booking
Hôtel 96 Marseille
96 avenue de la soude 13009 Marseille
The Hôtel 96 has only 14 rooms, but that doesn’t mean it is small.
The establishment has a swimming pool, a vegetable garden, a sauna, terraces, and a green roof. It’s a bit like home, but a better version of it.
The owners, Alice and William Racine, cook a delicious breakfast for each guest every morning, complete with homemade jam and fresh brioche.
If you are looking for a unique stay in Marseille, you can’t go wrong with a stay in the Hôtel 96.
Price: From €89 to €159
We like: The family history of the hotel and its location at the bottom of the rocky coves.
We love: The small number of rooms that gives guests a warm and intimate experience.
Hôtel 96: information and booking
Casa Ortega
46 rue des Petites Maries 13001 Marseille
The Casa Ortega is a family house where the owner, Caroline Contoz, lives with her children.
She has put all her heart into the decoration and organization of the five rooms that make up the establishment. Inspired by various thrifted items, she has created a vintage and sophisticated atmosphere that will be quite different from a typical hotel.
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Book a room at the Casa Ortega to enjoy an unusual holiday!
Price: From €90 to €120
We like: The way the establishment combines the appearance of a charming hotel with the vibe of a family house.
We love: The refined and vintage decor that was created with thrifted furniture.
Casa Ortega: information and booking
La Petite Calanque
22 calanque de Samena 13008 Marseille
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Recently highlighted on the French TV news, La Petite Calanque is a charming bed and breakfast located in the heart of the Parc national des calanques.
With an exotic garden and three rooms with different themes, the guest house answers the call for authenticity and a change of scenery. The house was built in the 20th century according to the Creole style.
Enhance your stay in Marseille by spending a night (or several nights) in a guest house that gives you a taste of the Caribbean.
Price: From €75 to €100
We like: Each of the 3 rooms has its own unique decor that reminds us of the 20th century.
We love: The location in the heart of the Parc national des calanques.
La Petite Calanque: information and booking [in French]
La Villa d’Orient
30 calanque de Samena 13008 Marseille
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One of the best things about the city of Marseille is the diversity of its inhabitants. To fully appreciate this diversity, I recommend staying in a room at La Villa d’Orient, located in the Parc national des calanques.
The city’s first guest house, La Villa d’Orient offers visitors an incredible view of the Mediterranean sea, an exotic garden, and the massif of the rocky coves.
Breakfast is served under the oriental glass roof near the garden, where you can enjoy the cool morning air.
If you’re looking for an unusual place to spend the night, La Villa d’Orient is a great choice.
Price: From €90 to €130
We like: The solarium on the roof and the oriental glass wall that overlooks the garden.
We love: The oriental atmosphere that gives guests a change of scenery.
La Villa d’Orient: information and booking
Evasion Antillaise
59 promenade George Pompidou 13008 Marseille
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Are you planning to go on a vacation with your partner? Evasion Antillaise has three suites made for lovers, and each one features a private jacuzzi.
You can choose from the blue-themed Saint Barth suite, the red-themed Les Grenadines suite, and the pink-themed La Désirade suite.
The decorations themselves invite guests to relax and escape from daily life.
Evasion Antillaise also offers gift sets to make the time with your loved one even more special. Bottles of champagne, rose petals, and candles are available…all you have to do is ask!
Price: From €250 to €390
We like: The themed rooms and their bright decorations.
We love: The private jacuzzi in every room.
Evasion Antillaise: information and booking [in French]
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