Best hotels & accommodations in Marseille

We list the best hotels, hostels, B&Bs and guesthouses in Marseille as recommended by travel experts from CNN, Lonely Planet, Frommer’s, Fodor’s, New York Times and more. All hotel recommendations have been referenced with customer reviews and we only listed places that have at least a 4 out of 5-star customer review rating.

 

Best cheap hotel in Marseille: Hôtel Life Marseille VP – Vieux Port

Best boutique hotel in Marseille: Hôtel 96

Best luxury hotel in Marseille: Hotel C2

Best hostel in Marseille: Meininger Marseille Centre La Joliette

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  • 4.6 Le Couvent Marseille

    Aparthotel Le Couvent, Marseille

    New York Times

    “Marseille’s most discreet hotel might be Le Couvent. Occupying an unmarked 17th-century stone building, the sprawling mansion-like space has no restaurant, spa or other amenities — just 10 stylish contemporary apartments outfitted with vintage pieces, art and books.”

    Featured in New York Times’ 36 hours in Marseille.

  • 4.6 Hotel 96 Marseille

    Hotel 96, Marseille

    Telegraph

    “The brother-sister team of William and Alice Racine have converted their family home, a 19th-century bastide (Provençal villa), into an elegant, peaceful country-house hotel on the edge of France’s boisterous second city.”

  • 4.5 Hotel C2 Marseille

    Hotel C2, Marseille

    Frommers

    “Marseille’s uber-cool option, the five-star C2 was launched in 2014. Twenty luxurious, light-filled rooms spill over a 19th-century merchant family mansion typical of this portside quarter, each one decked out in exposed brick walls and designer furnishings. Some have a private hammam steam bath.”

  • 4.4 La Residence Vieux Port Marseille

    La Residence du Vieux Port, Marseille

    Lonely Planet

    “Externally as attractive as a multistorey car park, this portside hotel scores big on interior design and views. Its rooms are self-consciously retro – think bold primary colours, art in the styles of Miró and Mondrian, ’50s-style furniture and Anglepoise lamps – and most come with port-view balconies.”

  • 4.3 Hotel Dieu Marseille

    InterContinental Hotel Dieu, Marseille

    Fodors

    “Housed in Marseille’s majestic 18th-century Hôtel Dieu, a beloved landmark built according to plans by Jacques Hardouin-Mansart, architect to Louis XIV, this place has been transformed into a gleaming palace. The hotel interiors are luminous and comfortable, accented with large amphorae, artworks, and photographs of the city by local artists.”

    Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Marseille.

  • 4.2 Alex Hotel & Spa Marseille

    Alex Hotel & Spa, Marseille

    Fodors

    “This reasonably priced boutique hotel, across from St-Charles train station, is set in a beautiful historic building. Done up in rich neutral tones, the rooms have fluffy pillows, flat-screen TVs, and iPhone docking stations.”

  • 4.2 Mama Shelter Marseille

    Mama Shelter, Marseille

    Frommers

    “Tucked into the hipster cours Julien district, this unique hotel is the brainchild of designer Philippe Starck. Rooms are bright and cool, from the modular furnishings to the wall-mounted Macs offering dozens of free on-demand movies. Downstairs, Egyptian graffiti artist Tarek has tagged the industrial-chic restaurant’s ceiling.”

  • 4.1 Maison Montgrand Marseille

    Hotel Maison Montgrand, Marseille

    New York Times

    “With its lifestyle boutique, restaurant, vast garden and frequent Friday night parties, Hotel Maison Montgrand is a Marseille tastemaker. The 49 rooms are done in minimalist style with smooth woods and muted tones.”

    Featured in New York Times’ 36 hours in Marseille.

  • 4.1 Le Ryad Marseille

    Le Ryad Boutique Hotel, Marseille

    Lonely Planet

    “Morocco comes to Marseille at this stylish hotel, which takes its inspiration from the riads (traditional houses) of North Africa, all woven cushions, patterned rugs and colourful throws. There’s a lovely garden, the top-floor room (‘Mogador’) has its own mini roof terrace.”

  • 4.0 Maison St Louis Marseille

    Hotel Maison Saint Louis, Marseille

    Lonely Planet

    “The stuccoed façade, wrought-iron balconies and ‘mini-museum’ of this charming hotel pay homage to its 19th-century origins. Each of the rooms is unique – from the ‘Kenya’ (dedicated to Satao, a Kenyan elephant killed by poachers in 2014) to the ‘Yorkshire’, inspired by an English cottage – and a few have little balconies.”

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Aparthotel Le Couvent, Marseille

Recommended by:

New York Times

4.6 / 5
121 euro 108 gbp 150 usd 15900 jpy 117 cad 117 aud 1174 hkd 198 sgd 141 chf 952 cny 1237 sek 906 dkk 1168 nok

Hotel 96, Marseille

Recommended by:

Telegraph

4.6 / 5
101 euro 90 gbp 125 usd 13250 jpy 97 cad 97 aud 978 hkd 165 sgd 117 chf 793 cny 1031 sek 755 dkk 973 nok

Hotel C2, Marseille

Recommended by:

Frommers, Telegraph

4.5 / 5
186 euro 165 gbp 230 usd 24380 jpy 179 cad 179 aud 1800 hkd 303 sgd 216 chf 1460 cny 1897 sek 1389 dkk 1791 nok

La Residence du Vieux Port, Marseille

Recommended by:

Lonely Planet, Fodors, Telegraph

4.4 / 5
121 euro 108 gbp 150 usd 15900 jpy 117 cad 117 aud 1174 hkd 198 sgd 141 chf 952 cny 1237 sek 906 dkk 1168 nok

InterContinental Hotel Dieu, Marseille

Recommended by:

Fodors, Frommers, Telegraph

4.3 / 5
186 euro 165 gbp 230 usd 24380 jpy 179 cad 179 aud 1800 hkd 303 sgd 216 chf 1460 cny 1897 sek 1389 dkk 1791 nok

Alex Hotel & Spa, Marseille

Recommended by:

Fodors, Telegraph

4.2 / 5
79 euro 70 gbp 98 usd 10388 jpy 76 cad 76 aud 767 hkd 129 sgd 92 chf 622 cny 808 sek 591 dkk 763 nok

Mama Shelter, Marseille

Recommended by:

Frommers, Lonely Planet, Telegraph

4.2 / 5
74 euro 66 gbp 92 usd 9752 jpy 71 cad 71 aud 720 hkd 121 sgd 86 chf 584 cny 759 sek 555 dkk 716 nok

Hotel Maison Montgrand, Marseille

Recommended by:

New York Times, Frommers, Telegraph

4.1 / 5
72 euro 64 gbp 90 usd 9540 jpy 70 cad 70 aud 704 hkd 118 sgd 84 chf 571 cny 742 sek 543 dkk 701 nok

Le Ryad Boutique Hotel, Marseille

Recommended by:

Lonely Planet, Frommers

4.1 / 5
72 euro 64 gbp 90 usd 9540 jpy 70 cad 70 aud 704 hkd 118 sgd 84 chf 571 cny 742 sek 543 dkk 701 nok

Hotel Maison Saint Louis, Marseille

Recommended by:

Lonely Planet

4.0 / 5
71 euro 63 gbp 88 usd 9328 jpy 68 cad 68 aud 689 hkd 116 sgd 82 chf 558 cny 726 sek 531 dkk 685 nok

FAQ

What are the best neighborhoods to stay in Marseille?

The best areas to stay in Marseille are: Vieux Port, Notre Dame Du Mont, La Plage, La Canebière and Cinq Avenues. Please read our extensive guide about where to stay in Marseille. It gives a great overview about each area, including the museums, attractions and other things, as well as the best place to stay in each neighborhood.

What is the best affordable hotel in Marseille?

If you’re looking for an affordable hotel, then book Hôtel Life Marseille VP – Vieux Port. It’s an excellent budget hotel offering great value for money. It’s in a good location, it’s been recommended by travel experts and the hotel has excellent customer reviews. Also check out our list of the best cheap hotels in Marseille.

What is the best luxury hotel in Marseille?

If money isn’t a problem and you’re looking for a luxury hotel in Marseille, then go for Hotel C2. The hotel offers excellent service, it’s in a top location, it has been rated very highly by previous guests and renowned travel critics have recommended it. For more 5-star hotels, check out our list of the best luxury hotels in Marseille.

What is the best boutique hotel in Marseille?

You like some luxury but don’t like the famous chain hotels. If you’re looking for the best boutique hotel in Marseille, you should check out Hôtel 96. It’s a very cool hotel that has been highly recommended by travelers and experts. For more cool hotels, check out our list of the best boutique hotels in Marseille.

What is the best hostel in Marseille?

Looking for a good and affordable private room or cozy dorm in Marseille? Check out Meininger Marseille Centre La Joliette. The hostel has been highly rated by backpackers. Also check out our shortlist of the best hostels in Marseille, it’s based on thousands of reviews from backpackers.

How much does it cost to stay in a Marseille hotel?

For a 3-star hotel, you have to pay around $185 per night and for a 4-star hotel, you would be looking at $290 per night. If you’re after a luxury 5-star Marseille hotel then you can expect to pay around $550 per night.

What is the best Marseille hotel for couples?

If you’re looking for a romantic hotel in Marseille, then check out Mama Shelter. The hotel has great reviews by couples and has been recommended by leading travel experts.

Which Marseille hotel serves great breakfast?

The early bird catches the worm, if you're looking for a Marseille hotel offering a great breakfast, then go for the Hotel Maison Montgrand. Guests have given great reviews about the hotel's breakfast service.

What are the best things to do in Marseille?

There are a lot of things to do in Marseille and surrounding areas, including day trips, attractions, museums, sightseeing tours and many other activities. Here’s our list of 3 things you should definitely do when you’re in and around Marseille.

Marseille: Calanques 5-Hour Cruise and Lunch
Hop aboard a magnificent catamaran in Marseille and go for an unforgettable cruise along the creeks and the different Calanques of Marseille. Marvel at the stunning beauty of the landscapes, stop to swim and snorkel and enjoy a special lunch. Price: $82. More info.

Marseille: Mucem Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Save time with a skip-the-line ticket to the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations in Marseille and learn more about the history and culture of the Mediterranean basin. Price: $12. More info.

Marseille: Panoramic Tour of by Hop-On Hop-Off Colorbus
Live a unique experience by exploring the most beautiful monuments of Marseille aboard Red Line and Blue Line Colorbüses. You can hop off and back on at any of the scheduled stops. Price: $18. More info.

More things to do in Marseille

About Marseille

Marseille is an extravagant cosmopolitan port city and is also the second-largest city in France. Marseille’s heritage dates back to classical Greece and blends grit and grandeur perfectly. The unusual location on the border of southern France and Northern Africa adds so much to its value. It is a cultural melting pot, which offers delicious food and splendid French architecture. In 2013, it was termed as the European Capital of Culture, and since then it has flowered in cultural confidence.

There was a time when Marseille was viewed as somewhat unclean and unsafe and missed the gloss of Cannes or St. Tropez. But, now it is one of those cities that attracts thousands of tourists every year. Marseille is a wonderful European city trip since there is so much to do in the city, from history and arts to climbing and beach sunbathing. Marseille’s dynamic and vibrant history, as well as its steep topography of gritty alleyways and whitewashed houses that fall down to the yacht-filled waterways, add to its attractiveness. It has the second-highest number of museums in the country. This amazing port city rises above the Côte d’Azur’s sandy shores, and you can enjoy the artsy, old-world appeal of its opera theater and other museums and galleries.

Marseilles’ summers, like those of other Mediterranean cities, are hot, sunny, and dry, while its winters are just temperate enough to keep outdoor cafés open all year. A visit to Marseilles in the spring provides unrivaled access to the city’s spectacular floral displays, as well as days filled with fresh breezes from the bay. Explore the Noailles neighborhood’s various stores and vibrant markets.

The city’s lovely shoreline and historic buildings give Marseille a distinct feel. Marseille’s bustling Vieux Harbor (old port) is lined with yachts and pleasure boats. The ancient Le Panier neighborhood, the city’s oldest portion, is only uphill.

The République sector, with its fashionable stores and Haussmannian architecture, makes it one of those sights that you can’t miss. The Joliette area, which is home to Marseille’s totemic Cathédrale de Marseille Notre Dame de la Major, is also worth seeing. The eclectic nightlife, intriguing restaurants, entertaining theaters, interesting museums, and even an international soccer stadium abound in modern Marseille.

Moreover, enjoy the tranquility of the Basilique de Notre-Dame de la Garde, which is the city’s 150-year-old church. Stroll through the cobblestone streets, before heading over to the Old Port for a nightcap at one of Marseille’s many restaurants and cafés. When you pay a visit the Chateau d’If, a 16th-century island jail that served as the backdrop for The Count of Monte Cristo, the Mediterranean’s version of Alcatraz.

Don’t miss the comforts of Le Café de la Plage, a seaside pub that specializes in fruity cocktails. You can watch surfers ride the waves from here. Make sure you explore the entire Marseilles’ Porte d’Aix or Arc de Triomphe. When talking about the delicacies of Marseille, bouillabaisse, the house specialty can’t be missed. Chez Michel, a nautical-themed restaurant serves this delicacy.

Whether you’re visiting for the first time or revisiting, we hope this guide helps you get the most out of your visit to Marseille. Please do read our guide on where to stay in Marseille, so you get an even better idea about the city.

If you like our list of best places to stay in Marseille, then you should also check out our selection of recommended hotels in Paris or the best hotels in Milan.