Hotel 96, Marseille
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“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.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
- Swimming pool
- Garden
All you need to know
Nestled in a tranquil, residential neighborhood of Marseille, Hôtel 96 is a charming, family-run boutique hotel. Set amidst sprawling gardens under the shade of grand oak trees, it offers a peaceful and inviting accommodation experience.
The hotel consists of a tastefully renovated 19th-century mansion and a contemporary annex, adding to its unique charm. The Château Borély is located 3 kilometers away, the Musée Cantini art museum is a 10-kilometer drive, and the Gare de Marseille Saint-Charles is about 13 kilometers away.
Hôtel 96’s proximity to the Parc des Calanques natural area, known for its stunning streams and beaches, makes it an ideal base for exploring this captivating city.
The hotel’s patio and balcony serve as delightful spots for breakfast, sure to be appreciated by guests.
The rooms at Hôtel 96 are bright and whimsical, each carrying a distinctive theme. Among the twelve rooms and one suite, each is adorned and furnished reflecting one of six unique themes: White, Marseille, Haute Couture, Retro, Mare Nostrum, and Wood and Iron.
The rooms on the ground floor are spacious and cozy, with terraces for guests to enjoy. The larger rooms on the upper floors feature mansard roofs. Regardless of where you stay, all rooms offer a stunning view of the tranquil garden.
Location
Recent guest reviews
7 April 2025
Exceptional
29 March 2025
Exceptional
4 February 2025
Fabulous
27 October 2024
Fabulous
2 September 2024
Exceptional
17 July 2024
Very good
17 May 2024
Exceptional
30 November 2023
Fabulous
15 October 2023
Exceptional
28 September 2023
Pleasant
Friendly helpful staff
The room was very disappointing. Shower was like in a hostel, all amenities were very basic and uninviting
12 September 2023
Very good
9 September 2023
Great for a quiet getaway - need transport!
Breakfast is fantastic
Far out of town
5 September 2023
Fabulous
15 July 2023
Excellent
Stunning property with beautiful gardens on the outskirts of Marseille. The pool area is a great place for relaxation. Staff are all so lovely and helpful with any queries about your stay or Marseille itself. Breakfast was a treat every morning and the home made yoghurt was delicious!
29 May 2023
Large, clean rooms and interesting design touches make for a very pleasant stay.
The room was very clean and very spacious. It was simple, but interesting. The hotel is small but quaint and well cared for. Many nice details made it a pleasure to stay. It was also very quiet. Price was very reasonable for the size and cleanliness of the room. Parking was free and convenient.
The location is a bit out of the way, but very convenient for the Calanques national park. Could be a difficult stay without a car. Must be ok with a smaller, more intimate hotel experience.
9 May 2023
Beautiful oasis outside of Marseilles with wonderful staff and excellent access to the national park
The front desk staff were excellent help for all of my requests. They booked me at an amazing restaurant that had fantastic sunset view. They allowed me to check in early and stay by the pool the next day for a few hours. I would return to this place again for sure.
Their map was not very accurate and I got a little lost but people in the village are very nice and it all worked out.
10 April 2023
Very good
6 April 2023
It was so great! The room is big and very confortable, the staff was amazing and very helpful!
Breakfast is amazing! Lots of options and fresh orange juice.
20 December 2022
Exceptional
6 December 2022
Fabulous
30 October 2022
Exceptional
Very nice place in the middle of the town, very close to Les Calanques, take your running shoes and in 40 minutes, you can reach the top of Les Calanques and see the amazing view of Marseille and the See.
Nothing all good !!
27 October 2022
Exceptional
16 September 2022
Exceptional
The staff is super nice, the place is beautiful and comfortable! We loved our stay, thanks a lot
29 August 2022
Exceptional
28 August 2022
Fabulous
16 August 2022
Very good
16 August 2022
I would definitely come back.
The breakfast was delicious.
Great pool.
The room size was super generous.
The staff were super friendly.
It would be great if they could add more choices to the breakfast, includes baked beans and sausages.
The room should have been sound proofed, but we could hear the other guests opening and closing their doors, as well as their child crying.
The staff didn't always have the right information regarding bus schedules, parking in the local attractions.
9 August 2022
Hotel close to the Calanques
Homemade breakfast was delicious. The hotel is in a quiet part of town yet just a short drive away.
Unfortunately there was construction going on next door while we stayed at Hotel 96
Hotel facilities
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Snack bar
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Windsurfing (additional charge)
- - Hiking
- - Cycling
- - Diving (additional charge)
- - Snorkelling
- - Badminton equipment
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Cleaning services
- - Daily housekeeping
Entertainment and family services
- - Board games/puzzles
- - Kids' outdoor play equipment
Parking
- - Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available
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