InterContinental Hotel Dieu, Marseille
The InterContinental Marseille – Hotel Dieu is a spectacular 5-star hotel housed in a historic 18th-century former hospital. Perched on the hill of Le Panier, the city’s oldest district, the building itself is a protected monument with a past stretching back to the Middle Ages. Its majestic stone architecture, complete with monumental staircases, creates an unforgettable first impression for any visitor.
While the historic exterior remains faithfully preserved, the interiors were transformed by renowned designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. He masterfully blended the building’s heritage with contemporary luxury, creating spaces that feel both grand and modern. A fascinating hidden detail is found in the hotel’s cultural space, where you can see the remains of a 12th-century chapel and a 1st-century BCE Roman mosaic floor discovered during construction.
The hotel is famous for its massive terrace, which offers what many consider the best views in Marseille. From here, guests can enjoy a drink while gazing directly across at the Old Port and the iconic Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, affectionately known as “La Bonne Mère.”
Location-wise, you couldn’t ask for a better spot to explore. The winding, colorful streets of Le Panier are right at your doorstep, and you are just a short stroll from the MuCEM and the historic Fort Saint-Jean. Whether you are walking down to the bustling fish markets or heading to the nearby cathedral, the hotel serves as a perfect, elegant anchor for your Mediterranean getaway.
Expert reviews
“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.
“The luxurious Hôtel-Dieu is perched just behind Marseille’s Hôtel de Ville, overlooking the Vieux Port from Le Panier. This five-star hotel occupies what was once an 18th-century hospital—and history oozes from every pore. It’s now managed by the InterContinental Group with aplomb.”
“Centuries of history get a creative modern makeover in one of Marseille’s most beautiful landmarks, a palatial 18th-century hospital exquisitely restored to five-star hotel standards. If the budget won’t stretch to a stay, check out the bar-brasserie; it’s one of the best in town.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
- Great breakfast
- Free Wifi
- Friendly staff
- Private parking
Location
Recent guest reviews
18 November 2025
Our stay became more memorable with this charming hotel and its very helpful and friendly staff, special thanks to conci
The property itself, the building, the view, the location, and especially the staff
Nothing
26 October 2025
N/a
The whole experience of being in the hotel was relaxing and comfortable with all of the staff being personable and attentive.
Nothing
22 October 2025
Highly recommended.
The hotel was beautiful, and the beds were the BEST I've EVER slept in. Like nothing else! Staff were super lovely and welcoming.
Would have loved a better view.... I always seem to get an inside room.
12 October 2025
perfect
everything is OK
30 September 2025
Best place to stay in Marseille
Great location and nice rooms and great staff.
Could do with a sun terrace and could do with the gym being updated.
15 September 2025
Exceptional
Location.
14 September 2025
Fabulous
Wet clean and lovely grounds
12 September 2025
Exceptional
Everything
Nothing
10 September 2025
Beautiful property in the historic center of Marseille, perfect location for a weekend getaway
Location was excellent, close to nice restaurants, wine bars, and cafes as well as tourist attractions such as the Vieux Port and the Mucem
The room itself was nice and spacious but it overlooked an alleyway and there was a huge amount of noise in the early morning hours that took away from the overall experience
7 September 2025
Beautiful hotel in a good location
The hotel is in a very good location, great views and a good breakfast. We really enjoyed our time there, beautiful hotel and very friendly staff
7 September 2025
Exceptional
Nothing better than good products!! Byredo toiletries just added to the luxury.
31 August 2025
Very good
Lovely hotel, location and ataff
26 August 2025
nice hotel but expensive
good location. nice staff. very clean
very expensive for what you get. very very soft sleeping pillows
24 August 2025
Staff are very friendly and helpful, location is perfect . Beautiful hotel .
Perfect location
Spa isn’t easy to reach , 20 mins to get a call Answered . Swimming Pool has to be booked
19 August 2025
Sumptuous breakfast . Clean but slightly dated rooms . The view from breakfast is dreamy .
The proximity to the port and Le Panier. Stunning views.
I didn’t like the reservation /vibe of the pool. It was off putting for families.
16 August 2025
Good location good hotel
We came several times
Pricy
16 August 2025
Exceptional
Property looks and feels luxurious, staff is attentive, terrace bar is inviting and a great option if you want to stay in.
The need to reserve the pool
7 August 2025
Perfect position, lovely staff, beautiful room with super view
Position, architecture, staff. Room was spectacular
As above
5 August 2025
We travelled all over the world, this was the best holidays partly and mostly because of the hotel.
The location, the room was amazing, the breakfast location, the service.
The light smell of painting in the room.
3 August 2025
A very pleasant stay.
The location was a great setting. Shame we didn't have longer staying there as I would have liked to use the facilities more.
Nothing really. It was all good.
21 July 2025
Fabulous
Location.
Food. Lack of exterior pool.
7 July 2025
This is a beautiful hotel in a great location
Loved the location and our balcony was amazing!
The spa was a disappointment- weird setup, hard to get to and a maze of elevators in the lower levels of the hotel. You have to make an appointment even to use the pool
7 July 2025
Luxury, stylish, super helpful and friendly staff, great location, great views.
The hotel is classy and views from the first floor terrace are beautiful. The rooms are exceptional and very comfortable. I stayed one night at another hotel in Marseille with friends during my stay and was very happy to return to the InterContinental for my last few days as it felt like luxury. The staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating.
I did not have time to go to the spa but if there had been an outdoor pool then I would have used it.
6 July 2025
A perfect location in a historial building ! Gorgeous view.right by the water
Perfect location
It needs to keep pool open longer
4 July 2025
Perfect stay in Marseille
The hotel was grand and stately on top of the hill overlooking Marseiile. The room was quiet, spacious and so comfortable. Loved everything about this hotel. A real highlight.
Our only mistake is we didn’t dine at the beautiful terrace. Our regret. The views looked amazing. We missed it!
2 July 2025
Exceptional
Beautiful hotel! View from our balcony was breathtaking! Staff was helpful. Restaurants were very good. Good location for walking.
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25 June 2025
We really enjoyed our stay and this will be our future stay hotel in Marseilles
The restaurant and bar patio
The steps up from the marina after a long dinner
16 June 2025
very comfortable
very comfortable bed and spacious room
16 June 2025
Fabulous
Location
Under staffed for the amount of guests on occasions and this made staff visible stressed !
3 June 2025
Perfect stay in the true Palace of Marseille
Great property in an amazing historical building perfectly renovated. Cannot beat the location or the view on Vieux Port and the Bonne Mere from the expansive terrace.
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2 June 2025
Perfect day in Marseille. Perfect hotel. Beyond expectations!
It was perfect. Better than in pictures!
Everything.
24 May 2025
Pleasant stay
Great location
Pillows were not comfortable
10 May 2025
Fabulous
Location
Nothing
16 April 2025
Peaceful
The entrance
Breakfast in room was nearly $100. I thought it was included.
12 April 2025
Luxurious stay
Excellent hotel, very clean and comfortable
11 April 2025
Absolutely stunning.
Beautiful hotel. Great staff. The buffet breakfast was exceptional.
There’s over 100 stairs to get to the hotel from the old port.
26 March 2025
Very good breakfast, comfortable bed, large room, excellent location, quiet and very clean.
Very good breakfast, comfortable bed, large room, excellent location, quiet and very clean.
Right at the arrival, we were asked to establish a deposit of 1600 euros, in addition to the full payment of the room for 7 nights (in advance, plus city tax). Apparently, to cover expenditures in the hotel: minibar, restaurant, etc. I told to the receptionist, that this is excessive, the answer was that, this is the procedure. After a long negotiations, I deposited 550 euros, which was returned 3 days after departure. As a revenge, we spent 0 euro in the hotel.
18 March 2025
A luxury hotel with an easy breezy feel.
Such a beautiful old building with modern but in keeping design throughout the inside.
11 March 2025
We found the hotel and the location are lovely.
Lovely hotel. Great bar and hors d'oeuvre offerings. Fabulous breakfast. Pricey hotel but worth it.
nothing
22 February 2025
A visit to Marseille
- the location was good - dine in had some delicious options - staff were professional…mostly - the balcony is incredible - smart tv is a plus - valet service is great - overall structure is grand - had an issue with the room and was upgraded up to par with all 5 star hotels
- it’s a little bit tiresome to visit the center since the hotel is on high ground - hygiene could’ve been better - the problem in my first room could’ve been avoided
18 February 2025
Valentin Weekend
Good location
Room is outdated.
3 February 2025
Excellent service in a lovely hotel. Great base to tour Provence for a week
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We based ourselves at the hotel for a week, while we toured around Provence. Hotel lovely; breakfast great; services all great (house keeping, breakfast; front desk; concierge). All services great. Breakfast is really good - food and service. Naima’s crepes are the standout!!!
21 January 2025
Excellent and Comfortable Stay. Would love to come again
Everything. Staffs were very nice, polite and helpful. Rooms very very nice. Properly Heated.
Everything
2 January 2025
Perfect stay in Marseille
Great place, great staff, amazing services.
Nothing.
12 December 2024
Very good
Beautiful hotel and location with a view
Charging €39 for 1 nights parking is excessive, having paid over €300 to stay there
7 December 2024
Exceptional
Place very good centre clean good staff
7 December 2024
Quiet elegance without being overpowering, just perfect.
Spectacular view, breakfast until 10:30, unobtrusive, friendly and helpful service, this is THE hotel in Marseille and we will definitely come back.
There was nothing not to like.
26 November 2024
Expensive but a great room and view
Excellent views. We were lucky to be upgraded to a room at the front with a patio overlooking the harbour. Bedroom excellent, bathroom very good.
Minor point, the staff at breakfast couldn’t seem to make a good coffee. Asked for a latte, should t be difficult for a 5 star hotel! The first cup brought was cold, second cup was black coffee with a jug of warm milk, third attempt was hot but bitter coffee.
23 November 2024
Excellent location, beautiful amenities and value for money
This accommodation was perfect for our needs. The location was excellent and the room very spacious. The staff were efficient and friendly. The breakfast was fantastic. We would definitely stay here again. Warm regards, Kate and Garry
Nothing to improve
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box (additional charge)
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Packed lunches
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
Activities
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Fitness centre
- - Solarium
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hammam
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Hot spring bath (additional charge)
- - Beauty services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make-up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Massage chair
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Bike tours (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment & family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Face masks for guests available

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30 November 2025
Excellence