Hôtel - Restaurant & Spa La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine

The six categories range from the Classic Double Room to the suites, as well as a 170 m² detached villa. The Classic and Privilege rooms measure 23 and 25 m² respectively; the latter stands out for its garden view and bathtub. Both categories also have air conditioning, a coffee machine and a minibar.

The 40 m² Suite combines views of the garden and swimming pool with a bathtub and sofa bed. The 33 m² Junior Suite has a separate lounge, while the 68 m² Family Suite offers a garden view and two large double beds. For a group stay, the villa brings together three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a living area. The accommodation is air-conditioned; the higher categories feature garden views, a sitting area or a bathtub. A coffee machine and minibar are among the in-room amenities.

The outdoor swimming pool overlooks a garden with a terrace and furniture for enjoying the sun. The wellness area brings together a spa, sauna and hot tub; massages, a massage chair and spa packages are also available. For relaxation, the hotel also has a spa and relaxation area. Free private parking is available on site without prior reservation, and free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the hotel.

The restaurant, bar and on-site café offer several dining options, with children's menus and menus for special diets available on request. Breakfast is served as a buffet and can also be enjoyed in your room. The rooms are equipped with a coffee machine and minibar. The garden, terraces and sun loungers complete the communal areas. A 24-hour reception, luggage storage and concierge service are also available. Pets are allowed on request, and a supplement may apply; pet bowls and baskets are available.

Gémenos is a Provençal village at the foot of the Sainte-Baume massif, east of Marseille. Its centre is arranged around lanes, squares and the Halle des Arcades; the hills and wooded areas quickly give the surroundings a more rural character. The area suits travellers looking to combine village walks, outings in nature and trips to the coast. Jardin d’Albertas, with its paths and ponds, makes for a peaceful stop a few minutes from the centre.

Château d'Albertas and Parc d'Albertas are in Gémenos, while Calanques National Park offers limestone cliffs and coves towards the coast. Cassis is a place to discover the harbour and the calanques on foot or by boat. Aubagne, known for its links to Marcel Pagnol and the santon-making tradition, is accessible by road; its railway station is 4.7 km away. Marseille-Provence Airport is 34 km away. Marseille is also within reach for its museums, Vieux-Port and historic neighbourhoods.

Walks in the Sainte-Baume hills are particularly suited to spring and autumn, when temperatures are milder. In summer, plan walks for early in the day and save the afternoons for the swimming pool or a visit in the shade. An outing could combine the lanes of Aubagne with a walk along the Cassis coast; spring is also a good time to stroll through the Albertas gardens. A car makes it easier to explore the region's villages, trails and beaches.