Hôtel Villa M Marseille

The five categories range from the Classic Double Room to the Suite with Terrace. All have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and soundproofing. The rooms offer different views of the city, garden, sea or swimming pool; some include a balcony or terrace. Every room has a minibar.

The 26 m² Classic Double Room accommodates two people and overlooks the city. The 28 m² Superior Double Room with Terrace opens onto the garden. At 30 m², the Deluxe Double Room with Terrace combines a terrace with sea views and a sofa bed. The 52 m² Family Room accommodates up to four people. The suite is the largest option at 64 m² and includes a vestibule, a separate living room, a bedroom and a large terrace with views of the sea and swimming pool.

The restaurant serves lunch from Monday to Friday and offers seasonal cuisine. The buffet breakfast can be enjoyed in the restaurant, on the terrace or in your room; continental and vegetarian options, as well as a takeaway breakfast, are also available. The bar serves cocktails, and the menu includes children’s meals and special diet menus on request. There is also a café on site.

For relaxation, the hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, a spa with a sauna, hammam and hot tub, and a fitness centre. Fitness classes and individual personal training are available. The outdoor areas include a terrace and garden furniture. The reception is open 24 hours a day; luggage storage, a concierge service, daily housekeeping and room service are also available. Private indoor parking is available for a fee and must be reserved in advance. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.

The Prado district in southern Marseille combines Mediterranean beaches, gardens and residential neighbourhoods. The seafront promenade attracts walkers and cyclists, while the sandy beaches and landscaped areas of the Prado invite you to swim in season. Parc Borély, with its paths and gardens, offers another way to enjoy the outdoors in this district.

Château Borély houses the Museum of Decorative Arts, Faience and Fashion; its collections are displayed in an 18th-century residence set amid the park. Borély Beach and Bonneveine Beach are about 500 m from the hotel. Closer to the centre, Le Corbusier’s Cité radieuse offers a glimpse of modern Marseille architecture. Rond-Point du Prado metro station is 2 km away and connects the area with the central districts. Saint-Charles railway station is accessible by car, as are the Old Port and its quays.

For a day by the water, you can alternate between the beach and a stroll through the gardens, then head into the centre to visit the Old Port or the museums. The trails and coves of Calanques National Park offer a nature outing, with visiting conditions varying according to the season and fire risk. In summer, the beaches are lively and the Mediterranean sun is intense; spring and early autumn are often well suited to walks and city visits.