Maison d'hôtes - Maison Olea

La Maison Olea offers three rooms on the first floor: two double rooms and a Superior Suite. Each has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, as well as a desk, a hairdryer, a fan and heating. Both double rooms overlook the garden, while the suite has a separate bedroom. All three rooms accommodate up to two people and have a large double bed.

The double rooms differ in size: one measures 18 m² and the other 25 m². The Superior Suite is the largest, at 37 m², and has a separate bedroom area. Bathrooms come with free toiletries, towels and a toilet. The rooms are on an upper floor accessible by stairs only. Bed linen is provided in every room. This layout suits solo travellers or couples looking for their own space after exploring Marseille.

The house has a garden, a terrace and outdoor furniture, with spaces where you can sit as you please. The shared lounge opens onto the covered terrace and inner patio; the garden offers another place to take a break between visits. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Heating is provided in the rooms and communal areas, and the rooms are equipped with fans.

Luggage storage is available. Daily housekeeping is provided, and special diet menus can be prepared on request. Breakfast is among the services offered at the house. Public parking is available nearby; it may incur a charge and cannot be reserved in advance. The rooms are non-smoking, and the upper floors are accessible by stairs only. The smoking area is separate from the non-smoking areas.

Marseille's 1st arrondissement combines shopping streets, historic façades and neighbourhood life around the Canebière. This is a lively urban area with good metro links and pleasant streets to explore on foot, from central squares to museums. Travellers who want to explore the centre without relying on a car for every journey will find it a convenient place to stay.

The church of Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, known as the Église des Réformés, is a landmark in the neighbourhood. Marseille-Saint-Charles railway station is 670 m away and serves regional and national routes. Palais Longchamp, 850 m away, houses the Musée des Beaux-Arts and the Muséum d'Histoire naturelle in a monumental complex with gardens. The Vieux-Port, 1.0 km away, is a place to stroll among the boats and along the quays; you can also visit the fish market and continue towards the seafront. The Réformés - Canebière and Noailles metro stations make it easy to get around the city.

For a day of sightseeing, plan a walk through the historic centre, followed by a visit to the Vieux-Port and MuCEM, a museum dedicated to the civilisations of the Mediterranean. The Panier neighbourhood is a chance to explore narrow streets, squares and colourful façades; the beaches to the south can be reached by public transport or car. Marseille is worth visiting all year round: bright spring and autumn days are well suited to walks, while summer invites you to alternate city sightseeing with time by the sea. In hot weather, plan walks for the morning or late afternoon.