Sofitel Marseille Vieux-Port

The eight categories include double and twin rooms, rooms with a balcony or terrace, and suites with a seating area. Floor areas range from 28 to 90 m². Several rooms overlook the sea and the Vieux-Port, while others look out over the inner courtyard. The port-view categories stand out for their aspect and, in some cases, a balcony or terrace.

Air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofing, a coffee machine and a minibar are among the amenities in several rooms. Some categories include a bath, a shower, a bathrobe or slippers. The suites are in a category of their own: the Opéra Suite combines port views with a seating area, while the Prestige Suite has a seating area and is on a higher floor. Beds range from a large double bed and an extra-large double bed to single beds.

The spa and wellness centre bring together a range of treatments and facilities: a hammam, sauna, hot tub, massages and a relaxation area. Facial and body treatments, hairdressing, manicures and waxing complete the offering. The gym lets you keep up your exercise routine during your stay. The terraces and outdoor furniture also provide places to sit outside.

The on-site restaurant and café serve meals, with children's menus and menus for special diets available on request. Breakfast can be served in your room; fruit, wine and champagne are also among the food and drink options. The bar completes the relaxation areas. The reception is open 24 hours a day, and luggage storage is available. The concierge service, private check-in and express check-out make arrangements easier. The indoor car park has access for guests with reduced mobility, and valet parking is available. The hotel has a lift and accessibility facilities.

The Pharo and Vieux-Port district occupies the waterfront south of Marseille's historic centre. Boulevard Charles Livon runs alongside the quays and the gardens of the Palais du Pharo, with open views over the port and the Mediterranean. The area has places to stroll, cultural venues and access to beaches. It suits visitors who want to combine city sightseeing, time by the water and discoveries of Marseille's heritage.

Fort Saint-Jean and the Mucem form a remarkable cultural complex at the entrance to the Vieux-Port; their exhibitions and outdoor spaces offer a chance to explore Mediterranean history and cultures. The Palais du Pharo, with its park and views over the port, is nearby. Catalans Beach offers a place to swim in the city, while the Vieux-Port is the departure point for boats to the Château d'If and the Frioul Islands. Vieux-Port metro station is 1.1 km away, and Marseille-Saint-Charles station is 2 km away. Marseille-Provence Airport is 18 km away.

For a day without a car, you can walk to the museums, follow the quays and then take the metro to the central districts. In summer, the beaches get busier, and the heat makes it worth planning walks for early or late in the day. Spring and autumn are good seasons for walking and enjoying the seaside terraces. For a boat trip, check departures to the Château d'If and the Calanques from the Vieux-Port.