Marseille

It's the newly crowned queen of the city, and all but the most die-hard Accor loyalists have jumped ship to immerse themselves in the true deluxe standards offered here. — Star Service

Marseille’s hottest address, with unrivaled views of the city, lavish guestrooms and an award-winning breakfast. — Jetsetter

This welcoming four-star hotel, located directly beside the harbor, pays homage to the 1950s in its space-age design, yet it feels completely modern. — Frommer's

The brainchild of Serge Trigano, son of Gilbert (Club Med creator), this affordable-chic new kid on the block opened with a bang in 2012. — Lonely Planet

Nevertheless, while this hotel may have seen better days, it still possesses a privileged aura for old and new money. For Michelin fans that follow the stars, this is a handsome stop. — Star Service

This stylish, well-run, centrally located boutique-hotel cuts a deep moat around the competition and cements Accor's domination of the market in Marseille. — Star Service

Sleek with stunning 360-degree views of the bay and the islands, this white-on-white modern hotel offers designs by Starck, Zanotta, and Emu. — Fodor's

Original features and incredibly reasonable rates will leave architecture enthusiasts thrilled to stay within Le Corbusier’s modernist Cité Radieuse, one of the 20th century’s most iconic buildings. — The Telegraph

Marrakech-meets-Marseille at this Moorish inspired backstreet hotel. — Frommer's

This tranquil retreat, built after World War II, lies atop a cliff along the corniche, about 3km (2 miles) east of the Vieux Port. — Frommer's

This funky little bed-and-breakfast is not only one of Marseille’s great bargains, it’s also utterly unique. — Frommer's

— Michelin Guide

Brilliantly set up for conferences and business travel, though its leisure facilities and fabulous location also make it attractive if you’re just in pursuit of pure pleasure. — The Telegraph

This new-wave b&b is a bit like staying with a flamboyant distant cousin thanks to the stellar hosting skills of owner Bernadette Rochat. — The Telegraph

Located close to the port, this hotel lies in a six-story, turn-of-the-20th-century building. — Frommer's

Set back from the port in the heart of the shopping district, this cozy, charming little hotel offers a warm reception and a homey breakfast room–cum–bar. — Fodor's

Although the rooms are rather snug, this modest city hotel is right around the corner from the Quai du Port and is a good value. — Fodor's

An elegant, peaceful country-house hotel on the edge of France’s boisterous second city. — The Telegraph

Done up in neutral tones, the rooms have fluffy pillows, flat-screen TVs, and iPhone docking stations. — Fodor's