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Sofitel Marseille Vieux-PortvsHermes
Sofitel Marseille Vieux-Port and Hermes are both highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Sofitel Marseille Vieux-Port is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hermes. Sofitel Marseille Vieux-Port comes in at 94 with accolades from 10 publications including Frommer's, Concierge and Condé Nast Traveler.
Sofitel Marseille Vieux-Port
Frommer's
Concierge
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Oyster
Gayot
The Telegraph
Fodor's
36, boulevard Charles Livon, 13007 Marseille
From $203/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Marseille's first five-star hotel is a glistening, modern palace standing above the embankments of the old port." Full review
Concierge "A superbly located four-star on the harbor (though, despite the name, not really within the Vieux Port), the Sofitel exudes all the charm for which cement-block chain properties are famous."
Jetsetter "Marseille’s hottest address, with unrivaled views of the city, lavish guestrooms and an award-winning breakfast." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "In the historic center of Marseille, "the Sofitel is a beautiful oasis in an old city"—within walking distance of Notre-Dame de la Garde and the old port." Full review
Star Service "This remains the most stylish and steadfast service-oriented hotel on the second tier. It is known as a standout commercial address, a reputation it works hard to preserve." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Smart, stylish, and seriously upscale, the Sofitel Marseille Vieux-Port was once the only true luxury hotel in town." Full review
Gayot "The view of the town across the Old Port is superb. The Sofitel's fine, large rooms offer functional comfort and modern equipment."
The Telegraph9.0
"Expect reliable top-class standards and an airy, modern design from this five-star chain hotel." Full review
Fodor's "Its plum location next to the beautiful Palais de Pharo and park and its legendary service already raised this 5-star luxury hotel to a great deal more than standard issue." Full review
Hermes
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide Fodor's Oyster
2 rue Bonneterie, 13002 Marseille
From $91/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast buffet
Lonely Planet "Nothing to do with the Paris design house, this excellent-value hotel has a rooftop terrace with panoramic Vieux Port views." Full review
Rough Guide "Two-star in a superb position just off the Vieux Port, with plain but comfortable rooms with flatscreen TV."
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." Full review
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Ask for one of the fifth-floor rooms with tiny balconies overlooking the port—or the crow's nest "nuptiale" double with private rooftop terrace.
OysterBudget
"The stylish two-pearl Hermes Hotel is one of the best stays in its range, with a prime location only a block from the Vieux Port in central Marseille." Full review
