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Sofitel Marseille Vieux-PortvsPetit Nice Passedat Hotel
Both Petit Nice Passedat and Sofitel Marseille Vieux-Port are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Sofitel Marseille Vieux-Port is the choice of most reviewers compared to Petit Nice Passedat. Sofitel Marseille Vieux-Port ranks #1 in Marseille with approval from 10 reviewers including Fodor's, Concierge and Gayot.
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
Petit Nice Passedat Hotel Frommer's Fodor's Star Service Gayot The Telegraph
Hideaway Report
Anse de Maldorme - Corniche J.F. Kennedy, 13007 Marseille
From $371/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This luxurious residence opened in 1917 when the Passédat family joined two villas in a secluded area below the street paralleling the beach." Full review
Fodor's "On a rocky promontory overlooking the sea, this fantasy villa was bought from a countess in 1917 and converted to a sleek hotel-restaurant." Full review
Star Service "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." Full review
Gayot "Set in a stunningly beautiful and peaceful spot overlooking the sea, Le Petit Nice has a handful of lovely, comfortable, and extremely expensive rooms."
The Telegraph8.0
"A villa-like hotel with an air of sophisticated decadence in Marseille, on a rocky promontory – almost a bridge-head into the Med." Full review
Hideaway Report94.0
"This intimate 16-room hotel occupies a handsome whitewashed Belle Epoque villa on a stony promontory overlooking the Mediterranean in a quiet residential district of Marseille." Full review
