InterContinental Marseille Hotel Dieu

"This is a seriously good hotel - the rooms super spacious and comfortable. The bars and restaurants are superb. We had extremely good food during our stay and loved the terrace for drinks."

"We arrived in Marseille after 2 weeks of travel in France (Paris and Lyon, followed by a river cruise on the Rhone from Lyon to Arles). Ironically, we visited the Hotel Dieu - Hospices de Beaune, a similar property turned into a museum in Beaune. My love for the Europeans and their ability to preserve and transform historical locations into something beautiful that will last for many more generations is endless (think Notre Dame - which we also visited- and all the work that has gone into its delicate restoration, instead of just pronouncing it hopeless and tearing it down). This hotel is positively spectacular. When I walk into a place like this, I am overwhelmed by the architecture and history, and don’t tend to give much thought to the rest. But in this case, the rest matches its glorious beauty. The comfortable, thoughtfully appointed rooms (and I was staying in a classic room, so I can only imagine what the suites must be look like), the dining, the service, front desk, the concierge who was incredibly helpful (he arranged a boat trip to Calanques for us that day, and also gave me a brochure on the history of the hotel), the bell staff - everyone was amazing. The breakfast buffet was well worth the price. We ate dinner in the hotel as well. The location of the restaurants and bar are superb, and have a great view of Notre Dame Gard. Wonderful cocktail menu. Our only regret was that we didn’t stay another night, but we needed to return home. Loved it!"

"Beautiful building, charming staff and a lovely, spacious room with balcony. Indoor pool and spa was a bit confusing to get to but very enjoyable. Location is outstanding - in the heart of Le Panier district and short walk to Port Vieux. Plenty of bars, restaurants and shops nearby. It was an easy 15 minute walk with bags from SNCF Charles station. Highly recommended"