Le Petit Nice

Marseille’s waterfront is a scene all its own, with colourful port buildings and the sparkling Mediterranean beyond. But a stay here in the warm summer months means that a hotel with a pool is essential, especially after a day out seeing the sights. We've scoured the best accommodation in the city and found properties where you can chill by a rooftop pool overlooking the Old Port, hide away in a quiet boutique spot, or splash out at a five-star resort with all the amenities. Many have great bars, tasty restaurants, and stylish rooms. Whether you’re here for a romantic escape, a family trip, or just to soak up the city’s vibe, Marseille’s best hotels with pools deliver.

For families

nhow Marseille

  • nhow Marseille is full of personality, with bold street art and quirky installations that are fun for the whole family. Relax by the outdoor pool, grab a drink at the bar, or head out to nearby beaches, the Corniche, and Marseille’s top sights. Expect modern family rooms with balconies and child-friendly activities during school holidays.

For a secluded retreat

Hotel 96

  • Hotel 96 is tucked in a quiet 19th-century house just outside Marseille. It's a haven of low-key luxury here, with bright, contemporary rooms and a pool surrounded by a lush green garden with sun loungers. Explore the Parc des Calanques in the morning, then relax in the sauna or on the sun terrace for the rest of the afternoon.

For romance

Les Bords de Mer

  • Set on Catalans Beach, every room at Les Bords de Mer comes with sea views and a private terrace. Couples can unwind together at the spoiling spa with indoor pool, sip cocktails at sunset at the rooftop bar, then enjoy fresh seafood at the trendy restaurant. With the coast, city sights, and nearby museums just steps away, it’s the perfect place for a romantic escape.

For a five-star

Hotel C2

  • Right on the waterfront, Le Petit Nice offers sea views and a leafy terrace that's ideal for sipping cocktails. The outdoor pool looks out over the horizon, and the three Michelin-star restaurant serves inventive dishes. Rooms are contemporary and inviting, making it ideal for an indulgent five-star stay by the sea.
  • Housed in a grand 19th century mansion, the five-star Hotel C2 pairs old-world charm with modern design. Interiors give a calm and minimalist vibe, featuring a serene spa and indoor pool. The buzzing cocktail bar and spaces filled with art keep things lively. The Old Port is just a short stroll away, making it perfect for a stylish city getaway.

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Written by Amelia Shirley

Best Marseille Hotels with Pools

Le Petit Nice

Marseille (Marseilles )

A waterfront five-star hotel and restaurant. Spectacular views and calming ambiance extend to the cocktail bar, leafy terrace, swimming pool, famous Gérald Passédat restaurant and spacious rooms. Immaculate and simple, decorated in a lovely contemporary style.

  • Views - Incredible spot overlooking the sea. Gaze into the horizon with the Château d’If and the Planier lighthouse in the background
  • Restaurant - The only three-Michelin-star establishment in town, it’s by some way the most inventive on this stretch of coast
  • Fishing - Calanque de Morgiou has been famed for tuna fishing since 1622.
  • Sights nearby - Visit the old port of Marseilles.
from $302 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel 96

Marseille

An excellent hotel set in a beautiful secluded 19th century house, on the outskirts of Marseilles. Designed with modern interiors, the rooms are sleek and stylish with uncomplicated decorations. Perfectly placed for exploring Marseille or the national park to the south.

  • Local exploring - Set just outside Marseilles, it's perfect for exploring the city and also the Calanques National Park.
  • Sights nearby - The hotel is located less than a mile from Parc du Roy d'Espagne.
  • Swimming Pool
from $123 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel C2

Marseille

A sharp snazzy five-star hotel in Marseille's city centre. The Haussman-style townhouse features ornate period ceiling frescos, side by side with cutting edge contemporary design furnishings. The deluxe suites, excellent restaurant, vibrant music bar and heavenly spa, exude a quiet sense of luxury.

  • City Style - A charming 19th-century mansion, turned chic contemporary urban retreat, filled with funky design details and orginal features.
  • Local exploring - Just minutes from the Vieux Port, surrounded by smart boutiques and cool cafes, it's the perfect base for exploring Marseille.
  • Sights nearby - The Old Port of Marseille and Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica are ten minutes walk from the hotel.
  • Spa
from $318 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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nhow Marseille

Marseille (La Corniche)

A quirky hotel with street art and showpiece installations to enthral those with a taste for contemporary urban art. Rooms are chic and modern with many boasting balcony views of the sea. Guests can make use of a fully-equipped gym or relax by the pool with a drink from the bar.

  • Families - With family rooms and child-friendly activities during school holidays, this is a great place to bring the kids
  • City Style - This stylish property in the heart of Marseille features unique designs from a host of famous architects
  • Short break - Marseille Provence airport is less than an hour away so you can relax into holiday mode in no time
  • Business meetings - nHow offers 14 meeting rooms in this alternative setting
from $218 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Les Bords de Mer

Marseille (La Corniche)

This luxury hotel sits directly on the seafront on Catalans Beach in Marseilles. All guestrooms have sea views and a private terrace, complemented by azure drapes and crisp white linens. Head to the rooftop pool before dinner at the stylish seafood restaurant, perfect for a romantic getaway.

  • Beach Life - Set on the beach in Marseilles, with sea views from every room, book this hotel for your next seaside getaway in the Côte d'Azur
  • Romantic Break - With airy and bright suites, a rooftop bar and pool and a sleek spa, book this hotel for an indulgent romantic break
  • Local exploring - This hotel's location is ideal for local exploring, offering easy access to the coast and to the city centre
  • Spa
from $222 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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