C2 Hotel, Marseille

C2 Hotel is just an 8-minute walk from the Old Port in an area currently undergoing a renaissance, so it offers a peaceful escape from the busy city with its secluded interior garden and a unique spa with a swimming pool nestled between the walls. This 19th-century mansion is a beautiful blend of delicately renovated historical features and contemporary design. A notable highlight of the hotel is its exclusive beach on an island in the bay of Marseille—a surprising feature that gives this place its authenticity.

C2 Hotel offers about 20 spacious, bright rooms, each one different, displaying a balance of comfort, simplicity, and refinement. The decor is minimalistic, featuring wood and white Corian elements. The furnishings are purposely shorter and low to emphasize the rooms' open-plan volumes and height. Units are thoughtfully designed, with carpet uniquely superimposing photographs of old walls of Marseille buildings and aerial views of the city center. Bathrooms are furnished with large walk-in showers, and the Deluxe Rooms, located on the Pierre Puget side, even feature a raw brick wall left untouched by the renovation.

At C2 Hotel, you're in for a treat when it comes to dining and relaxation. The hotel's buffet breakfast gets approval from past kimkim travelers for its generous spread of homemade sweet and savory dishes, while the tapas menu is available from noon. The relaxation area is the ideal place to recharge or unwind. Facilities include a heated relaxation pool, whirlpool, hammam, multi-sensory showers, and a herbal tea room. If you're seeking further indulgence, body massages and aesthetic facial treatments are available.