Hotel Hermes, Marseille

Hotel Hermes - A budget-friendly stay near the Old Port with rooftop views and modern amenities

Located 35 meters from the Vieux Port in central Marseille, Hotel Hermes features 29 non-smoking rooms, including a honeymoon suite with a balcony and five-star views, three terrace rooms with bay windows, and 16 double rooms with partial port views. Each room includes free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, air conditioning, and premium bedding. The hotel offers a rooftop terrace and solarium with panoramic views of the Old Port, Notre Dame de la Garde, and the city. A continental breakfast is served daily at Hotel Hermes, and the rooftop bar operates from April to September, Tuesday through Saturday. Public transportation, including metro and bus stops, is easily accessible, and the hotel is a 5-minute walk from Marseille Saint-Charles train station.

Pros

Rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Old Port and Notre Dame de la Garde.

Prime location just 35 meters from the Vieux Port, with easy access to shops and restaurants.

Free Wi-Fi and modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs and air conditioning in all rooms.

Family-friendly atmosphere with 24-hour reception and luggage storage.

Pet-friendly policy for an additional fee (€9 per day).

Cons

The rooftop bar is only open seasonally (April to September).

Some rooms require climbing stairs from the 5th floor to access the rooftop terrace.