At the doorstep of Old Port of Marseille, Novotel Marseille Vieux Port offers an eco-friendly retreat with a poolside bar and Magâté, a French cuisine restaurant with outdoor seating. Soak up the sun at the seasonal outdoor pool or unwind on the sun-kissed terrace while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about this property's first-rate condition.
36 Boulevard Charles Livon, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone, 13007
What's nearby
Pharo Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Catalan Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Grand Port Maritime de Marseille - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Velodrome Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
Marseille - Provence Airport (MRS) - 21 min drive
Arenc Euroméditerranée Station - 4 min drive
Arenc Le Silo Tram Station - 5 min drive
Marseille-Blancarde Station - 7 min drive
Vieux-Port Station - 16 min walk
Estrangin Station - 22 min walk
Colbert Metro Station - 24 min walk
Restaurants
Patisserie Confiserie le Trianon - 3 min walk
La Plage - 5 min walk
Restaurant du Rowing Club - 3 min walk
Rowing Club de Marseille - 3 min walk
O'2 Pointus - 5 min walk
About this property
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port puts you within a 10-minute drive of Velodrome Stadium and Grand Port Maritime de Marseille. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Magâté, which serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This eco-friendly hotel also features a poolside bar, a 24-hour fitness centre and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers love the overall property condition.
Languages
Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
110 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured covered on-site self-parking (EUR 25 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Beach nearby
Use of nearby fitness centre
Bike rentals nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Conference space (1184 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness centre
Seasonal outdoor pool
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Magâté – This poolside restaurant specialises in French cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Magâté – On-site bar. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.25 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 23 per person
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 50 (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 31 October to 15 April:
Swimming pool
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Parking
Covered self-parking costs EUR 25 per night
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from April to October
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Also known as
Marseille Vieux Port Novotel
Novotel Hotel Marseille Vieux Port
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port
Accor Marseille Vieux Port
Marseille Novotel
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port Hotel Marseille
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port Hotel
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port Hotel
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port Marseille
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port Hotel Marseille
Frequently asked questions
Does Novotel Marseille Vieux Port offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Novotel Marseille Vieux Port does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Novotel Marseille Vieux Port?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Novotel Marseille Vieux Port?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Novotel Marseille Vieux Port?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 25 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Marseille Vieux Port?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 50 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Novotel Marseille Vieux Port and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Marseille Vieux Port?
Yes, Magâté offers French cuisine and poolside dining.
What's the area around Novotel Marseille Vieux Port like?
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port is in 7th Arrondissement, a short 4-minute walk from Pharo Palace and 6 minutes' walk from Catalan Beach.
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Novotel Marseille Vieux Port Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The pool was large, enjoyable, and offered plenty of deck chairs with a great view of the surrounding area. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul, 2025
Perfect stay
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr, 2025
Nice hotel
Rehan
Rehan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Feb, 2025
Perfect
Mounir
Mounir, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Aug, 2024
Love the location !!! Great Pool !!
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jun, 2023
Good hotel
Brian
Brian, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Apr, 2023
Easy walking to the old port tourist area, a beach and several sunset viewing points.
Frank O'Brien
Frank O'Brien, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jun, 2024
It was great
marc
marc, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
1 Apr, 2024
Room was hot and nothing special for the price / good location and clean
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Sept, 2023
Very nice stuff, clean room, delicious breakfast. Close to old port.
Atena
10/10 Exceptional
20 Aug, 2023
Excellent service from room service and the servers. Armin and Mustafa were amazing servers. Thank you all for making us feel comfortable in your hotel.
William
William, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
30 Oct, 2023
The hotel is aged and musty.
Miguel
6/10 Good
17 Jul, 2022
Expensive food and not and good, the hotel had better days.
Luis
Luis, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 Sept, 2022
Close to beach and supermarket, but rooms were not as tidy or fancy.
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Oct, 2022
All perfect
Omar J.
Omar J., 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
23 Sept, 2024
Dated hotel inside and out. The room furnishings were so low plastic garbage cans that are very small and so cheap they don’t open. The towels were old and worn. Asked for more water for the room the only suggestion was walk to a market. The restaurants were closed I even tried to buy a bottle. Felt like a budget one star hotel.
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Apr, 2023
Novotel Vieux Port Exellent
Room was spacious and kept very clean. Buffet breakfast was great. Lots to choose from. Location was excellent.Away from noise of busy tourist and business area, but within a 15 minute walk of them. Pool was very enjoyable - large with plenty of deck chairs. Great view of Marseille port from terrace. Staff very friendly and helpful. Excellent fitness facility -lots of exercise machines to work out on. Recommended for a pleasant and relaxing stay.
Doug
Doug, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
26 Sept, 2024
Hotel had the best location.
BUT…. The Staff,EXCEPT Solange, who was very kind and helpfull, needs training to be more helpful to guests.
Also, the hotel needs an URGENT remodeling/refurnish of the bathrooms. DISGUSTING! Mold all Over it!
Can’t understand how come a hotel chain as Novotel allows the hotel operador function with áreas in such a poor condition.
The lamp bulb on the desk was “intermitent”. Fixed but not for long.
Anamilena
Anamilena, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
25 May, 2024
We were entirely dissatisfied with the Queen room we were given. It was on the ground floor, in a dingy area of the hotel with no view and no natural light. The room itself was dated and unappealing. We would not stay here again.
Georgia
Georgia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Mar, 2023
Very difficult to find this hotel at night, we were driving a vehicle and there was lots of construction. We arrived at 830 pm, parking was in a secure structure on the premise. Restaurant was not open but it was a 15 minute walk to the port with lots of restaurants. Room was average more like a 3 star. Walkable to everything in the city. Lots of basilicas and sightseeing.
Rebecca M
Rebecca M, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
5 Aug, 2024
Ok
Air conditioning didn’t work in room. Couldn’t check in until 4pm when 3pm was advertised
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar, 2023
Did not like the hair dryer
No space near the bed
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
25 Nov, 2024
Extremely Disappointing Stay for a Global Chain
I am deeply disappointed with my recent stay at this hotel, especially given that it is part of a well-known global chain with properties in many countries and cities. The experience fell far below the standards I expected from such a reputable brand.
There was mould in the bathtub, which was both unpleasant and unhygienic. The hair dryer’s casing was broken, rendering it unsafe to use. The ventilation fan was covered in thick dust, suggesting a lack of proper cleaning and maintenance. To make matters worse, several wall fixtures were loose and appeared at risk of falling, which was a serious safety concern.
For a global brand, this level of neglect is unacceptable. I hope the management takes urgent steps to address these issues, as they do not reflect the standards one would expect from an international hotel chain. Until improvements are made, I cannot recommend this property.
KA WING KELVIN
KA WING KELVIN, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Jul, 2025
God lokation
En sviptur til Marseille, som afslutning på en længere ferie. Hotellet ligger fint og er god standard.
Torben
Torben, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Jul, 2025
Veldig hjelpsomme
Bra renhold
Bra frokost
Betjent 24 timer
Noe som trekker litt ned er at det er rotter på hotell område. Men dette er et stort problem i hele Marseille
Per Morten
Per Morten, 7-night trip
6/10 Good
27 Jul, 2025
Leider hat es trotz Anfrage nicht geklappt mit 3-er Zimmer Hafenfront. Hätten ansonsten anderes Hotel gebucht