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Family-Friendly Aparthotels and Hotels in Marseille

For a family stay in Marseille, base yourself either around the Vieux-Port, where boats leave for the Frioul islands and the old town is walkable, or near the Prado beaches, where lawns, a playground and supervised water sit across the road. An aparthotel with a kitchen is the format I would pick in this city: 11 of the 24 family stays on this page are apartments or aparthotels, which makes early dinners and nap-time lunches easy when restaurants keep fixed service hours. Across those 24 addresses the average guest score is 8.72 out of 10, from 38,417 reviews, and seven score 9 or more. The choice that matters most is the district, not the star rating: the centre for sightseeing, the Prado for beach days, Saint-Charles for a short stay between trains.

Marseille is the oldest city in France and its second largest, a working port spread over hills, with the Frioul islands offshore and the Calanques to the south. For children that means boats, forts, ferries and rock pools rather than a seafront lined with funfairs. The city rewards families who accept some noise, a few slopes and public transport, and it frustrates those who expect to drive everywhere and park by the beach.

Updated October 16, 2026

Which Marseille district suits your family?

Marseille is a large, hilly port city rather than a beach resort, and families feel the difference. The centre is dense and busy, the sandy beaches are a metro and bus ride south, and parking near the sea in summer is very hard. Matching the district to your children's ages and to the way you arrive saves more time than any hotel facility.

The Vieux-Port is the easiest base with children who can walk. Les Appartements du Vieux Port, rated 9.5 out of 10 from 5,567 reviews, sits about 150 metres from the harbour and every unit has a full kitchen. From the quay, the RTM shuttle boats to the Frioul islands and the Château d'If leave from the Gare Maritime at 1 quai de la Fraternité, so an island morning needs no car and no transfer. The trade-off is noise: the harbour terraces stay lively late on summer evenings, so I would ask for a unit away from the quayside.

The Prado beaches are where Marseille families actually swim. Prado Nord has a playground and wide lawns, while the Escale Borély further south has the feel of a small seaside resort, with snack bars and supervised bathing in summer. Two stays here put you within walking distance of the sand: Comfort Aparthotel Marseille Prado, about 100 metres from the beach with an outdoor pool and kitchens, and the Bord de mer studio at Prado Plage, with direct beach access and a seasonal pool. You lose the stroll to the old town, which becomes a bus and metro ride.

A pool can rescue an afternoon when the mistral whips up the sea. Les Bords De Mer, a Fontenille Collection hotel on the Corniche rated 9.1, has a seasonal rooftop pool and a heated indoor pool, and many of its rooms have a private balcony. Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed also has a heated indoor pool, about 500 metres from the Terrasses du Port shopping centre, and New Hotel of Marseille, opposite the Pharo congress centre, has an outdoor pool. For a spring or autumn trip with small swimmers, I would favour the two heated indoor pools over the seasonal outdoor ones.

Arriving by TGV changes the calculation. Aparthotel Adagio Access Marseille Saint Charles is about 100 metres from Saint-Charles station, with kitchens or kitchenettes in its studios and apartments, which matters when you step off a long train with tired children and luggage. Residhome Marseille, in the Euromed and La Joliette district, is close to the ferry terminals for Corsica and a short metro or tram ride from the port. Neither is a beach-holiday base, but both work for two or three nights of sightseeing at the start or end of a trip.

Large families and grandparents travelling together have real options here. The Loft 130m2, rated 9.3 by 73 guests, sleeps ten people in a single unit, so nobody is split across two hotel rooms. DOMITYS La Badiane, rated 8.8 by 394 guests, is a serviced residence with apartments, a calmer choice when older relatives come along. And 14 of the 24 family stays on this page accept pets, useful when the dog is part of the holiday; a supplement may apply, and the conditions differ from one address to the next.

A traveler's take

With children under six, I would book an apartment near the Vieux-Port: the kitchen handles early meals, the boats to the Frioul leave from the quay, and nothing essential needs a car. With school-age children who want the sea every day, I would move to the Prado side and take the metro into town once or twice instead. I would not stay near Saint-Charles for more than a couple of nights, because the station district is practical rather than pleasant in the evening. And I would not hire a car for a city stay: driving to the beaches and hunting for parking in July is the classic mistake here.

Family-friendly

24 stays in Marseille

Suite privée du balcon du vieux port MarseilleFamily-friendly

Marseille

Suite privée du balcon du vieux port Marseille

Sea-view city aparthotel with balconies near the Old Port

Why guests love it

Suite privée du balcon du Vieux Port suits families who want apartment-style space with a hotel's backup in central Marseille. The 24-hour front desk and concierge help with late arrivals or questions, rooms are air-conditioned with balconies and sea views, and there is a sun terrace. Plage des Catalans is a short walk away for a beach afternoon with children, and Vieux Port metro station is close for longer outings. A 9.5 score from 45 reviews is excellent.

★★★★★4.8· 45 reviews
Les Appartements du Vieux PortFamily-friendly

Marseille

Les Appartements du Vieux Port

Modern city apartments steps from Marseille's Old Port

Why guests love it

Only 150 metres from the Old Port, Les Appartements du Vieux Port let families live in the centre of Marseille like residents. Each modern apartment has a fully equipped kitchen and a comfortable seating area, so breakfasts and dinners can be taken at home after a day on the quays. Free Wi-Fi is included, and pets are welcome. With more than 5,500 reviews and an average of 9.5, guests are clearly delighted with the location and the apartments.

★★★★★4.8· 5567 reviews
Loft 130m2 10pers idéal groupe familleFamily-friendly

Marseille

Loft 130m2 10pers idéal groupe famille

Spacious city apartment for groups and families with modern amenities

Why guests love it

This 130 m² loft in Marseille is made for large families and groups: three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a living room with a sofa bed and a dining area give everyone room. The fully equipped kitchen makes shared meals easy and cheaper than eating out every night. Air conditioning matters in a Marseille summer, and streaming services keep evenings simple with children. It is a private apartment, so there is no reception or pool, but the space is the real advantage here.

★★★★★4.7· 73 reviews
Hôtel 96Family-friendly

Marseille

Hôtel 96

A 19th-century house with a pool, garden, and sauna near Marseille

Why guests love it

I would recommend Hôtel 96 to families who want space and a pool just outside the centre of Marseille. It occupies a 19th-century house on the outskirts, with spacious, modern rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a sauna. The beach is a five-minute drive away. WiFi is free and parking is available, so I would count on a car for getting around.

★★★★★4.6· 343 reviews
Les Bords De Mer - Fontenille CollectionFamily-friendly

Marseille

Les Bords De Mer - Fontenille Collection

Rooftop pool, spa, and sea-view balconies in a prime seaside setting

Why guests love it

I would choose this address for a family stay focused on the sea. The rooftop outdoor pool, open in season, is reserved for hotel guests, and the wellness area adds a heated indoor pool, a sauna and a hammam for cooler days. Many rooms have a private balcony facing the Mediterranean, which children enjoy as much as adults. Pets are welcome too, and a rating of 9.1 from over 230 reviews reflects consistent satisfaction.

★★★★★4.6· 237 reviews
Grand JusteFamily-friendly

Marseille

Grand Juste

Family-friendly comfort with garden views and a sun terrace

Why guests love it

I would recommend Grand Juste to families and pet owners who want a calm family room in Marseille. The rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and views of the garden or the city. There is a sun terrace, a garden and an outdoor seating area, free WiFi throughout, a lounge and a coffee shop, and the front desk is open 24 hours. The metro and the main attractions are easy to reach.

★★★★★4.5· 397 reviews
Hôtel Amoi Vieux Port - MarseilleFamily-friendly

Marseille

Hôtel Amoi Vieux Port - Marseille

Family rooms with air-conditioning and a prime location near the Vieux Port

Why guests love it

Hôtel Amoi Vieux Port is within easy reach of Marseille's Old Port and has air-conditioned family rooms with soundproofing, which helps children sleep in a lively city. Each room has a private bathroom, a work desk, a TV and a wardrobe. A buffet breakfast is served, and the lift, 24-hour front desk and luggage storage make arrivals and departures easier with bags and buggies. Parking services are available. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 170 reviews.

★★★★★4.5· 170 reviews
NH Collection MarseilleFamily-friendly

Marseille

NH Collection Marseille

Historic elegance in La Joliette with a garden and rooftop fitness

Why guests love it

NH Collection Marseille occupies a building inaugurated by Napoleon III in 1864, in La Joliette between the port and the city centre, and for families who like some history with their comfort I would suggest it. Rooms come with electric kettles and coffee machines, a garden offers a break from the streets, and pets are welcome. The sixth-floor fitness centre and cocktail bar are more for parents. An 8.9 score over nearly 3,000 reviews is impressive.

★★★★★4.5· 2930 reviews
La Residence Du Vieux PortFamily-friendly

Marseille

La Residence Du Vieux Port

Modern rooms with panoramic views right on Marseille's Old Port

Why guests love it

La Résidence du Vieux Port sits directly on the Old Port in central Marseille, and I find the setting hard to beat for a family that wants to see the harbour from the room. Modern rooms and suites are air-conditioned and soundproofed, some with bay windows or terraces overlooking the port, with panoramic city views. A restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine and there is a bar. Pets are welcome.

★★★★★4.5· 2026 reviews
Vieux-Port Magnifique Appartement LoftFamily-friendly

Marseille

Vieux-Port Magnifique Appartement Loft

Spacious city apartment with a kitchen, lounge, and city views

Why guests love it

Vieux-Port Magnifique Appartement Loft is described as ideal for families, and the layout helps: a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area and a lounge give space for meals and quiet time together. Air conditioning is welcome in a Marseille summer, and streaming services make evenings easy after a long day. The Vieux-Port metro station is close, and Notre-Dame de la Garde is nearby for a family outing with a view over the city. It is a private apartment, so expect no hotel services.

★★★★★4.4· 97 reviews
Bord de mer! Studio Terrasse ,Prado PlageFamily-friendly

Marseille

Bord de mer! Studio Terrasse ,Prado Plage

Beachfront aparthotel with a sun terrace and seasonal outdoor pool

Why guests love it

This studio residence on the Prado seafront has direct beach access, so children can go from the room to the sand in minutes. Family rooms come with kitchenettes and a balcony or terrace, handy for simple meals and drying swimsuits. The seasonal outdoor pool and sun terrace offer a change from the sea. Plage du Prado Nord and the Rond-Point du Prado metro station are nearby, which makes trips into central Marseille easy without a car. WiFi is free throughout.

★★★★★4.4· 63 reviews
DOMITYS LA BADIANEFamily-friendly

Marseille

DOMITYS LA BADIANE

Aparthotel with indoor pool, hammam, and private balconies near Joliette

Why guests love it

I would pick DOMITYS La Badiane for a family that wants a kitchen and a pool in Marseille. Every aparthotel unit has air conditioning, a balcony and a fully equipped kitchen. The indoor swimming pool, fitness room, hammam and garden give everyone somewhere to go without leaving the building. It is close to Joliette Metro Station and to Les Terrasses du Port shopping centre, so public transport and shops are easy to reach.

★★★★★4.4· 394 reviews
Residhome MarseilleFamily-friendly

Marseille

Residhome Marseille

Family-friendly aparthotel in Euromed - La Joliette with breakfast and WiFi

Why guests love it

Residhome Marseille is an aparthotel in the Euromed La Joliette district, a short walk from Les Terrasses du Port shopping centre, which suits families who want more space than a standard room. Units are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi, and breakfast comes as continental or buffet. Paid public parking nearby helps those arriving by car. It works best for families comfortable with a modern business district.

★★★★★4.4· 2275 reviews
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux PortFamily-friendly

Marseille

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port

Modern rooms with Old Port views, steps from the metro

Why guests love it

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port offers modern, air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, many overlooking the Old Port, and I find the city-apartment style comfortable for families. It sits in central Marseille and suits city breaks and family stays alike. Pet-friendly options are available, and public transport is easy to reach, so the famous sites of the city are simple to visit with children.

★★★★★4.4· 1878 reviews
New Hotel of Marseille - Vieux PortFamily-friendly

Marseille

New Hotel of Marseille - Vieux Port

Design hotel with outdoor pool, sauna, and Nordic baths near the Vieux Port

Why guests love it

New Hotel of Marseille stands opposite the Pharo Congress Centre, a short walk from the Vieux Port, and for a family that wants a pool in the city I would put it high on my list. The outdoor pool and furnished terrace give children space after sightseeing, and rooms are air-conditioned, welcome in a Marseille summer. Superior rooms add balconies. The sauna and Nordic baths are for parents. An 8.7 score over nearly 3,000 reviews is reassuring.

★★★★★4.4· 2891 reviews
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHGFamily-friendly

Marseille

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG

Historic elegance with a Clarins spa and views of the Old Port

Why guests love it

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu is a five-star hotel in a magnificent 18th-century building in the historic district, 350 metres from the Old Port. It has 194 rooms and suites, some with landmark views and private terraces. For families, the indoor pool is the highlight, alongside a Clarins spa with saunas, hammams, sunbeds and a gym. A brasserie and a cocktail bar complete the offer, and pets are welcome.

★★★★★4.4· 1885 reviews
MGH Massilia Green HouseFamily-friendly

Marseille

MGH Massilia Green House

Family rooms, Mediterranean dining, and a tranquil garden in Marseille

Why guests love it

MGH Massilia Green House has air-conditioned family rooms and a family-friendly restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine, so meals with children are easy to arrange without leaving. Breakfast comes in continental, American or buffet form, which helps with picky eaters. The garden and terrace give children space outside after a day in Marseille. Water sports, boating and scuba diving are available nearby for older children and teenagers. Pets are welcome, so the family dog can come too.

★★★★★4.4· 105 reviews
Hotel Marsiho by HappycultureFamily-friendly

Marseille

Hotel Marsiho by Happyculture

Modern rooms in the city centre, a short walk from the Old Port

Why guests love it

Marsiho works well for a family that wants to do Marseille on foot: the Old Port is a five-minute walk, so boat trips, the ferry across the harbour and the Panier are all close. The 51 rooms are modern, soundproofed and air-conditioned, which matters in a lively centre during summer. A buffet breakfast is served, the reception is open around the clock, and pets are welcome, so the whole family can come along.

★★★★★4.3· 3713 reviews
Radisson Blu Hotel Marseille Vieux PortFamily-friendly

Marseille

Radisson Blu Hotel Marseille Vieux Port

Vieux Port views, an outdoor pool, and a fitness room with city panoramas

Why guests love it

Overlooking the Vieux Port, the Radisson Blu puts families right where Marseille's boats, ferries and fish market meet. The outdoor pool looks out to Fort Saint-Nicolas, a welcome break on hot afternoons, and the fitness room has panoramic views of the city's monuments. Air-conditioned rooms come with Provençal or African decor, and some face the port. Free Wi-Fi throughout, pets accepted, and a rating of 8.6 from over 1,800 reviews.

★★★★★4.3· 1870 reviews
l Espérandieu LongchampFamily-friendly

Marseille

l Espérandieu Longchamp

Family-friendly aparthotel with balconies and kitchenettes near city transport

Why guests love it

L'Espérandieu Longchamp in Marseille offers aparthotel units for families, each with a balcony, a well-equipped kitchenette and a private bathroom. The kitchenette makes breakfasts and simple meals easy, and air-conditioning helps children sleep on warm nights. There is a sun terrace for time outside, and WiFi is free. No pool, play area or restaurant is listed, so days are spent exploring Marseille. It works best as a practical, self-catering family base in the city.

★★★★★4.2· 26 reviews
Kyriad Marseille Blancarde - TimoneFamily-friendly

Marseille

Kyriad Marseille Blancarde - Timone

Family-friendly hotel with a pool, fitness centre, and spa in Marseille

Why guests love it

Kyriad Marseille Blancarde - Timone is about 4 km from the Old Port, and I find it a practical choice for families who want a pool without paying for a seafront address. Rooms are air-conditioned with a private bathroom and free WiFi. There is a swimming pool for the children, a fitness centre and a spa and thalasso area for parents, and a bar for the evening. Pets are welcome, which helps when the whole family travels.

★★★★★4.0· 1252 reviews
Aparthotel Adagio Access Marseille Saint CharlesFamily-friendly

Marseille

Aparthotel Adagio Access Marseille Saint Charles

Spacious, pet-friendly aparthotel near Saint Charles Train Station with equipped kitchens

Why guests love it

Arriving in Marseille by TGV with children is easy here: the aparthotel is 100 metres from Saint-Charles station. Studios and apartments are spacious and air-conditioned, with fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes, so meals can follow your own timetable, and a buffet breakfast is available too. The city centre is a 10-minute walk, while the Old Port and the Palais Longchamp gardens are within 20 minutes on foot. Pets are accepted.

★★★★★4.0· 3215 reviews
Comfort Aparthotel Marseille PradoFamily-friendly

Marseille

Comfort Aparthotel Marseille Prado

Eco-friendly aparthotel steps from the beach with pool and private balconies

Why guests love it

Located just 100 metres from the beach, this aparthotel makes seaside days with children simple. Studios and apartments are air-conditioned and come with a full kitchen or kitchenette, satellite TV and a furnished balcony, so families can keep their own rhythm. The outdoor pool is a good alternative when the sea is rough, and a continental breakfast is served daily. Pets are accepted, and the rating of 7.8 comes from around 3,000 reviews.

★★★★★3.9· 3000 reviews
Golden Tulip Marseille EuromedFamily-friendly

Marseille

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

Sea views, a heated indoor pool, and close to shopping

Why guests love it

The heated indoor pool is the family asset here, usable whatever the season, and the sun terrace gives parents somewhere to sit while children swim or rest. Rooms are air-conditioned, and some suites add a sitting area that helps when sharing with children. The hotel is 500 metres from Les Terrasses du Port shopping centre, in the modern Euroméditerranée district, so plan on the metro or tram for the Vieux-Port and the beaches.

★★★★★3.9· 3965 reviews

Marseille

Local tips

  1. 1For the Prado beaches, take metro line M2 to Rond-Point du Prado, then bus 19 along the seafront; parking near the sand is very hard in summer and on public holidays.
  2. 2Buy Frioul and Château d'If boat tickets at the Gare Maritime, 1 quai de la Fraternité on the Vieux-Port; the If landing is the only pier not accessible to wheelchairs, so expect to carry a pushchair there.
  3. 3With toddlers, choose Prado Nord over Vieille-Chapelle: Prado Nord has a playground and lawns, while Vieille-Chapelle is a narrow pebble strip with rocks.
  4. 4On a day when the mistral makes the sea rough, swap the beach for a hotel with a heated indoor pool, such as Les Bords De Mer or Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed.
  5. 5If you arrive by TGV late in the day with young children, an aparthotel beside Saint-Charles spares you a taxi queue; Adagio Access is about 100 metres from the station.
  6. 6In a Vieux-Port apartment, ask for a unit facing the back streets rather than the quay, because the harbour terraces stay busy late on summer nights.
  7. 7Take water and sun protection for the children on the Frioul: the islands are bare limestone with very little natural shade between the harbour and the coves.

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Family-friendly · Marseille

For sightseeing and boat trips, the Vieux-Port: the Frioul shuttle leaves from the quay and the old town is walkable. For a beach holiday, the Prado side, where the beaches have a playground, lawns and supervised bathing in summer. Saint-Charles suits a short stay between trains, and La Joliette suits families catching a ferry to Corsica.

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