Hotel in an 18th-century stone building on the Quai des Belges, facing the Vieux-Port fish market.
Hôtel Alizé Marseille Vieux-Port is a mid-range hotel at 35 Quai des Belges in Marseille's 1st arrondissement, on the eastern head of the Vieux-Port where the daily fish market sets up in the morning. The hotel occupies an 18th-century stone building, one of the older structures on a quay that was largely rebuilt after the Second World War, and the building's age gives it more character than the modern chain hotels elsewhere in the city. The shopping street La Canebière begins just beside the quay, the Vieux-Port metro station is a minute away, and the Opéra and the Palais de la Bourse are close. The ferry boat across the harbour leaves from the same quay, and the Panier and MuCEM are reached by walking around the water or taking the boat.
The position makes the Alizé one of the most convenient addresses for visitors who want to explore on foot. Marseille's major sights, from the Abbaye Saint-Victor to Notre-Dame de la Garde and the Fort Saint-Jean, lie within a short walk or tram and metro ride. Departures for the Frioul islands and the Château d'If, the island fortress made famous by Alexandre Dumas, leave from the Quai de la Fraternité beside the hotel, and boat excursions to the Calanques also depart from the Vieux-Port.
Room types are the Double Room, Twin Room and Family Room, and wifi is the confirmed amenity. Rates are indicated at about EUR 85 to EUR 190 per night. Air conditioning, breakfast and lift arrangements are not confirmed and should be checked with the hotel, as older stone buildings vary in their facilities.
The Quai des Belges is lined with cafés and restaurants, and the fish market, held in the morning, is a local spectacle where fishermen sell the day's catch from their boats. Bouillabaisse and other Marseille specialities are served along the quays and in the streets behind.
The service character is that of a practical, well-placed city hotel for leisure travellers, couples and families. Noise from the quay is a consideration in summer, so guests who value quiet may prefer rooms away from the water side.
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Room types
- Double Room
- Twin Room
- Family Room
Amenities
- wifi
Location
35 Quai des Belges, 13001 Marseille, France
43.2944, 5.3748 View on map
Highlights
- 18th-century stone building on the Quai des Belges
- Faces the Vieux-Port fish market
- Next to the ferry quay and the start of La Canebière
- Double, Twin and Family rooms
Tips for visiting
- Visit the fish market early in the morning, before it winds down around midday.
- Boats to the Château d'If and the Frioul islands leave from the Vieux-Port; book a morning crossing in summer.
- Choose a room away from the quay if noise bothers you.
- Check for air conditioning when booking a summer stay.
- Metro and tram access is a minute away, so skip the car.
When to visit
Mornings suit the fish market; spring and autumn are comfortable, while summer evenings are busy and noisy on the quays.
Accessibility
As an older stone building, step-free access and lift availability are not confirmed. Wheelchair users should ask the hotel about accessible rooms before booking; the quay itself is flat.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the building like?
The hotel occupies an 18th-century stone building on the Quai des Belges.
Is the fish market nearby?
Yes. The hotel faces the Vieux-Port fish market, held in the morning on the quay.
How much does a night cost?
Rates are indicated at about EUR 85 to EUR 190 per night.
Are family rooms available?
Family Rooms are listed along with Double and Twin rooms.