Small hotel on the third floor of Le Corbusier's Cité Radieuse housing block (Unité d'Habitation), a modernist landmark.
Hôtel Le Corbusier is a small hotel on the third floor of the Cité Radieuse, the Unité d'Habitation designed by Le Corbusier, at 280 Boulevard Michelet in the 8th arrondissement of Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. Completed in 1952 and later listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the architect's work, the Cité Radieuse is a raw-concrete residential block on pilotis containing apartments, an internal shopping street, a rooftop terrace and a nursery school. The Rond-Point du Prado metro station and the Stade Vélodrome are a short walk away, and the Prado beaches and Parc Borély are reachable in a few minutes by bus or on foot. The Vieux-Port is about fifteen minutes by metro and bus.
The hotel occupies part of the building's internal street, and its rooms follow the compact, modular plan of the original apartments, with built-in furniture and loggias that frame views over the city and the hills. Staying here is a rare chance to live inside a landmark of modernist architecture, and guided tours of the building are commonly offered.
Rooms are offered as Double Rooms, Twin Rooms and Family Rooms, with wifi as the main listed amenity. The building houses a restaurant on the same floor, shops and a bakery on the internal street, and the rooftop terrace is open to visitors, with a gym, a small pool for children and an art space in the former gymnasium. Guests should confirm which of these facilities and opening hours apply during their stay.
The service style is that of a characterful boutique stay for architecture enthusiasts, design students and curious travellers, rather than a conventional hotel. Rates of about EUR 80-180 per night vary with the season and the room, and booking ahead is advised because the rooms are few. The compact rooms and shared residential environment mean that quiet hours should be respected.
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| Address | 280 Boulevard Michelet, 13008 Marseille, France |
Room types
- Double Room
- Twin Room
- Family Room
Amenities
- wifi
Location
280 Boulevard Michelet, 13008 Marseille, France
43.2612, 5.3963 View on map
Highlights
- Stay inside Le Corbusier's Cité Radieuse
- Rooftop terrace and internal shopping street
- UNESCO-listed modernist landmark
- Near the Vélodrome and Prado beaches
- Double, Twin and Family Rooms
Tips for visiting
- Book ahead; the building has few hotel rooms.
- Visit the rooftop terrace in the late afternoon for views of the sea and hills.
- Respect residents and keep noise low in corridors.
- Take the guided tour of the building to see its apartments and design details.
- Check restaurant and rooftop opening hours before arrival.
When to visit
Spring and autumn suit visits to the rooftop terrace; weekdays are quieter for guided tours.
Accessibility
The building has lifts serving the internal floors, but the compact rooms and corridors may be limiting for wheelchair users. Guests with mobility needs should confirm access with the hotel before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hôtel Le Corbusier?
It is on the third floor of the Cité Radieuse at 280 Boulevard Michelet, in the Michelet and Prado area of the 8th arrondissement.
Who designed the building?
The Cité Radieuse, or Unité d'Habitation, was designed by the architect Le Corbusier and completed in 1952.
How far is the Vieux-Port?
The Vieux-Port is about fifteen minutes by metro and bus, or a longer walk.
What is the price range?
Rates typically range from about EUR 80 to EUR 180 per night.