Tiled Impression in Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Tiled Impression Self-Catering

This charming apartment in Marseille’s Castellane neighbourhood puts you in a prime spot to explore the city’s historic sights and cultural gems. Ideal for a solo traveller, couple or small family, this is a calm and modern base that you’ll love returning home to after a day perusing the local markets.

We love how the soft coastal blues, traditional tiles and modern furnishings come together to create a feeling of tranquillity. Settle in at the breakfast table for coffee and croissants from your local boulangerie, then fire off a few emails before heading out to discover the city’s la Bonne Mère – the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde – crowned with a golden statue of the Virgin Mary. At home, pop open a bottle of locally-produced Bandol and prepare a seafood dinner with the selection you picked up from the Old Port – that is, when you're not out sampling the regional cuisine in one of Cours Julien’s authentic bistrots.

If you’re seeking sand, you can reach Plage du Prophète in under forty minutes on public transport. While away an afternoon here, soaking up the Mediterranean sun and swimming in the cooling waters.

Home truths:
*This is a third-floor apartment, with no lift
*This home is in a central spot, so noise is to be expected – light sleepers may want to pack earplugs
*The dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace if you need to catch up on some work during your stay
*There's no parking here, though we think the city is best explored on foot