With a stay at Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles, you'll be centrally located in Marseille, a 4-minute drive from Grand Port Maritime de Marseille and 6 minutes from Velodrome Stadium. This hotel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Marseille Provence Cruise Terminal and 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from Prado Beach.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features concierge services, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 267 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
"This was, without a doubt, the best value-for-money hotel during our 30-day Europe trip.
The location is superb, near Marseille train station, just a 6-7 minute walk. Although there are some steps leading up to the hotel entrance from the street, which might be a bit challenging for elderly guests or those with heavy luggage, you can easily take a flat route by going around the bridge, adding only about 100 meters to your walk. It's also close to bus stops and the airport shuttle, making getting around very convenient. The Old Port and city center are within walking distance.
Nearby, there are excellent steak restaurants (closer to the train station), other eateries, pizza places, and small supermarkets, making shopping easy.
The hotel has a very Japanese aesthetic, with a clean and bright facade. The interior is spotless and tidy. The front desk staff are warm and friendly, always smiling. One young lady was even learning Chinese and tried her best to communicate with us in Chinese.
The room wasn't large but perfectly adequate, quiet, and comfortable. Bed linen changes and cleaning were prompt. The bathroom was typically Japanese – small and compact, with a bathtub and a bidet toilet seat.
Breakfast didn't have a huge variety, but it covered all the essentials.
The surrounding area can seem a bit chaotic, with many small shops on various narrow streets, which is great for shopping but might feel a little disorienting. However, I stayed for two nights and felt perfectly safe going out for dinner and shopping in the evening. It wasn't as scary as some rumors suggest; nobody paid particular attention to me after dark. Of course, it's always wise to be cautious.
For a hotel in Europe with a similar location, room size, facilities, and service, its price was incredibly affordable. I would definitely stay here again if I have the chance and will recommend it to friends."