The C2 Hotel, a 19th-century private mansion originally built for wealthy Greek merchants, has been meticulously converted into a luxury hotel, blending its rich history with modern technology. Opened in April 2014, the hotel is centrally located in Marseille, within the Pierre Puget courtyard. The hotel retains its original architectural grandeur, featuring marble and parquet floors, columns, bas-reliefs, frescoes, and bronze banisters, all complemented by a subtle, minimalist, and contemporary design. A grand piano adds to the sophisticated lounge atmosphere. The 20 individually furnished guestrooms are light, airy, and spacious, featuring designer furnishings, memory foam beds with premium bedding, and private bathrooms. Each room includes a minibar (stocked with some complimentary items) and an espresso maker. Guests enjoy complimentary wired and wireless internet access, flat-screen televisions with cable programming, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Select rooms also offer air conditioning, a balcony or terrace, and bathrobes. Dining options include a restaurant serving brunch, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar/lounge. A scrumptious buffet breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee. Guests can also enjoy 24-hour room service. Amenities include a terrace, complimentary wired and wireless internet access, and a business center. The hotel offers a range of services such as concierge, luggage storage, safety deposit boxes, dry cleaning, daily housekeeping, airport transfer, taxi and car hire, and a ticket and tour service. Parking facilities are available. Smoking is prohibited within the hotel, with designated smoking zones provided. For events, the hotel provides 247 square feet (22 square meters) of conference and meeting room space. Guests can enjoy unique leisure options including a specially-chartered boat service from the Vieux Port (available with a beach package), access to a secluded shoreline, and a hot tub. The hotel also regularly hosts art and photographic exhibitions and performances. The C2 Hotel has received its official star rating from ATOUT France, the French Tourism Development Agency. It is a 4-minute drive from Velodrome Stadium and 6 minutes from Prado Beach. Nearby attractions include the Grand Synagogue (0.5 km), Marseille Opera House (0.7 km), La Canebiere (0.8 km), and Notre-Dame de la Garde (0.9 km). Marseille Provence Cruise Terminal is 9.6 km (6 mi) away, and Grand Port Maritime de Marseille is 4.3 km (2.7 mi) away. Marseille - Provence Airport (MRS) is 27.3 km (16.9 mi) from the hotel.
