Amista
Provençal-retro boutique. Warm terracotta tones, lived-in furniture, apothecary-counter bar downstairs. Intimate and deliberately unpretentious — Ginto's calling card across their Paris, Bordeaux, and Biarritz properties.
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Why It Matters
Part of the rising Ginto Hotels collection, which has developed a consistent identity across chic French neighborhood hotels. The on-site restaurant Louison is a genuine draw — created by The Small Group (the team behind La Mercerie), it pulls in locals as much as guests, which is the mark of a hotel restaurant actually worth eating at.
Hôtel Amista is the reborn version of the former Hôtel Saint-Louis, a 19th-century building in Marseille's Noailles district that Ginto Hotels has completely overhauled. The facade still carries its original lion heads, gargoyles, and wrought-iron balconies — inside, designer Dorothée Delaye has filled 24 rooms with vintage mirrors, foraged travel objects, and Élitis fabrics. The result is a place that feels more like someone's very stylish apartment than a hotel.
Where You'll Stay
8 room types available
Attic Junior Suite
The most characterful room in the hotel — up on the 5th floor with three roof windows that frame the Marseille rooftops and sky. It comes with a kitchen corner, making it feel genuinely apartment-like. Sleeping up to 4, it suits longer stays or those who want something truly different.
Queen or twin bed + sofa bed (extra fee) · 21 sqm
Comfort Room
The entry-level room at Amista. At 14.5 sqm it's compact — fine for a city stay, less so for a long trip. Private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, free WiFi. Dorothée Delaye's retro details still show up in here with vintage mirrors and wall photos.
Queen size or 2 twin beds · 14.5 sqm
Comfort Room with Terrace
Same footprint as the Comfort Room but with a private terrace and views over Marseille. The outdoor space makes a meaningful difference — morning coffee in the sun before heading to the Noailles market is hard to beat.
Queen size double bed · 14.5 sqm
Deluxe Connecting Rooms with Balcony
The largest configuration in the hotel at 41 sqm — two Deluxe rooms connected and sleeping up to 6 (4 adults + 2 children). Two private bathrooms, two balconies, and palace-grade bedding throughout. A rare find in a boutique hotel at this price level.
2 queen beds or 4 single beds · 41 sqm
Deluxe Room with Balcony
At 21 sqm with a balcony and palace-grade bedding, this is the go-to family room for up to 3 adults and 1 child. Light-filled and spacious by boutique hotel standards. The sofa bed makes it work for small families without the cost of connecting rooms.
Queen or twin bed + sofa bed (extra fee) · 21 sqm
Superior Connecting Rooms with Balcony
Two interconnected Superior rooms at 34 sqm total, each with its own private bathroom and balcony. Perfect for families or friend groups who want separate sleeping areas without sacrificing proximity. Provençal decor runs through both rooms.
2 double beds or 4 single beds · 34 sqm
Superior Room
A step up in space with two armchairs added to the mix. At 17.5 sqm it's still not enormous, but the extra breathing room and seating area make it noticeably more comfortable for a multi-night stay.
Queen size or 2 twin beds · 17.5 sqm
Superior Room with Balcony
Designer Dorothée Delaye went all-in on this one: Provençal art details and a balcony with city views. At 19 sqm it's a good size for a couple. Popular choice for romantic stays.
Queen size bed · 19 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Free high-speed WiFi throughout all rooms and common areas.
Full buffet breakfast with homemade, organic, seasonal products. Served in the dining room, on the terrace, or in-room (supplement). €18/person (12+), €9 ages 6–11, free under 5. Weekdays 7:30–10:30, weekends 7:30–11:00.
Available on request.
Personal safe in all rooms.
In-room kettle stocked with locally sourced products from Marseille artisans.
Flat-screen TV with international channels in all rooms.
All rooms equipped with individual air conditioning.
Shared terrace space connected to the Louison restaurant and bar. Ideal for drinks, light meals, and coffee with views of the Noailles neighborhood.
Luggage storage available for guests arriving before check-in or departing after check-out.
Front desk staffed around the clock. Notably attentive and personal — multiple guest reviews highlight exceptional service.
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