Cassis is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the south of France. Renowned for its picturesque fishing port and limestone cliffs in the calanques, it’s the perfect place to set off on a hike to sublime panoramas worthy of postcards. You’ll also be seduced by its many local specialties, such as olive oil and wine. So where to stay in Cassis to make the most of its Mediterranean setting?
In this guide, we’ll come back to the question of accommodation in Cassis. We’ll take a look at what’s on offer in each area, including entertainment, tourist attractions, transport and restaurants. Then we’ll recommend the most interesting places to stay in each neighborhood, grouped by budget.
The essentials for accommodation in Cassis
Before going into the description of the places to target when selecting accommodation in Cassis, here are the essentials to know about the town, from a tourist point of view.
Where to stay in and around Cassis
Let’s get to the heart of the matter with a review of the main areas where we recommend staying in Cassis.
Stay in Cassis in the most attractive area: the port
The port is the heart of Cassis. It lies between the Bec de l'Aigle and the towering cliffs of Cap Canaille. Considered one of the prettiest harbors in the Mediterranean, this is where the life of the town is organized.
You'll love strolling along to discover the charming little fishing boats known as "les Pointus". In fact, these boats are bound to make you want to go out to sea. The good news is that there are a number of excursions available to discover the calanques and the underwater world, including diving.
The area also boasts many colorful mansions along its waterfront, which were once fishermen's cottages. If you're an avid hiker, there are circuits starting from this point to discover the calanques.
It's also a very lively and convivial area where to stay, with numerous café terraces where you can sample the region's specialties while admiring the panorama. A quiet, pedestrian zone, every morning a dozen or so fishermen sell their catch of the day on the quayside. We recommend a visit to enjoy the local produce.
For accommodation, this is the area with the highest concentration of Cassis accommodation where to stay. The majority of accommodations are private rentals of apartments and houses. In fact, you'll find very few hotels in this area.
As far as prices are concerned, staying in this area is rather affordable, with mid-range hotels as well as more expensive accommodations due to the location.
As far as transport is concerned, there is very little parking around the port. So be sure to park a little further away if you hope to find a space. There are also bus connections to other parts of Cassis.
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In an accommodation with a facade typical of the south of France, enjoy sober, modern rooms. You'll appreciate the green, intimate setting.
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This establishment offers simply decorated rooms with sea views. There's also a restaurant on site.
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This bed and breakfast offers accommodation with a terrace. The rooms are comfortable and simple.
Lodging on the peninsula: a stone's throw from the calanques
Located to the west of the center of Cassis, the presqu'île offers a soothing, idyllic setting where to stay close to the calanques. With its breathtaking views over Cassis Bay and the calanques, staying here is bound to be a memorable experience.
It's the perfect place to stay, away from traffic and yet within a stone's throw of the center of Cassis. In fact, this area has set up a filtering system to limit the flow of cars. In terms of leisure activities, you'll find a wide range of sports clubs, including tennis, paddle and nautical clubs, as well as numerous yachting pontoons. You'll also find beaches for swimming, such as the family-friendly Bestouan.
For walking, there are a large number of footpaths and hiking trails to enjoy magnificent panoramic views. For a majestic meal, there are two Mediterranean restaurants and a brasserie at the end of the peninsula, offering lovely views of the coast.
For your accommodation, this highly residential area is home to luxurious primary and secondary residences, as well as a number of splendid vacation rental villas. You'll also find a wide range of apartment rentals, but few hotels where to stay.
Generally speaking, you'll find more expensive accommodation than on the port, with upmarket establishments offering more luxurious prices and services. To get around, this part of Cassis has parking lots close to the Port-Miou creeks, as well as a convenient on-demand bus service.
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This sumptuous accommodation offers rooms decorated in a contemporary style with a terrace overlooking the sea. There's also an evening restaurant and lounge bar.
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In this sublime 5-star hotel, you'll enjoy an outdoor infinity pool with panoramic views. Luxurious rooms with terraces. A wellness center is also available.
Staying in the old town: Vieux Cassis
Located to the north of the port, Cassis town center is often nicknamed "Old Cassis" for its architecture, preserved from the fishermen's era. You'll love staying here for its charm, with its flower-filled alleyways and colorful houses. You'll find plenty of shops and squares where you can enjoy the atmosphere on the many terraces.
To learn more about this area, there are also a number of tourist attractions that will enable you to learn more about the history of this Côte d'Azur town. We invite you to discover the Musée Municipal Méditerranéen d'Art et Traditions, housed in a former presbytery. It features permanent and temporary exhibitions of paintings dating back to Roman times.
You can continue your stroll towards the communal oven. This emblematic 17th-century monument will give you a better understanding of life in Cassis in the 17th century, as you visit the many ceramic objects that confirm the existence of a port between the first and sixth centuries AD.
Old Cassis offers plenty of parking, as well as a wide range of services and amenities. Bus stops are also available to help you get around.
For your accommodation, the area offers a wide range of rental apartments and houses, but few mid-range to top-of-the-range hotels where to stay. However, the offer is quite extensive in the downtown area.
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This renowned chain hotel offers warm, modern accommodation. You'll appreciate the hotel's wellness area.
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This establishment boasts modern, refined rooms. You'll appreciate the outdoor pool and the charm of the accommodation.
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This hotel offers modern-style rooms, some of which are duplex units with sea views. You'll appreciate the swimming pool and free private parking on site.
La Pointe des Lombards: another area where to stay
If you want to stay close to the beaches of Cassis, we recommend the Pointe des Lombards area near the Pointe du Corton. This area is located to the east of the port of Cassis.
There are numerous beaches to enjoy, including the Arène, Corton and Grande Mer. You'll also find a number of water sports centers where you can try your hand at paddling or kayaking. For nature-lovers, it's also a good place to stay for hiking trails along the coast. They offer panoramic views of the sea. In fact, we recommend the Pointe du Corton hiking trail.
For parking, we advise you to leave your car at the parking lot near the stade du Pignier, as this area has neither parking lots nor bus stops.
As far as accommodation is concerned, this area has no hotels and very few places to stay. In fact, the only accommodation you'll find here is private apartments. Prices are more affordable than in other parts of Cassis. Because of its attractive price, accommodation is more saturated, so we recommend that you plan ahead if you want to stay here.
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This guesthouse features rustic rooms with terrace and private bathroom. There is a garden and free private parking on site.
Map of our accommodation recommendations
On the map below, we’ve put together all our recommendations for where to stay in Cassis. You can also use it to locate the different areas of Cassis that we have detailed in this guide. These hotels or rentals are color-coded by budget (green for budget accommodation, blue for mid-range and red for luxury).
Cassis promises superb panoramic views over the calanques of the Côte d’Azur. All areas of this town are within easy reach of each other, and have a lot to offer. As you’ve seen in this guide, accommodation is often expensive, but you’ll find a few affordable places to stay in the area. You’ll find a wide range of apartments and houses, and few hotels where to stay