Le Petit Nice-Passedat, Marseille

Perched on the rocks of Malmousque cove, this impressive white villa is paradise found on the southern edge of the city. A favorite hideaway for the world's rich and famous, its simply, yet, exquisitely decorated rooms look out over the Mediterranean and its glorious sunsets. As an alternative to Petit Nice Passedat's seawater swimming pool, a short walk through the hotel's pretty gardens leading down to the seashore takes you to the public beach situated just below the hotel. Renowned for its finely prepared cuisine and creative menu, the hotel's prestigious restaurant provides the perfect setting for that special lunch or dinner date.