Hotel Cardinal, Aix-en-Provence

Hotel Cardinal - An 18th-century character hotel in the Mazarin district with kitchenette-equipped rooms

Hotel Cardinal occupies an 18th-century building in Aix-en-Provence's Mazarin district, designed by Archbishop Michel Mazarin, blending antique decor with modern comforts. The 29 rooms include air conditioning, free WiFi, soundproofing, and some feature kitchenettes with microwaves, fridges, and stovetops. Private bathrooms offer separate bathtubs and showers, with complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. A continental breakfast is available daily from 7 AM at Hotel Cardinal. The property is smoke-free, with a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Located 0.5 km from Hôtel de Caumont-Centre d'Art and 0.8 km from Cours Mirabeau, the hotel provides easy access to landmarks like the Granet Museum and Saint-Jean-de-Malte Church. Rooms are sanitized with a minimum 24-hour vacancy between guests.

Pros

The 18th-century building features antique decor and a refined atmosphere.

Some rooms include kitchenettes with microwaves, fridges, and stovetops.

Central location near landmarks like Cours Mirabeau and Granet Museum.

Multilingual staff and 24-hour front desk service.

Cons

No on-site restaurant beyond breakfast service.

Some suites are located in an annex building 50 meters from the main property.