Experience world-class service at Villa Amara

32 km from Marseille Saint-Charles Train Station, Villa Amara is a recently renovated property set in Aix-en-Provence and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. The property features pool and inner courtyard views, and is 32 km from Joliette Metro Station. This 5-star guest house offers private entrance. The guest house provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and slippers. A microwave, a fridge and stovetop are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Continental and vegetarian breakfast options with fresh pastries and fruits are available every morning at the guest house. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests can make the most of the garden, infinity pool and yoga classes on offer at Villa Amara. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Les Terrasses du Port Shopping Centre is 33 km from the accommodation, while Vieux Port Metro station is 33 km away. The nearest airport is Marseille Provence Airport, 27 km from Villa Amara.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Aix-en-Provence, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Private parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Aix-en-Provence
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tyler
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful property in walking distance from everything. Lilli was also really helpful with great recommendations.
  • Parminder
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely everything! Lilly opened her beautiful house to us, the room was great, the breakfast was amazing, the energy and friendliness was exceptional!
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lilli is a great host and really makes the place feel very special. It’s a lovely place and you instantly feel at home. Lilli’s restaurant recommendations are also great, we loved the place she recommended to us. Our car was safe behind the gates...

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9.8
9.8
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Villa Amara, located at only 100m from the historic center of Aix-en-Provence, provides adults-only 1-bedroom suites accommodation and facilities like outdoor infinity pool, garden and terrace. Private parking is available on premises and complimentary Fibreoptic Wi-Fi is featured throughout the property. The air-conditioned spacious and luminous guest suites provide a private terrace, garden views, a seating area with Smart TV with LG 55" screen, a fully equipped kitchen also including stove, microwave, Nespresso machine and kettle, a separate bedroom with king-size bed with premium bedding (Suite L'Estivale with twin-bed option) and bathroom with bathtub, walk-in rain-shower Guests can enjoy farm to table style continental, vegetarian or vegan breakfast,also including fresh pastries, fruit and fruit juices, in the privacy of their suite, in the lounge, on the terrace or in the garden. Center piece of Villa Amara's garden is a 9 x 5 meter infinity pool, heated from May - October and surrounded by a magnificent terrace, inviting to spend the day outdoors Yoga sessions are available at the property. Place de la Mairie is 600m from Villa Amara, Cours Mirabeau is only 700m away. The nearest international airport is Marseille Provence Airport 26 minutes by car from Villa Amara. The TGV high speed train railway station is only 17 minutes away by car.
All involved with the Villa Amara aim to offer our guests the privileged experience of living like an aixois. Comfort, privacy, elegance, promixity all combine to allow our guests both the excitement of easily exploring all Aix en Provence has to offer along with the luxury of a cool, calm relaxing environment.
The Villa Amara is just a few minute's walk to all the must-do things while you are in Aix en Provence: the Cours Mirabeau and its vast assortement of open-air cafés, farmers' markets every day of the week, the Musée Granet, Hotel Caumont, Grand Théâtre, best shops and restaurants -- all accessible on foot. The Villa Amara is the perfect vantage point for an assortment of enchanting day-trips: Marseille, Arles, Avignon, the Luberon's hilltop villages are all just 40-60 minutes away by car.
Languages spoken: English,French,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of Villa Amara
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Private pool
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 20 per day.
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Adult only
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Allergy-free room
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    • Adult only
    • Infinity pool
    • Heated pool
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Yoga classes
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Italian

    House rules
    Villa Amara takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 19:00
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of € 1,000 is required on arrival. That's about £839. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Fiber optic wifi available - 100Mb/s.

    Please note that for the period from November 9 to the end of March 20, 2024, breakfast service is not available and housekeeping is provided by the property mid-stay.

    from November 4 to March 23 cleaning is once a week

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    A damage deposit of € 1,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration

    FAQs about Villa Amara

    • Villa Amara is 1,000 yards from the centre of Aix-en-Provence. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Villa Amara may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Villa Amara is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at Villa Amara include:

      • Suite

    • Villa Amara offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cooking class
      • Yoga classes
      • Swimming Pool

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Guests staying at Villa Amara can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Gluten-free