La Parenthèse Méditerranéenne

Between the Sea and the Calanques, treat yourself to a charming interlude with Spa, garden and home-made breakfast in La Ciotat

La Parenthèse Méditerranéenne is more than just a guest house: it's a bubble of serenity in La Ciotat, a stone's throw from the beaches, calanques and pine-lined paths. As soon as you arrive, the spa (open from May to September), a hammock and deckchairs invite you to slow down. As soon as you arrive, the Spa (open from May to September), a hammock and deckchairs invite you to slow down. Around La Ciotat, explore the calanques, Ile Verte and Parc du Mugel by boat or on foot, or enjoy the beaches, Provencal markets and historic streets of the City. Nearby Hiking, diving, kayaking, paddle and sunset walks complete the program, and every morning the terrace becomes a gourmet paradise. Homemade jams, breads, pastries, fruit and fresh local produce make up the generous breakfasts prepared with care by the owner. In winter, you can enjoy them in the cosy lounge, where a reading corner awaits you. Upstairs, just for you, are the Corail and Cap Bleu rooms (rented together, 1 to 4 people). Each has a 160×200 cm bed, a large closet with mirror, dressing table, desk, storage column, connected TV and garden view. A shared shower room with Italian shower and separate toilet complete the space. On the first floor, there's an open-access kitchen and pantry (coffee maker, microwave, fridge/freezer) and, for stays of 3 nights or more, a washing machine. Outside, enjoy an enclosed garden with terrace and garden furniture. Two private parking spaces are located on the gated property. Here, only humans are welcome: pets are not allowed (although the owners' cat keeps an eye on the premises). The two upstairs bedrooms can only be rented at the same time when 4 people from the same family or group of friends are involved. If two people wish to rent both rooms, a supplement of 40 euros per night will be charged, to be paid directly to the owner at the beginning of the stay.