I spent 3 nights at the Originals while attending a meeting at the adjacent Aix Marseille Université (which is a 1-minute walk away). The Originals is fairly new and so the facilities are in top condition. The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast (which is an additional charge) is good and plentiful. The rooms are small by south-France standards but otherwise adequate. The location is very convenient to the university but on the fringe of the downtown area. It is a 10-15 minute walk to the bus and train station and restaurants. Rooms have small kitchenettes and so for longer stays you might want to visit a market, the closest is a 10-15 minute walk. If you are a jogger, the primary option is on the streets/sidewalks, although there is a large park about 1 km away. Be warned that housekeeping is not daily, and may be as long as 3-5 days between housekeeping visits. If you want more frequent housekeeping, there is an additional charge.