Le Franschhoek

Cape Winelands, South Africa

Le Franschhoek

Le Franschhoek is a charming country home-turned-modern hotel designed in the traditional Cape Dutch fashion and located in the heart of Franschhoek, in the Cape Winelands.

Le Franschhoek is an historic residence located in the centre of Franschhoek, regarded by many as the most charming and pretty town in the Cape Winelands. Formerly a private country retreat, the home has been restored and greatly expanded into what is now a large hotel with 79 rooms, all of which have been designed in the original Cape Dutch fashion, with whitewashed walls, gables and thatch roofs.

Le Franschhoek has a fine location, providing wonderful views of the Franschhoek Mountains and easy access to the famous Cape wine routes.

Accommodation

Le Franschhoek Hotel offers 79 rooms, including 40 standard rooms, 37 suites and 2 private villas. The rooms are generously furnished and feature telephone, Wi-Fi connection, TV, safe, tea/coffee facilities, underfloor heating, and a view of the river, vineyards, or garden.

Dining

The Orchard Restaurant, located within a working fruit orchard, serves a variety of cuisines and is located in an ideal position to make the most of the impressive mountain views. Alternatively, Relais Gourmand boasts a fine menu and award winning wine list.

Facilities

- Outdoor swimming pool
- Tennis
- Boulles
- Three restaurants
- Delicatessen
- Spa

Activities

Available locally (mostly at an additional cost):
- Explore the beautiful Franschhoek mountains and valley
- Wine tasting
- Golf (Pearl valley and Paarl Golf Course)
- Tennis
- Hiking and biking excursions
- Paragliding and helicopter trips
- Chocolate and cheese tasting
- Visit the numerous local wineries
- Children’s activities: Lion park, crocodile farm, butterfly world, monkey town

Child Policy

Children are welcome and well cared for at Le Franschhoek Hotel. There are a number of activities suitable for children in the local area.