An elegant Cape Dutch-inspired hotel and spa in the heart of South Africa’s Franschhoek Valley, offering stylish rooms and suites, award-winning dining, a full-service spa, and leisure facilities ideal for wine country exploration and relaxation.
Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is a luxury hotel located in the scenic Franschhoek Valley of the Western Cape, South Africa — one of the country’s premier wine-region destinations. Surrounded by lush vineyards and overlooking majestic mountain ranges, this refined property blends classic Cape Dutch charm with modern comfort, creating a serene and stylish haven for travellers exploring the famed Cape Wine Route.
The hotel features elegant accommodation options including 61 en-suite rooms and suites, as well as a selection of classic one- and two-bedroom villas and deluxe family villas, all designed to provide comfort, space, and tranquillity. Guests enjoy thoughtful in-room amenities such as air conditioning, Wi-Fi, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and under-floor heating in select rooms.
Dining at the property includes Sauvage Restaurant, renowned for its seasonal and locally influenced cuisine, and La Pavillion for relaxed meals, all complemented by fine local wines. The hotel’s Camelot Spa offers a comprehensive menu of treatments, and leisure facilities include an outdoor pool, tennis court, and spaces to unwind in manicured gardens.
Whether savouring the regional wine culture, exploring Franschhoek’s boutique shops and galleries, or simply relaxing with spa treatments and panoramic views, Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa delivers an unforgettable luxury experience in South Africa’s famed Winelands.
Overview
- Rating
- 4-Star (SA Tourism)
- Setting
- Franschhoek Valley, Cape Winelands, Western Cape
- Summary
- An elegant Cape Dutch-inspired four-star hotel and spa in the heart of South Africa's Franschhoek Valley, offering stylish rooms and suites, self-catering villas, award-winning dining, a full-service spa, and five event venues set against the backdrop of the Franschhoek mountains.
- Category
- Boutique Hotel & Spa
- Architecture
- Cape Dutch
Why visit
- Heart of the Cape Winelands and Cape Wine Route — 50+ wineries within easy reach
- Iconic Cape Dutch architecture in a tranquil valley setting
- Award-winning fine-dining at Sauvage under Executive Head Chef Kyle Norris
- Onsite Camelot Spa with a comprehensive treatment menu
- Five event venues plus the Le Verger wedding chapel
- Family-friendly with classic family rooms, family suites and two-bedroom villas
- Complimentary shuttle into Franschhoek town
Accommodation
- Unit Type
- Hotel rooms, suites and self-catering villas
- Total Units
- 79
- Children Policy
- Family-friendly. Classic Family Rooms, Family Suites and two-bedroom villas accommodate children comfortably.
Classic Rooms
King or twin
Sleeps 2
Classic Family Rooms
King-size bed plus 2 singles in thatched loft
Sleeps 4
Deluxe Rooms
King-size bed
Sleeps 2
Suites
King-size bed with balcony and seating area
Sleeps 2
Family Suites
King-size bed plus 2 singles in upstairs loft
Sleeps 4
Classic One-Bedroom Villas · 8
One bedroom, lounge, kitchenette, private patio
Sleeps 2
Classic Two-Bedroom Villas · 8
Two bedrooms, lounge, kitchenette, private patio
Sleeps 4
Deluxe Two-Bedroom Villas · 2
King + twin, open-plan lounge, kitchenette, mountain and vineyard views
Sleeps 4
Room amenities
- En-suite bathroom with frameless walk-in shower
- Air conditioning with individual temperature control
- Under-floor heating in bathroom and bedroom
- Espresso machine with coffee pods plus tea-making facilities
- Select DSTV bouquet
- Writing desk
- Electronic safe
- Hairdryer
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Dream Hotels & Resorts signature amenities
- Villas additionally have a private patio and equipped kitchenette
Dining
- High Tea
- Available
- Bar Lounge
- Terrace Bar & Lounge — fine coffees, teas, wines, beers and cocktails with sunset views
- Board Basis
- Bed & Breakfast (breakfast at La Pavillion included)
- Fine Dining
- Sauvage Restaurant — à la carte, seasonal menu under Executive Head Chef Kyle Norris
- Casual Dining
- La Pavillion Restaurant — all-day relaxed dining and the breakfast venue
- Wine Pairings
- Available
Activities included
- Swimming pool
- Tennis courts
- Manicured gardens
- Complimentary shuttle to Franschhoek town
- Onsite 360° virtual tour experience
Optional activities
- Camelot Spa treatments
- Cape Wine Route — 50+ wineries within easy reach
- Franschhoek galleries, boutiques and restaurants
- Wine tastings and cellar tours
- Cycling and hiking in the valley
- Day trips to Stellenbosch and Cape Town
- Visits to the Huguenot Memorial Museum
- Hot-air ballooning over the valley (seasonal)
Facilities
- Camelot Spa
- Swimming pool
- Tennis courts
- Sauvage fine-dining restaurant
- La Pavillion casual restaurant
- Terrace Bar & Lounge
- Five event and conferencing venues
- Le Verger wedding chapel
- Conference facilities
- Manicured gardens
- Complimentary shuttle service
- Online check-in
Sustainability
- Guest Shuttle
- Reduces guest vehicle use within the valley
- Local Sourcing
- Seasonal menus showcase regional Cape produce
- Eco Status Page
- https://dreamresorts.co.za/hotels-resorts/le-franschhoek-hotel-spa/eco-status-2/
Getting there
- Nearest Town
- Franschhoek (5 minutes)
- Arrival Point
- 16 Minor Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape
- Nearest Airport
- Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
- Airport Transfer Time
- Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes by road
- Secure Parking Available
- Yes
Practical information
- Currency
- ZAR (South African Rand)
- Malaria Risk
- None — Western Cape is malaria-free
- Wifi Available
- Yes
- Reservations Email
- reservations@lefranschhoek.co.za
- Reservations Phone
- +27 (0)21 876 8900
- Central Reservations
- +27 (0)861 010 347
UK trade information
How Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa reaches the UK travel trade
Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is represented in the UK travel trade by Kusa Connect, an ATTA member UK rep company founded by Graeme Watson.
For UK trade enquiries about Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa, contact Kusa Connect or speak directly with Graeme Watson — founder of Kusa Connect (ATTA member), former SATSA Board Director.
- Property
- Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa
- Location
- Franschhoek, Western Cape, South Africa
- Property type
- hotel
- Nearest airport
- Cape Town International Airport (CPT) (Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes by road)
- Grading
- 4-star
- Rooms & suites
- 61 en-suite
- Villas
- 18 — 8 one-bedroom, 8 classic two-bedroom, 2 deluxe two-bedroom
- Restaurants
- Sauvage and La Pavillion, plus the Terrace Bar & Lounge
- Spa
- Camelot Spa, with an outdoor massage area
- Nearest airport
- Cape Town International — about 1 hour 15 minutes by road
- UK trade rep
- Kusa Connect — ATTA member
- Trade contact
- Graeme Watson, Founder
Frequently asked questions from the UK trade
How is Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa sold to the UK travel trade?
UK travel agents recommend Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa to their clients, who book through specialist UK tour operators, who in turn work with the destination's Destination Management Companies for in-country operations. Kusa Connect is Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa's UK trade representative and does not take consumer or retail-agent bookings.
Where is Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa?
Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is in Franschhoek, Western Cape, South Africa. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), approximately 1 hour 15 minutes by road from the property.
Who represents Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa in the UK?
Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is represented in the UK travel trade by Kusa Connect, a boutique UK rep company for African travel founded by Graeme Watson — a former SATSA Board Director, ATTA member and member of the Institute of Directors UK. FAM trip availability, trade product information and operator introductions are all handled through kusaconnect.com/contact.
Is Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa 4-star or 5-star?
It is graded 4-star. That is worth stating clearly for a UK buyer, because Franschhoek is a valley of 5-star properties and a client who arrives expecting one will be disappointed by the other. What the hotel offers at its grading is scale and setting — 61 rooms and suites plus 18 villas on the edge of the village, which is a different proposition from a twelve-room boutique guesthouse at twice the rate.
What treatments does the Camelot Spa at Le Franschhoek offer?
Camelot Spa uses Hot Stone, Kahuna, Balinese and Indian Head massage techniques, and has an outdoor massage area as well as treatment rooms. A traditional Balinese full-body massage with a scrub is on the menu, alongside the usual facial, manicure and pedicure range.
Does Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa suit a family?
Yes, and it is one of the few Franschhoek properties where that is straightforward. There are Classic Family Rooms with a king bed plus two singles in a thatched loft, Family Suites, and 8 two-bedroom classic villas plus 2 deluxe two-bedroom villas — so a family of four or a party travelling together can be put in one unit rather than split across rooms.
What is there to eat at Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa?
Sauvage is the à la carte restaurant, with a seasonal menu. La Pavillion serves breakfast, which is included on the standard bed-and-breakfast basis. There is also a Terrace Bar and Lounge, and a high tea. Franschhoek itself is widely described as South Africa's culinary capital, and the village restaurants are a short distance from the hotel.
Who represents Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa to the UK travel trade?
Kusa Connect is the hotel's UK trade representative. Product briefings, consultant training, FAM trip coordination and trade product enquiries come through kusaconnect.com/contact. Rates and contracting terms sit between the hotel, its operator and the tour operators they contract with, and are not published here.
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