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.
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
- Room Breakdown
- 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 units · One bedroom, lounge, kitchenette, private patio · sleeps 2
- Classic Two-Bedroom Villas · 8 units · Two bedrooms, lounge, kitchenette, private patio · sleeps 4
- Deluxe Two-Bedroom Villas · 2 units · King + twin, open-plan lounge, kitchenette, mountain and vineyard views · sleeps 4
- Children Policy
- Family-friendly. Classic Family Rooms, Family Suites and two-bedroom villas accommodate children comfortably.
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
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. Kusa Connect supports the UK tour operators, luxury Africa specialists and DMC partners who programme Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa — providing sales materials, FAM trip coordination, consultant training and trade-event representation. UK travel agents recommend Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa to their clients, who then book through specialist UK tour operators working with the destination's Destination Management Companies.
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
- South Africa, South Africa
- Property type
- hotel
- Nearest airport
- Cape Town International Airport (CPT) (Approximately 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?
Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa reaches UK travellers via the proper trade channel. UK travel agents recommend the property to their clients, and those clients book through specialist UK tour operators who programme Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa alongside curated African itineraries. Tour operators in turn work with the destination's Destination Management Companies (DMCs) for in-country operations — transfers, reservations, guides and contingencies. Kusa Connect is Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa's UK trade representative: we build the operator awareness, train the consultants, host the FAM trips and, where required, represent the property at international travel trade shows. Kusa Connect does not take consumer or retail-agent bookings — those belong with the tour operator and DMC chain that owns the customer relationship.
Where is Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa located?
Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is located in South Africa, South Africa. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), approximately Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes by road from the property.
What FAM trip options does Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa offer the UK trade?
FAM trip enquiries for Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa are handled by Kusa Connect on behalf of Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa. UK trade buyers — tour operator product teams, Africa specialists, luxury travel consultants and travel media — can request FAM trip availability, current programme structure and host arrangements through the Kusa Connect contact form at kusaconnect.com/contact.
Who is Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa's UK trade representative?
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. Graeme is a former SATSA Board Director and KZN Chapter Chair, an ATTA member through Kusa Connect, and a member of the Institute of Directors UK, with nearly 20 years of international tourism experience across the UK, South Africa and the USA.
Which UK tour operators programme Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa?
Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is programmed by UK specialist Africa tour operators and luxury travel companies who work with Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa through Kusa Connect. Tour operators contract through the destination's DMC chain rather than directly with individual properties — the DMC handles in-country operations and the operator handles the UK customer relationship. UK travel agents recommend the property to their clients via the tour operator of their choice. For the current programming list and to request a tailored introduction to the right tour operator for your client's itinerary, contact Kusa Connect.
What product information is available for Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa?
Trade product information for Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa — including fact sheets, brochures, conservation and sustainability documentation, activity guides and FAM trip materials — is listed in the Trade Resources section of this page when published, and the latest editions are always available on request through Kusa Connect. Commercial information (rates, allotments, contracting terms) is held between Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa, its DMC partners and the tour operators they contract with, and is not published on this page.