Highlights

• Central village location, a short walk to Franschhoek's restaurants, galleries and boutiques
• Twelve individually styled luxury rooms, several with fireplaces, freestanding bathtubs and Juliet balconies
• Franschhoek Wine Tram departs 100 metres from the door for hop-on, hop-off access to the valley's wine estates
• Tranquil courtyard framed by the Franschhoek mountains, ideal for a glass of local wine and a cheeseboard
• Lion Roars Loyalty Club benefits, including welcome drinks and room upgrades for members

You Should Know

• Suited to couples and adult travellers; check the child policy directly before booking if travelling with children
• Winter evenings in the valley are cool, fireplaces and firewood are provided in selected rooms

The Details

Location

Franschhoek Boutique Hotel sits in the centre of Franschhoek, the French-influenced village at the head of the Cape Winelands valley. It is tucked behind a leafy courtyard shared with cafés, art galleries and boutique shops, a quiet pocket only a few minutes' stroll from the main street.

The setting offers a peaceful retreat from the bustle of town while keeping guests within easy reach of the valley's restaurants, wine estates and cultural sights, with the Franschhoek mountains framing the view.

Rooms

The hotel has 12 individually styled rooms. The Luxury rooms are spacious and stylish, with large double doors that open to partial mountain views and let in fresh air and natural light.

Rooms feature thoughtful touches including freestanding bathtubs, Juliet balconies, fireplaces, plush linens and curated décor, designed as quiet retreats after a day of wine tasting or exploring the village.

Dining

Breakfast is served daily and is included in the rate. The hotel's restaurant is a spacious room anchored by a fireplace, a welcoming refuge on crisp winter evenings, with a curated wine list drawn from the surrounding valley.

Guests can also unwind in the lounge or take a glass of local wine and a cheeseboard out into the courtyard. Franschhoek's renowned restaurants are within walking distance for lunch and dinner.

Activities

The Franschhoek Wine Tram departs just 100 metres from the hotel, offering a scenic hop-on, hop-off route through the valley's vineyards with tastings at top estates. More than 30 wine estates lie within the valley.

Beyond wine, Franschhoek hosts annual events including the Franschhoek Wine Festival, the Bastille Festival and the Franschhoek Literary Festival. History enthusiasts can visit the Huguenot Memorial Museum, the Franschhoek Motor Museum, La Motte Estate and the Dutch Reformed Church, all close to the hotel.

Price Includes

• Accommodation in a Luxury room with mountain view
• Daily breakfast
• Access to the hotel lounge, restaurant and courtyard
• Firewood for in-room fireplaces, where applicable