Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa, Franschhoek

Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa offers five-star luxury and unparalleled views of the Franschhoek Mountains. This is an authentic Cape Dutch property with a contemporary feel. All rooms and communal areas have been decorated in neutral colours and embrace this Cape Dutch feel. It is 3km from Franschhoek village, 20 km from Stellenbosch and Paarl and 75 km from Cape Town's city centre. There are 79 rooms in total. The standard rooms can be converted into king or twin bed configuration and the suites have the added facility of a balcony, which overlooks the vineyards, mountains and landscaped gardens. The villas and self-catering suites have a kitchenette, a lounge area, patio and en suite bedroom. One thing to note is that the property is quite spread out with quite a few stairs and there are no lifts at this hotel. From the main hotel reception area, guests can access the breakfast room, an indoor/outdoor lounge area and a cocktail bar. 'Relais Gourmand', the fine dining al la carte restaurant has an award winning wine list. 'Le Verger' comprising individual glass conservatories located within a working fruit orchard offers a unique dining experience. The interactive cooking stations serve a variety of cuisine and the delicatessen offers a selection of local produce. As the restaurant offers al fresco dining it is closed from the beginning of May and to the end of August every year.