Franschhoek

Travel Guide

Franschhoek featuring flowers, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
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Where to stay in Franschhoek

Paarl

Simondium

Simondium is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Vrede en Lust Estate and Babylonstoren.

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Pniel

While Pniel might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Boschendal and Zorgvliet Estate.

Pniel
@Franschhoek Hotel
@Franschhoek Hotel
3.5 out of 5
R 45, La Brasserie Farm, Franschhoek, Western Cape
The price is AED 668 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
AED 668
AED 768 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Franschhoek. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Leopard's Leap Winery and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
"We stayed for two nights, and would happily have stayed much longer! We both felt very blessed that we found such a wonderful hotel in such beautiful and relaxed surroundings. We'll definitely come back and will plan to stay longer. Great base for getting to all the many vineyards and restaurants. ..."

Reviewed on 13 March 2025

@Franschhoek Hotel
Boschendal Farm Estate
Boschendal Farm Estate
4.5 out of 5
Pniel Road, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek, Western Cape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 1,768 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
AED 1,768
AED 2,053 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Franschhoek. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (123 reviews)
"Wonderful experience from start to finish. Werf suites were awesome. Restaurant great , wine tasting fun and picnic unique"

Reviewed on 5 March 2025

Boschendal Farm Estate
Neighbourgood Franschhoek
Neighbourgood Franschhoek
6 De Wet St, Franschhoek, Western Cape
The price is AED 278 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
AED 278
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this lodge in Franschhoek. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Franschhoek Wine Tram and Dutch Reformed Church are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"Prior to check in time, we requested our luggage be stored as we were going on the wine tram. They not only did this but put our chocolate in a fridge so it would not melt"

Reviewed on 17 March 2025

Neighbourgood Franschhoek
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Ivy Apartments
The Ivy Apartments
4 out of 5
1 Kruger Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star luxury apartment in Franschhoek. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a health club. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
"We went to Franschhoek for our first trip and couldnt have chosen a better location! The apartment was perfect and in a great location for experiencing everything the town has to offer- walking distance to the shops, restaurants, wine tram, and grocery store. Great amenities and wonderful staff! ..."

Reviewed on 3 November 2024

The Ivy Apartments
La Cotte Forest Cottages
La Cotte Forest Cottages
3 out of 5
Plot 550, Upper Uitkyk Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Franschhoek. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an attached winery. Popular attractions Dutch Reformed Church and Franschhoek ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the Forest cottage. We loved the grounds of the hotel and the gardens were so beautiful. We booked late and the only room available was one of the cottages. We found the decor to be very dated including the bathroom and it had no air con. The bathroom taps were very stiff. The ..."

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

La Cotte Forest Cottages
Le Petit Bijou Boutique Apartments
Le Petit Bijou Boutique Apartments
5 out of 5
58 Huguenot Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Franschhoek. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dutch Reformed Church and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Great property. Super friendly. Nothing left to be desired"

Reviewed on 30 October 2019

Le Petit Bijou Boutique Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Franschhoek

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5/5 - Excellent

Fatima

Nice area.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice city, a lot of wineries and good restaurants, it worth the visit to stay a couple of days.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The food is amazing, great shops. We dinned at La Petite Colombe and Protegé, both amazing. All the wineries are near by and easy to move around with uber. Visiting Babylonstoren is a must.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Such a quaint town with so much charm. We love going and will go back many more times. Wine, food, scenery, architecture... all 5star!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This is a quaint little town with great history. Riding the Franschhoek Wine Tram is convenient and so is shopping and dining.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A beautiful wine town full of dining options and shopping. It felt very safe and was great to walk around in.