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La Fontaine

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Franschhoek with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Superior Deluxe | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is SAR 841
SAR 973 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Deluxe

Superior Deluxe | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Deluxe

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
21 Dirkie Uys Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690

What's nearby

  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Huguenot Monument - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Franschhoek Pass - 7 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Hoek - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Microbrewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coffee station - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪French Connection - ‬3 min walk

About this property

La Fontaine

Upscale guesthouse in the historical district
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and laundry facilities at La Fontaine. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Newspapers in the lobby, 1 meeting room, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • 32-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles and desks

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers

Spa

  • Manicures and pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • Digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Due to drought conditions, water restrictions may apply at this property until further notice.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Fontaine Guesthouse Franschhoek
Fontaine Guesthouse
Fontaine Franschhoek
La Fontaine Guest House Hotel Franschhoek
La Fontaine Guesthouse
La Fontaine Franschhoek
La Fontaine Guesthouse Franschhoek

Frequently asked questions

Does La Fontaine have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is La Fontaine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Fontaine?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Fontaine?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Fontaine?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is La Fontaine located?

Situated in the historical district, this guesthouse is steps from Franschhoek Town Hall, Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery, and Franschhoek Wine Tram. Franschhoek Art House and Dutch Reformed Church are also within 5 minutes.

La Fontaine Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional staff who anticipate and deliver exceptional service. The best we've ever experienced around the world.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and so helpful. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true gem. This is my new go-to place for the first (and second) night in Cape Town. Most international flights arrive in the early morning and commercial downtown hotels do not let you check in before 3 pm. Most of us are exhausted. So make your way to Franschhoek against traffic and stop at some wineries on the way. Then rest at La Fontaine. Many fine restaurants within 0.5 miles. Lovely breakfast and exceptional service.

10/10 Excellent

peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quality of management
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful boutique hotel with fabulous service! Rooms are spacious and clean but the staff make this a place to return to in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved. Staying here. Everything was great. The staff, rooms property and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem
A gem of a find. Truly fabulous welcome. It has a real rustic charm but with all modern amenity. Great location in centre of Franschoek. Could not recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff can’t do enough for you They are wonderful helpful kind people
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

janet

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here could not do more for us, we had a fantastic time here. It is a very tranquil place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect, couldn't fault a thing, beautifully appointed, massive comfortable bed in a lovely room. Staff were a so attentive and helpful, attention to detail second to none, Perfect location 5 mins walk from centre, probably one of the best properties we have stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will visit again
Kim & her staff were nothing short of fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb property with incredible staff
I almost never leave a review but I couldn’t ignore this place. The property is very nice but what truly makes this outstanding is the staff, and really at all levels. From how we could park early in the morning to only check in in the afternoon, to how our little note about vegan breakfast if possible was fully noted with multiple options provided! You feel like a regular guest in a small caring hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rune

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wow, this place is amazing! The breakfast service, the turn down service, the staff-- all amazing! The location is perfect as well. Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful
Simply Superb . Yes yes yes . I would stay here over and over again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the service from staff. I wish we could have stayed longer to truly enjoy the property and surroundings!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Best
3 couples stayed for a night, so good we changed our road trip and returned 4 days later for another night. Brilliant property, great friendly people, best location, great breakfast, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharnjeet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kim, Carlof and all the staff were super hospitable making us feel very welcome. They also helped us to organsie our one day in the area. Breakfast was very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Julius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023