Located close to Franschhoek Town Hall and Franschhoek Art House, theLAB Franschhoek provides a terrace, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the spa tub, and indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a facial, or a massage. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and access to a nearby health club
Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at theLAB Franschhoek include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like smart speakers and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
Free toiletries and hair dryers
Eco-friendly cleaning products, mini fridges, and smart speakers
Languages
Afrikaans, Dutch, 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
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Full breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM: ZAR 150 per person
Things to do
Access to nearby health club
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Outdoor pool
Spa services
Spa tub
Conveniences
Front-desk safe
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Business services
Conference space (388 square feet)
Meeting room
Outdoors
Pool sun loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Spa
Couples treatment room(s)
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - Swedish
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
Hand-held showerhead
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
Shared microwave
Smoke-free property
TV in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Egyptian cotton sheets
Heating
Memory foam mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Entertainment
Smart speaker
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Mini-fridge
More
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Safe
Slippers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
theLAB LIFESTYLE Franschhoek Guesthouse
theLAB LIFESTYLE Guesthouse
theLAB LIFESTYLE
theLAB Franschhoek Guesthouse
theLAB Franschhoek Franschhoek
theLAB Franschhoek Guesthouse Franschhoek
Frequently asked questions
Does theLAB Franschhoek have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is theLAB Franschhoek pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at theLAB Franschhoek?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at theLAB Franschhoek?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at theLAB Franschhoek?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is theLAB Franschhoek located?
Situated in the suburbs, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Franschhoek Town Hall and Franschhoek Art House. Huguenot Monument and Franschhoek Wine Tram are also within 1 mi (2 km).
theLAB Franschhoek Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 82 reviews" "
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Patrick
Traveled with partner
27 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Liked pool area lounge area, didn’t like” no chairs or desk table in room “ toilet and shower set up ridiculous.
TheLab is about a 15 minute walk into the centre of town & is well located. We really enjoyed our stay. Food & service was all very good. Staff very welcoming and attentive
Lovely people, comfortable, outside hottub was fab, breakfasts made to order, really large bathroom. The only thing was the tech which doesn't work and needs to be ditched. It's a gimmick which doesn't add to the experience- not pleasant having music in the room going on in the middle of the night having had no explanation of what to do to stop it. All in all though very much to be recommended.
Location, amenities, decor and staff all absolutely perfect. Beautiful bathroom, fantastic breakfast and a wonderful wine cellar. Couldn’t have loved it more.
We really enjoyed our stay at TheLAB. Gerard and the team were fantastic, they went over and beyond to make our stay special. We forgot a bag and they went the extra mile to help us retrieve it. And, they helped us with dinner reservations at the last minute (we had no clue they went like hot cakes!). The whole team were lovely and everyone was so smiley. Looking forward to going back! Thanks again!
We've had a great stay here- all the staff are so friendly and helpful, the property is beautifully furnished and decorated, and having a pool to use (especially in summer) was the cherry on the cake. It's also wirhin walking distance to the town center. Would highly recommend staying at the LAB.
Annina
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gary
Traveled with partner
4 January 2024
Liked: Amenities
Loved the property, the concept, the shower and the service. Loved Franschoek in general and would definitely come back again
We loved staying at the LabFranschoek. The staff especially Gerald and Jodi were very helpful. The breakfast was wonderful and cooked to order. The communal areas were lovely as well. The guest rooms were tech savvy with touch shower, automated blinds and more.
Close walk and closer drive to the Main Street in Franschhoek. We would return again.
We really enjoyed our stay at theLAB. Gerald, Candice and the team were incredibly hospitable and the accommodation and facilities are top notch. We'll definitely be back. Thank you