Leeu Estates Hotel - Franschhoek
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5-star luxury estate in Franschhoek's vineyards with award-winning dining and holistic spa
Dining
Leeu Estates houses La Petite Colombe, a sister restaurant of the acclaimed La Colombe, offering fine dining within walking distance of guests' rooms. The hotel's own Dining Room serves seasonal menus crafted from locally sourced produce, with a terrace for breakfast and lunch. For a more intimate experience, private dining in exclusive settings can be arranged, and the on-site Mullineux & Leeu wine tasting room provides complimentary tastings at The Great Heart Wine Boutique.
Wellness & Spa
Leeu Spa offers holistic treatments using natural products from Healing Earth, with a menu that includes full body massages, body wraps, and facials. The spa features a steam room, spa lounge, and fitness center with personal trainer sessions and yoga classes. An outdoor infinity pool overlooks the vineyards, with sun loungers and pool towels provided for all guests.
Accommodations
Accommodations at Leeu Estates range from studios in the 19th-century Manor House to privately accessible cottages with personal gardens and views. Each room is individually styled and includes a fireplace, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV, with some cottages offering a jacuzzi. The estate's Vineyard Cottage and Max House villa cater to families needing additional space.
Location & Activities
Set on 100 hectares of vineyards and fynbos between mountains and a river, Leeu Estates is 2.1 km from Franschhoek Monument and a short drive from the Huguenot Memorial Museum. The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service to Franschhoek village, free bicycle rental for exploring the area, and walking tours of the property's sculpture garden. Guests can also visit Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve or take a tour of the on-site vineyard producing limited edition wines.
Additional Amenities
Leeu Estates provides a state-of-the-art event space for meetings and celebrations, plus babysitting services and board games for families. A barber and beauty shop are on-site, and the estate offers concierge services, currency exchange, and express check-in/check-out. For convenience, airport shuttles and car hire can be arranged, and the property has 24-hour security with CCTV coverage.
- Dining: La Petite Colombe (sister of La Colombe) and seasonal menus from locally sourced produce
- Spa: Leeu Spa with Healing Earth products, steam room, and infinity pool
- Wine: Complimentary tasting at The Great Heart Wine Boutique and on-site vineyard
- Activities: Free shuttle to Franschhoek village, bicycle rental, and walking tours
- Accommodations: Studios in Manor House and cottages with private gardens or jacuzzi
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed2 Single beds
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed

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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Essential information about Leeu Estates Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 1631 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.4 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 40.1 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Cape Town International, CPT |
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