Leeu Estates Hotel - Franschhoek

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Leeu Estates Hotel - Franschhoek
Leeu Estates, Dassenberg Road, Franschhoek, South Africa·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.7Perfect
Cleanliness10.0
Comfort10.0
Free WiFi10.0
Facilities9.8
Location9.8
Who stays here
Couples68%
Families14%
Groups9%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.7Perfect
Cleanliness10.0
Comfort10.0
Free WiFi10.0
Facilities9.8
Location9.8
Who stays here
Couples68%
Families14%
Groups9%
Solo6%

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 200 acres of vineyards and fynbos between mountains and a river, Leeu Estates is 1 mile 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
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 06:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:25
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Rooms and availability

Classic Double Room
  • Room size:

    455 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Deluxe King Room
  • Room size:

    595 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Executive King Suite
  • Room size:

    1015 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Valet parking

Baggage storage

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Swimming pool

Infinity pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Full body massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
  • Curtains
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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

Location

Leeu Estates, Dassenberg Road, Franschhoek, South Africa
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Leeu Estates, Dassenberg Road, Franschhoek, South Africa
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