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 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
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
455 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed
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Room size:
595 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed
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Room size:
1015 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Valet parking
Baggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness center
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
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
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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