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La Fontaine

4.0 star property

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Restaurant
Interior detail
Fireplace
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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21 Dirkie Uys Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • Place, Franschhoek Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Franschhoek Art House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Franschhoek Wine Tram
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Superior Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

La Fontaine

An outdoor pool, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this guesthouse. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a meeting room, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance are on-site. Housekeeping is not available.
La Fontaine offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Recreational amenities at the guest house include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at La Fontaine. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Franschhoek Town Hall. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast offered
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include newspapers, a front desk safe and a meeting room
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Steps from Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery and Franschhoek Town Hall
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at La Fontaine. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Franschhoek guest house.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Due to drought conditions, water restrictions may apply at this property until further notice.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at La Fontaine

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

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

La Fontaine Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 121 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nitin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property lovely food lovely service!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent breakfast. Bed could be bigger though
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very attentive and the whole place was beautifully decorated, excellent breakfasts and so convenient for local activities
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janina

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Birgitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little pearl in Franschhoek, lovely surroundings, perfect location, warm and excellent service and the most delicious breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Great stay

I love this place. everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel with the most helpful and pleasant staff. Fabulous location right in centre of town close to amazing restaurants. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with staff that go above and beyond. ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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!
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janet

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

Perfectly positioned and lovely hotel

Lovely hotel, amazingly friendly and helpful service. Comfortable and clean, lovely decor, inviting lounge area.Stayed just one night and would have loved to have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so kind and helpful. Only oneblock from the center ofFranschoek. Room and bed were spacious and comfortable.Breakfast was great. Would definitely consider staying again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

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

We hope to stay there again!

Beautiful charming hotel with a very personal touch. The staff was extremely friendly! Delicious breakfast, beautiful garden with pool. Good location, you can walk to restaurants and the wine tram.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this location goes out of their way to make one feel welcome. The rooms are large and cozy. The property is close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Franschhoek Gem

Beautiful boutique hotel 1 street back from Main St. Well appointed rooms, with lively bathrooms and terraces onto the garden and pool. Very friendly and accomodating staff and management.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lush boutique hotel with amazing little touches

So many little touches like chocolates on the pillow and the turn down service. Couldn’t be more helpful for anything we needed! Room was lush had a massive bathroom and massive bed too. Breakfast was great and bar staff also lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was fantastic. Staff were fabulous and very accommodating. Facilities were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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

Superb

Amazing staff fantastic hotel. Literally everything was as hoped and more. We’ll be back
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Best location in central Franschhoek

Service and location exceptional. Hotel deals with power black outs well with lights and internet backed up by hotels off grid solar system.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful stay at La Fontaine .. nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommended and would love to return. The rooms are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024