The Last Word Franschhoek Cape Winelands

The Last Word Franschhoek Luxury Boutique Hotel is situated in the heart of Franschhoek's village in the magnificent Cape Winelands, South Africa. Franschhoek is considered the gourmet capital of South Africa due to its many gourmet restaurants and various vineyards. The Last Word Franschhoek Retreat is only a minute's walk from these excellent award-winning restaurants and numerous character-filled boutique style shops and art galleries, which make the village of Franschhoek so unique and quaint.

Guests staying in Franschhoek have the unique opportunity to visit the wine estates and take part in wine tasting tours. The Franschhoek valley is also the idyllic setting for walking trails, hiking, cycling, bird watching, horse riding and fly-fishing. Golfing enthusiasts are well catered for with several championship golf courses close by.

The Last Word Franschhoek has been designed with sumptuous home comforts creating an elegant, sophisticated interior with a handsome mixture of classic and contemporary furnishings. It has been beautifully restored in the Cape Huguenot tradition. A wooden decked balcony affords spectacular views across the mountains, the perfect spot for a sundowner or just relax around the swimming pool.

The Last Word Franschhoek Hotel features six luxurious rooms, three superior doubles which open onto private patio gardens and three suites with separate lounge areas. All have large en-suite bathrooms.
   
Breakfasts are a speciality offering a wide choice of interesting fare and are inclusive, as are all beverages. Dinners and lunches are available by arrangement.

Accommodation at The Last Word Franschhoek

Standard accommodation features:

• Fresh Flowers
• Complimentary Tea and Coffee Tray
• Bespoke Amenities
• Hair dryer and Shaving points
• Under floor heating
• Select Satellite TV
• Wireless Internet Connection
• Private Room Safe
•  Air conditioning
• Heated Towel Rails
• Velour Robes and Slippers
• 300 Thread Count Cotton Linen
• Port/Sherry decanter
• Bedside alarm clocks
• In-suite Telephone

Special features of the Suite:

• Suite Size (62sqm)
• Separate Shower, Bath & Toilet
• Separate Lounge Area
• DVD Player
• Complimentary Mini Bar & Snacks

Special features of the Pool Suites:

• Suite Size (62sqm)
• Separate Shower, Bath & Toilet
• Private Pool and Courtyard
• Separate Lounge Area
• DVD Player
• Complimentary Mini Bar & Snacks

Special features of the Superior Double Rooms:

• Private patio garden (25sqm)
• Room Size (42sqm)
• Complimentary Mini Bar & Snacks
• Separate Shower, Bath & Toilet

Facilities at The Last Word Franschhoek

• Small Solar Heated Swimming pool
• Residents Bar
• Secure parking
• Spa treatments by arrangement
• 24 Hour security
• Picnic baskets can be arranged
• Laundry services
• Tours & Transfers by arrangement

Activities for guests while in Franschhoek

• Boutique shopping
• Gourmet Wining and dining
• Walking & Hiking
• Mountain Biking
• Wine Tasting (27 Estates)
• Chocolate Tasting
• Cheese Tasting
• 20 World Class Restaurants
• Historic buildings & museum
• Championship Golf Courses
• Bicycle hire
• Wine tasting on horseback

Recommended restaurants in Franschhoek

• Reubens
• The Tasting Room
• Bread and Wine
• Le Petit Ferme
• French Connection

Directions to The Last Word Franschhoek from the Cape Town International Airport

• Follow the N2 from the airport towards Somerset West
• Take the R310 off ramp to the left towards Stellenbosch
• Continue on the R310 to Franschhoek travelling over the Hels Hoogte pass and through the small town of Pniel
• At the T-junction turn right on to the R45 to Franschhoek (this road will lead you directly into the town)
• The Franschhoek is on the right hand side opposite the Winelands Experience in the main road