A lovely hotel in a great location. At the Protea Hotel by Marriott Franschhoek discover a location overlooking the majestic mountains and famous vineyards of the historical village Franschhoek, with beautiful yet modern and comfortable rooms featuring great views and an impressive range of mod cons. Parts of the building date back to the 1880s, with a charming courtyard with a swimming pool and sun terrace, perfect for relaxing after a busy day and followed by delicious lunch/dinner at the well-known upmarket new York style steak house The Hussar Grill. Popular pastimes in Franschhoek include golf, horseback riding, trout fishing and hiking through the Mont Rochelle Nature reserve trail. The Franschhoek Wine Tram is one of the best ways to discover the true essence of the Franschhoek Valley – picturesque vineyards, breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world-class cuisine, fine wines and 300 year history.Passengers aboard the hop-on hop-off tour will experience a unique and leisurely way to see the Franschhoek Valley as they journey through rolling vineyards in an open-side tram and open-air tram-bus stopping in at some of South Africa’s oldest and most distinguished wine estates. Art galleries line the main street and eight of the restaurants are amongst the country’s top 100! After such a wonderful day, retire in luxury at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Franschhoek, soaking up the charming ambience that prevails and the high standard of service.
Amenities
Bar
Free Parking
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Swimming Pool
Where is it
Centrally located in the charming town of Franschhoek, amongst the mountains and valleys of the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Transfer time from Cape Town Airport: 45 minutes.
Hotel information
40 rooms on 2 floors. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, complimentary uncapped WiFi , mini-fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities , private bathroom, safe* and hairdryer. Deluxe Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 single beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.
A Family Room is also available, with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The Hussar Grill restaurant. Courtyard swimming pool with sun terrace. Complimentary access to the nearby Franschhoek Health Club (beauty treatments*). Laundry service*. Uncapped WiFi throughout the hotel. Room service*.
* Denotes local charge.
Based on 315 reviews
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Excellent (221)
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Almost a true 5 star experience. Breakfast could be better
Jun 25, 2025ranger22SGMiami, Florida
Spent two nights here... I was by myself, so didn't need an upgrade. But as a Titanium Elite member, I would have appreciated a better room.
Breakfast wasn't that great, but dinner at the Hussar Grill was very good.
Staff super kind, location perfect and overall it was a great stay.
Lovely hotel in a great location
Jun 14, 2025VailGalTucson, Arizona
Lovely hotel with great restaurant. We st yes in a two bedroom suite with large living room and patio. Very nice too. With shared bathroom (Cap Classique room)in an outlying building. My only complaint with the room is it had a mini split heating unit in the main room, but nine in the bedrooms. So, with the door shut and it being winter, the rooms…
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Lovely hotel with great restaurant. We st yes in a two bedroom suite with large living room and patio. Very nice too. With shared bathroom (Cap Classique room)in an outlying building. My only complaint with the room is it had a mini split heating unit in the main room, but nine in the bedrooms. So, with the door shut and it being winter, the rooms got very chilly.
The restaurant, Hussar Grill. Was excellent. Staff very attentive and helpful.
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Wonderful, Happy, Positive Experience
May 13, 2025Cedric I
The hotel is spotlessly clean, centrally located, very comfortable, staff are polite, knowledgeable, helpful, professional and most of all are always happy. Staff are a credit to the hotel.
The overall experience was exceptionally good.
Unreliable
May 9, 2025Andy BLondon, United Kingdom
I had a booking for this December 01st to 04th 2025 with Booking.com, out of the blue the reservation was cancelled by the hotel and all they said due to Operational reasons. When I asked for clarification no reply was forthcoming totally unacceptable, I will never stay here again.
A little gem of a hotel
Apr 27, 2025lbballDerbyshire, United Kingdom
A unique beautiful designed and decor small hotel in a great location. This place truly is special staff and food are wonderful . The rooms are comfortable, spacious and clean. The ambience is perfect . Would visit again.
The food at Yu is divine.
Almost a true 5 star experience. Breakfast could be better
Unreliable
