Leeu House - Your Stay in Franschhoek

The air-conditioned rooms and suites at Leeu House are decorated in neutral tones. Each unit comes with an espresso machine, minibar, flat-screen TV, and an electronic safe. The en-suite bathrooms have marble floors, underfloor heating, double vanity tops, and heated towel rails. Some rooms open onto private terraces overlooking the gardens. Room 9 is noted for being quiet with nice furnishings.

The Conservatory serves innovative fusion cuisine made with mostly organic and fresh produce. Breakfast includes a selection of hot dishes such as eggs Benedict with trout, French toast with berries, and avocado toast on rye. Guests can also order from an all-day menu and enjoy wine or Champagne. Room service is available for meals and snacks.

The 15-metre outdoor pool features a shaded terrace with mountain views, a pool bar, and free sun loungers and towels. Leeu Spa by Healing Earth offers holistic treatments that incorporate the therapeutic benefits of South Africa's Pinotage grape. Guests can also book yoga classes or borrow bicycles. The hotel's garden displays sculptures of Gandhi and Mandela.

Leeu House sits on Huguenot Road, the main street of Franschhoek, within walking distance of art galleries, restaurants, and boutiques. The Huguenot Memorial Museum is 350 metres away, and the wine tram station is a 10-minute walk. Cape Town International Airport is one hour by car. A complimentary scheduled shuttle links the hotel to Leeu Estates and Le Quartier Français. Parking is free including valet service.

The 24-hour front desk offers concierge, currency exchange, and express check-in/out. Airport shuttles and car hire can be arranged. Daily housekeeping includes turndown service. Laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing are available. The hotel has a meeting venue called Indaba with state-of-the-art facilities. Security cameras and a safety deposit box are provided. Guests have access to board games and kids' meals. The hotel is adults only.