An icon located in the heart of Franschhoek village, Le Quartier Français is a romantic 5* boutique hotel. With two fine dining restaurants; Protégé, a casual eatery, and Epice which offers a formal intimate experience. It also has the Everard Read (Franschhoek Art Gallery), and the Great Heart Wine Boutique.
The breathtakingly beautiful Franschhoek valley, Cape Winelands; is renowned as one of the world’s great food and wine destinations. Settled by the French Huguenots in 1688, it has retained its Gallic charm and character. At the heart of the valley is the romantic village of Franschhoek. Within easy driving distance from Franschhoek, one can enjoy the pristine beaches of the Cape, play a round of golf or experience some of the best land-based whale watching in Hermanus.
Le Quartier Français is the ideal base from which to explore the surrounding Winelands. You can simply walk into the village to discover its quaint charms. The extraordinary staff, luxuriously comfortable rooms and attention to detail ensure that this is the ultimate winelands destination.
Accommodation options vary at Le Quartier. In the main auberge, there are 15 x en-suite bedrooms surrounding the central courtyard garden and gated swimming pool. Each spacious room is individually decorated in vibrant colors and designer guild patterns and offers the comfort of home with delightful daily surprises. There are also two suites, each with its own walled garden, plunge pool, and child-friendly loft room.
Le Quartier has responded to the growing demand for exclusive-use hotels and traveling families and groups with the Four Quarters Suites adjacent to the main auberge gardens. Here, 4 x sumptuous suites, overlooking a private paved courtyard and lap pool, entice discerning groups looking for fun-filled luxury. Each suite is brightly decorated with imaginative textures, fabrics, and colors and features all the latest mod-cons.
Rooms are equipped with premium technology and include: Wi-Fi access and high-definition flat-screen television Limited minibar and Nespresso machine in the room Air conditioning and Underfloor heating Wood-burning fireplace and heated towel rails An electronic safe and hairdryer Bathrobes and slippers Voltage 220V – with built-in international adapter plugs and USB points
More information on the room types ↓
Auberge Room (x 7)
Individually styled with modern touches, these rooms are approximately 40m²/430ft² in size and boast extra spacious seating areas and spectacular views of either the central courtyard and its swimming pool or the surrounding mountains. These all feature en-suite bathrooms with both baths and walk-in showers and some have a sleeper couch for families traveling with children.
Auberge Room
Grande Room (x 6)
Each room is generously spacious at 50m²/538ft² in size. Situated around the main auberge these rooms enjoy views of the main pool area and majestic Franschhoek mountains. Bathrooms are contemporary with modern fittings including underfloor heating.
Grande Room
Petite Garden Suite (x 6)
These suites are 45m² / 484ft² and 40m² / 430ft² in size and look out on their own secret corner garden. Luxurious en-suite bathrooms feature granite tops, walk-in showers, and double vanities.
Petite Garden Suite
Pool Suites (x 2)
At approximately 80m² / 861ft² in size, these suites with their private walled gardens and secluded pools are perfect for honeymoon couples or families, as they feature sleeper couches. One of the suites has a bath and a shower and the other a shower only.
Pool Suite
Four Quarters Suite (x 4)
Set around a private courtyard, each sumptuously decorated and generously proportioned suite is 110m² / 1 184ft² in size, and features a separate lounge, a walk-in dressing room, a full en-suite bathroom, and a super king-size bed, and a double sofa bed for children.
Four Quarter Suite lounge
Child Policy
A cot can be made available in any room for young children at Le Quartier Français. Up to 2 x kids 7 years and younger; can stay at no extra cost on a sofa bed in selected rooms; while 1 x child aged 8 – 12 sharing a room with two adults can stay on a sofa bed at no extra cost. Children aged 13 and older, are considered adults and will require their own room. The appropriate cottage or room configuration will be suggested The normal room rate applies when one child sharing with one adult
Dining at Le Quartier Français
Protégé is a casual-style eatery at Le Quartier Français under the guidance of celebrity chef Scot Kirton. Visitors looking for an informal eatery now have the perfect venue in Protégé, featuring stylish casual fare created by a series of talented young chefs headed by Zane. Asian, French, and Italian influences can be detected in the cuisine which includes the trendy small plates menu, ideal for sharing. Visitors can choose to dine al fresco or watch the chefs at work in the central show kitchen.
Protege Restaurant
A venture from the team behind La Colombe and other world class dining establishments, Épice is an intimate fine dining restaurant. Derived from the French word Épice meaning spice (and is pronounced eh-peace). It serves an array of delectably curated dishes. The flavor packed menu is inspired by the team’s culinary expedition to India. As well as memories of travels through Spain, Japan, Mexico, Denmark, and the US. And presented in a home-cooking style with a refined edge.
At the sister Franschhoek property; Leeu Estates, La Petite Colombe (sister property to La Colombe in Constantia), offers a world-class dining experience synonymous with this world-renowned collective. Multiple award-winning chef Darren Badenhorst pilots Le Chêne in the Manor House at Leeu Estates, serving French-inspired dishes.
Le Quartier Français Accommodation Rates
1st March until 30th April 2024
May until August 2024
1st September until 19th December 2024
Auberge
R10 500
R10 500
R11 500
Grande
R12 000
R11 500
R13 500
Petite Garden Suite
R14 500
R13 500
R16 000
Pool Suite and Four Quarters Suite
R21 500
R17 000
R23 500
Le Quartier Français Accommodation Rates
20th December 2024 until 28th February 2025
1st March until 30th April 2025
Auberge
R13 500
R11 500
Grande
R15 000
R13 500
Petite Garden Suite
R19 500
R16 000
Pool Suite and Four Quarters Suite
R30 000
R23 500
Please use the above as a guide only.
A minimum 2-night stay from 20th December 2023 until 10th January 2024
Rates include:
Breakfast (from 7 am –11 am) Limited mini-bar and Nespresso machine in the room Unlimited Internet access All national phone calls One complimentary wine tasting of Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines at Leeu Estates per guest per stay Complimentary scheduled shuttle service between Leeu Collection properties 15% VAT Complimentary use of bicycles, subject to availability. Access to Leeu Spa at Leeu Estates (treatments are subject to availability and for guests’ own account). Access to the gym at Leeu Estates. Children 12 and under are not allowed. Teenagers 13 – 17 must be accompanied by a parent or an adult (18 and over). Nature trails (river, mountain, and vineyard) at Leeu Estates
Le Quartier Français Accommodation Special Offers
Three Night Indulge
Book 3 consecutive nights or more and receive an additional 15% off your accommodation rate.
Valid until 30th April 2025. This offer excludes between 20th December and 28/29th February.
The Art of Living
Book a minimum of two nights at Leeu Estates (Studio Room or higher) or Le Quartier Français (Pool Suite or Four Quarters Suite). Followed by a minimum of three nights at Ellerman House (Deluxe Room or higher) and receive complimentary return airport transfers. As well as transfers between the two properties.
Rates and Offers at Le Quartier Français, a romantic boutique hotel is in the heart of Franschhoek, Cape Winelands; which is known for excellent wines and food
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