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Akademie Street Boutique Hotel

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Luxury
5.0 star property
10

Exceptional

Mountain serenity with luxurious comforts

Set in a tranquil location with stunning mountain views, this boutique hotel offers spacious, well-equipped rooms and a serene atmosphere. Delight in poolside breakfasts, evening cocktails by the conservatory fireplace, and a hot tub on your balcony for ultimate relaxation.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Uitsig | 1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Uitsig

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twyfeling A | 1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twyfeling A

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twyfeling B | 1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twyfeling B

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Vreugde | 1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Vreugde

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Oortuiging B | 1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Oortuiging B

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Oortuiging A | 1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Oortuiging A

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Gelatenheid A | 1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Gelatenheid A

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Gelatenheid B | 1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Gelatenheid B

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twyfeling C | 1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twyfeling C

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
5 Akademie Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690

What's nearby

  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Franschhoek Art House - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Huguenot Monument - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hoek - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Microbrewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪French Connection - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Let’s Frite - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Akademie Street Boutique Hotel

Luxury boutique hotel in the business district
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel. In addition to an arcade/game room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 4 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An area shuttle, express check-in, and free newspapers
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a banquet hall, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel offer perks such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Akademie Street Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools.

Is Akademie Street Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Akademie Street Boutique Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Franschhoek, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Huguenot Memorial Museum, Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery, and Franschhoek Town Hall. Franschhoek Art House and Dutch Reformed Church are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Akademie Street Boutique Hotel Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fritz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Interior design is breathtaking……and Declan is a outstanding host!!!!!! Breakfast at pool is just next level….😀👍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property incredibly friendly staff Would absolutely stay there away
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful boutique hotel - best in Franschhoek
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

SA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

Peaceful Break

Genuinely an amazing boutique hotel. You are looked after so well by Declan and the team.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is truly one of the best places I’ve stayed! Amazingly beautiful property with fantastic staff and within walking distance to shopping and dining options and even to a few wineries. Lovely ambience and homey feeling but very upscale. I fully recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel set in a tranquil location. The staff are excellent and can't do enough for you. It made our stay in Franschhoek extra special!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Nothing to fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel. We were greeted with an warm welcome from the team and felt right at home from the moment we arrived. The rooms are stunning, clean and spacious. The evening cocktails and wine are a wonderful touch and the breakfast is a must! Location is walkable to main strip with a fantastic selection of restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

Wonderful

This hotel is one of the most attention to detail I have stayed in,you could not fault anything or anybody connected to this establishment.A truly amazing space to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most beautiful hotels we’ve ever stayed in. The room was well appointed and gorgeously designed. The premises were stunning. The staff and owner were friendly. The hotel is located within walking distance of Franschhoek’s Main Street and quite safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tana

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

Very well rounded

Very pleasantly surprised. Very boutiquey, very tasteful, delicious poolside breakfast, beautiful rooms and great service. Just perfect for visits to Franschhoek, no hesitation required.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Declan was an incredible host and his staff made every effort to accommodate us at every turn. Local wines by the fire in the conservatory was such a comfortable way to unwind in the evenings. Declan managed to get us last minute dinner reservations at Rubens which was spectacular. The inn is steps from all the Franschhoek has to offer. This is the place to stay while visiting this charming wine region!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bassam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in every way. The property is simply stunning and exceptionally decorated. The room was so comfortable, luxurious, spacious, and unique. This hotel is has thought of everything and goes above and beyond. The breakfast in the morning is over-the-top amazing. The service was excellent. The location is perfect and super walkable. I cannot sing enough praises for this hotel. We have traveled a lot and this is hands down one of the best properties we have ever stayed at. Cannot recommend enough. We are looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Akademie Street Boutique hotel and staff exceeded all expectations. The rooms are lovely and the amenities outstanding. The breakfast options are plentiful and delicious. We had cocktails or wine every evening in the orangerie which is lovely. The pool and hot tub are wonderful as well. We can’t say enough about the exceptional service provided by all of the staff. They also communicated well by email prior to our trip which was very reassuring and provided us options for transportation from the airport and back to Cape Town. We highly recommend Franschhoek and this lovely hotel which is in easy walking distance into town. Thanks to the wonderful Akademie team.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Just amazing...

There are no words to describe our stay here. We will be back vey soon that is for sure. This guest house takes all standards you know and destroys them with a higher level. The service was 5 star. Accomadtions 5 star. Food 5 star, wine 5 star. The atmosphere they put on each day and night 5 star. We had the pleasure to stay while the owner and his family were there as well from Ireland. What an amazing family. Tucked away in one of the most beautiful places on earth if you cannot find peace at this hotel then you will never find it.

10/10 Excellent

Dietmar

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

Beyond expectations this dream boutique hotel.

Sad to leave but thrilled to have stayed at Akademie. However we do have unfinished business so we will be back, that is certain. Our room was just exceptional: spacious, well equipped and the staff fired up the balcony hottub based on our return time, you might think a hottub in the glorious weather we had, but yes…. To sit there for 30 minutes and just stare at the mountains and the blue sky above was magical. The breakfasts either served in the orangery of pool side were a taste bud delight. Worth returning just for the breakfast. They say you get what you pay for, this applies to everything about Akademie. The welcome and advice provided by Declan and staff was excellent and what wonderful people they are. We have visited many locations and stayed in many hotels. This is my joint favourite, so we will return. A big thank you to Declan’s team 🙏👏🙏👏
Balcony view
Pool area
Balcony hottub
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Danie

We stayed at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel during July and booked 3 rooms for our travel party. We arrived in the late afternoon, only to find that there was load shedding underway, and the resort had made no provision of inverters or generators for our rooms. So our first experience of our rooms was dark, cold and gloomy. Trying to unpack and get set up in our rooms while stumbling around in the dark was no fun. Overall, we had power less than half the time we at the resort. There was no disclosure when we made the booking that the resort had no electricity backup, and we assumed that since load shedding has been ongoing for years, that such provision would have been made at a resort of this calibre. The only bright spot was that all the staff were really nice, and the breakfast was good (although no artisan coffees as the barista machine was off due to loadshedding; no toast due to loadshedding, etc). We had had high expectations coming to Akademie, but it was a very disappointing experience at a resort that charges a premium rate. Buyer beware...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful space, very central location that lets you walk to dinners nearby and top notch service. If you can stay here, you should book it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

ANITA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stay My husband and I just spent four nights in the magical and whimsical Akademie Street Boutique Hotel and we can’t say enough good things about it. From the moment we arrived, we were in awe of this lovely hotel. We were greeted so warmly by Declan who seems to magically appear to meet your every need. From restaurant recommendations and reservations to day excursion ideas and lots in between, he made our stay so comfortable and easy. The location is perfect as well…a minute walk to the main street of Franschhoek. The decor of the hotel, the setting and the outdoor spaces are all just stunning and relaxing. We also had the pleasure of meeting the owner and hearing the story of the property and you soon realize how his vision has made this hotel so captivating. We have traveled extensively and there are a few special places in this world that we will always remember and this is definitely at the top of the list. Do not hesitate to book this fantastic hotel in beautiful Franschhoek.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

Superb!

Fantastic place. I'd highly recommend. The manager, Declan, was so gracious and determined to make sure we had everything we could dream of... Great location and you can't go wrong with the food nearby. If we come back to South Africa we will definitely stay here and recommend to all we meet and know.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Exceptional customer service with nothing too much trouble. Every little detail had been thought of to ensure we had a relaxing comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are so friendly. We arrived really early so they looked after all our bags, allowing us to go & have a wine tasting & lunch. The rooms are quirky - very traditional to look at but with all mod cons you could ask for. Breakfast was amazing - so much choice! & a lovely idea to have sundowner & night cap drinks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Xinyi

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

Highly recommended

The staffs are extremely thoughtful and organised. Their recommendations for restaurants and things to do are gold. The breakfast, especially the fresh fruits and muesli were also one of the best we’ve had. Overall fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

DonConway, SYDNEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very private with exquisite rooms, unbelievable breakfast and wonderful staff. It is in the middle of town so all the restaurants are a short very safe walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
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