Overlooks the majestic mountains and famous vineyards of the historical village of Franschhoek prides itself on its charming ambiance, gracious style and attentive service. Indeed, if you are looking for tranquillity and beauty, you will find it here. The hotel has a rich history, with one section dating back to the 1880s.
The town itself takes its name from the French Huguenots who settled here in the early 1820s after fleeing from their home country. Franschhoek has since become one of South Africa's leading culinary and wine-tasting destinations.
Directions from Cape Town International Airport to Protea Hotel Franschhoek:
æFrom Cape Town International Airport, take the Borchards Quarry turnoff (M22) towards Bellville and the N1
æFrom the Borchards Quarry turnoff (M22), turn right into Modderdam Road (M10)
æFrom Modderdam Road (M10), at the first set of traffic lights, turn right in Stellenbosch Road (M12)
æFrom Stellenbosch Road (M12), turn left onto the R300
æFrom the R300, turn right onto the N1 dual highway (Eastward directions, towards Paarl)
æContinue for some distance on the N1 until you reach Exit 47, take the Off-ramp, a sign which reads, R44 / R103 Stellenbosch, Klapmuts, Wellington will appear at the end of the Off-ramp, turn Right
æContinue along this road for about 400m and, at the 4-way STOP street, carry straight over
æContinue until you see a sign which says Franschhoek and turn left
æContinue for about 9km until you reach a T-junction
æTurn Right at the T-junction and follow the road to Franschhoek
æAs you drive into town, you will pass the BP Petrol Station on your left
æProtea Hotel Franschhoek is situated, 500m past the BP Garage, on your left hand side.
GPS Location (WGS84): S33 54 27.1 E019 07 02.8
