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5 Akademie Street, Franschhoek, South Africa
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Akademie Street Boutique Hotel, a 5-star property in the heart of South African Wine Valley, occupies a whitewashed 19th-century Cape Dutch house with World's Best Boutique Hotel and World's Best Relaxation Retreat awards.

Luxury Suite Features

Nine individually styled suites across four cottages at Akademie Street feature freestanding copper and vintage-style baths, underfloor heating, and wood-burning stoves. Each accommodation includes a private courtyard or terrace with outdoor fireplaces and wood-burning hot tubs crafted from Cape brandy barrels.

Gourmet Breakfast Experience

The hotel serves signature breakfast with home-roasted granola, 15 varieties of local seasonal fruits, freshly prepared smoothies, and extensive hot dishes menu. A complimentary stocked minibar and espresso machine equip each room.

Pools and Gardens

Four swimming pools, three wood-burning hot tubs, and a Moroccan mosaic plunge pool dot the fragrant landscaped gardens. The 24/7 concierge arranges wine tours, hikes, and local activities.

Wine Valley Location

Akademie Street Boutique Hotel sits 43.5 miles from Cape Town International Airport, within walking distance to eight of South Africa's Top 100 restaurants and 40 wine cellars. The property neighbors nature reserves and mountain peaks in the Western Cape.

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Akademie Street Boutique Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Suite Oortuiging B
2 persons
510 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Private pool
One-Bedroom Cottage Vreugde
2 persons
520 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Private pool
Double Suite Twyfeling A
2 persons
500 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Deluxe King Suite
2 persons
560 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Private pool
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Perfect
9.8/10Review score

General

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Luggage storage
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Bowling
  • Table tennis

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Jacuzzi
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Open-air bath

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Akademie Street Boutique Hotel Location

5 Akademie Street, Franschhoek, South Africa
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5 Akademie Street, Franschhoek, South Africa
Nearby
FranschhoekSouth Africa
Huguenot Monument
1800 ft
Museum
Huguenot Memorial Museum
1800 ft
52 Hugenote Street
Franschhoek Art House
1800 ft
29 Huguenote Road Center
Dutch Reformed Church
1800 ft
Market
The Franschhoek Market
1800 ft
Akademie Street
1800 ft
Gallery
Senechal-Senekal Art Gallery
1800 ft
58 Huguenot Street
Flambe Fine Art
1800 ft
24 Dirkie Uys Street
David Walters Ceramics Gallery
1800 ft
Restaurants
Tuk Tuk Microbrewery
1100 ft
14 Hugenote Street
Epice
1200 ft
191 Huguenot Street Le Quartier Français
La Petite Colombe
1200 ft
Dassenberg Road LEEU Estates
Le Coin Francais
1300 ft
17 Huguenot Street
Le Quartier Francais
1100 ft
16 Huguenot Street
Protege Restaurant
1100 ft
Le Quartier Francais
The Garden Room
1200 ft
16 Huguenot street
Cafe Des Arts
1500 ft
7 Reservoir West Street
Essence
1400 ft
Huguenot Square in Main Road
Reuben's Restaurant and Bar
1600 ft
No 2 Daniel Hugo Rd
Getting around
City Centre
Franschhoek2 min  ·  400 ft
Airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)99 min  ·  40.9 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Akademie Street Boutique serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
10
Former name
Akademie Street Boutique Hotel and Guesthouse

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 292 verified reviews
10.0/10
Perfect
100%
Recommend
Breakfast
10.0/10
Cleanliness
9.7/10
Comfort
9.8/10
Facilities
9.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.9/10
Location
9.9/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
9.9/10
Value for money
8.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 166 reviews
9.9/10
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