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Akademie Street Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 4 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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4 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Twyfeling C | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
TV
Property entrance
Oortuiging B | Living area | TV

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
5 Akademie Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • Franschhoek Town Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Huguenot Monument
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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Room options

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Twyfeling B | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Twyfeling B

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Gelatenheid B | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Gelatenheid B

  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Gelatenheid A | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Gelatenheid A

  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twyfeling A | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Twyfeling A

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Uitsig | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Uitsig

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1033 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Oortuiging B | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Oortuiging B

  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Vreugde | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Vreugde

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twyfeling C | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Twyfeling C

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Oortuiging A | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Oortuiging A

  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Franschhoek

Akademie Street Boutique Hotel places you next to Huguenot Memorial Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery. This 9-room, 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 4 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Huguenot Monument - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Boschendal Estate - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Hoek - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Microbrewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪French Connection - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Petite Colombe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Akademie Street Boutique Hotel

Luxury hotel with 4 outdoor pools and free breakfast
Guests of Akademie Street Boutique Hotel enjoy features like 4 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. There's free parking and an area shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a business center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a computer station.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers. Other standard amenities include washers/dryers, free minibar items, and refrigerators.
4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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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

Policies

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 16 and younger (only guests older than 16 are allowed)

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of Akademie Street Boutique Hotel?

Located steps from Huguenot Memorial Museum, this hotel is in Franschhoek, and within a 10-minute walk of Franschhoek Town Hall and Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery. You'll also find Huguenot Monument and Franschhoek Wine Tram less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Akademie Street Boutique Hotel include a casino?

No, Akademie Street Boutique Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 4 outdoor pools. The seasonal pool is normally open from January until December.

Is Akademie Street Boutique Hotel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this boutique hotel include in-room massages, a minibar stocked with free items, and slippers.

Does Akademie Street Boutique Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Akademie Street Boutique Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Akademie Street Boutique Hotel serves free full breakfasts each morning from its snack bar.

Does Akademie Street Boutique Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Akademie Street Boutique Hotel.

Akademie Street Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SA, Peachtree City

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Clement, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with partner
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

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

Maren

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
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

AJ

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 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

Christopher, Milton Keynes

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

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with partner
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

Anne, Cary

Traveled with partner
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

Rosalind

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
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

4/10 Poor

Danie

Traveled with group
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

Bassam

Traveled with partner
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

Ali, Columbus

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

Marc

Business traveler
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

Michael

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with partner
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

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

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