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The Last Word Franschhoek

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse with a rooftop terrace and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Lounge
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Lounge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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68 Huguenot Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • Place, Franschhoek Wine Tram
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dutch Reformed Church
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Franschhoek Town Hall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Poolside | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed, Poolside

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Franschhoek

Located within a 5-minute walk of Franschhoek Wine Tram, The Last Word Franschhoek is within a 15-minute stroll of Dutch Reformed Church. This 6-room, 5-star guesthouse has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Franschhoek Art House - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Huguenot Monument - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪French Connection - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Get Lost Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Microbrewery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Hoek - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Col'Cacchio - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Last Word Franschhoek

Luxury guesthouse with a rooftop terrace and an outdoor pool
Guests staying at The Last Word Franschhoek enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 1100 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury guesthouse include a computer station, free newspapers, and a terrace.
40-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Free minibar items, iPod docks, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Reubens

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1100 per vehicle (one-way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

Last Word Franschhoek
Last Word House
Last Word House Franschhoek
Franschhoek The Hotel
The Hotel Franschhoek
The Last Word Franschhoek Hotel Franschhoek
Last Word Franschhoek Guesthouse
Last Word Guesthouse
Franschhoek The Hotel
The Hotel Franschhoek
The Last Word Franschhoek Guesthouse
The Last Word Franschhoek Franschhoek
The Last Word Franschhoek Guesthouse Franschhoek

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to The Last Word Franschhoek?

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

Will I be able to park at The Last Word Franschhoek?

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

Does The Last Word Franschhoek feature a casino?

No, The Last Word Franschhoek doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Last Word Franschhoek?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Last Word Franschhoek good for couples?

This boutique guesthouse offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at The Last Word Franschhoek?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Last Word Franschhoek have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Last Word Franschhoek serves free full breakfasts at Reubens each morning.

Does The Last Word Franschhoek allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Last Word Franschhoek.

Does The Last Word Franschhoek have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Last Word Franschhoek?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a furnished patio or a balcony where guests can enjoy pool or courtyard views.

The Last Word Franschhoek Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at The Last Word in Franschoek. Great location which gave us the ability to walk to all the shops and restaurants. Breakfast was delicious and beautiful. The service was above and beyond. Rooms were so comfortable we made ourselves right at home. Our own pool, sitting room, and even a mat to work out with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel are amazing. Very helpful and really friendly. Nothing is too much trouble for them. The room we had was beautiful and always clean. We had a turndown each night with a little surprise that was left for us like chocolate, hot chocolate etc. This is a must hotel if you are staying in Franschhoek. Great location also.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodation - room was huge and very well decorated. Wish we had a longer stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton

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

Amazing Honeymoon stay! Highly recommend

An amazing stay at Last Word. The attention to detail of the staff was outstanding and the small details really made our stay memorable. They understood our itinerary and helped us plan our days, making sure we made the most of our stay. The room was so spacious and homely. I would highly recommend this guest house! Perfect location and within walking distance to wine tram, restaurants and very short (and cheap) uber to local vineyards.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

clare

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

a perfect stay

this hotel is a little gem right in the middle of Franschhoek , the decor is absolutely stunning ,and the attention to detail is spot on. We had an amazing one night stay . the service of all the staff was excellent , and the manager is extremely hands on. Thankyou to all
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Last Word. Franklin, Conrad and the whole team couldn’t have done more to make us feel welcome, at home and offered to help with all aspects of our trip plans. The hotel decor and facilities surpassed expectations. We had an amazing few nights sleep, the room felt very premium and the bathroom was incredible! Overall, we felt the hotel was worth far more than what we paid and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff; beautiful large room; very quiet but only a very short walk to all the restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property in an amazing location. Great breakfasts. Lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

delyse

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible and made our stay amazing. The small touches added to the suite were extremely thoughtful. The suite was huge and the entire property was tastefully decorated and pristine. A 5-star
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Eric

3 star stay - heavy 5 star price!

Very average place but comes with a very high price. Standards not up to the price being charged. Attention to the little things missing. Definitely not worth over Euro 300 per night! Bathroom towels old and fraying. No back-up power for repeated load-shedding (even 3-star hotels in Cape Town / Graaf-Reinett / Kruger Park / across South Africa now have full solar invertor - back-up generators installed!). Bed too short (and I am average height - my feet hang over end which last happened to me at a hotel for midgets in Paris!). Room cleaning service merely adequate. Off street parking almost unparkable unless you're in a Fiat Uno. Etc ... Much better places in Franschoek for much less money.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Houston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Last Word is a great place to stay - spacious room, great amenities, friendly and helpful staff. The only complaint was that our room had an air conditioner which was undersized for the room. That coupled with the rolling power outages made the room quite uncomfortable at times.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

It really is the last word!

Amazing hotel and staff. Beautiful room with it’s own small swimming pool. The breakfasts were delicious and the house keeping staff are amazing! Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We think this hotel is a gem in Franschhoek. This is our 2nd visit, first staying in room 3 and this stay in room 2. The staff cannot do enough for you, we love our suite, feeling very relaxed in it. The extra touches the staff go to are greatly appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointing

The price I paid way way too much for the experience of staying at the last word. I don't mind paying for quality but this trip it really was way out of kilter regarding pice vs experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

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

Great Spot in the middle of Franschhoek

Loved it! was really great and everyone was super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Uwe

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

5 Stars

Awesome stay in a beautiful guest house. Charming and luxurious with super large rooms with everything you need. Will certainly be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Akbar

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

Service with a smile!

Overall a memorable stay at the hotel. The staff and responsiveness to requests are top notch. From the welcome we received from Conrad and the team to them trying to fulfill our requests, they were amazing. Rooms are large, which is ideal for a couple, not sure about families, did not ask. The hotel is situated on the main road it is within walking distance of all you need. Make sure you look out for the sign as Wave directed us to the delivery entrance! Dietary requirements are catered for no problem - you ask and they try to accommodate the request. The afternoon tea/drinks were a treat. They only have breakfast on site and do not do other meals - they are surrounded by a variety of restaurants. The pool is not heated so usage is dependent on the time of year and temperature. There are 10 rooms and not enough parking, so you might need to park on the street - our car was safe overnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Euan

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

Fantastic place

As always this hotel delivers on Service, Location and Standards.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Euan

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous spot

Great place, centrally located, excellent rooms and service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Euan

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

Fantastic place

Great location, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anko

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

Great experience overall

The Last Word is your home away from home. The entire staff has really gone the extra mile to make us feel comfortable, with little treats, candle lit room, a friendly smile. Thank you Conrad, Franklin and Team for all your efforts.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

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