Protea Hotel by Marriott Franschhoek

Destination

Franschhoek

Providing spacious accommodations, Protea Hotel by Marriott Franschhoek overlooks the majestic mountains and famous vineyards of Franschhoek and is just a short walk from the town center.

Each room at Protea Hotel by Marriott Franschhoek is fully air conditioned, tastefully decorated, appointed with private bathrooms, and some offer fantastic views of the surrounding mountains.

The professional staff team is available 24 hours a day to help you make the most of your stay, by offering recommendations and arranging day trips. Enjoy an afternoon dip in the outdoor pool, followed by a meal at the upmarket New-York styled restaurant, Hussar Grill.

Protea Franschhoek's convenient location makes it a superb base from which to explore Franschhoek's restaurants, art galleries, cheese factories and world famous wineries.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Franschhoek Amenities

The 4-Star Protea Hotel Franschhoek offers 30 spacious en-suite rooms.

Directions To Protea Hotel by Marriott Franschhoek

GPS Location (WGS84): S33 54 27.1 E019 07 02.8 Directions from Cape Town Airport to Protea Hotel Franschhoek 1. From Cape Town International Airport, take the Borchard’s Quarry turnoff (M22) towards Bellville and the N1 2. From the Borchard’s Quarry turnoff (M22), turn right into Modderdam Road (M10) 3. From Modderdam Road (M10), at the first set of traffic lights, turn right in Stellenbosch Road (M12) 4. From Stellenbosch Road (M12), turn left onto the R300 5. From the R300, turn right onto the N1 dual highway (Eastward directions, towards Paarl) 6. Continue 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 7. Continue along this road for about 400m and, at the 4-way STOP street, carry straight over 8. Continue until you see a sign which says “Franschhoek” and turn left 9. Continue for about 9km until you reach a T-junction 10. Turn Right at the T-junction and follow the road to Franschhoek 11. As you drive into town, you will pass the BP Petrol Station on your left 12. Protea Hotel Franschhoek is situated, 500m past the BP Garage, on your left hand side.

Area Attractions

The 4-Star Protea Hotel Franschhoek's central location makes it the ideal base from which to explore the town's many world famous restaurants, art galleries, cheese factories and more than 20 wine estates that forms part of the Winelands. Various outdoor activities, such as horse-riding, golf, backpacking and trout-fishing, can also be arranged from the hotel. Golf Surrounded by tall mountains and colourful vineyards, the various golf courses in and around Franschhoek offer the perfect setting for a memorable round of golf. Horse riding Explore the countryside on horseback. Equestrian centres near Franschhoek offer scenic rides on horseback through the hills and valleys around the village. Trout fishing Various trout farms offer premier fly fishing venues with crystal clear dams and rivers stocked with rainbow trout and small mouth bass. Hiking trails The Franschhoek Mountains, Drakenstein Mountains and adjacent Boland Mountains offer some of South Africa's most beautiful hiking trails. Choose between day hikes and overnight hikes, ranging from easy strolls to tough challenges. Some trails require permits. Eating out Franschhoek, the food and wine capital of South Africa, hosts eight of the country's top 100 restaurants. Two of these are included in the Top Ten Restaurants of the Year (2004). Come on, indulge yourself. Wine routes Be sure to set aside time to explore our beautiful wine routes and taste the award-winning vines of the Vignerons de Franschhoek. The Franschhoek Wine Route, mostly along the R45 road, include famous wine estates like Boschendal, Chamonix, Dieu Donne, Graham Beck, La Motte, L'Ormarins, the Rupert & Rothchild Vignerons, and Vrede en Lust. Franschhoek, with its more than 25 wine cellars, is the certainly most beautiful wine valley in South Africa. For your convenience, these wines can be purchased at the Franschhoek Inn Vinotique.