Protea Hotel by Marriott® Franschhoek

Overlooking the majestic mountains and famous vineyards of the historical village of Franschhoek, some 80 km east of Cape Town and pride itself on its charming ambiance, gracious style and attentive service. Indeed, if you are looking for tranquillity and beauty, you will find it at the Protea Hotel by Marriott® Franschhoek.

The Hotel has a rich history, with one section dating back to the 1880's. The town itself takes its name from the French Huguenots who settled here in the early 1680's after fleeing from their home country. Franschhoek has since become one of South African's leading culinary and wine-tasting destinations.

Our convenient location makes it a superb base from which to explore Franschhoek's culinary reputation, art galleries, cheese factories and some 25 wine estates. Various outdoor activities, such as horse-riding, golf, backpacking and trout-fishing, can also be arranged. The cosy restaurant offers an elegant dining atmosphere and a superb blend of classical and contemporary cuisine.

The pool area and terrace can also be used for lunches and receptions. An inviting swimming pool forms the focal point of the courtyard. This is the place to be if you want to have a refreshing swing, laze around the pool or enjoy cocktails or lunch on the patio.

The Hotel has the venues, catering services and overall infrastructure to host your company's conferences, break-away sessions and team-building efforts in rooms equipped with the latest audio-visual technology. Up to 50 people can be accommodated and various leisure activities can also be included. Packages can be customised to include accommodation, meals and various leisure activities.