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La Petite Dauphine

3.0 star property
Country house in Franschhoek with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Luxury Suite (5) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Luxury Suite (5) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior
Free daily full breakfast

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Luxury Suite (5) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Suite (5)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms (6) | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace

Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms (6)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 King Beds

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Exclusive Villa (7) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Exclusive Villa (7)

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Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 1184 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Villa (8) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Exclusive Villa (8)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 1184 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms (4) | Living room | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace

Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms (4)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 King Beds

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Junior Suite (9) | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace

Junior Suite (9)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite (3) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Suite (3)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite (2) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Suite (2)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite (1) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Suite (1)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 915 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Excelsior Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690

What's nearby

  • Huguenot Monument - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Boschendal Estate - 12 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Hoek - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Microbrewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Haute Cabriere - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪French Connection - ‬4 min drive

About this property

La Petite Dauphine

Country house in a shopping district
Free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at La Petite Dauphine. The on-site restaurant, Cafe BonBon, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Guests can also expect to find a garden, a library and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as fireplaces and heated floors, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and refrigerators

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe BonBon
  • Veruskas Wine Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 50 per pet, plus a deposit of ZAR 200 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 800

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 995.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet deposit: ZAR 200 per stay
  • Pet fee: ZAR 50 per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

La Petite Dauphine
La Petite Dauphine Franschhoek
La Petite Dauphine House
La Petite Dauphine House Franschhoek
Petite Dauphine Country House Franschhoek
Petite Dauphine Country House
Petite Dauphine Franschhoek
Petite Dauphine
La Petite Dauphine Franschhoek
La Petite Dauphine Country House
La Petite Dauphine Country House Franschhoek

Frequently asked questions

Does La Petite Dauphine have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is La Petite Dauphine pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of ZAR 200 per stay and a fee of ZAR 50 per pet. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at La Petite Dauphine?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Petite Dauphine?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Petite Dauphine?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does La Petite Dauphine provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 995.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is La Petite Dauphine located?

Situated in the historical district, this country house is within 1 mi (2 km) of Huguenot Monument, Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, and Huguenot Memorial Museum. Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery and Franschhoek Town Hall are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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La Petite Dauphine Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is an a beautiful location however the décor is dated and tired and is terribly expensive for what is on offer. Service and food at the Bon Bon cafe on the property is terrible. Overall not a pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location, grounds and villa were incredible. A feast for the eyes. Dinner in the fine dining restaurant was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful isolation

Great farm and stay. Recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ray, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful lodge on an absolutely stunning property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and very warm welcome from the staff. Regrets we only had one night there
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Luxurious comfort and delicious food

La Petite Dauphine was fantastic - the bedroom was extremely comfortable, with amazing bed linen and lovely bathroom products and the location is superb; 5 minutes outside of Frandhoek in very peaceful olive and wine groves. We had a delicious breakfast on both mornings at Cafe Bonbon, in particular the flapjacks (pancakes).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

5* stay in every way

We stayed for 2 nights at La Petite Dauphine and the experience was 5* from start to finish. The welcome from Stefan at reception was exemplary. We had not booked anywhere for dinner, so he rang round and found us a table at Holden Manz Vineyard, which was an excellent choice. When he took us to our room we realised we had been upgraded to one of the Premier Suites, 8 On Olive. Wow! The accommodation was just beautiful and in the most stunning setting, with it's own terrace & plunge pool. We wished we had booked for a week as we really didn't have enough time to enjoy the stunning surroundings, or enjoy dinner at the on site restaurant. Breakfast was served on the terrace of Cafe Bon Bon and was excellent. All the staff were friendly and helpful and the gardens were just beautiful. We would love to return to Franschhoek and La Petite Dauphine would be our first choice.

10/10 Excellent

David

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

A bit of paradise

A little piece of paradise in the jewel of South Africa. Being someone who is partial to good food/wine this is the perfect place to stay. The restaurants that were recommended to us by the manager far exceeded our expectations. I can thoroughly recommend the sirloin at the French Connection restaurant!!! Staff were exceptional on site!! Can't wait to go back

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

wonderful accommodation with beatiful views

we booked an exclusive villa suite at La Petite Dauphine as that was all that was available there and places we had stayed in previously were booked up. but it was wonderful and we would definitely choose it again for our next stay in Franschoek - although one of 2 detached villas in the grounds, away from the main accommodation, it felt as if we were on our own. the accommodation was huge, with a very large dressing room/ bathroom, plenty of storage for clothes, an area with fridge, tiny sink and nespresso and tea making facilites. The room was beautifully furnished with sofa, armchairs, day bed etc and we had a large deck with large plunge pool (big enough for me to swim a few strokes) and very comfortable loungers and chairs - great for morning coffee, afternoon tea and early evening drinks! The views were beautiful, looking over lovely planting, with a lake, and mountains all around. Only a 5 minute drive to the centre where parking is easy. Breakfast was on the terrace at Cafe BonBon, again with beautiful views and a great choice.

10/10 Excellent

Will

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok stay in Franschhoek, a bit off the main area

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Hotel location

Just loved it

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

Exceeded expectations

Has it all - location, view, great service and of course decent wine!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great luxury option when touring Franschhoek area

A great option for high-quality accommodation when touring the local Franschhoek area and wineries. Really pleasant surroundings, a luxurious room and very helpful team.

10/10 Excellent

Mrs J a, London

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

A little gem in Franschoek

Stayed 2 nights and wish it had been longer! Beautiful working olive farm. Lovely accommodation and wonderful grounds. Superb restaurant and luckily it was open on one of our nights. Excellent cafe for breakfast also. Very helpful, friendly and efficient staff. Only problem we had was that when we arrived (7.30 pm) the reception was closed, it was dark and there was no help. The management were very apologetic the next day and made amends for this. Would certainly love to return.

10/10 Excellent

John, London

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

Rural break just outside Franschhoek

Only stayed for a couple of nights, but greatly enjoyed our trip. Main drawback is lack of a restaurant on site, so you almost always have to drive to dinner. But we knew that when we booked. Great, large room and private. Would have liked a slightly softer bed, but that is a personal opinion.

10/10 Excellent

Peter, County Durham

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

An incredible paradise!

This was the most wonderful hotel that we have ever stayed in. We can't wait to go back again later in the year

10/10 Excellent

JC, Melbourne Australia

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

Franschhoek valley La Petite Dauphine

Absolutely wonderful place to stay. Very secure but no heavy handed security. Beautiful area. La Petite Dauphine a very beautiful estate just out of Franschhoek in a wonderful setting with majestic mountains behind. Staff intelligent and very helpful. Food in Bon Bon restaurant on site excellent. Cottage where we stayed had very attentive and thorough cleaning and replenishment every day. Huge bathroom with bath and shower. Good bed. Good internet access and TV. Best place I've ever stayed.

10/10 Excellent

FG, Johannesburg

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

Magnificent Franschoek

Another excellent visit, good wine, beautiful setting and friendly service.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Journeytime, Cape Town

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

Taste and elegance with excellent staff

A very tasteful property with wonderful ambience. Only a few minutes by car from the village so one can enjoy the best of the vibrance and the peace of the property. From the welcome to the amenities to the dining, everything was great and well worth the rates. There are so many little extra touches provided to make the stay a memorable one. Cottage No 6 has 2 bedrooms and very spacious and private in a delightfulcorner with squirrels playing in the trees. 3 nights was just not enough!

10/10 Excellent

Rocky, Manhattan Beach, CA

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

Great small hotel

We were in Franschhoek for our honeymoon and a friend had recommended La Petite Dauphine. We couldn't have been happier. The staff was friendly and helpful the room (Cottage 8) was spectacular and we had one meal at the restaurant. The manager (Stephan) was very helpful with suggestions and reservations and even got us into a couple restaurants that were "fully booked". Overall a great choice.

8/10 Good

Jaime, Dayton, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Luxury

We had a fantastic time at this luxury guest house farm. The accommodation isa very high spec. The food at Cafe Bon Bon and wine tasting is a must!