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Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa

Description

Set in the culinary capital of the Cape, the town of Franschhoek lies below the towering Franschhoek Mountains, With picturesque vineyards a stone’s throw away, the elegant, sophisticated charm of Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is the perfect setting to explore the Cape wine route. Seventy nine en-suite, large, elegant bedrooms and suites, capture the essence of charm and sophistication. Meeting facilities, three restaurants, including the Le Verger outdoor dining venue and the on site spa, make this hotel the most unique property in the winelands.

Elegance like fine wine surrounded by some of the wine route's finest estates, you'll have every excuse to explore the wonders of the Cape at your leisure. Set in the culinary capital of the Cape, Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa lies below the towering Franschhoek Mountains. With picturesque vineyards a stone's throw away, it's the perfect place for a taste of the legendary Cape Wine Route. Visit our surrounding vineyard's and indulge in the best that the Cape Wine Route has to offer, whilst enjoying the tranquility of this magnificent setting.

Sixty-three en-suite, large, elegant bedroom suites and villas, capture the essence of charm and sophistication. Meeting facilities, three restaurants, including the Le Verger outdoor dining venue and the Camelot Spa, make this hotel the most unique property in the winelands.

Located in the world famous Cape Winelands, Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa has become one of the most romantic getaways in its class. Capturing the essence of five star luxury, the impeccably appointed Le Franschhoek offers unparalleled views of the Franschhoek Mountains and is the perfect setting for a taste of the legendary Cape Wine Routes.

Located on the site of one of Franschhoek’s original country retreats, Le Franschhoek retains its elusive charm with a contemporary Cape Dutch feel. Features include a destination Camelot Spa and world class conference facilities – coupled with one of the most beautiful settings in the Winelands.

Included in Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa’s many accolades are

• 2007 AA Travel Guide – Gold Achiever
• Conde Naste's top 130 New Hotels of the world - 2006 Hot List
• Diner’s Club Award – 2006 Wine List

UNLEASH YOUR TRUE POTENTIAL!

If you are looking for more than just a job in the hospitality industry, and you're serious about building a career, Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa is a great company to join!

As the flagship signature hotel for the Three Cities Group, Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa is committed to crafting passionate, energetic and dedicated individuals who share our passion and have the drive to succeed into dynamic hospitality professionals.

OUR BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS

1. I chose to be here...

2. I believe in motivating competent, committed talent.

3. I believe teamwork is combining our uniquely individual talents and abilities and creating something extraordinary together.

4. I chose my response to circumstances by being proactive, not reactive.

5. I create dignity and mutual respect through being trustworthy, honest and ethical.

6. I recognise my team members by catching them doing things right!

7. I make a difference in this business by turning challenges into opportunities for financial success.

8. I win and keep guests by consistently doing the basics outstandingly well.

VISION

We craft an extraordinary experience by consistently over delivering on our 5* signature services.

We are constantly seeking out exciting fresh ways to challenge our performance by focusing on anticipating our guests' changing needs.

IDENTITY

Our diverse individual talents and abilities are united in a team of innovative, passionate professionals.

PURPOSE

Our business success flows naturally from loving everything that we do at our unique property.

STAR QUALITIES IN POTENTIAL TEAM MEMBERS:

   Ø Self-motivated, organised team player displaying the initiative to work without close supervision

   Ø Excellent interpersonal and guest handling skills

   Ø Displays proactive problem solving capabilities

   Ø Responsible and willing to be held accountable

   Ø Committed to consistently delivering exceptional levels of service

   Ø Professionalism in appearance, conduct, performance, attitude and product knowledge and skill

   Ø Productivity - personal planning and work discipline

   Ø Sense of urgency, attention to detail, innovation and creativity

   Ø Flexible approach, adapts to our Company's culture, eager to learn and grow

   Ø Positive contributor - actively participates in the daily running of the business

   Ø Enthusiastic, makes suggestions and gives input

   Ø Proud to deliver thorough, accurate work

   Ø Confidently up-sells

   Ø Mature approach to challenging situations

   Ø Level headed during high pressure situations and delivers on deadlines timeously

General Room Information

Air conditioning
Under floor heating
Direct dial telephones
Remote controlled television with selected DSTV channels
Mini bars (standard rooms and suited only)
Hairdryers
Tea & Coffee making facilities
Electronic safes
Internet connections

Camelot Spa at Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa

Offering a wide variety of therapeutic and beauty therapies and treatments, ranging from intensive sports therapies to mud wraps, facials and manicures.

All Spa therapists are professionally trained and highly skilled in their areas of expertise and at their hands, Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa invites you to experience decadent revitalization.

In this haven of peace and luxury we tempt you to come and enjoy the wide range of services and treatments available.

Dining

Le Verger – the Orchard Restaurant

Le Verger now boasts an new air-conditioned glass dining area with an open plan kitchen. The new dining area flows out onto the original individual glass conservatories amongst the fruit trees, offering an al fresco style restaurant with a delicious a la carte menu at very competitive prices. Also on offer is an award winning wine list comprising of some of South Africa top wines.

The restaurant & Deli will be open from Tuesday - Sunday for lunches and diner on Tuesday to Saturday.

Relais Gourmand
• 80 seater
• Fine Dining a la Carte restaurant
• Award winning Wine listAccommodation

Accommodation

Room Confguration
• 63 Bedrooms in total
• 40 Standard rooms
• 21 Suites
• 2 Villas
• Cots available on request

Standard Room Features
• Hollywood twins, made up separately or together to form a king size bed
• En suite bathrooms

Suites
• Furnished to suit the needs of a discerning traveler
• Balconies overlooking vineyards, mountains and landscaped gardens
• King Size Beds
• En suite bathrooms

Villas
• Kitchenette
• Lounge area & patio
• Bedrooms (various configurations) with en suite bathrooms

General Room Information
• Air conditioning
• Under floor heating
• Direct dial telephones
• Remote controlled television with selected DSTV channels
• Mini bars (standard rooms and suites only)
• Hairdryers
• Tea & Coffee making facilities
• Electronic safes
• Internet connections

Attractions

Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa is the perfect base from which to explore the Franschhoek Valley and surrounding Winelands. A wide variety of activities, ranging from outdoors and adventure sports to leisurely wine tasting and shopping can be arranged by the Hotel’s in house Travel Desk.

Options
• Tennis or Swimming at the Hotel
• Horse riding
• Hiking trails
• 4X4 trails
• Wine tasting at various Wine Estates
• Cheese tasting
• Chocolate tasting
• Fly Fishing
• Mountain biking
• Golf

Spa

PAST a labyrinth path which winds around an ancient oak, set beneath the towering amphitheatre of the Franschhoek mountains, Camelot Spa at Le Franschhoek Hotel is the most glorious of Cape destination spas, where a sensory experience, complete well-being and pure indulgence awaits. Bathed in the valleyï¿½s mystical light, dï¿½cor is a fusion of rich, opulent tones with sensory spa symbols from the labyrinth to private outdoor massage garden (where you may even have a moonlight massage) ï¿½ all leading to a relaxation room & meditation area which peer out onto a private courtyard where health meals will be served. Spa highlights include innovative signature treatments and sensational elements ï¿½ including a Grecian liquid-sound flotation room (with sound in the water and a starry ceiling to enhance the experience); the ï¿½Moulin Rougeï¿½ colour-therapy room (where you will have your treatment whilst bathed in the chromo-therapeutic benefits of colour); an aromatic herbal sauna; Swiss shower (experience steam along with thin jets of water); a deluxe double treatment Suite. Spa Award Finalist 2006 & 2008

Facilities

Facilities & Services

• 3 Restaurants
• 24 Hour Reception
• Ample Secure Parking
• Child minding service
• Laundry
• Tennis, Swimming pool
• Wellness Centre and Spa
• All major credit cards accepted
• Conferencing
• Travel Desk

WEDDINGS

Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is perfectly situated for fairytale weddings, with spectacular views of the Franschhoek Mountains and beautifully landscaped gardens adding to the unmistakable romanticism of this Cape Dutch gem. A variety of options are offered to make your dream wedding become a reality.

Conference

5 conference venues are available, seating from 20 up to 120 delegates

Equipment

• Flipchart & Markers
• A4 notepads and pens, cordials, sweets and bottled water
• Pull down screens
• Audio visual equipment


Meeting Rooms
Room Name		Capacity				Dimensions		Area
	U-Shape	School Room	Theatre	Banquet	Length	Width	Height	m2
Chantilly	18	24	40	20	10	6		60
Fontainebleau	20	20	50	40	10	7		70
Saint Germain	30	30	50	40	13	7		91
Versailles	60	100	120	120	28	7		196

Rates: Conference and Accommodation rates on application.

Contact Details:
Reservations
Tel: 086 127 6237
Int. Tel: +27 51 924 0585

Directions

From Cape Town International Airport * Take the N2 Somerset West. * Turn off onto the R310 (Baden Powell) into Stellenbosch * Continue on the R310 through Stellenbosch, and over the Helshoogte pass * Turn right onto the R45 and continue through Franschhoek up to the Huguenot Monument * Turn right and continue for 3 km’s to the gates of the hotel From Cape Town * Take the N1 to Paarl * Take the R45 (Klapmuts) off-ramp and continue to the Franschhoek turn off. * Continue on the R45 past various wine estates to the right turn to Franschhoek (remain on the R45) * Continue through Franschhoek up to the Huguenot Monument * Turn right and continue for 3 km’s to the gates of the hotel