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About this property
Elegant Accommodation: theLAB BLUE in Franschhoek offers a recently renovated guest house with a swimming pool boasting stunning views, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Guests can relax in the bar or enjoy free WiFi throughout the property.
Comfortable Amenities: The guest house features a lounge, hot tub, and outdoor seating area. Additional facilities include a concierge service, family rooms, and bicycle parking. Free on-site private parking is available for all visitors.
Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are served, including continental, à la carte, and full English/Irish. Guests can enjoy warm dishes, juice, and fresh fruits each morning, ensuring a pleasant start to the day.
Prime Location: Located 63 km from Cape Town International Airport, theLAB BLUE is close to attractions such as the Hugenot Monument (less than 1 km) and Franschhoek Art House (12-minute walk). Nearby points of interest include Boschenmeer Golf Course (29 km) and Stellenbosch University (31 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.3
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Melanie
United Kingdom
“Sady was an absolute gem. Couldn't have accommdated us any better, upgraded us, spent ages trying to get the US open tennis final onto our TV, even leaving us with his own laptop to watch it. Beautifully clean, lovely room and shower, thoroughly...”
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Stefan
Belgium
“It is situated in a nice neighbourhood within walking distance of the city centre. The manager is very friendly and helpful . Room was nice and clean. We enjoyed the breakfast outside on the terrace by the pool. We would definitely love to come...”
Jeremy
South Africa
“Excellent place in Franschhoek. Light and bright with good people.”
Faizel
South Africa
“Very friendly staff who explained everything thoroughly”
G
Gisela
South Africa
“Lab Blue was amazing! The staff are friendly, efficient and competent. Everything was up to standard from a maintenance and cleanliness perspective and nothing was too much trouble. Great experience!”
Seren
South Africa
“We really enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly and welcoming”
Christopher
United Kingdom
“A spotless, bright and well-equipped guest house combined with bright and cheery service. Tremendous value for money.”
Kim
Netherlands
“The welcoming reception was delightful, very special family room with amazing generous breakfast!”
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Lara
South Africa
“Super clean, excellent spacious rooms with beautifully comfortable beds and linen.”
Ronel
South Africa
“It was a nice size room clean beautiful general areas the Theme big wild animals right through.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Managed by OHG PTY Ltd t/a theLAB
Company review score: 9.6Based on 1,409 reviews from 5 properties
5 managed properties
Property information
Nestled among world-renowned vineyards, theLAB Blue is a stylish, modern guesthouse designed to provide guests with an unforgettable yet relaxing experience.
Enjoy a dip in the outdoor swimming pool or unwind in the hot tub area, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Cape Winelands.
Start your day with a delicious full breakfast, featuring a variety of hot meal options, served daily.
For lunch or dinner, take a leisurely stroll to one of the many award-winning restaurants nearby—some of the best South Africa has to offer.
Each room at theLAB Blue is equipped with free Wi-Fi, along with tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a fridge. The en-suite bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries and plush bathrobes for added comfort.
Couples especially love the location—perfect for a romantic getaway in the heart of Franschhoek.
Neighbourhood information
The town’s vibrant main street is only five blocks away—an easy 15-minute stroll—placing guests within walking distance of Franschhoek’s top attractions, boutique shops, art galleries, and renowned restaurants.
Languages spoken
Afrikaans,English
Property surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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United Kingdom“Sady was an absolute gem. Couldn't have accommdated us any better, upgraded us, spent ages trying to get the US open tennis final onto our TV, even leaving us with his own laptop to watch it. Beautifully clean, lovely room and shower, thoroughly...”
Belgium“It is situated in a nice neighbourhood within walking distance of the city centre. The manager is very friendly and helpful . Room was nice and clean. We enjoyed the breakfast outside on the terrace by the pool. We would definitely love to come...”
South Africa“Excellent place in Franschhoek. Light and bright with good people.”
Netherlands“The welcoming reception was delightful, very special family room with amazing generous breakfast!”
