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Summary of reviewsLeeu Estates is a hotel that is highly praised for its exceptional staff. Guests describe the staff as professional, friendly and exceptionally attentive. They appreciate the little details that the staff takes care of to ensure a wonderful experience during their stay. While some guests had mixed experiences with some staff being superb and others just okay, the majority are effusive in their praise, finding the staff to be lovely and outstanding. Despite a few minor complaints, guests recognize that the staff of Leeu Estates is what truly sets this hotel apart. Show more
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Luxury Hotel
Part of the exclusive Leeu Collection in Franschhoek, Leeu Estates is a 5-star hotel offering sophisticated accommodation, a world-class spa, and stunning vineyard views. It embodies refined luxury and exclusivity.
Hotel near Vineyards
Nestled amidst working vineyards, Leeu Estates offers a luxurious experience with its elegant Manor House blending colonial and African interiors. Guests can enjoy fine dining and wine tasting in a serene setting, making it a top choice for a vineyard hotel.
Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Leeu Estates implements a comprehensive sustainability program, including the 'Leeu Locally Grown' initiative with organic gardens providing farm-to-fork produce, grown without pesticides or herbicides. The estate utilizes greywater for irrigation, employs electric golf carts, and has invested in energy-efficient equipment and solar plants. They prioritize waste reduction and recycling, repurposing grape waste for compost, and use eco-friendly packaging. Natural farming methods are employed, and biodiversity is encouraged through habitat preservation, cover crops, and beneficial insects.
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
Building materials from sustainable resources
Written environmental policy statement in place
The structure maximizes air flow to reduce the need for air-conditioning
The structure maximizes natural light to reduce the need for lighting and heating
Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)
Rainwater collection and usage
Use of non-toxic cleaning products
Serving organic food at the restaurant
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush
Signs in the rooms informing guests that towels will only be changed upon request
Waste is separated into at least 3 categories
Organic waste is composted
Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
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Hotel for Honeymoon
Leeu Estates provides luxurious accommodations and stunning vineyard views. The estate features beautifully designed rooms, world-class dining, and serene gardens, creating a romantic and sophisticated honeymoon destination. The combination of art, wine, and nature ensures a memorable experience for couples.
Hotel with Spa
Leeu Estates features a luxurious spa with treatments inspired by Asian traditions and using ila spa products. The hotel includes a hydrotherapy area, plunge pool, infinity pool, and a gym. Guests can enjoy vineyard views and access to wine tasting.
Family Friendly Hotel
Leeu Estates, located near Paarl, provides luxurious accommodations in a serene setting, suitable for families seeking a high-end experience. The estate offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful views.
Romantic Hotel
Leeu Estates offers luxurious rooms, spa facilities, and fine dining amidst working vineyards. The 19th-century Manor House blends colonial and African interiors. It is ideal for couples seeking an indulgent stay with in-house wine tasting.
Hotel with Swimming Pool
This hotel provides suites with private pools and is located in a working vineyard. It features elegant, 19th-century manor house architecture with colonial and African decor.
Outdoor Pool
Hotel with Free Wi-Fi
This hotel provides complimentary wireless internet access, ensuring guests stay connected. As a luxury hotel, it likely offers high-speed internet suitable for streaming and video conferencing.
Business Hotel
Leeu Estates provides event spaces suitable for meetings and conventions. It is one of the larger venues in Franschhoek, offering facilities that cater to business needs. While specific details on business amenities are limited, its capacity and overall reputation suggest it can accommodate corporate events.
Hotel with Parking
Leeu Estates provides ample parking with a limited number of complimentary parking bays, self-parking options, and free private parking available on site without the need for a reservation.
Hotel with Gym
Located in Franschhoek, Leeu Estates provides a fitness centre with contemporary equipment, set within a serene environment. The gym is part of a broader wellness offering.
Hotel for Yoga
This luxury estate offers yoga classes at its 24-hour gym and spa facilities, set within 68 hectares of vineyards, landscaped gardens, and fynbos.
5-Star Hotel
Leeu Estates provides a luxurious retreat with landscaped gardens and exceptional service. It is centrally located, offering easy access to art galleries, restaurants, and boutiques. The estate is celebrated for its fine wines and is ideal for those seeking a sophisticated and relaxing getaway.
Hotel with Outdoor Pool
This hotel offers a luxurious experience with its stunning outdoor pool set amidst a working vineyard. The converted 19th-century manor house provides an elegant backdrop, and the blend of colonial and African decor adds to its unique charm.
Historic Hotel
Accessible Hotel
Room Types
Classic Double RoomThe classic rooms are situated in the Manor House, Max House and Protea House.
Deluxe Double RoomThese spacious rooms are situated in the Manor House, Cellar Cottage and Protea House.
StudioWith terrace and fireplace, these studios are situated in the Manor House, over Leeu Spa and two as stand-alone cottages; Terroir Cottage and Pomegranate Cottage. It offers views of the manicured gardens, vineyards and mountains.
Executive SuiteThey are situated in the Manor House, and Max House and offer various views, from the manicured gardens and vineyards to mountain backdrops.
Executive Suite with TerraceThese elegant and spacious suites are situated in the Manor House, Cellar Cottage and Protea House.
Superior ChaletOur premium one-bedroom cottage, Fynbosch Cottagem has a spacious separate lounge. It also boasts its own private plunge pool and hot tub, with unrivaled views over the Franschhoek valley.
Two-Bedroom ChaletThis luxurious chalet features a hot tub, a spa bath and a fireplace. This spacious chalet consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. The chalet's kitchenette, which has a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. The air-conditioned chalet provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Two-Bedroom ChaletThe pool with a view and fireplace are the special features of this chalet. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned chalet includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. The chalet's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious chalet offers a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
King Suite with Spa BathThe hot tub and fireplace are the special features of this suite. This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Family SuiteGuests will have a special experience as the family room features a fireplace. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned family room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Guest Reviews
9.4
Excellent
Staff
Travelers who have been to Leeu Estates are quick to praise the hotel's staff with many describing them as professional, friendly and exceptionally attentive. Guests love the little details that the staff takes care of, making sure that they have a wonderful experience during their stay. Some found the hotel's service to be exceptional, while others had mixed experiences with some staff being superb and others just okay. However, the majority are effusive in their praise, finding the staff to be lovely and outstanding. Despite a few minor complaints about the lack of towels, pillows and staff at the pool area, guests recognize that the staff of Leeu Estates is what truly sets this hotel apart.
Yes, Leeu Estates has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Leeu Estates.
No, Leeu Estates doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Leeu Estates.