★★★★★
Guest house
Franschhoek
9.7/10

Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel

Elegant Accommodation: Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek offers a 5-star guest house experience with a private beach area, spa facilities, swimming pool with a view, and free WiFi. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy free use of bicycles, water sports facilities, a garden, terrace, and outdoor fireplace. Additional amenities include a hot tub, beauty services, and wellness packages. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, buffet, à la carte, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and kosher. Fresh pastries, pancakes, and champagne are served daily. Prime Location: Located 57 km from Cape Town International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Boschenmeer Golf Course (18 km) and Franschhoek Motor Museum (8 km). Guests appreciate the attentive staff and excellent service.

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)
Breakfast info: Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, Buffet
Free private parking available on-site

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Kids

Children of any age are welcome.

Dogs

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Address

Ludus Magnus, Two rivers farm, portion 9, R45, Franschhoek, 7690, 7690 Franschhoek, South Africa, Franschhoek, South Africa

Facilities

2 swimming pools Free parking Free WiFi Family rooms Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle BBQ facilities Tea/coffee maker in all rooms Private beach area Superb breakfast

Gallery

a white sink in a bathroom with a green tiled wall at Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek

a dining table with chairs and a view of a pool at Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek

an aerial view of a estate with mountains in the background at Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek

a living room with two chairs and a fireplace at Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek

a man and a woman standing next to a fire pit at Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek

a woman holding a plate of food at a table at Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek

a woman holding a plate of food on a counter at Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek

a living room with white furniture and a wooden ceiling at Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek

a bedroom with a large bed and a large window at Ludus Magnus Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek

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Reviews

Liezel 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

It was just perfect

Pros: Very beautiful working farm with lots of secret spaces perfect for romantic getaway

Zandile 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Pros: The location, cleanliness and the wonderful staff and the chef

Ian 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Pros: Lydia was extremely friendly and super helpful. She consistently went out of her way to ensure comfort.

Paulo 10/10

Brazil 🇧🇷

The Perfect Hotel

Pros: This is my first time at the hotel and I think it the best one in Franschhoek !! It’s a boutique hotel with everything you need during your trip!! It’s a complete experience!! All the staff are friendly and they are always ready to help you!!

Carol 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Exceptional!

Pros: This is a totally exceptional place. It is far from only an hotel. The entire estate caters for all activities for a family with the friendliest staff! They are constantly wanting to spoil and assist and please! Ludus Magnus is like a 5* family resort hotel!

Cons: As above

Summer 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

It was lovely. Loved the grounds, the restaurant, the field and the fruits.

Pros: The service and facilities were amazing. There is great attention to detail and the atmosphere is calm. I would highly recommend the place for any sports teams that would like to rest and recuperate or prepare for an event.

Cons: Access can be hard during the rainy season but the staff can help with navigating through the roads to get to the hotel. Would have loved to use the warm pools but it takes a while to warm up.

Ashwin 10/10

India 🇮🇳

Luxurious stay in a beautiful location

Pros: The villa was exceptionally clean with luxurious interiors. The staff was very supportive. We met the owner and she is very kind.

Mazeed 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Amazing, breathtaking views and awesome hospitality and staff went out of there way to make us feel special.

Pros: Location , stunning views and felt like home and place to relax.

Cons: Can’t fault anything

Tom 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Undoubtedly the best hotel we’ve ever been to!

Pros: Wow wow wow. This property is just incredible. We have no words for how beautiful the house and surroundings are. So much so, we’re booking this venue for our wedding from the UK. The staff are incredibly friendly and will make you feel at home from the moment you arrive. The food is utterly sublime and very reasonably priced. We would 100% recommend this property! You MUST stay there if considering a vacation in the winelands!

Cons: Nothing at all! It was perfect ☺️

Dr 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Pulchritudinous and magical

Pros: I had the pleasure of celebrating my graduation at Ludus Magnus, and it was an experience beyond my wildest dreams! Chef Goodwin, the head chef, was on point, and the other chefs were just as amazing. Every dish was a culinary masterpiece. 🌟 Lydia and Erron hosted us so well; their kind-hearted and amazing nature made the celebration feel incredibly special. Ilaria, with her meticulous attention to detail and methodical approach, was an absolute pleasure to witness. What was supposed to be an average grad party turned into the celebration of the year thanks to their efforts. I am beyond grateful and truly wish for them to continue growing and excelling, even though they are already exceptional. Five stars are too little for the experience I had – it was a 10 million star 🌟 experience! Thank you, Ludus Magnus, for making my graduation unforgettable.

Cons: Nothing unfortunately!