La Clé Lodge

We spent three nights at La Clé Lodge in early June and honestly, it was one of the most memorable getaways we’ve had. From the moment we arrived, the team made us feel completely at home—warm, welcoming, and genuinely keen to make our stay special. A huge shoutout to Gahno, who was an absolute legend—organising dinner bookings, transfers, and giving us top-notch local recommendations. The lodge itself is stunning—classic Cape Dutch charm with beautifully styled suites and lush gardens. It’s got that perfect mix of laidback luxury and homely comfort. We loved kicking back with sundowners by the fire after a day out and about. We took the bikes for a spin through the vineyards—such a fun way to explore the area—and even squeezed in a hit of tennis on the gorgeous court. It was the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. The shared curry dinner was a real highlight, which was packed with flavour and felt like a warm hug after a cool evening, and being able to unwind with new friends was awesome. Every meal was delicious, and the service was spot on. La Clé is one of those places that just gets it right. Whether you’re into wine, food, art, or just want to unwind in beautiful surroundings, this place ticks all the boxes. We left feeling totally recharged and already planning our next visit.

This is definitely a home from home place. The team looking after us were very friendly and welcoming with great thought clearly put into the rooms, arrangements, food and facilities. The standard of accommodation is excellent, with a pool outside, vineyard and gardens and a lake at the bottom! Good location within the town, with a very easy walk to the restaurants, boutiques and shops. A special place.

Awesome boutique hotel. We will not look at other lodging options in Franschoek again. Personalized service, perfect location, thoughtful blend between guest mingling and privacy - you have personal space but also can share communal traveling experiences. Individual villas available as well for those who prioritize privacy but we enjoyed the lodge. Sundowners by the pool were a highlight, and huge shoutout to Ian who provided some of the best service we’ve experienced. He felt more like a friend by the end of our stay.

This lodge provides its lucky guests with a superb experience. We stayed for three nights and wished we could have stayed longer. The rooms are tastefully decorated and very comfortable. The staff were all very friendly under the expert management of Lizel and Clifford. The complimentary Sundowners served by Ian were an unexpected treat and the breakfast and evening Brie were delicious. If you want a real treat we highly recommend La Cle Lodge.

A little touch of heaven! So comfortable, with the most beautiful gardens, we absolutely loved it. Very close to the town but so peaceful and relaxing. Our room was in the attic so I was concerned it might be a bit dark, but not at all! Light, spacious, with every luxury you could want! Highly recommend.

Wow! Such a treat staying 2 nights at La Cle Lodge! Such a lovely, beautiful property and I felt well care for while there. The staff were very attentive to me being a solo traveler. They provided a wonderful dinner suggestion for me at Protege (delicious) and as I had to leave very early the morning of my departure, provided me with a very robust breakfast. The property is gorgeous and so relaxing. I do wish I could've stayed to enjoy it longer. The room was perfect for me, the bed comfortable, the bathroom luxurious. The pool phenomenal and I enjoyed my relaxing afternoon there after walking into the town which is easy to do. I would definitely stay at La Cle again!