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La Residence

Third band: properties that pass the EMPTYJET luxury gate but with fewer or narrower references. Still a deliberate selection, not a directory.

522 guest reviews analysed

Elandskloof Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690, ZA

Distinctions

EMPTYJET Consensus

92.1 / 100

Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.

Analysed from 522 guest reviews across Tripadvisor, Trip.com, Booking.com and Agoda.

Most noted: service.

Best for

  • couples
  • food & wine
  • wellness
  • long stays

About La Residence

La Residence is an EMPTYJET hotel in Franschhoek, South Africa, part of The Royal Portfolio. The property occupies a private 30-acre wine estate in the Cape Winelands and includes Vineyard Suites. Facilities include a Spa and a heated swimming pool. Guests may experience the celebrated high tea in Franschhoek during their stay.

La Residence is a Virtuoso Member — Hotel for 2025 and positions itself among established wine-estate properties in the region, offering spa services alongside estate hospitality and afternoon tea.

Why it stands out

Listed as EMPTYJET and member of Virtuoso for 2025, La Residence combines a private 30-acre wine estate location, Vineyard Suites, a Spa, a heated swimming pool and the property’s celebrated high tea offering.

Key facts

Check-in / out
14:00 / 11:00
Children
Hotel suites and facilities are reserved for guests over the age of 10. Children of all ages are welcome at the Vineyard Suites and Franschhoek House.
Type
Vineyard

Amenities

Verified 22 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Swimming pool — evidence: guests enjoy access to the acclaimed high tea experience, a heated pool

Dining

  • Afternoon tea — evidence: Guests are also welcome to experience our celebrated high tea in Franschhoek

Location

  • Vineyard — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Vineyard Suites

Wellness

  • Spa — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Spa and Wellness

Awards & affiliations

  • La ListeTop 10002026
  • VirtuosoMember2025

Location

-33.8995, 19.1230
Sources+
  • Official hotel websiteOfficial16 fields
  • WikidataEncyclopedia1 field

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