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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: theLAB Luxury Backpackers in Franschhoek offers private bathrooms with walk-in showers, air-conditioning, and free toiletries. Each room includes a wardrobe and a work desk. Modern Amenities: Guests can enjoy streaming services, a terrace, and a TV. Additional facilities include a tea and coffee maker, electric kettle, and a bath. Convenient Location: Located 64 km from Cape Town International Airport, the hostel is a 9-minute walk from the Hugenot Monument and 1.3 km from Franschhoek Art House. Nearby attractions include Boschenmeer Golf Course (29 km) and Stellenbosch University (31 km). Highly Rated by Guests: The hostel is highly rated for its comfortable accommodations and excellent service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Franschhoek, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1

FREE parking!


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tarryn
    South Africa South Africa
    Lovely & convenient to all facilities Quiet, Clean & Modern Had all you need Only difference with Backpackers was no Fridge but fancy as main suites just maybe smaller & on opposite side of Lifestyle Centre where if u want breakfast or swim or...
  • Andrea
    South Africa South Africa
    All of the staff were incredibly friendly, helpful and attentive. Candice is an absolute sweetheart, she helped me get a forgotten item back after I had left. She was also wonderful with recommendations and just a lovely person in general. Thank...
  • Paula
    South Africa South Africa
    Got a room upgrade to the Lab Blue, super friendly receptionist gave us a full tour. Very nice facilities including a Jacuzzi.
  • Hendry
    South Africa South Africa
    we dident have any breakfast,as we were thinking to tryout the places around town, but sure it would have been great. we absolutely love the plays.
  • Tanya
    South Africa South Africa
    very friendly helpful staff, nothing was too much trouble. And very welcoming. the accommodation was bright and clean and safe.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The solar panels and EV charging point showed care and thought for the enviroment. USB charging points were a bonus.Standout were the staff who were genuinely welcoming and helpful. Special mention to Saidy who checked us in and was really...
  • Cheekybrat
    South Africa South Africa
    Location is great, lovely bathroom, plenty of hot water, very clean.
  • Carol
    South Africa South Africa
    Good location - wlaking distance to the main street / restaurants
  • Anonymous
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were amazing! Love the story about Einstein, the lab after it's named. Room was good, the Netflix wasn't working and they came up to fix it at like 9pm.
  • Merel
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Super vriendelijke ontvangst, kregen een fijne upgrade! Heel erg gastvrij, mooie kamers!

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House rules

theLAB Luxury Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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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
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.