LikedAmazing guest house, with perfect design and flawless service
★★★★★ · Franschhoek
Akademie Street Boutique Hotel
5 Akademie Street, 7690 Franschhoek, South Africa · #1 of 15 by guest score in Cape Town
9.8Exceptional140 reviews
From $691a night · lowest rate found Oct 2026
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Akademie Street Boutique Hotel guest ratings
Guest category scores, compared with the average across the 15 Cape Town hotels on this site.
| Rating category | Akademie Street Boutique Hotel | Cape Town average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleanliness | 9.9 | 9.8 | +0.1 |
| Comfort | 10 | 9.8 | +0.2 |
| Facilities | 9.8 | 9.6 | +0.2 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.7 | +0.2 |
| Staff | 10 | 9.7 | +0.3 |
| Value for money | 9.3 | 8.8 | +0.5 |
| Free WiFi | 10 | 9.2 | +0.8 |
Akademie Street Boutique Hotel reviews
“fabulous time. Well run establishment by a good host in Declan”
LikedDeclan was THE MAN!!! Breakfast was great and giod location
DislikedWine selection
“Amazing and very beautiful place!”
LikedAmazing and very beautiful property, it’s really a paradise, very friendly and helpful staff, extraordinary breakfast!!
“Our cup runneth over, we loved this place immensely!”
LikedAbsolutely incredible in every way. Such a special place in both aesthetic and service. The team and facilities were top notch. They truly think of everything. Breakfast is the stuff of dreams!
DislikedHot water ran out pretty fast in our room… but, no matter as the wood fired hot tub was a nice alternative!
“Perfect little gem to relax”
LikedThis is possibly the best boutique hotel I have ever stayed at. Cute, intimate, welcoming and amazing service. We enjoyed our private suite and pool. Exceptional breakfast- evening drinks. The welcome bubbly was great. Perfectly located, close to the Main Street, restaurants and wineries.
DislikedEverything was truly amazing
“Transformative!”
LikedThis is an extraordinary boutique hotel. Their attention to detail is extraordinary and the decor, gardens and staff are the cream of the crop! Babs and Carin are so warm and welcoming and Declan the Host Extraordinaire was incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable ….and indeed planned every minute of our 3 night stay and we had a truly fabulous time! From the best restaurants in town (French Connection, Rueben & Allora) and a perfect selection of great wineries, from family run, to bling wineries and oldest. Every recommendation Declan made was spot on the money! One of a kind experience…highly recommend!
“Everything was perfect, the attention to detail was exceptional and Declan and the team were the friendliest most…”
LikedEverything was perfect, the attention to detail was exceptional and Declan and the team were the friendliest most helpful people I have met that work in hospitality.
“Best place to stay in Franschhoek.”
LikedBeautiful small inn. Great communication before stay and a lovely welcome. Helped with dinner recommendations and reservations and the rooms and common areas were stunning. Great breakfast and happy hour with complimentary wine and snacks plus free minibar.
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