Centre-Ville Guest House
9 Reservoir Street, Franschhoek 7690 South Africa
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Centre-Ville is a 4-Star Guest House in the center of the village within 3min walking distance to all the shops, galleries and village restaurants.This gracious Victorian Beauty was build in 1905 and has been fully renovated without losing the old world charm with origin floors and high ceilings.We have eight tastefully decorated en-suite rooms each with its own theme.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Hiking
Horseback riding
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Plunge pool
Special diet menus
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Shops
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Ironing service
Room features
Allergy-free room
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Safe
Bottled water
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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HOTEL STYLE
Classic
Quirky Hotels
Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans
Location
9 Reservoir Street, Franschhoek 7690 South Africa
Getting there
Good for walkers
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Grade: 89 out of 100
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Cape Town Intl Airport
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28 Restaurants
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Reviews
4.5
524 reviews
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Centre-Ville Guest House receives widespread acclaim for its exceptional service, with many guests lauding the attentive staff and delightful breakfasts. Its prime location earns praise, providing easy access to local dining and attractions, including the wine tram.
The guest house's atmosphere is consistently described as cozy and welcoming, with clean and tastefully furnished rooms, though some have raised safety concerns regarding smoke detectors. Reviewers consider it a superb value, noting the peaceful environment and overall quality of amenities.
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Well-appointed
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Unfortunately we only stayed one night at the Center Ville Guest house.
The rooms were all very clean and lovingly furnished. We were greeted very warmly and in a familiar way and started the day in the morning with a very extensive and delicious, lovingly prepared breakfast. The style of the house reminded me a bit of the colonial era, which I personally found quite charming.
The water is heated with a boiler, which is a bit of a disadvantage if you want to get up early during a load shedding and take a shower.
But we would stay there again.
The rooms were all very clean and lovingly furnished. We were greeted very warmly and in a familiar way and started the day in the morning with a very extensive and delicious, lovingly prepared breakfast. The style of the house reminded me a bit of the colonial era, which I personally found quite charming.
The water is heated with a boiler, which is a bit of a disadvantage if you want to get up early during a load shedding and take a shower.
But we would stay there again.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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We only stayed over for one night up in an attic room which was very cozy clean & comfortable. Our shower was a little small but the bath was awesome. The huge big bed was extremely relaxing and we slept very well - far apart from each other.
Our breakfast outside in the garden next to the pool was scrumptious. (Coffee was too strong for me)
Our breakfast outside in the garden next to the pool was scrumptious. (Coffee was too strong for me)
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Wonderful cozy and well equipped bedroom. Situated in the center of town within walking distance of all amenities and restaurants. Neat and clean heritage homestead run by exceptional people. We were there during the devastating floods of September that left the town cut off the outside world and with no electricity or water for days. Magnificent hosts Jaco, Elsa and their daughter Eldorette kept us cosy and supplied outstanding and delicious meals to their stranded guests. We all left as close friends with wonderful memories.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Response from Elsa Naude, Owner at Centre-Ville Guest House
Responded 09 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for being such wonderful supporting and understanding Guests You made it so much easier for us to cope through this time. Thank you again and again Warmest regards Elsa, Eldorette and Jaco Naude
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This is the best guest house I have ever stayed at. Jack and Elsa and their staff cannot do enough for you, and there is an air of abundance and generosity. The accommodation is very comfortable and the position is perfect - walking distance to everywhere but still quiet. We return again and again.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Had the most amazing stay. Our hosts Elza & Jaco were very accommodating and made us feel right at home. Our breakfasts were delicious and prepared with care. We highly recommend Centre Ville and will definitely return if we are back in the area.
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Date of stay: December 2021
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We loved our stay at Centre-ville guest house. Fantastic breakfast in the garden. The staff and owners made us feel at home. Beautiful house and interior. The location is a perfect, just a few minutes from the centre where you find all kinds of restaurants, art galleries and shops.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Lovely place.
Easy to find and park.
Clean, everything you need, ideally located for town and a good breakfast.
The owners were very welcoming and helpful, even offering to collect us from the restaurant after our meal.
Easy to find and park.
Clean, everything you need, ideally located for town and a good breakfast.
The owners were very welcoming and helpful, even offering to collect us from the restaurant after our meal.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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The hosts ignored any potential risk of fire. There is no smoke detectors and the rooms in 2nd floor has no alternative escape route than the one stairs. The roof windows could only be used for ventilation.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Our room was comfortable and relaxing with amazing views of the mountains. The owners and staff were friendly, professional, and accommodating. Breakfast was very nice and they have great coffee! We could walk to most places in town so the location is very convenient.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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It was a pleasure to return to this very cosy B&B. It feels familiar and it is within walking distance of most the relevant places in Franschhoek. There is the warm welcome by Elsa and Jacco, the excellent breakfasts in the small garden (weather permitting). Easy access and parking, clean: a home away from home.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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It is a very welcoming b & b - very small pool and sitting areas. There is no garden as such. Breakfast is wonderful - the hosts are charming and our room was comfortable. We were out and about most of the time ( we had a week there) so the lack of 'garden' as such was not a problem. Yes, prices are high there now....
"Nothing to complain about. Only small negative thing was the few hours without electricity & air conditioning why the room became very hot."Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
R 1,473 - R 2,201 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
centre-ville hotel franschhoek, centre-ville bed and breakfast
LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapeFranschhoek
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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