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Le Quartier Français completes refurbishment in Franschoek
Boutique hotel Le Quartier Français, part of the Leeu Collection located in Franschhoek, South Africa, has reopened after completing its refurbishment and expansion. The hotel's existing rooms and suites have been upgraded, and an additional five rooms created from what was once office space, bringing the total key count to 32.
This figure includes seven rooms in two new villas, which have their own separate entrances and parking offering complete privacy and tranquillity, while enjoying all the benefits of being close to the hotel; the villas provide the perfect base for guests who wish to stay in Franschhoek for a week or more while exploring the region.
The dining options at Le Quartier Français have also been improved.
La Petite Colombe, which was established at the hotel in 2017 by the La Colombe team of Silvermist Wine Estate, Constantia. Its tasting menus focus on the finest local and seasonal produce, recommended with a rare and fine wine selection.
The refurbishment took 18-months and cost approximately £4m.
