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Budget Getaways Review
Slap-bang in the heart of Franschhoek, this value for money backpackers lodge was once the village school boarding house.
Thankfully the Cape Provincial Administration colour-scheme is no longer and gone are the days of cane-wielding schoolmasters pacing the corridors like bent crows in search of their next quavering victim. ??
We haven't been there but the 'Lodge' seems to have a relaxed and homely feel to it, with a number of indoor and outdoor facilities catering for big numbers - 97 total, to be precise. The guest feedback that's trickled in so far also confirms the idea of a chilled and friendly spot for traveling groups on a budget, whether choirs, sports, school and religious groups.
What this isn't is a place for couples and small groups out for an intimate weekend together. Look elsewhere for this.
From the large lounge and pub with DSTV, to the communal dining room that doubles up as a conference hall, FTL could even be the chosen venue for your upcoming team bosberaad - it's not quite City Lodge, but hey, your employees must surely realise economic times are tough?
There’s a fully equipped communal kitchen and an outdoor braai area centered around an open fireplace, as well as wireless internet facilities and a full laundry service if you happen to need it.??
Taking a look at the general sleeping arrangements, FTL has three double ensuites, one family room with private bathroom (for the boss and her secretary), three twin-rooms, eight four-bed dorms, two six-bed dorms and one eight- bed dorm with bunk beds (for the guys in accounting).??
The ensuite doubles offer comfy rooms with double or twin beds and an ensuite shower and toilet. The family unit sleeps up to five in double and twin beds, has a private bathroom and a self-catering kitchenette, while the twin rooms make use of a shared bathroom. The dormitories are a mix of four-, six- and eight-bed options, all with shared bathrooms - great for team-building!
Two guest comments sum it up well: “Nicely priced and well maintained.” “Great value in an expensive area.”
So be it a quick stayover in Franschhoek with the SA Knitting Guild or a weekend away with your son's judo club, Franschhoek Travellers Lodge may just save the day.
"My choir and I just loved staying at Franschhoek Lodge. It is important to have a place to warm up and rehearse, as well as to have well rested choir members. We got it all here! Thank you for your friendly staff. When we are in the Cape again, we will definitely stay with you again."
(visited September 2012)
"What a pleasure it was to stay at the travellers Lodge. For the price I paid, all my expectations were definitely exceeded. Veretia, who seemed to run the place, attended to all our needs with the greatest pleasure. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend a stay at the Traveller's Lodge."
(visited September 2012)
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