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Le Ballon Rouge

7 Reservoir Street East, Franschhoek, South Africa
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Le Ballon Rouge
Ranked #30 of 59 Franschhoek B&B and Inns
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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Le Ballon Rouge was conveniently located just off the main road through Franschoek, right behind award winning restaurant Rueben's, with ample parking, good size room and bathroom. The area is quiet at night. The decor is a bit dated.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Our travel-agent had arranged our stay, and they know what to recommend. David showed us a big, nice room with a spacy bathrom. The backyard was nice with a little pool, and the terrace outside the breakfastroom was also nice. In this little village the closest gourmet-restaurant was only 100 meters away. We visited three of them - all among... More

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London
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3 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

From the beginning to the end of our stay, my friend and I were treated unbelievably well by Jenny, whom I believe is the owner, and David. There was a slight mistake made on arrival, since we had asked for two single beds when booking, but there were now only rooms with double beds available. To make up for it,... More

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Brussels, Belgium
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12 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

Really nice and good option to stay overnight in Franschhoek. Rooms are big and clean. Breakfast is nice and excellent service. We really enjoyed in Le Ballon Rouge. A good recommendation B&B. location is also excellent

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Le Ballon Rouge is just off the main street in Franschoek and is perfectly located for the traveller that likes to have a couple of drinks with dinner and does not want to drive home. The staff were very helpful and welcoming. The atmosphere is very relaxed and informal. We were upgraded to the "Owner's suite". This room was large... More

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Brescia
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

We booked this B&B the day before arriving in Franschoek and it was a nice surprise. We were a bit late but the attendant waited for us and, apart a little problem with the password for the wifi (the guy had to come back to give it to us) we enjoyed our (short) staying. Our room was in the attic... More

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Oslo, Norway
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Our party of 10 from Norway visitied Ballon Rouge i February and stayed two days at the charming place. Rooms were of diffent size, but clean an nicely furnished. Beds were of good quality and comfort. The hotel is situated in center of the litlle village, easy walk to all nice shops, galleries and top restaurants. Best of all were... More

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Cork/London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Stayed here for a recent cycle trip. Excellent room! Very big.. Nice breakfast Would return for sure... Great location in the middle of town. Lots of AMAZING restaurants within 2 min walk Looking forward to returning.

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

We had a lovely stay at :Le Ballon Rouge which is just round the corner from the main street in Franschoek. Our rooms were spacious and light and overlooked a courtyard which had sunloungers. Towels for sunbathing were also provided. Breakfast was excellent and served with a smile.

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Malaga, Spain
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16 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

We stayed two nights at Le Ballon Rouge and found the location excellent for walking out in the evenings. Our rooms were light and airy with plenty of space. Our rooms was situated in a courtyard near the swimming pool, which had sun loungers and clean towels put round every day, and it was very colourful. The main house where... More

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Address: 7 Reservoir Street East, Franschhoek, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Franschhoek
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Ranked #30 of 59 B&Bs / Inns in Franschhoek
Price range (per night): $75 - $126
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