Award-winning Cape Winelands hotel, Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa, is welcoming the Autumnal change of season with its own transformation in a 1 Million Rand soft makeover which have refreshed the hotel's exterior relaxation areas.

In the new look, Le Franschhoek aimed to make the outdoor terrace of the hotel more intimate and inviting by including a new layout and new soft furnishings, all of which took place over the past few months.

"Le Franschhoek has always been known for its beautiful setting and attention to detail. By revamping the outdoor terrace with a fresh and modern look, as well as our other scheduled changes, we aim to uphold our reputation and live up to our guests' expectations ," says Eben Lassen, General Manager of Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa.

The next phase of refurbishments at the five-star graded hotel will include new awnings for the terrace, the refurbishment of Le Franschhoek's pool area and the renovation of the hotel's 63 rooms. The overhaul at Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is scheduled to be completed by the end of October 2013, in time for the hotel's busy festive season.

Owned and managed by the Three Cities Group, Le Franschhoek is not only a desirable base for vineyard touring, but offers plenty of on-site pastimes including the award-winning Camelot Spa, tennis courts and a sparkling swimming pool. In addition, the onsite Le Verger and Dish restaurants offer guests unparalleled dining experiences at the foot of the Franschhoek mountains.

Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is managed by the Three Cities Group, a leading hospitality management company offering an extensive collection of hotels throughout Southern Africa. www.threecities.co.za

Le Verger Restaurant at Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa, - open for lunch and dinner. For more information contact 021-876-8900 or go to www.lefranschhoek.co.za.

Dish Restaurant at Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa - open for dinner. For more information contact 021-876-8900 or go to www.lefranschhoek.co.za.