theLAB experience is hi-tech room automation theLAB experience is in magical locations theLAB experience is for cycling fanatics theLAB experience is solar powered & eco-conscious theLAB experience is laid-back glamour theLAB experience is for wine connoisseurs theLAB experience is modern and light theLAB experience is great-coffee crazy theLAB experience is powered by green energy theLAB experience is facilitating hi-tech conferences theLAB experience is ultimate relaxation theLAB experience is glamourous theLAB experience is freshly-squeezed orange juice with breakfast theLAB experience is playful hi-tech

theLAB guest houses are making headlines!

a first in the world: high-tech meets green thinking meets contemporary styling meets warm hospitality

theLAB LIFESTYLE has modern guest houses
Night shot of the pool at theLAB LIFESTYLE guesthouse
Stunning exterior of theLAB LIFESTYLE guest house
theLAB LIFESTYLE has rooms with voice automation
theLAB LIFESTYLE Guest house patio area
spa facilities available at theLAB
theLAB LIFESTYLE Cape Town Guesthouse logo
theLAB offers high-tech conference facilities
Pool lit by green light at theLAB LIFESTYLE guest house
theLAB offers e-scooter and bicycle hire
Dining area of theLAB LIFESTYLE guest house
theLAB is eco-conscious
Jacuzzi at theLAB LIFESTYLE guest house
theLAB LIFESTYLE guest house exterior
theLAB LIFESTYLE interior decor
Modern and clean look and finish of theLAB LIFESTYLE bedroom
Clean and modern decor at theLAB LIFESTYLE guest house
Smart, high-tech room at theLAB LIFESTYLE
Modern bedroom at theLAB LIFESTYLE guest house
Modern, clean look and feel at theLAB LIFESTYLE
a labrador sitting next to a baby
theLAB LIFESTYLE
theLAB LIFESTYLE Franschhoek logo
theLAB LIFESTYLE guest houses
theLAB LIFESTYLE's blue bicycle for hire
Happy couple at theLAB LIFESTYLE

theLAB guesthouses include

solar-powered,
free electric car
charging station

no plastic water
bottles: only glass

free
wifi

draught beer,
wine and drinks
available on tap

spa treatments
and massages

roasted coffee
and tea

the best of South African wine

high-tech room
automation

cool and warm-water swimming pools

bicycle and
e-scooter hire

friendly to nature toiletries in rooms

modern and light conference rooms

with high-tech Microsoft Hub

sundeck & outside bar area with amazing views

theNEWS

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  • 10/06/2020in About Us

    Welcome Back Deal

    We are back in business! After weeks of renovating, refreshing and renewing, is it time to celebrate that with a tremendous WELCOME BACK DEAL! ZAR 500 per person per night ZAR 250 per additional person per night Breakfast  – ZAR 100  Full board – ZAR 350 Health and safety protocols are in place as per government...
  • 28/02/2020in About Us

    theLAB: an eco and tech forward staycation

    “Step into the future of eco conscious and high-tech travel at theLAB. The new smart hotel brand is pioneering a movement that is taking the world by storm. “ Posted by Home and Leisure...

theREVIEWS

Booking.com

  • “very beautiful, very techie, very helpful and friendly, quite close to the centre (though we took the car) - Alexa on hand in the room to do everything!”
    Carol - United Kingdom
  • “Loved the modern, clean lines and facilities. The built-in tech is a fun bonus (even if it seems Alexa ignores you at times). Friendly owner and staff. Einstein is a hit.”
    Maggie - South Africa
  • “This was my Birthday treat with a friend. Lovely and peaceful enjoyed the experience - thanks Alexa!”
    Bridget - South Africa
  • "Something different and great location. Great recommendation for places to eat - chefs warehouse - excellent. Nice areas to relax if you want some chill out time”
    Jacqui - United Kingdom
  • “Everything. The whole concept from the technology to Einstein the resident dog being a huge part of the hotel. The staff were ultra helpful and friendly also. A fabulous experience. ”
    Helen - United Kingdom

theSOCIAL MEDIA

we practice a green, eco-consious way of life

  • carbon neutral through solar panel units
  • water heated and electricity provided via solar technology
  • electric vehicle charge points – free-of-charge for guests
  • guest house vehicles are electric
  • bicycle, e-bike, and e-scooter hire facilities
  • recycling where possible
  • reduced wasteful packaging by providing guests with wine, beer and drinks in kegs and on-tap at our bars
  • filtered still and sparkling water provided in glass bottles and free for guests: no wasteful plastic water bottles on site
  • friendly to nature products used in bathrooms and in-house spas
  • own vegetables grown in guest house gardens in order to provide guests with the freshest produce

theLAB LIFESTYLE garden

high-tech room automation

theLAB room automation system is the star of your stay, and is incorporated into each of our modern, minimalistic-styled rooms.

Each of our locations provides some fun tech – whether it’s a Hololens or Jibo watiting to meet you at reception.

Facial recognition and gesture control applications are being developed and implemented: no other hotel chain in the world incorporates these yet. We truly are leading the way in 21st century hospitality!

While we have theLAB Switch with pre-programmed scenarios to 'Wake me up'/ 'Start my day'/ 'Go to sleep', you can have fun and ask theLAB room automation system, by voice command, to do the following:

  • “make me a coffee”
  • "start the jacuzzi"
  • “turn on the TV”
  • “close the blinds”
  • “start the shower”
  • “set the alarm”
  • “lights blue”
  • “turn off the lights”

located in amazing locations along the beautiful Garden Route

Centered along the beautiful interior part of the Garden Route in the Western Cape, South Africa, our guest houses offer a modern feel with high-tech and eco-centered standard, and spa facilities.

From the buzz of our Cape Town capital, to the foodie and wine capital of Franschhoek, to out-of-town country and spa retreat in Robertson, each location offers something unique.

Be prepared to be captivated by the charm of each of our guest houses.

Give it time and hire an electric car to drive between our various guest house locations... we offer something current and one-of-a-kind in the guest house industry: keep watching this space!

warm South African hospitality

Our reviews speak for themselves! We offer something completely unique, yet still carries that personal touch for a memorable stay.

Each location has an in-house chef and offers dining experiences from simple, social home-cooked meals, to rustic French-inspired food. Pair it with a beer on tap, or wine from a keg or wine rack!

theLAB
Cape Town | Tarragona
4073 Valley Road Hout Bay
Cape Town 7806
South Africa

capetown@thelab.africa
+27 (0)21 790 5080

theLAB
Franschhoek
15 Nerina Street
Franschhoek 7690
South Africa

franschhoek@thelab.africa
+27 (0)21 876 2074

theLAB
Robertson | Rosendal
Klaas Voogds West
Robertson 6707
South Africa

robertson@thelab.africa
+27 (0)23 626 1570

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  • theLAB Robertson - read more
  • Rates are in respect of accommodation and breakfast, inclusive of VAT @ 15%
  • Rates are quoted in South African Rands
  • Rates are subject to change without notification
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