theLAB Blue marks a new chapter for theLAB Guesthouse Collection. Our earlier properties, theLAB Robertson and theLAB Franschhoek, became known for their design: the signature box structures built into the ceilings, and the technology that surrounded guests during their stay. They brought design, technology and creative ideas together in a way that became part of theLAB experience
theLAB brings together three guesthouses in Franschhoek and Robertson, each one designed for a comfortable, modern stay.
Rooms are open-plan and well equipped, breakfast is made fresh each morning, and most of our properties make use of solar and battery backup, so your stay is not interrupted when the grid is. Whether you are here for the wine, the mountains or a few quiet days, there is a room for you.
Robertson Valley Stay in Robertson
Robertson sits in a quieter corner of the winelands, and theLAB is right in the middle of it. Alongside somewhere comfortable to stay, you'll find a restaurant, wellness experiences and space for conferences, so it works just as well for a slow weekend as it does for getting a group together.
Cape Winelands Stay in Franschhoek
Franschhoek is an easy place to fall for, with its wine estates, good food and the mountains wrapped around all of it. theLAB gives you two places to stay here, each with its own feel and budget, so you can pick the one that suits the trip you have in mind.
Reviews
Great service, staff very attentive and are very eager to help.
Very clean rooms and comfortable bed. Breakfast was great also. The pool area is very relaxing as well, and 10-15 min walk to the shops / restaurants
Ben Crowe (theLAB Blue)
Friendly, helpful, and always available without being intrusive
We had the most incredible weekend getaway at theLAB Guest House! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warm hospitality and a peaceful atmosphere that instantly made us feel at home. The rooms are modern, spacious, and equipped... Read this review
Charl Otto
Made us feel right at home
Amazing help from Patience, made us feel right at home. The place is great, super soft gowns in the rooms, comfy beds and smart features like light sensors and dimmable RGB roof lighting. Honesty bar and hot tub made the... Read this review
Stefan Coetzer
Beautiful and well equipped
We recently stayed over at the Lab for one night on our trip through the winelands, South Africa. The villa was beautiful and well equipped with a great view of the surrounding mountains! Our host Dina and the rest of... Read this review
Chanet Smit
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What Makes theLAB Blue Different?
Mon October 5, 2026
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A Dog-Friendly Weekend in the Robertson Wine Valley
Thu July 16, 2026
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Bring your four-legged loved ones with you on your trip to theLAB Robertson. We are pet-friendly and would love to meet them! Robertson is one of the easier wine regions to visit with a dog. It is about two hours from Cape Town, the farms are spread out with plenty of outdoor space, and several of them are happy to see a dog on the lawn. But not everywhere is open to...
5 Reasons to Stay at theLAB in Franschhoek
Thu July 16, 2026
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Most people see Franschhoek as a day trip from Cape Town. They drive out in the morning, do two tastings and a long lunch, then drive back at dusk having tasted very little because someone had to stay sober. It works, but it is the worst way to experience the valley. Here are five reasons to stay the night instead.
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