dine

At Ludus Magnus we offer exquisite dining in beautiful areas. Breakfast is served daily in the dining room for Manor House guests. The dining area opens onto a balcony complete with pizza oven and barbecue. Soak in stunning views of the pool, Shiraz vineyard and mountains. A fresh breakfast basket is delivered each morning to villa guests. Villas are magnificently equipped for self-catering. Our chef can be booked to create a private meal experience in the comfort of your villa at an additional fee.

Dining is an integral part of the Ludus Magnus experience. Guests can enjoy considered cuisine within the privacy of the hotel, complementing a stay at one of Franschhoek's most distinctive luxury boutique hotels.

A white bowl of creamy mushroom pasta garnished with microgreens, on a table with a glass of water and a silver utensil.
A plated dish featuring a cooked lamb chop topped with microgreens, served with roasted carrots, greens, and a blackberry on a white plate.
A plated dish with grilled seafood, lemon slices, microgreens, and a creamy sauce, served on a decorative yellow plate.
Chocolate layered cake with whipped cream, chocolate sprinkles, cherries, and red sauce on white plate

Optional lunches and dinners are available at the Manor House. Our delightfully unique spaces offer fabulous spots to enjoy a picnic or savour the sunset with sundowners. Pick from our mini-island, hideaway boma or river deck (also equipped with barbecue area).

A man and woman having a picnic on a sandy riverbank, clinking champagne glasses, with food and a bouquet of flowers on a blanket.
Charcuterie board with cheeses, meats, grapes, crackers, and jams on a wooden platter, set on an outdoor wooden table with a cobblestone background.
A table set for a outdoor gathering with wine bottles, glasses, and cooler boxes, overlooking a river and a mountain in the background.
Outdoor lounge area with a large, textured gray blanket draped over a wooden surface, decorative pillows with floral patterns, a tray of snacks and drinks, and a background of lush green bushes.

*All facilities, amenities and dining experiences at Ludus Magnus are exclusively available to hotel guests.