4.9 /5

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Overview

Perhaps the most famous of Cape Town's hotels, the Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town has been delivering its famous blend of warm hospitality and fine living for over a century. Set in nine acres of landscaped gardens with Table Mountain as its backdrop, the 'Nellie' - as some prefer to call this award-winning hotel - is within walking distance of many of Cape Town's attractions yet is far enough from the city centre to provide a tranquil retreat at the end of a busy day.

Call on the Guest Services team and ask them to suggest and arrange outings in the beautiful city of Cape Town and its surrounding areas which include Table Mountain, the Cape Winelands and Cape Point. Families are most welcome at the Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town: the hotel's expansive grounds are ideal for children to play in and there is a range of facilities for children as well as activities to keep little hands busy.

Highlights

Located on a lush estate in the Cape Town city centre
Reknowned for its exclusive & tailored service
Rooms are modern with an romantic, old-world charm
Excellent for families: large garden for children to play in & child-minders available
Enjoy Cape Town's best High Tea
Superb dining at Planet Restaurant
Unique treatments at Librisa Spa
Complimentary Shuttle to the Waterfront
Use of double floodlit tennis courts and two heated swimming pools on site

Activities

Day tours
Tennis
High tea on offer

Colonial old-world charm combined with modern touches, ‘the Nelly’ is set below Table Mountain and offers amazing city and mountain views. Perfect for those looking for rest and relaxation.

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Rooms

Superior Room

The Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town provides the charm and glamour of a classic 19th-century luxury hotel with its 201 rooms and suites offering garden or mountain views.The tastefully decorated Superior Rooms reflect traditional Mount Nelson elegance and offer 24-hour room service, air conditioning and en suite bathrooms with separate showers.

Other room types

Discerning travellers will want to stay in the exclusive Penthouse Suite where the majestic view of Table Mountain from the suite's private balcony forms the perfect backdrop to an opulent living experience.

The Helmsley Wing consists of suites suitable for families of up to four, with children comfortably accommodated on pull-out sofas.

Deluxe Room

The Luxury Rooms offer modern comfort and there are two specially designed wheelchair-friendly rooms. You also have the option of a spacious Junior Suite or a grand Executive Suite. Deluxe and Luxury Suites have private gardens or courtyards.

Facilities

Enjoy leisure facilities in abundance at the Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town - there are two heated swimming pools, floodlit tennis courts, a body-care centre, private gymnasium, golf practice net, a yoga studio and high-speed Internet access throughout the hotel.

A stay at the Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town would not be complete without a visit to the world-class Librisa Spa where unique treatments are performed by professional therapists. Treat yourself to a Revitalising Seaweed Wrap or Deep Tissue Massage for the ultimate relaxing experience.

Families with small children will be happy to know that the hotel will take care of even the smallest details from cots to car seats and colouring books. The hotel also offers a babysitting service and a lifeguard at the swimming pool.

Youngsters will enjoy time at the Nellie and Nelson Kids' Club with activities like T-shirt painting, making and decorating treasures boxes, playing tennis or solving a scavenger hunt in the manicured gardens.

Dining

Relax on the sunlit terrace and enjoy hearty breakfast buffets and alfresco lunches from the Oasis Restaurant but save some space: the Afternoon High Tea at the Belmond Mount Nelson is an experience that food and travel writers have often described as one of the most decadent in the world.

Later in the evening try the Planet Champagne and Cocktail Bar, one of Cape Town's hottest nightspots, and where a fusion of fashionable people and old-world glamour meet to create a stylish scene.

Sip a sophisticated drink while mingling with guests before heading off to dinner at Planet Restaurant, the hotel's superb dining venue and where a diverse menu of classic and contemporary dishes, inspired by South African and global trends, awaits guests.

General facilities

Babysitting service available
Bar
Gym
Hair salon
Restaurant
Spa
Swimming Pool
Tennis Court
Wi-fi available
Children's Club
Laundry service
Library
Secure Parking

Rates

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Dates	Board	Price
2023-09-01 — 2023-10-31	Bed & Breakfast	$295
2023-11-01 — 2023-12-24	Bed & Breakfast	$405
2023-12-25 — 2024-01-06	Bed & Breakfast	$610
2024-01-07 — 2024-03-31	Bed & Breakfast	$505
2024-04-01 — 2024-04-30	Bed & Breakfast	$445
2024-05-01 — 2024-08-31	Bed & Breakfast	$395
2024-09-01 — 2024-09-30	Bed & Breakfast	$445
2024-10-01 — 2024-12-17	Bed & Breakfast	$505

Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently. Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
Single supplements may apply.
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Traveller Reviews

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

Robyn Barden

"We loved CapeTown and The Mount Nelson … what a beautiful hotel and great service, and we were so pleased to be staying in such a quiet place, away from the busy CBD and Waterfront area."

Russell Skerman

"We had a wonderful time and your recommendation of The Mount Nelson Hotel was above and beyond what we expected . Everything was first class and breakfast was amazing."

Melissa Mills

"Mount Nelson treated us like royalty I would highly recommend that hotel to anyone."

Sabrina Barry

"We loved our stay at the Mount Nelson. The staff could not have been more helpful and we thought the hotel and its beautiful garden setting were lovely."

Paul Brennan

"We had a good time in South Africa. The Mount Nelson is lovely and Gondwana was beautiful and the staff very friendly. We didn't get see all of the big 5, but still, the drives were great and the layout is great."

Corinne Helman

"The Mount Nelson is wonderful. The room was grand, overlooking the pool. The food was great. Nothing to complain about. Baia was as great as you described!"

Juan Llopart

"The Hotels were excellent, nice people, transfers were as plan and we didn't lose any suit cases :)"

Sharron McDowall

"It was brilliant. Thank you!"

Brandt Allen

"It was great. We found a gallery near the Clock Tower where we went a bit crazy. I bought four paintings. They are being framed now."

Jerry Rossiter

"It was terrific! Thank you."

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