Description
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town is a timeless retreat tucked at the foot of Table Mountain, just moments from the city’s vibrant heart. Surrounded by tranquil gardens and historic architecture, it offers a quiet base for exploring both Cape Town’s cultural life and natural beauty.
The hotel features a range of individually styled rooms and suites, many with garden or mountain views. Interiors are classic and calming, with soft colours, fine linens, and a sense of relaxed refinement throughout.
You can unwind at the Librisa Spa, which offers soothing treatments using local botanicals, along with a steam room, Finnish sauna, and peaceful conservatory-style relaxation spaces. There are also two heated swimming pools, daily yoga classes, and curated experiences like art tours, walking excursions, and food tastings.
Dining at Mount Nelson includes:
• The Verandah – Fresh seasonal cuisine served indoors or under the shade of palms on the terrace
• The Red Room by Chefs Warehouse is Mount Nelson’s hidden gem—a secret doorway leads down to a dimly lit, velvet-draped underground den where Pan‑Asian flavours speak for themselves
• The Lounge – Known for its legendary Afternoon Tea with a wide selection of cakes, savouries, and South African teas
• Planet Bar – A stylish yet relaxed spot for cocktails and small bites, popular with both residents and locals
• Oasis – A casual, sun-filled venue open seasonally for breakfast and light Mediterranean-style meals Mount Nelson is a place to slow down, recharge, and savour the charm of Cape Town in a setting that feels both personal and special.
- A nine-acre green oasis right in the centre of Cape Town
- A wonderful initiative is the recent introduction of a regularly changing collection of contemporary African art
- The Oasis pool is one of the best places in the city to while away a sunny day
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel
Room upgrade upon availability on the day of arrival
Afternoon tea for two, once during stay
Early Check-in / Late Check-out, based on availability on the day of arrival / departure
200ml bottle of specially crafted pink Cape Town gin for Mount Nelson and homemade macaroons placed in the room on arrival
Not to be missed at the hotel