Nestled at the foot of Table Mountain, within nine acres of landscaped gardens stands the luxurious Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, enjoying an idyllic location for those keen to explore the historical city of Cape Town. Winston Churchill called it “a most excellent establishment”; John Lennon meditated in its lush grounds, and modern-day celebrities from Leonardo di Caprio to Charlize Theron have breakfasted on its sunny balconies.
An array of activities keeps all ages entertained, from heated pools and a children’s club to tennis coaching and yoga. Explore the expansive grounds, a gorgeous mix of manicured lawns, historic palms and fragrant rose gardens. Nourish body and soul at Librisa Spa with a range of holistic, African-inspired treatments. Just beyond the gates lie the wonders of the city, from stunning beaches and historic hotspots to vibrant wildlife and adventurous thrills. Forever watching over the hotel is Table Mountain, another wondrous Cape Town landmark waiting to be explored.
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3nts from £330 per person, Low Season, accommodation only
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Facilities
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1 Bar
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3 Restaurants
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Swimming Pool
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Spa
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Kids Club
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Gym
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Tennis
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Free Wi-Fi
Rooms
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Superior Rooms
- Size: from 25 m2 / 270 ft2
- King-sized or twin beds
- Free Wi-Fi
- Writing desk
- Marble bathrooms
- Luxury toiletries
Superior Rooms
Superior Rooms
Superior Rooms
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Deluxe Rooms
- Each Deluxe Room features a sitting area
- Some also include a balcony
- Size: from 25 m2 / 270 ft2
- King-sized or twin beds
- Writing desk
- Free Wi-Fi
- Nightly turndown
- Luxury toiletries
- Marble bathrooms
Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
- Each Deluxe Room features a sitting area
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Junior Suites
- Unwind in the bedroom or the open-plan sitting area
- Located in the hotel’s Main Building and Green Park areas
- Some suites benefit from an inviting balcony.
- Size: from 40 m2 / 431 ft2
- Free Wi-Fi
- King-sized or twin beds
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
- Ipod dock
Junior Suites
Junior Suites
Junior Suites
Junior Suites
- Unwind in the bedroom or the open-plan sitting area
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Deluxe Junior Suites
- Bright Deluxe Junior Suites are found in the Main Building and Green Park wings.
- They include an inviting open-plan sitting area, and most have balconies.
- Size: from 40 m2 / 431 ft2
- King-sized or twin beds
- Free Wi-Fi
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
- Ipod dock
Deluxe Junior Suites
Deluxe Junior Suites
Deluxe Junior Suites
Deluxe Junior Suites
- Bright Deluxe Junior Suites are found in the Main Building and Green Park wings.
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Studio Suites
- Studio Suites enjoy an open plan design
- Featuring a bedroom and lounge area.
- Some also include a balcony.
- Size: from 40 m2 / 431 ft2
- King-sized or twin beds
- Free Wi-Fi
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
- Luxury toiletries
- Ipod dock
Studio Suites
Studio Suites
Studio Suites
Studio Suites
- Studio Suites enjoy an open plan design
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Deluxe Studio Suites
- Deluxe Studio Suites are found in the Green Park and Helmsley wings.
- They’re a perfect choice for families travelling with children.
- Size: from 40 m2 / 431 ft2
- King-sized or twin beds
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spacious sitting areas
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
- Luxury toiletries
- Ipod dock
Deluxe Studio Suites
Deluxe Studio Suites
Deluxe Studio Suites
Deluxe Studio Suites
Deluxe Studio Suites
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One Bed Room Suites
- These suites feature spacious bedrooms and a large separate open-plan lounge
- Many offer an inviting balcony
- Some also benefit from a personal wet bar.
- Size: from 40 m2 / 431 ft2
- King-sized or twin beds
- Free Wi-Fi
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
- Luxury toiletries
- Ipod dock
One Bed Room Suites
One Bed Room Suites
One Bed Room Suites
One Bed Room Suites
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Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
- Unwind in the bedroom or the open-plan sitting area
- Located in the hotel’s Main Building and Green Park areas
- Some suites benefit from an inviting balcony.
- Size: from 40 m2 / 431 ft2
- King-sized or twin beds
- Free Wi-Fi
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
- Luxury toiletries
- Ipod dock
Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
- Unwind in the bedroom or the open-plan sitting area
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Garden Cottage Suites
- Each Garden Cottage Suite sits behind a scented rose garden, enclosed by a picket fence
- Interiors boast toile wallpaper, Venetian mirrors and oversized couches.
- They’re an idyllic romantic hideaway for honeymooners or couples.
- Free Wi-Fi
- King-sized bed
- Spacious living areas
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
- Each Garden Cottage Suite sits behind a scented rose garden, enclosed by a picket fence
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Honey Suckle Cottage
- The two-bedroom suite is a light and lavish residence, formed from two neighbouring cottages.
- Decorated by interior designer Graham Viney, Indian prints and marble bathrooms
- King-sized bed
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spacious living areas
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
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Presidential Suite
- An entrance hall, plush bedroom, dining area, large lounge, wet bar and balcony with loungers make up this spacious haven.
- Leading interior designer Graham Viney has decorated the Presidential Suite in soft hues and luxurious silk fabrics
- Size: from 40 m2 / 431 ft2
- King-sized or twin beds
- Free Wi-Fi
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
- Luxury toiletries
- Ipod dock
Presidential Suit
Presidential Suite
Presidential Suite
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Accessible Suites
- The hotel offers two purpose-built, fully-accessible Junior Suites
- Bathrooms have wider doors, a low sink, a bath with handrails and an open-access shower.
- Size: from 40 m2 / 431 ft2
- King-sized or twin beds
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spacious sitting areas
- Marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower
- Luxury toiletries
- Ipod dock
Accessible Suites
- The hotel offers two purpose-built, fully-accessible Junior Suites
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Superior Rooms
Superior Rooms
Superior Rooms
Superior Rooms
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Junior Suites
Junior Suites
Junior Suites
Junior Suites
Junior Suites
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Deluxe Junior Suites
Deluxe Junior Suites
Deluxe Junior Suites
Deluxe Junior Suites
Deluxe Junior Suites
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Studio Suites
Studio Suites
Studio Suites
Studio Suites
Studio Suites
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Deluxe Studio Suites
Deluxe Studio Suites
Deluxe Studio Suites
Deluxe Studio Suites
Deluxe Studio Suites
Deluxe Studio Suites
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – One Bed Room Suites
One Bed Room Suites
One Bed Room Suites
One Bed Room Suites
One Bed Room Suites
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
Deluxe One Bed Room Suites
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Garden Cottage Suites
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Honey Suckle Cottage
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Presidential Suite
Presidential Suit
Presidential Suite
Presidential Suite
Restaurants
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Lord Nelson Restaurant
Soak up the old-world charm of this timeless dining room while savouring much-loved classics and impeccable service. The elegant, wood-panelled space dates from the hotel’s inauguration in 1899. It was here that, in 1994, President Nelson Mandela welcomed the world's leaders for the first World Economic Forum ever to be held on African soil. Admire the minstrels’ gallery and the pressed ceilings depicting the history of the British Empire’s South African colonies. Browse a menu of enduring favourites with a contemporary twist, such as Beef Wellington and Crêpes Suzette, served with flair by smartly uniformed staff.
Lord Nelson Restaurant
Lord Nelson Restaurant
Lord Nelson Restaurant
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Oasis Bistro
The restaurant offers an extensive Mediterranean-inspired buffet as well as an à la carte menu with an impressive selection of grilled meats and roasted line fish. Guests can also look forward to daily specials harvested from local markets.
Oasis Bistro
Oasis Bistro
Oasis Bistro
Oasis Bistro
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The Lounge
Afternoon Tea and light lunches are served daily in The Lounge, served in the lounge, on the terrace or around the garden fountain. Afternoon Tea is plated to the backdrop of a grand piano, as a silver tiered stand, glittering with sweet gems, is brought to your table. As for the brew itself, we offer an unparalleled selection of premium leaf and flowering teas from all over the world, as well as healthy local infusions.
The Lounge
The Lounge
The Lounge
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Planet Bar
The bar’s stylish celestial décor, quirky touches and comfy couches create a relaxing ambience, whether you’re people-watching from the terrace with a cocktail in the summer or curling up by the fire with a glass of red in the winter.
Planet Bar
Planet Bar
Planet Bar
Planet Bar
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Lord Nelson Restaurant
Lord Nelson Restaurant
Lord Nelson Restaurant
Lord Nelson Restaurant
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town – Oasis Bistro
Oasis Bistro
Oasis Bistro
Oasis Bistro
Oasis Bistro
Junior Guests
Younger guests will find plenty to occupy them at the Nellie and Nelson Activity Centre for three to 12-year-olds and the Teens’ Lounge for young adults. These supervised entertainment areas offer a wealth of activities, such as group games and storytelling, DVDs, Xbox and Nintendo Wii.
For family fun, the large main pool is heated to 28ºC and suitable for all ages.
Spa
Housed in three stylishly restored Victorian heritage homes, the serene spa offers rejuvenating rituals inspired by African healing techniques and nourishing botanicals. Choose from a blissful range of massages, body wraps, facials and bath soaks, as well as dedicated treatments for teenagers. Enjoy eight treatment rooms, a tranquil conservatory, plunge pool, steam bath and sauna.
Weddings
With its idyllic garden setting beneath iconic Table Mountain, Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is an exceptional venue for weddings and private gatherings. Say “I do” in the flower-filled gardens or a grand reception in the ballroom. The dedicated team is at your disposal to provide advice on everything from décor and menus to entertainment and photography—ensuring your celebration is a sparkling success
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