Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa

About the hotel

Style
Iconic
Rooms
198

"The iconic Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is the rose-coloured grande dame of Cape Town, boasting elegant guestrooms, truly stellar dining and the city’s best spa."

Cape Town's iconic, rose-coloured grande dame, the Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, opened her doors in 1899 to welcome guests into her elegant interiors and immaculately groomed, dreamy gardens. Guests included Winston Churchill, John Lennon and Nelson Mandela, and she still attracts an A-listers and politicians alike.

Painted pink in 1918 to symbolise peace, visitors are still lured beyond the doorstep; they come to enjoy the hotel’s notorious and imaginative cuisine and the many facilities beneath the gaze of Table Mountain. Service is impeccable, and there are many restaurants, bars, shops and city sights just outside the gates.

Mount Nelson is a big hotel, where each of the 198 guestrooms and suites is individually styled and, while none of them offers sea or mountain views from the beds, the hotel is in a central, convenient location that makes life a dream come true. Just across the street are the Company Gardens through which a delightful stroll will take you past museums and...   Show more
Cape Town's iconic, rose-coloured grande dame, the Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, opened her doors in 1899 to welcome guests into her elegant interiors and immaculately groomed, dreamy gardens. Guests included Winston Churchill, John Lennon and Nelson Mandela, and she still attracts an A-listers and politicians alike.

Painted pink in 1918 to symbolise peace, visitors are still lured beyond the doorstep; they come to enjoy the hotel’s notorious and imaginative cuisine and the many facilities beneath the gaze of Table Mountain. Service is impeccable, and there are many restaurants, bars, shops and city sights just outside the gates.

Mount Nelson is a big hotel, where each of the 198 guestrooms and suites is individually styled and, while none of them offers sea or mountain views from the beds, the hotel is in a central, convenient location that makes life a dream come true. Just across the street are the Company Gardens through which a delightful stroll will take you past museums and shaded lawns and into the bustling city centre. Kloof Street, with its trendy restaurants and bars, couldn’t be closer.

Or you may decide to stay put (and who could blame you?), as here you’ll find the most wonderful spa in the city and the best pool area (there are two), too – not to mention the restaurants and bars. Wake up with the breakfast buffet at Oasis, or indulge in champagne and a lavish spread at the Sunday jazz brunch. Have a light lunch or afternoon tea in the lounge, but be sure to save room for the dim sum served in the opulent Red Room by Chef’s Warehouse and sundowners at Planet Bar.

It's important to note that the East Wing of the hotel is a better choice when it comes to choosing a room. London-based interior designer Inge Moore Muza Lab oversaw the renovations of these contemporary and understated rooms which are elegant, slick and very comfortable. Marble bathrooms don’t disappoint, but if you’re looking for the ultimate retreat, the Garden Cottage Suites, complete with their own picket fence, are very special indeed.

By all means, bring the kids. South Africans by nature are loving and warm (and tolerant), and the child-friendly facilities here – heated pool, teen room, toddler care and a spa menu for little girls – make this hotel a parents' dream. And while the little ones are off enjoying kid-friendly activities, adults can hit the tennis courts or join a yoga class in the gardens.

Hotel amenities

Air conditioning
Laundry/valet service
Restaurant
Room service
Wheelchair access
Lounges/bars
Children welcome
Business centre
Smoke-free property
Fitness centre
Internet complimentary
Parking complimentary
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Cape Town's iconic, rose-coloured grande dame, the Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, opened her doors in 1899 to welcome guests into her elegant interiors and immaculately groomed, dreamy gardens. Guests included Winston Churchill, John Lennon and Nelson Mandela, and she still attracts an A-listers and politicians alike....   Show more
Cape Town's iconic, rose-coloured grande dame, the Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, opened her doors in 1899 to welcome guests into her elegant interiors and immaculately groomed, dreamy gardens. Guests included Winston Churchill, John Lennon and Nelson Mandela, and she still attracts an A-listers and politicians alike.

Painted pink in 1918 to symbolise peace, visitors are still lured beyond the doorstep; they come to enjoy the hotel’s notorious and imaginative cuisine and the many facilities beneath the gaze of Table Mountain. Service is impeccable, and there are many restaurants, bars, shops and city sights just outside the gates.

Mount Nelson is a big hotel, where each of the 198 guestrooms and suites is individually styled and, while none of them offers sea or mountain views from the beds, the hotel is in a central, convenient location that makes life a dream come true. Just across the street are the Company Gardens through which a delightful stroll will take you past museums and shaded lawns and into the bustling city centre. Kloof Street, with its trendy restaurants and bars, couldn’t be closer.

Or you may decide to stay put (and who could blame you?), as here you’ll find the most wonderful spa in the city and the best pool area (there are two), too – not to mention the restaurants and bars. Wake up with the breakfast buffet at Oasis, or indulge in champagne and a lavish spread at the Sunday jazz brunch. Have a light lunch or afternoon tea in the lounge, but be sure to save room for the dim sum served in the opulent Red Room by Chef’s Warehouse and sundowners at Planet Bar.

It's important to note that the East Wing of the hotel is a better choice when it comes to choosing a room. London-based interior designer Inge Moore Muza Lab oversaw the renovations of these contemporary and understated rooms which are elegant, slick and very comfortable. Marble bathrooms don’t disappoint, but if you’re looking for the ultimate retreat, the Garden Cottage Suites, complete with their own picket fence, are very special indeed.

By all means, bring the kids. South Africans by nature are loving and warm (and tolerant), and the child-friendly facilities here – heated pool, teen room, toddler care and a spa menu for little girls – make this hotel a parents' dream. And while the little ones are off enjoying kid-friendly activities, adults can hit the tennis courts or join a yoga class in the gardens.

Hotel amenities

Air conditioning
Laundry/valet service
Restaurant
Room service
Wheelchair access
Lounges/bars
Children welcome
Business centre
Smoke-free property
Fitness centre
Internet complimentary
Parking complimentary
Show less

Room types

  • Deluxe Garden Cottage Suite

    • 68 m² / 732 ft²
    • King bed
    • Garden view

    Situated in a row of restored historic cottages adjacent to a secluded pool
    Each cottage sits behind a scented rose garden enclosed by a picket fence, ensuring a haven of peace and privacy

    Balcony or enclosed patio offers charming garden views

    Separate living and dining areas, working fireplace and a small library

    Kitchenette and wet bar

    Décor includes toile wallpaper, Venetian mirrors and oversized couches

    One king-size bed, duvet, pillow top mattress and luxury linens

    Marble bathrooms offer a bathtub, separate walk-in shower and walk-in dressing room

    Widescreen Smart TVs with international channels

    Fully stocked in-room bar and personal safe

    In-room climate control

    Complimentary wireless Internet access

    Large desk, IDD 2-line phones and voice mail
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
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  • Deluxe Junior Suite

    • 42 m² / 452 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Open plan junior suites with a spacious bedroom and lounge area

    Located on higher floors in the Main Hotel and Green Park Building

    Balcony or terrace

    Amazing views of Table Mountain or Lion’s Head or the hotel’s gardens

    Choice of one king or two twin beds, duvets, pillow top mattresses and luxury linens

    Full-size marble bathroom appointed with a bathtub and separate walk-in shower

    Some of these suites have a walk-in wardrobe

    Widescreen Smart TVs with international channels

    Fully stocked in-room bar and personal safe

    In-room climate control

    Complimentary wireless Internet access

    Large desk, IDD 2-line phones and voice mail

    Extra bed available on request
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

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  • Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

    • 68 m² / 732 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Deluxe One Bedroom Suites offer grand living at its finest

    Located in the Main Hotel and the Green Park Building

    Entrance hall, separate bedroom and large separate living area

    Elegantly decorated and magnificently furnished

    Panoramic views of the hotel gardens and Lion’s Head

    Walk-in closet with dressing room
    Choice of one king or two twin beds - some are poster beds, pillow top mattresses and luxury linens

    Luxurious marble bathroom

    Some of these suites have a balcony or a kitchenette

    Widescreen Smart TVs with international channels

    Fully stocked in-room bar and personal safe

    In-room climate control

    Complimentary wireless Internet access

    Large desk, IDD 2-line phones and voice mail
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

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    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

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  • Deluxe Room

    • 32 m² / 344 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Located in the Main Hotel, Green Park Building and the Oasis Building

    Larger than Superior Rooms, these well-appointed rooms offer a full-size bathroom
    Magnificent views of Table Mountain or the Oasis pool or the hotel’s splendid gardens

    Most Deluxe Rooms are appointed with a balcony or terrace
    Choice of one king or two twin beds with duvets, pillow top mattresses and luxury linens

    Large ensuite marble bathroom; many offer a separate bathtub and walk-in shower

    Large desk, IDD 2-line phones and voice mail

    Widescreen Smart TVs with international channels

    Fully stocked in-room bar and personal safe

    In-room climate control

    Complimentary wireless Internet access

    Extra bed available except rooms in Oasis Building
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

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    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

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  • Deluxe Studio Suite

    • 59 m² / 635 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Light and airy open plan suites with a large bedroom and spacious lounge area

    Located in the Helmsley and Green Park Buildings

    Offering more space than Studio Suites

    Views are of Table Mountain or Lion’s Head or hotel gardens

    Choice of one king or two twin beds, duvets, pillow top mattresses and luxury linens

    Luxurious marble bathroom with bathtub and separate walk-in shower

    Some suites offer a private balcony or terrace and a walk-in closet

    Widescreen Smart TVs with international channels

    Fully stocked in-room bar and personal safe

    In-room climate control

    Complimentary wireless Internet access

    Large desk, IDD 2-line phones and voice mail

    Extra bed available on request
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

    Become a Premium Member to reveal our VIP rate
    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

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  • Garden Cottage Suite

    • 46 m² / 495 ft²
    • King bed
    • Garden view

    Highly sought after, Garden Cottage Suites are havens of peace and privacy

    These historic cottages are located adjacent to a secluded pool and gardens
    Cottages feature a terrace behind a scented rose garden enclosed by a picket fence and enclosed patio

    Decorated with toile wallpaper, Venetian mirrors and oversized couches

    One king-size bed, some cottages feature romantic four-poster beds
    Glamorous marble bathrooms offer a shower over the bathtub plus a walk-in dressing room

    Working fireplace, kitchenette and a wet bar

    Separate living and dining areas plus a small library

    Widescreen Smart TVs with international channels

    Fully stocked in-room bar and personal safe

    In-room climate control

    Complimentary wireless Internet access

    Large desk, IDD 2-line phones and voice mail
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

    Become a Premium Member to reveal our VIP rate
    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
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  • Honeysickle Suite

    Honeysickle Suite
    • 96 m² / 1,033 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    The Honeysuckle Suite is one in a row of historic terraced houses, built around the 1890s

    Highly sought after by guests, Cottage Suites are especially ideal for long stays

    The Honeysuckle Suite was recently converted to a two-bedroom suite
    Cottages feature original trellised and furnished verandahs, a charming architectural set piece

    Views are of the Garden Cottage pool

    Redecorated by Graham Viney, with a light and charming classic design

    Décor offers contemporary striped carpets in the bedrooms and printed linen curtains

    Private flowering gardens, high ceilings, antiques and fine art

    Comfortable sitting area with sofa and working fireplaces

    Kitchenette with full-size refrigerator, oven, stove top and microwave oven

    Direct access to the hotel’s second heated swimming pool
    Bedding features two king bedrooms, each with a walk-in wardrobe and widescreen Smart TV
    Two marble bathrooms are each appointed with a bathtub and a separate walk-in rain shower

    Double wash basins, heated towels and luxury bath amenities

    Widescreen Smart TVs

    Complimentary WiFi

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

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  • Junior Suite

    • 39 m² / 420 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Located in the Main Hotel and Green Park Building

    Added space featuring an open-plan lounge area with comfortable seating

    Views are of the mountain or hotel gardens
    Choice of one king or two twin beds with duvets, pillow top mattresses and luxury linens

    Full-size marble bathroom with a bathtub and separate walk-in shower

    Some of these suites feature a balcony and a walk-in wardrobe

    Widescreen Smart TVs with international channels

    Fully stocked in-room bar and personal safe

    In-room climate control

    Complimentary wireless Internet access

    Large desk, IDD 2-line phones and voice mail

    Extra bed available on request
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

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  • One Bedroom Suite

    • 42 m² / 452 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Located in the Main Hotel

    These suites feature a large separate living area and a larger bathroom

    Views are of Table Mountain or the hotel’s gardens
    Large bedroom offers choice of 1 king or 2 twins with pillow top mattresses and luxury linens
    En-suite marble bathroom offers a bathtub, separate walk-in shower cabin and dressing room

    Some of these suites feature a private balcony or terrace and a walk-in closet

    Widescreen Smart TVs with international channels

    Fully stocked in-room bar and personal safe

    In-room climate control

    Complimentary wireless Internet access

    Large desk, IDD 2-line phones and voice mail

    Extra bed available on request
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

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  • Strelitzia Suite

    • 111 m² / 1,195 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    A soft-hued haven created by designer Graham Viney

    Fine silk fabrics, 1930s lights and Baccarat crystal

    Balcony with sunbeds

    Extra spacious separate living area

    Original 1899 writing desk

    Dining room

    Kitchenette

    Dressing room

    Premium pillows and luxury linens

    Marble bathroom with bathtub separate shower and designer bath amenities

    TV with international channels

    Fully stocked minibar

    In-room climate control

    Daily newspaper

    1 adult and 1 child extra bed available on request
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

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  • Studio Suite

    • 49 m² / 527 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Light and airy, Studio Suites are open plan and feature a spacious bedroom and lounge area. Views are of Table Mountain or the hotel's gardens.

    King size or two twin beds

    Living area

    Some offer a kitchenette

    Marble bathroom with separate shower

    Some have a balcony

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

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  • Superior Room

    • 25 m² / 269 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Located in both the Main Hotel and the Green Park Building
    Rooms in the Main building vary in size from 25-29m²; Green Park Building rooms are larger

    Views are of the hotel gardens or Table Mountain

    Perfect for solo travellers or as a child’s room

    Choice of one king or two twins with duvets, pillow top mattresses and luxury linens

    Marble bathrooms offer a shower only or shower over the bathtub and single vanity

    Some rooms offer a mini-lounge area and a balcony

    Large desk, IDD 2-line phones and voice mail

    Widescreen Smart TVs with international channels

    Fully stocked in-room bar and personal safe

    In-room climate control

    Complimentary wireless Internet access
    Pets are not accepted. Certified service animals for vision-impaired guests are welcome

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

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  • Thebe Magugu Signature Suite

    • 103 m² / 1,109 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Newly debuted, the Thebe Magugu Suite is a luxurious suite at Mount Nelson that provides an immersive portal into Thebe Magugu's artistic visions.
    The suite is a true Afro-Modernist sanctuary, where South African heritage meets Afro-English design sensibilities – both a space of beauty and a living testament to craftsmanship, storytelling and innovation.

    Conceived by local fashion designer Thebe Magugu
    An afro-modernist sanctuary, conceived as an immersive fusion of African heritage and English sensibilities
    Afro-Modernism transcends design and becomes a living narrative, offering a curated repository of craft and culture including overscale artworks
    Contemporary and traditional décor features a rich palette of invigorating greens, deep indigos, warm neutrals and earthy ochres

    Premium views include Lion’s Head, the hotel’s gardens and Palm Avenue

    Furnished balcony

    Bespoke art and antiques and hardwood flooring

    Sitting area separate from the bedroom

    Dining table for six guests, wet bar and guest powder room

    Sumptuous king-size bed with pillow top mattress and luxury linens

    Sleek marble bathroom appointed with a deep soak bathtub and separate walk-in shower

    Double wash basins, heated towels and upscale bath amenities

    Large Smart TV with international channels

    Complimentary high-speed WiFi, dual voltage and IDD phones

    Bottled water and a well-stocked personal bar

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

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