About this property

Nestled on a lush garden estate in the heart of the city, this luxurious hotel is an icon of Cape Town and committed to excellent 5-star quality and service. Just a stone’s throw from Company Gardens, the Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town is a tranquil oasis in the bustling city center. Enjoy the hotel’s famous afternoon tea on the terrace or have a swim in one of the pools. Extensive wellness facilities, including a tennis court, ensure a truly memorable stay. Each of the Mount Nelson's accommodations wings has its own character, with private gardens and facilities. Order in room service and take in the elegance of your room. Marble bathrooms and specially designed furniture make each unit an exclusive retreat after a long day. Explore the city’s highlights, including Table Mountain and Robben Island. The multilingual concierge staff is happy to take care of your requests.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Belmond
Hotel chain/brand
Belmond

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • EarthCheck Certified
    EarthCheck Certified

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Fahd
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    Amazing property, amazing location and great staff!
  • Margaret
    United States United States
    I broke my ankle a few weeks before my trip to Cape Town. The Mount Nelson graciously offered a room that would work for me and my knee scooter and my 2 sisters. Our room was wonderful. The staff could not have been more helpful. The grounds...
  • Sarah
    United States United States
    We will come back! Top of the line. We did not want to leave.
  • Dina
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    the staff were exceptional, so friendly so helpful
  • Margery
    United States United States
    The old world charm, and the sophisticated crowd. It’s up there with any hotel in the world.
  • Gail
    United States United States
    staff attention to detail lovely grounds outstanding meals first class all the way
  • Jacobo
    Spain Spain
    The service was beyond excellent, and the hotel is stunning
  • Aylan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It is an incredible property but what really blew us away was the staff. Every single person we encountered was exceptional - friendly, considerate, helpful and anticipating our needs before we even knew we had them. We’ve never seen anything like...
  • Daria
    Russia Russia
    An incredibly atmospheric hotel with pleasant and helpful staff. I highly recommend it! :)
  • Jacob
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything!! The staff were the highlight, they are so friendly and go above & beyond to accommodate you. The grounds are breath taking, the breakfast buffet was incredible and the food at the other restaurants was amazing as well! The best hotel...

Hotel area info

Restaurants

6 Restaurants On Site
  • Oasis
    • Cuisine
      African • Mediterranean • Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Afternoon Tea in the Lounge
    • Cuisine
      British • Mediterranean • Local
    • Open for
      High tea
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Chefs Table
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Local • International • South African
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Lounge
    • Cuisine
      African • Chinese • British • Mediterranean • Middle Eastern • International
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Red Room
    • Cuisine
      Cantonese • Chinese • Indian • Indonesian • Japanese • Korean • Malaysian
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan
  • The Fountain by Planet Bar
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 780 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 1,580 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubUnionPay credit cardCash

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

The hotel will contact you to complete a credit authorization form in order to proceed with deposit payments as stipulated in the deposit policy.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town