Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
- City view
- Garden
- Swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Balcony
- Free parking
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
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
Most popular amenities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa
- Fitness center
- 6 restaurants
- Bar

Sustainability
- EarthCheck Certified
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Fahd
Saudi Arabia
“Amazing property, amazing location and great staff!” - Margaret
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
“We will come back! Top of the line. We did not want to leave.” - Dina
United Arab Emirates
“the staff were exceptional, so friendly so helpful” - Margery
United States
“The old world charm, and the sophisticated crowd. It’s up there with any hotel in the world.” - Gail
United States
“staff attention to detail lovely grounds outstanding meals first class all the way” - Jacobo
Spain
“The service was beyond excellent, and the hotel is stunning” - Aylan
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
“An incredibly atmospheric hotel with pleasant and helpful staff. I highly recommend it! :)” - Jacob
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
- Oasis
- CuisineAfrican • Mediterranean • Local • International
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Afternoon Tea in the Lounge
- CuisineBritish • Mediterranean • Local
- Open forHigh tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Chefs Table
- CuisineMediterranean • Local • International • South African
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- The Lounge
- CuisineAfrican • Chinese • British • Mediterranean • Middle Eastern • International
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- The Red Room
- CuisineCantonese • Chinese • Indian • Indonesian • Japanese • Korean • Malaysian
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceRomantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
- The Fountain by Planet Bar
- CuisineItalian
- Open forLunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
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
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.





The fine print
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.