Cape Town, South Africa
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel
One of the reigning queens of Cape Town
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The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, is a timeless, authentic and sophisticated resort hotel located in the heart of Cape Town and is the perfect base for safari action and Cape exploration. Cape Town's graceful grand dame since 1899, affectionately nicknamed The Nellie, is a pink-faced colonial classic providing guests with spacious accommodation and traditional, polished service. The historic hotel forms a tranquil backdrop to the busy city with its nine acres of gardens at the foot of Table Mountain allowing guests to simply lounge by the pool, enjoy the extravagant, traditional afternoon tea or receive a treatment at the hotel's award-winning Librisa Spa.
Restaurants & Bars
Planet Restaurant - International cuisine
Oasis Bistro - Mediterranean-inspired dishes and local classes
Planet Bar - Located in the Planet Restaurant, the contemporary bar is a great place for signature cocktails and fine wines.
Afternoon Tea - Enjoy the famous afternoon-tea complete with traditional finger sandwiches and delectable desserts served with the signature Mount Nelson tea expertly blended from six teas served with polished, white-glove service in the lounge, terrace or around the garden fountain.