Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, offers luxurious 5-star accommodation and world-class service on a lush garden estate in the heart of the city.
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, offers world-class service and 5-star luxury from its lush garden estate in the city centre. A tranquil retreat, the hotel is a stone's throw from Company Gardens, allowing guests to enjoy the hotel's famous afternoon tea on the terrace or swim in one of the pools. Extensive wellness facilities, including a tennis court, are also available for a memorable stay.
Each of the Mount Nelson's accommodation wings offers its own character, with private gardens and facilities. Guests can order room service and take in the elegance of their 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 available to assist with requests. Couples particularly appreciate the location, rating it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Pool 1 - outdoor Free!
- Open all year
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
Pool 2 - outdoor Free!
- Open all year
- Adults only
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
Wellness
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Guest reviews· 9.6/10 (184)
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town consistently receives exceptional praise from guests, highlighting its status as one of Cape Town's premier accommodations. Reviewers frequently commend the hotel's "fabulous location, amenities, and grounds," often describing the experience as "pure luxury" and "opulence and class." The staff are a particular standout, repeatedly lauded as "brilliant" and "amazing," contributing significantly to what many describe as "the best hotel experience."
The hotel's commitment to "consistent excellence" is a recurring theme, with guests enjoying a "sublime stay." Beyond the luxurious environment, the Mount Nelson is also noted for being "absolutely perfect, especially with kids," suggesting a well-rounded appeal for various types of travelers. While specific concerns were not present in the provided reviews, the overwhelming sentiment points to a hotel that excels in delivering a high-quality, memorable experience across the board.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 9.8
- Staff
- 9.9
- Location
- 9.6
- Comfort
- 9.9
- Value for money
- 8.8
- Wi-Fi
- 9.9
- Breakfast
- 10.0
Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- 7 restaurants
- Bar
- Exceptional breakfast