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    Cape Town, South Africa

    Mount Nelson

    Exterior view of a grand pink hotel surrounded by trees with the flat-topped Table Mountain in the distance.

    The historic landmark hotel of Cape Town

    The Grand Dame, heritage property of Cape Town, Mount Nelson comes with bags of history and is widely considered one of the best hotels in South Africa. Located directly at the foot of Table Mountain, it’s set within expansive grounds with a collection of smaller buildings dotted throughout the gardens.

    Most rooms have been refurbished with a contemporary refresh, adding comfort and modern touches to the historic décor. The bar and restaurant have had a similar treatment making them a popular place to visit for Capetonians (a great sign for any hotel restaurant, particularly in the fickle and competitive Cape Town restaurant scene).

    With a vermiculture project, on-site beehives and locally produced organic vegetables, the hotel places strong emphasis on supporting the environment and local community.

    Mount Nelson is very much a location in itself. The large grounds sit just a short stroll away from downtown and also the Kloof Street Area, which is famous among locals for excellent new restaurants and boutiques. We especially recommend experiencing Afternoon Tea at Nelson (or Nellie, as it’s affectionately known), a Cape Town institution that’s very much worth trying.

    Highlights

    Enjoy afternoon tea in the light-filled lounge or on the terrace with tiered pastries, savouries and a variety of premium teas – often accompanied by live piano music

    Swim in one of two heated outdoor pools set within palm-lined gardens at the foot of Table Mountain

    Dine at The Red Room by Chefs Warehouse with its creative Pan-Asian tasting menu of bold flavours and refined small plates

    Embark on a chauffeured vintage sidecar adventure from the hotel to spectacular coastal drives or beaches like Bloubergstran

    Learn about seasonal ingredients and cooking techniques while interacting directly with the chefs, savouring a multi-course Chef’s Table experience in a private kitchen setting

    A pink veranda at Mount Nelson Cape Town with checkered floors and a white metal spiral staircase.
    Close-up from behind of two people sitting at the edge of a turquoise swimming pool on a sunny day.
    A pink vintage van on a driveway lined with tall palm trees leading to a white pillared entrance gate.
    View from a Mount Nelson balcony showing checkered floors, ornate white railings, and tall palm trees.
    Elegantly decorated lounge with olive walls, a large dark chandelier, patterned furniture, and many framed pictures.
    Elegant hotel room at Mount Nelson Cape Town with a large bed, botanical pillows, and a striped settee.
    Outdoor swimming pool looking towards a white building labeled Librisa Spa with pink hotel buildings in the background.
    A restaurant table set with white cloth and wine glasses next to a tall tropical plant and a stone fireplace.
    Lush green gardens and palm trees in front of the classic pink Mount Nelson hotel building with mountains behind.
    Classic hotel suite interior with a fireplace, arched mirror, and a small dining table over a blue striped rug.
    Sophisticated circular bar with a marble base, wooden chairs, and tiered glass shelving inside the Mount Nelson.
    Olive green room featuring a mid-century wooden console, a large portrait painting, and stylish white wall sconces.
    Rooftop terrace with checkered floors, white umbrella, and lounge chairs with Table Mountain in the background.
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