Name: Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
Address: 76 Orange Street, Gardens, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa, 76 Orange Street, Western Cape, 8001, South Africa
Rating: 9.7

Sustainability certification

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

–Excellent location – show map

+85 photos

City view
Garden
Swimming pool
Free Wifi
Balcony
Free parking
Bath
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Key card access

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 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)
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
Superior Room 2 twin beds and 1 king bed
Deluxe Room 2 twin beds and 1 king bed
Junior Suite 1 king bed
Deluxe Junior Suite 1 king bed
Studio Suite 1 king bed
Deluxe Studio Suite 1 king bed
One-Bedroom Suite 1 king bed
Deluxe One Bedroom Suite 1 king bed
Garden Cottage Suite 1 king bed
Deluxe Garden Cottage Suite 1 king bed
Suite 1 king bed 1 king bed
Suite 1 king bed

Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

EarthCheck Certified

Guest reviews

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Free Wifi

See what guests loved the most:

Grasielle

Brazil

“The staff was amazing. Helped us in everything. Really in all. Food, rooms, informations.... Thank you”

Alya

United Arab Emirates

“The service was exceptional and the gym was amazing”

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...”

Raed

Saudi Arabia

“Mount Nelson exceeded all our expectations. The hospitality was exceptional from start to finish. We deeply appreciated the seamless airport and safari transfers, and the beautiful honeymoon suite preparation made us feel so special. The...”

Ben

United Kingdom

“Breakfast selection one of the best I have seen from a hotel of this type. Everything was available to a very high standard. Great breakfast area with outside terrace and view of the pool and garden. Staff were so friendly and engaging. Being...”

Julia

Nigeria

“Everything was exceptional. The staff were so responsive and professional. I had the best stay ever. I wish I stayed longer.”

Gillian

United Kingdom

“It’s expensive but it always delivers. My favourite place on earth.”

Jan

South Africa

“The breakfast was outstanding. So much to choose from and the best of the best quality.”

Lieza

United Kingdom

“Everything. Old colonial and new meet. Staff especially Sam(terrace) & Assanda(afternoon tea) who were just superb. Helpful and accommodating but also amazingly knowledgeable. Breakfast an absolute triumph. Choices and service second to none....”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

7 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

Amura by Ángel León

Cuisine
Spanish • South African
Open for
Lunch • Dinner
Ambience
Modern • Romantic
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

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 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

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.

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town