Nestling at the foot of Table Mountain and set in nine acres of lush gardens, the Mount Nelson Hotel is one of Cape Town's most elegant hotels offering unparalleled tradition, history and luxury.

Our Heritage
The Mount Nelson Hotel, opened on the 6th of March 1899, was the fruit of the imagination and determination of shipping magnate Sir Donald Currie. The hotel was designed to emulate the finest in London which was then the leading capital of refined hostelry. The reviews which followed the grand opening of the Mount Nelson claimed that the hotel surpassed all expectations and exceeded the comparison with its British rivals.

The first visitors to the hotel were wealthy travellers - the European high society who were still enjoying the exploration fever which had taken hold earlier in the century, the nouveau riche and those in search of fame and fortune who recognised that up-and-coming Cape Town could offer a wealth of opportunities. It was a time when legends were born, nurtured and, occasionally, discredited on the verandah of the hotel.

Since then, the pursuit of modern comfort and convenience has led to the constant improvement of every aspect of the hotel. Today the Mount Nelson embraces the future with facilities such as modern communications services, a Business Centre, a gym, a health and beauty salon, two swimming pools and two tennis courts, both fine dining and a more relaxed al fresco dining experience, whilst continuing to embrace its heritage by maintaining traditions such as the famous sumptuous afternoon teas, Garden Walks with the Head Gardener and always offering friendly yet professional service.

Liesure Facilities
Enjoy playing tennis on the two all weather hard tennis courts in the hotel grounds, or take a dip in a choice of two heated pools.

Take advantage of our golf practice net on site, or enjoy a game at one of the many nearby golf courses.

Tone up in the hotel's gymnasium, or relax and enjoy the extensive beauty treatments in our body care centre and hair salon.

Guests have full access to all hotel facilities, including the high-tech gymnasium with personal trainers.

Running routes around Cape Town as well as other outdoor activities are available upon request.

Rooms & Suites
The Hotel boasts four individual accommodation wings, each with its own unique character, private gardens and facilities.

Superior Rooms
Our Superior Rooms are spacious and elegant – ideal for both leisure and business travellers.

Guests can comfortably be entertained in a mini-lounge area and a writing desk, complete with stationery, is ideal for catching up on correspondence. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom which vary in size depending on the location of the room; equipped with shower, bath, basin and lavatory. The rooms have a choice of twin or king sized beds.

Luxury Rooms
Our Luxury Rooms have an understated old-world charm, complemented by modern luxury for the discerning traveller.

They are larger in size than Superior Rooms, with more spacious sitting areas and en-suite bathrooms. Luxury Rooms also offer a choice of twin or king-size beds with a view choice of our magnificent gardens, Table Mountain or a balcony overlooking a tinkling fountain courtyard.

Junior Suites
For guests requiring more spacious accommodation, our Junior Suites comprise of a bedroom with a larger lounge area than our rooms. Some of the Junior Suites offer a separate lounge whilst others offer an open plan lounging area.

An option of twin or king-size beds are offered with the choice of views ranging from our landscaped gardens, Table Mountain, a private courtyard with fountain or a private garden overlooking one of the swimming pools.

Deluxe Suites
Our Deluxe Suites are larger than Executive Suites, with a separate living and dining area.

The Deluxe Suites, offer twin or king-size beds with, a private courtyard and a balcony overlooking a picturesque courtyard with fountain or a private garden overlooking one of the swimming pools. All the suites offer luxurious marble bathrooms with walk-in dressing rooms. A kitchenette / wet bar is provided with small microwave, washbasin and general kitchen utensils in selected suites.

Executive Suites
Our Executive Suites are grander and more distinctive than the Junior Suites, offering spacious open-plan lounges and dining areas.

With the option of twin or king-size beds and views of either Table Mountain or a courtyard fountain, all have private balconies with garden furniture. All the suites feature newly renovated, luxurious marble bathrooms with walk-in dressing rooms.

Luxury Suites
Our Luxury Suites offer grand living at its finest.

These magnificently furnished suites feature an entrance hall, large lounge, dining room and master bedroom with en-suite bathroom. They are all very spacious and have spectacular views of the garden, pool or Table Mountain. A guest cloakroom is provided and selected suites also have a wet bar with small microwave, hot plate, sink and general kitchen utensils.

Penthouse Suite
Graham Viney's theme of soft hues and silky luxurious fabrics is continued in the suite; using white, cream and grey as the main colours, which take their cue from the hand painted panels of framed scenic wallpaper.

The 1930’s light fittings have exquisite baccarat crystal drops and the desk is the original Louis-style desk from the hotel’s lounge when it first opened in 1899. Mercury glass bedside lamps and a Venetian mirror complete the romantic and decadently lavish interior.