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The Belmond Mount Nelson is the most venerable and best-known of all Cape Town hotels, with a wealth of history behind it. Originally built to house passengers from the Union Castle cruise liners, the British and Colonial heritage of the hotel shines through in the grand public rooms and classic, period furnished rooms.
The hotel sprawls over several buildings within seven acres of beautiful rose gardens and manicured lawns, creating a peaceful oasis in the heart of Cape Town. There are two heated swimming pools, and Librisa Spa which offers a range of holistic treatments.
From the colonial grandeur of the Planet Bar and restaurant, to the alfresco informality of the pool area, the facilities at the hotel are superb. The rooms match the public areas for style and are luxurious, boasting a fantastic mix of period furnishings with modern elegance and opulence. There are 209 rooms, spread across several wings and all include modern amenities such as digital safe, television, hair dryer and minibar.
As well as community projects, the Mount Nelson is leading the way in Cape Town in their adoption of environmental best practices, including water conservation, eco friendly gardening practices, energy saving initiatives and recycling. They have even set up beehives in their gardens to house the Cape Honeybee which is currently under threat.
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Tour ideas in Cape Town
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Belmond Mount Nelson as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
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Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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A journey aboard The Blue Train A journey aboard The Blue Train
A journey aboard The Blue Train
Travel between Pretoria and Cape Town aboard the Blue Train to experience one of South Africa鈥檚 finest rail journeys. You鈥檒l pass through mountains, farmland, and vineyards, pausing to explore old diamond-mining towns en route.
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A journey on Rovos Rail
Travel across Southern Africa in the restored trains of Rovos Rail. With several luxury journeys to choose from, you can explore the regions that most interest you in both comfort and style.
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Cape Town city tour
Take a guided tour of the 鈥淢other City鈥. You鈥檒l visit the Castle of Good Hope, the Parliament Buildings, and the brightly painted Bo-Kaap district for a grounding in the city鈥檚 history and culture, as well as riding the rotating cable car up to Table Mountain鈥檚 summit.
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Cape Town and nearby places
- Constantia 7 miles away
- The Cape Peninsula 23 miles away
- Stellenbosch 26 miles away
- The Winelands 34 miles away
- Paarl 35 miles away
- Franschhoek 41 miles away
- The Whale Coast 59 miles away
- Hermanus 59 miles away
- Langebaan 63 miles away
- De Kelders 70 miles away