Cape Town

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

A Belmond hotel. Rialto is a Belmond Bellini Club agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, is located in the vibrant, eclectic and cultural heart of Cape Town. Rich in history, the hotel has been welcoming visitors since 1899. The nine acre resort is an oasis of flowering gardens and rolling lawns, two heated swimming pools, two tennis courts and a glorious spa, all boasting magnificent views of iconic Table Mountain. A feast of dining options are offered, al fresco as well as in hidden storied spaces. Take just one step out of the hotel gates and discover the city's top attractions as well as authentic vibrant daily Cape Town city life.

76 Orange Street, Gardens, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

About Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

Insider tip

Enjoy great people-watching during the Afternoon Tea. Mount Nelson is tucked in a real neighborhood – poke around nearby shops and restaurants. –Eleanor Hardy Louisville, Kentucky

In the hotel’s own words

Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, is a lush oasis perfectly positioned in the heart of Cape Town. The iconic pink hotel has a rich heritage that is woven into the fabric of the city, and has been welcoming visitors since 1899.

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Seven separate historic wings make up the resort sprawling over nine acres of flowering gardens, ancient trees and rolling lawns, offering magnificent views of Table Mountain, Lion's Head and Devil’s Peak.

The hotel offers two large heated swimming pools, two floodlit tennis courts and a resident tennis coach, a children’s play centre with professional childminders and a glorious spa along with personal trainers and yoga classes. The hotel offers a feast of dining options, including the Chef’s Table restaurant in the heart of the kitchen, traditional Afternoon Tea in the lounge and conservatory, the poolside Oasis, The Red Room underground Pan-Asian restaurant, vibrant Planet Bar which spills out onto the terrace, The Fountain by Planet Bar and marine-inspired dining at Amura by Angel Leon and Sunday Jazz Brunches. On the doorstep of the property you will discover the city's top cultural attractions within walking distance; step out from the Kloof Street gate and you will find the place where Capetonians live and play, a street lined with bars, restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries and so much more. A mere ten minutes drive takes you to Cape Town’s famous white sandy beaches and just twenty minutes drive to the Cape’s oldest award-winning wineland estates.

Check into one of The Nellie’s pet-friendly rooms equipped with Chommies items,and explore the expansive grounds of Cape Town’s iconic inner city oasis with your travelling four-legged friend.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Belmond Bellini Club benefits, included

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Belmond Bellini Club is Belmond's invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $100-220 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity

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Rooms and suites

12 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
1Deluxe Room
Located in Main hotel, Oasis Wing and Green Park · Deluxe rooms include a lounge area and an en-suite bathroom. Connecting options to another deluxe room, which is perfect for families. Maximum occupancy 3 persons using 1 rollaway bed.
2Junior Suite
Located in Main Hotel and Green Park · For guests requiring more spacious accommodation, Junior Suites offer a bedroom with an open-plan lounge area. Views of Table Mountain or the hotel gardens. Connection options to another Junior Suite or a One Bedroom Suite. Maximum occupancy 3 persons using 1 rollaway bed.
3Deluxe Junior Suite
Located in Main Hotel and Green Park Wing · Deluxe Junior Suites are large open plan suites with a spacious bedroom and lounge area and a balcony or a terrace with garden or mountain views. These suites are perfect for families travelling with children. Maximum occupancy 3 persons using 1 rollaway bed.
Suites
4Studio Suite
Located in Green Park, Taunton House and Helmsley Wing · Light and airy, Studio Suites are open plan and feature a spacious bedroom and lounge area, a luxurious marble bathroom and views of Table Mountain or the hotel’s gardens. Maximum occupancy 3 persons using 1 rollaway bed.
5Deluxe Studio Suite
Situated in Green Park and Helmsley Wing · These large open plan suites feature a luxurious and spacious bathroom, balcony or a terrace with mountain or garden views. With added space, they’re a perfect choice for families travelling with children. Maximum occupancy 3 persons using 1 rollaway bed.
6One Bedroom Suite
Located in the Main Hotel, Green Park Wing, Taunton House and Hof Villa. · These suites feature spacious bedrooms and a large separate lounge area with views of either Table Mountain or the hotel gardens. Connecting options to a Superior Room, Deluxe Room or Junior Suite.
7Deluxe One Bedroom Suite
Located in Main Hotel, Green Park Wing, Hof Villa and Helmsley Wing. · Enjoy the luxury of space in these premium suites which have a separate living area and a large bathroom. The living room offers a sofa, a desk and a dining area. Maximum occupancy 4 persons using 2 rollaway beds or 1 rollaway and 1 cot.
8Signature Suite: Strelitzia
Located in Green Park Wing · Step into the Strelitzia Suite, a serene top-floor haven boasting awe-inspiring views of Table Mountain and Lion’s Head.
9Signature Suite: Thebe Magugu Suite
The Thebe Magugu Suite at Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, is an afro-modernist haven, conceived as an immersive fusion of African heritage and English sensibilities – meticulously woven together by local fashion designer Thebe Magugu's signature storytelling approach.
Villas
10Garden Cottage
Located in Garden Cottage Wing · A row of restored historic cottages adjacent to the secluded pool make up our sought after Garden Cottage Suites. Located behind a scented rose-garden, these suites are enclosed by a charming picket fence. Interiors boast toile wallpaper and elegant furnishings.
11Deluxe Garden Cottage
Located in Garden Cottage Wing · These magnificently furnished suites have an entrance hall, a large lounge with a fireplace and a dining room. The suite will either have its own private terrace or a balcony overlooking the pool and garden.
12Signature Suite: Honeysuckle Cottage
The Honeysuckle Suite is one in a row of historic terraced houses built in the 1890s, featuring an original trellised verandah. Overlooking the pool and resplendent with beautiful private flowering gardens, admire the sense of calm, the collection of antiques, and the direct access to a heated swimming pool.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Belmond Bellini Club always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100-220 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

Can my AI assistant book this hotel?

Yes. Connect Rialto to Claude or ChatGPT and ask for rates. You finish the booking on a secure Rialto page. Card details are not sent through the AI chat, so either you would approve the final checkout step and reconfirm all the information, or if you authorize your agent with Computer-Use permissions, it can fill out the checkout form as well.

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