General:
"The Mount Nelson, reclining elegantly at the foot of Table Mountain, is Cape Town's grande dame. Far from being stuffy and traditional, it's a shooting oasis in nine acres of lush, well tended gardens". • THE INDEPENDENT, NOV 2003

Welcome to the Mount Nelson Hotel
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.

Location:
Cape Town
Cape Town is acclaimed as one of the world's most attractive cities. The Mount Nelson Hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the region's natural and cultural highlights, including Table Mountain, Cape Point and the beautiful Winelands. Our multilingual Concierge and transport teams will be happy to assist with all your transfer and touring needs.
Our Concierge's Guide offers a selection of information on attractions in Cape Town and places of interest within walking distance of the hotel.

DESTINATIONS GUIDE: NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
The Mount Nelson Hotel is situated in central Cape Town which is one of the top international destinations in the world & is filled with natural beauty & a rich variety of exciting activities.

The Cape Town Central area is situated at the foot of Table Mountain & includes the city beaches along the Atlantic seaboard. The Cape Town CBD (Central Business District) is a relatively small area, which allows for easy exploration on foot. All you need is a good pair of shoes, a map & a general sense of direction. To get to the beaches and surrounding suburbs you will need to use your own transport or public transport.

Cape Town City Centre has the Museum Mile, the Company Gardens, Greenmarket Square, St Georges Mall, the Bo-Kaap and much more. Numerous excellent hotels, loft apartments, trendy restaurants and bars can be found in the heart of the city and along the coast. Take a trip up Table Mountain; visit the V&A Waterfront, with over 270 stores, a wide selection of restaurants, art and craft markets, or make use of world-class conference and hotel facilities. Last, but not least, take the trip to Robben Island, the former home of Nelson Mandela.

Other Attractions include: Kloof Street; Millers Thumb; Manna Epicure; Kitime Eastern Eatery; Manolo; Zucca; Café Vespa; or a Historical walking tour of Cape Town.

Rooms:
Mount Nelson Hotel - The Hotel boasts four individual accommodation wings, each with its own unique character, private gardens and facilities.
Guest Information
The Mount Nelson Hotel boasts six individual wings, separated from the Main Hotel, each with its own unique character, private gardens and facilities. This arrangement provides guests with unparalleled privacy and seclusion, all with the spectacular backdrop of Table Mountain.

Each of the 57 suites and 144 bedrooms are individually furnished and provided with fully appointed private bathrooms. The rooms and suites are equipped with individually controlled air-conditioning units, a mini bar fridge, luxurious 100% cotton linen and non-allergenic foam pillows, padded hangers, opening windows, writing desks, mood lighting, satellite television, AM/FM clock radios, video recorders, electronic safes, two line touch-dial telephones, data ports for high speed internet access and voicemail and international plugs.

The luxurious bathrooms are furnished with toiletries, sewing kits, hairdryers, bathroom scales, shaver sockets and shaver mirrors.
Special facilities such as inter-leading rooms, paraplegic facilities, view requests - a choice of the gardens, Table Mountain, the swimming pool, private courtyard and private balconies are available on request.
Other services offered are daily newspapers, 24 hour medical support, bottled water, 24 hour in-room dining and on-site guest laundry. The bedrooms are serviced twice daily.

Food & Wine:
Dining at the Mount Nelson Hotel
Fine dining has long been a tradition at the Mount Nelson Hotel. We are proud to offer our guests a choice of venues, each with its own individual style, for you to enjoy the very best cuisine in Cape Town.

The Cape Colony is renowned for its cuisine, prepared with an abundance of fresh local produce and tantalizing spices to surprise and delight the palate. Mediterranean-style al fresco dining is offered in the Oasis Restaurant, and famous Afternoon Teas are served daily in the Lounge. Our stylish new bar, Planet, provides the perfect setting for sipping champagne and cocktails under the African night sky.

Special Features:
Celebrations at The Mount Nelson Hotel
The Mount Nelson Hotel's combination of grace, grandeur, modern facilities and exceptional location allows the hotel to cater for a range of functions - from major trade and corporate conferences, audio-visual presentations and exhibitions, formal banquets and weddings, to smaller board meetings and intimate cocktail parties.
The hotel is ideally equipped to cater for functions large or small, with minimum of fuss and a maximum of service. Function co-ordinators are experienced in the assisting in the planning in high profile corporate events, or small intimate cocktail functions.
The Banqueting department offers a "one stop shop" where service providers such as photographers, décor companies and event managers can be recommended.