Iconic City Hotels of the World

Mount Nelson A Belmond Hotel The Pink Lady of Cape Town Iconic City Hotels of the World O pened in 1899, the Mount Nelson is the city’s most enduring luxury hotel. Painted pink in 1918 to celebrate the end of WorldWar I , this delightful hue is now synonymous with the hotel. Originally built to house well-heeled first class 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 has the very special luxury of wide, open spaces, considering its prime location in the centre of Cape Town and is considered a ‘city resort’. Contained within nine acres of beautiful rose gardens and manicured lawns, the hotel occupies a number of buildings spread across the grounds creating a peaceful retreat from the bustle of the city. And sitting in majesty behind the hotel the backdrop of Table Mountain adds iconic impact to the setting. An array of activities keeps all ages entertained, with two outdoor heated pools, a children’s club, painting classes, tennis coaching, and yoga. Explore the grounds or just settle back and enjoy the famous High Tea, it’s an experience not to be missed, either in the beautiful lounge or out on the terrace overlooking the gardens.. Nourish body and soul at Librisa Spa with African-inspired treatments. Indulge in chef Rudi Liebenberg’s cuisine at the hotel restaurant, or book seats at the Chef’s Table for interactive dining in the kitchen. Accommodation options include luxury rooms (some with balconies), spacious suites and romantic garden cottages that are particularly popular with honeymooners. The rooms in every building are slightly different, but what they have in common are generous proportions and a heritage feel with a contemporary twist. The eye-catching art in the rooms, and throughout the hotel, is all the work of South African artists.