South Africa Accommodations: Mount Nelson Hotel

Mount Nelson Hotel ~ Classic 4 Hotel

The Mount Nelson Hotel, nestled at the foot of Table Mountain and set in nine acres of lush gardens, is one of Cape Town's most elegant hotels offering unparalleled tradition, history and luxury. First opening in 1899, the Mount Nelson Hotel was designed to emulate the finest in London, which was then the leading capital of refined hostelry. The reviews that followed the grand opening of the Mount Nelson claimed that the hotel surpassed all expectations and exceeded the comparison with its British rivals.

Amenities include: two all weather hard tennis courts on the hotel grounds, two heated pools, children's amenities & services, high tech gymnasium with personal trainers, spa & body care centre, hair salon, golf practice net on site, or enjoy a game at one of the many nearby golf courses. Guests have full access to all hotel facilities. Shuttle routes around Cape Town as well as other outdoor activities are available upon request.

The Mount Nelson Hotel boasts six individual wings, separated from the Main Hotel, each with its own unique character, private gardens and facilities. Superior Rooms are spacious and elegant - ideal for both leisure and business travelers.

Guests can comfortably be entertained in a mini-lounge area. 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.