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Mount Nelson Hotel by Orient-Express

5.0 of 5
76 Orange Street | Gardens, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Bethlehem Pennsylvania
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Every thing about this hotel is amazing...rooms, food, service, its the only place to stay in Cape Town. ....and the afternoon tea is not to be missed. The hotel will also set up private tours of the cape and the wine area which are very well done. If you are going to Cape Town this is where you want to... More

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San Antonio, Texas
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8 hotel reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

This place is amazing. From the grounds, to the service...unbeatable. Wonderful spa. Amazing food. There is really nothing bad I can say about it. True elegance. A gem in cape town. I met some girlfriends here for a weekend...it reminded me of old Hollywood pulling into the place. Cape town should be on everyone's bucket list...and the hotel sets the... More

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Athens, Greece
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57 hotel reviews
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58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

This hotel is the reason I started writing reviews here in the first place. I just wanted to trace my travels all the way back to Nov 2009, when I traveled to Cape Town and stayed in this incredible establisment. Where do I begin: The hotel: Old style, colonial, incredible ambience, incredibly well kept, I don't have words. The public... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Had a wonderful stay at the Nelson as the gateway to our trip Namibia. Rooms were gorgeous, comfortable, spacious. Service was excellent, especially our hotel guide, Darrol Lee. Darrol took us on two major full day outings -- to the Cape of Good Hope and the wine country, I highly recommend both of these tours. Darrol was an excellent guide... More

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Biddenden, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

My partner and i recently stayed at the Mount Nelson Hotel prior to joining a cruise ship. Our stay was without doubt the highlight of our holiday. Your adherence to tradition combined with elegant old fashioned service makes the Mount Nelson an unforgettable experience. Thank you

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Cape Town
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

I rate this Hotel in my world's top 5. The atmosphere is always one of serenity, the staff friendly and welcoming and the Planet restaurant in one of, if not the best, in Cape Town - and that means it has some stiff competition. My recent visit was probably the most enjoyable ( as a Capetonian I visit regularly), with... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

If you only have a few days and you need to get away, treat yourself and book a stay at the Mount Nelson. Pure bliss and maybe I enjoyed it more, as we had just come from a five star hotel in Umhlanga, KZN where we did not experience the same level of service, genuine friendliness of the staff and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Dear Xavier and team, thank you for making my stay so special. The attention to details and the quality in the offering at the Mount Nelson is world class. I was on business and would love to return and enjoy a leisure visit at your property. The dinner in your Planet restaurant was world class, I will tell all my... More

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Boulder, CO
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

Back in the day, we were able to afford to stay at the Mount Nelson whenever we were in Cape Town and loved it. We decided to treat ourselves again after an absence of a half dozen years or so in April. I booked with their reservation department via email. Although they no longer had records of our earlier stays,... More

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Bakewell, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

We have stayed at the Mount Nelson on several occasions and my husband has known it since childhood. It is always our sanctuary In Cape Town. Wonderful staff, incredibly comfortable bedrooms and beautiful bathrooms. The staff go out of their way to make you feel special. We particularly love the atmsphere in the Planet Bar - so relaxing after work... More

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Also Known As:
Mount Nelson Cape Town
Hotel Mount Nelson
Mount Nelson Hotel By Orient-Express Cape Town, South Africa
Address: 76 Orange Street | Gardens, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Cape Town Central
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Business Hotels in Cape Town Central
#7 Romantic Hotels in Cape Town Central
#9 Family Hotels in Cape Town Central
#13 Luxury Hotels in Cape Town Central
Price Range: $$$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town, Mount Nelson Hotel offers easy access to all that’s happening in this dynamic city. Enjoying a superb location at the foot of Table Mountain, and just a short stroll from downtown, Mount Nelson Hotel offers the perfect combination of leafy tranquillity and contemporary buzz.Whether dining on exotic Cape cuisine, soaking up the sun on any of the stunning beaches nearby or getting ready to stroll down fashionable Kloof Street, guests have the ideal central base from which to discover this exhilarating city. ... more   less 
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