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Mount Nelson Hotel

Address: 76 Orange St., Gardens, Cape Town, 8001
Phone: 021/483-1000
www.mountnelson.co.za

Price range: $$$$
Location: Cape Town Central

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Fodor's Review:

This distinctive pink landmark is the grande dame of Cape Town. Since it opened its doors in 1899 to accommodate passengers just off the Union-Castle steamships, it has been the focal point of Cape social life. It retains a traditional charm and gentility that other luxury hotels often lack: afternoon tea is served in the lounge to piano accompaniment, the Planet Champagne Bar is very glam, and the staff almost outnumbers the guests. Rooms are decorated with fine antiques and fresh flowers and have an air of aristocracy about them. The hotel stands at the top of Government Avenue, but, surrounded as it is by 9 acres of manicured gardens, it might as well be in the country. Once a week the head gardener leads a guided tour through the magnificent gardens, and tea is served afterward. Very civilized! For peak season, December-March, it's advisable to book a year in advance.

Hotel Details: 145 rooms, 56 suites
In-room: safe, refrigerator, DVD, Wi-Fi.
In-hotel: 2 restaurants, room service, tennis courts, bar, children's programs, pools, gym, spa, laundry service, Internet terminal, Wi-Fi hotspot, parking (free).
Rate includes: Full breakfast
Credit Cards: AE, DC, MC, V