Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel
South Africa
Mount Nelson brings Cape Town’s garden-hotel tradition to a setting below Table Mountain. Its familiar pink walls and landscaped grounds give the property a recognisable character, with quieter spaces to return to after exploring the city. Afternoon tea is one of the clearest reasons to spend time here. Served in the historic Lounge, it combines sweet and savoury food with an extensive loose-leaf tea collection, including the hotel’s own blend scented with rose petals. Dining also includes Amura, where chef Ángel León’s influence brings a focus on the sea. The contrast between contemporary restaurant ideas and long-established tea rituals gives guests different ways to experience the hotel. Mount Nelson is particularly appealing to travellers who enjoy a property with traditions that remain part of daily life. A stay allows time to explore those details, while even a single afternoon in the Lounge offers an introduction to its atmosphere.