76 Orange St
021-483-1737
www.mountnelson.co.za
R3,500-6,200/room, breakfast included
wifi, secure parking, swimming pool
S 33 55.913 E 018 24.703
Mount Nelson is Cape Town's luxury stalwart with old-fashioned, 5-star service that will please the most demanding of guests. The classically furnished rooms, expansive lawn, terraced garden, and views of Table Mountain make this urban sanctuary one of the finest establishments in town. Amenities here are appropriately sumptuous, and include a yoga studio, day spa, two restaurants and the city's best high tea.