Hotel Mount Nelson (Kapstadt) ... comfort and service, the Mount Nelson Hotel, an oasis of calm in the heart of the city, is one of Cape Town's most elegant properties offering unparalleled tradition, history and luxury. Location. Nestled at the foot of Table Mountain, this property is set in nine acres of lush gardens and is about 12 miles from the Cape Town International Airport. Situated close to the heart of the city, the hotel's location offers convenient access to the best of the Cape's attractions, from spectacular beaches and quaint harbourside villages to the beautiful wine lands. Rooms. The Mount Nelson Hotel provides guests with an unparalleled choice of accommodation with four unique wings, each with its own history, character, private gardens and facilities. Restaurant. The hotel offers a choice of venues, each with its own individual style, for you to enjoy the very best cuisine in Cape Town. The hotel's stylish new bar, Planet, provides the perfect setting for sipping champagne and cocktails under the African night sky. General. The hotel's combination of grace, grandeur, modern facilities and exceptional location allows it to cater for a range of functions, from major trade and corporate conferences, to formal banquets and intimate cocktail parties. During leisure, enjoy playing tennis on the two all weather hard tennis courts or take a dip in a choice of two heated pools.