Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, Celebrated in Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers' Choice Awards 2025

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, is honoured to be recognised in Condé Nast Traveller (UK) Readers' Choice Awards 2025. The hotel has been placed 2nd in the 'Africa: Eastern & Southern' category, and is top city hotel in the region.

This accolade affirms Mount Nelson's place as Cape Town's most iconic sanctuary, where heritage and slow luxury meet the city's cultural pulse. Nestled beneath the gaze of Table Mountain, the hotel continues to bridge past and present, blending timeless charm with contemporary creativity, gastronomy and art.

“We are deeply honoured to receive this recognition,” says Patrick Fisher, General Manager of Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel. “This award is a testament to the passion and dedication of our Team, who delight in creating extraordinary moments for every guest. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Condé Nast Traveller and to their readers for this vote of confidence.”

This recognition sets the stage for an exciting new chapter at Mount Nelson, as the hotel prepares to unveil landmark experiences including Amura by Ángel León, the “Chef of the Sea” behind three Michelin-starred restaurant APONIENTE and the THEBE MAGUGU SUITE and MAGUGU HOUSE CAPE TOWN. These debuts will enrich The Nellie's legacy, reinforcing its position as a beacon of timeless hospitality and creative excellence in the heart of Cape Town.