Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town  

In the shadow of Table Mountain on a tranquil, garden estate in central Cape Town. Resort-style hotel and spa, roughly a 20-minute walk to the city center and about 20 minutes by car from the airport. Family-friendly and within easy reach of the city’s major sights and beaches.

Nearly 200 individually designed rooms and suites spread across six historic wings, set amid expansive gardens and ancient trees. Rooms offer marble bathrooms with separate baths and rainforest shower heads, widescreen TVs, DVD players, iPod docks, mini-bars and options for private balconies or courtyards on request. Expect classic-meets-contemporary décor and plenty of garden or Table Mountain views.

Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials. Two outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, a golf practice range and a fitness centre. Poolside bar and lounge, complimentary full breakfast served daily from 6:30–10:30, 24-hour room service, concierge and a complimentary shuttle within a 5 km radius. Lush gardens, sculptures and curated on-site activities like classic-car Winelands tours and fynbos sunset walks.

24-hour business centre and multiple meeting rooms for events and conferences. Complimentary high-speed wired and wireless internet in guestrooms and public areas, plus 24-hour concierge and room service. Accessible public areas and support for business events.

Multiple on-site restaurants and bars, including an option serving Asian cuisine and a poolside bar for relaxed evenings. Imaginative menus with regional touches and a complimentary full breakfast each morning. 24-hour room service keeps late arrivals and families well fed.