Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

Embrace tradition with iconic afternoon tea, served in the Lounge. With more than 60 carefully chosen fine, loose-leaf teas from across the globe, a unique coffee experience, and a sumptuous array of sweet and savoury delicacies, “tea at the Nellie” has become a much loved Cape Town tradition.  Available from Wednesday to Sunday, with seating slots at either 12pm or 3pm.

Tuck into a wholesome buffet breakfast in the mornings with hot dishes like eggs benedict and grilled kippers. Through the summer months this is the perfect spot to linger over long lazy lunches including Cape Malay chicken curry, Saldanha Bay Oysters or crisp organic salads.

Cool, chic, yet timelessly elegant, Planet Bar buzzes year round with well-heeled Capetonians sipping sundowners or pre-dinner champagne. The bar’s stylish celestial décor and cosy seating create an intimate ambience. Whether you’re people watching from the terrace in summer or curling up by the fire with a glass of red in winter, this is the place to be.

Sink into a plush seat in contemporary lounge. An iconic space at Mount Nelson, the lounge has always been a place to gather, mingle and savour. Refresh with a tempting cocktail or dine on delicious specialities. This beautiful space plays host to afternoon tea as well as an all-day dining menu.

Inspired by Chef Liam Tomlin's journeys, The Red Room is an ode to Asia's irresistible flavours. Enter through an exclusive side entrance and down an evocatively lit stairway, entering a forgotten room shielded from time. Steaming baskets of dim sum and fragrant bowls of rice gem the rotating tables as mixologists create crystalline cocktails. Opt for small plates in the opulent bar, or a sharing plate feast in the sumptuous dining room. The stage is set for Cape Town’s best Pan-Asian dining experience.

Look forward to a spectacular evening meal on The Verandah. Choose from three-course à la carte menu with changing dishes every two weeks. This hyper-seasonal experience showcases the finest ingredients at their peak, with a symphony of flavors, textures and techniques. Booking essential, served daily from 6pm