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Leisure Facilities

The Mount Nelson is famous for being one of the few city hotels in Cape Town to offer a wide range of leisure facilities —from sport and fitness to relaxation, health and beauty.
 
Swimming pools in Cape Town   Swimming Pools

There are two heated outdoor swimming pools: 
  • The Oasis Pool, one of the largest heated pools in South Africa, is ideal for families. Poolside service available year round. 
  • The Cottage Pool is located in a secluded spot and reserved for over-16s. Poolside service available from November to March.
 
Tennis in Cape Town   Tennis Courts

The hotel boasts two all-weather, floodlit tennis courts. Equipment can be borrowed from the Concierge Desk at no charge. Private lessons are available on request. We also offer cardio tennis—fun, high-energy workouts for all abilities.

                                                                                                              

 
Fitness Centre in Cape Town   Fitness Centre

The Mount Nelson's fitness centre is equipped with the latest cardiovascular and weight training equipment. A trainer is available for fitness assessments and programmes. Open daily, 07.00-21.00. 

Personal training facilities are available to hotel guests and the public. Professional tennis, golf and swimming coaches can be arranged on request. For more information call +27 (0)21 483 1904.
 
Yoga in Cape Town   Yoga Bliss

This intimate yoga studio, located beside Librisa Spa, offers group and individual sessions. Accredited ashtanga and vinyasa yoga practitioner Bella Ellis leads 75-minute classes that cater to all ages and abilities. 

Sessions are open to Mount Nelson Hotel guests and the public. 
Group classes: Mondays and Fridays at 07.00-08.15 and Thursdays at 18.00-19.15. 

For more information call +27 (0)21 483 1550; email librisa@mountnelson.co.za
 
Hair Salon in Cape Town   Headquarters Hair Salon

The locally popular hair salon offers a wide range of services, from cutting and colouring to conditioning and styling. Specialised de-stress and after sun-treatments are also available. 

The salon is open Monday to Friday 08.30-17.00 and Saturday 08.30-16.00. Closed Sundays. 

For more information call +27 (0)21 483 1906; email nic@hquarters.co.za
 
Children   The Nellie & Nelson Activity Centre

A colourful hive of activity, this centre for children aged 3 to 12 offers a range of educational games and toys, big-screen TV, blackboard wall, Nintendo Wii, beanbags and child-friendly furniture. Organised activities, from group games to storytelling, take place throughout the day.

Available to non-resident hotel guests at no extra charge when visiting Librisa Spa or any of our restaurants and bars. 

Open Monday to Friday, 14.30-17.30; Saturday & Sunday, 10.00-18.00 (closed 13.00-14.00 for lunch).
 
Teen Amenities at Mount Nelson Hotel   Teens’ Lounge

The lounge is the ideal place for young adults aged 12 to 18 to meet and have fun. Contemporary furniture, Xbox 360 games, a Nintendo Wii, a computer and big-screen TV provide a great entertainment space. 

Available to non-resident hotel guests at no extra charge when visiting Librisa Spa or any of our restaurants and bars. 

Open Monday to Friday, 14.30-17.30; Saturday & Sunday, 10.00-18.00 (closed 13.00-14.00 for lunch).
 

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