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Rouge on Rose Boutique Hotel vs Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Rouge on Rose. Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel scores 96 with positive reviews from 16 publications like Gayot, Frommer's and Rough Guide.
Rouge on Rose Boutique Hotel
Rough Guide
The Telegraph
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
25 Rose Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $98 /night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"Nine spanking-new suites in a Bo-Kaap guesthouse, each with basic self-catering and a lounge/diner."
The Telegraph
7.0
"Draws a mixed bag really, with guests attracted predominantly by the good-value rate, and delighted by the comfort it buys, as well as the owner’s warm and attentive assistance."
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Fodor's
"No matter, though, as the overall comfort and space, personalized service from the friendly owners, and proximity to numerous key attractions are why you are here. "
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Yet another great Bo-Kaap option, offering nine rustically chic rooms including suites (for no extra charge) with kitchenettes, lounges and lots of workspace."
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Frommer's
"A stay here rewards travelers with rich variety and, besides, the accommodations themselves are fantastic. Rooms are oversized and wonderfully styled."
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Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
Frommer's
Insight Guides
Concierge
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
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76 Orange Street, Gardens, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $496 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"Having opened its doors in 1899 to accommodate the passengers of the Union and Castle lines, this is the undisputed grande dame of colonial hotels."
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Insight Guides
"Traditionally one of the “Big Five” luxury hotels in Cape Town and still the grande dame of Cape Town’s historic hotels."
Concierge
"The colonial traditions of the century-old Mount Nelson Hotel will please anyone yearning for a quieter pace of life."
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Be sure to specify the size of the bed you want: Sometimes they push two singles together.
Lonely Planet
"The sugar-pink painted ‘Nellie’ recalls Cape Town’s colonial era with its chintz decor and doormen in pith helmets."
DK Eyewitness
"A colonial masterpiece and Cape Town’s most famous hotel, the “Pink Lady” is at the foot of Table Mountain."
