The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, an oasis in the heart of vibrant Cape Town, has recently re-opened the historic Helmsley Wing Suites and the Garden Cottages after being redesigned by interior design firm Champalimaud.

The Helmsley suites at the top of Palm Avenue and the Garden Cottages with their attractive poolside setting have been designed to emulate the city’s Cape Dutch heritage, against the backdrop of Table Mountain.

The poolside Cottages were designed to feel like a private home within a resort, with a fresh, Victorian eye reflected through a palette of creams and blues. Each individual suite within the Helmsley Wing pays homage to its historical Cape-Dutch presence, with herringbone hardwood floors, geometric patterned drapery and rugs, a camel base and crown trim and dark chocolate doors and windows. Many of the artworks are by local contemporary artist Kurt Pio.

Since the hotel originally opened in 1899, the “Nellie” as locals endearingly call it, has been symbolic of traditional South African hospitality and a classic example of the great age of grand hotels.

To celebrate unveiling the newly renovated Helmsley Wing and Garden Cottages, Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel has introduced two offers. Families can book a Helmsley Suite at a special rate from $581 per room per night including breakfast starting April 1, 2015 through October 31, 2015; while couples can book a four-night package in a Garden Cottage from $744 per room per night, including sparkling wine, a five-course dinner and return airport transfers starting April 1, 2015 through December 19, 2015. Fo

Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, www.belmond.com