Hotel das Cataratas & Mount Nelson Hotel Represent Wonders of Nature

  • December 14, 2011
Hotel das Cataratas & Mount Nelson Hotel Represent Wonders of Nature
Orient-Express Hotels is pleased to welcome Iguassu Falls, home to Hotel das Cataratas, and Table Mountain, home to Mount Nelson Hotel, as part of the 'New 7 Wonders of Nature.'

The only hotel located within the Iguassu National Park, Hotel das Cataratas enjoys an unrivalled location just a short stroll from the sensational waterfalls. Guests enjoy exclusive access to this magnificent sight in the evening and at dawn, when the park is closed to other visitors. A Portuguese-colonial residence, this classic Orient-Express hotel is redolent with the atmosphere of lazy days lounging on a veranda or beneath sub-tropical palms.

Hotel das Cataratas offers a wide array of activities to allow guests to experience one of the world's natural wonders. Whether taking an educational walking tour through the park with the hotel's in-house ecologist guide, embarking on an invigorating rafting trip on the Iguassu River or even an aerial view of the spectacular waterfalls from the end of a rope or from the comfort of a helicopter, the hotel's in-house Iguassu Experiences specialist will help create memories to last a lifetime.

Mount Nelson Hotel

Located adjacent to Kloof Street in the heart of one of Cape Town's most happening neighborhoods, the awarded Mount Nelson Hotel perfectly combines rich history and sophistication with modern style and vivacious energy. Boasting the city's best location, guests can lie in their plush bed while taking in the breathtaking views of Table Mountain, soaring more than 3,560 feet above sea level. Mount Nelson Hotel offers an opportunity for families to relax, enjoy and explore together with an exceptional Family Package. Take in the view of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain with four experiential tickets and complimentary transfer service in the hotels eco-friendly Prius cars. Parents can enjoy some alone time or romantic dinner with a four-hour babysitting service and Children's Room Service Dinner for two.

Home to Cape Town's newest hot-spot – The Planet Restaurant – Mount Nelson invites guests on a gastronomic journey of discovery guaranteed to delight the most discerning palate. One of the city's premiere lounges and a favorite of Capetonians and celebrities alike, the Planet Bar serves an eclectic assortment of Champagnes, local and international wines as well as exotic cocktails under a twinkling fibre optic Milky Way, the orrery, or al fresco beneath the starry African night sky.