Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.2
  • View
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Balcony
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping

This peaceful hotel offers stylish accommodations in Johannesburg’s suburb of Sandton. It features 2 swimming pools set within gardens, as well as 2 gourmet restaurants and a modern fitness center. Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers a free luxury shuttle service to and from Sandton City & Nelson Mandela Square, which has a direct link to O.R Tambo International Airport, 12 mi away. All guest rooms at Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton are decorated in an English country style and are equipped with air conditioning, a satellite TV and a safe. The private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries. Breakfast is served in The Conservatory Restaurant which has a garden terrace, and The Bull Run specializes in prime cuts of South African beef. There are several bars and lounges, including The Lords Bar and "Coffee on Twenty" offering on the go items. The Sandton City shopping center is 1969 feet from the hotel, and Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton Convention Center are both 2625 feet away. On-site car parking is available. The Conservatory, The Lords Bar and Coffee on Twenty are renovated features as off January 2021.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking on site
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • 3 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Protea Hotels by Marriott
Hotel chain/brand
Protea Hotels by Marriott

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Tseka
Malawi Malawi
“The location of the place is very convenient. Closer to Nelson Mandela Square. The breakfast was superb with a lot of variety.”
Kamhamba
Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
“The room service is exceptional. Its so efficient. Food from the Bullrun was nice, though some of the menu items were not available our whole stay, and we loved the variety on the breakfast. The housekeeping staff was nice and the some of the...”
Bester
South Africa South Africa
“The room was excellent. Very clean and tidy. No complaints from me.”
Maison
United States United States
“the rooms with balcony are spacious -including the bathroom. the staff are responsive and quick to help you. throughout the morning and afternoon, they provide complimentary still and sparkling water. the breakfast options are diverse and...”
Kkbbttbb
South Africa South Africa
“Location is perfect, close to restaurants and shopping areas”
Angela
United States United States
“The location was nice, I felt safe, and the hotel was clean.”
Jack
New Zealand New Zealand
“Well appointed rooms, friendly and helpful staff, clean and in an excellent location.”
Sheralee
United States United States
“Location to shops and fine dining. Very comfortable rooms/ beds.”
Judy
United States United States
“Breakfast was always delicious, and the staff was exceptionally personable and friendly.”
Cornelis
Mozambique Mozambique
“The Balalaika is like a home in Johannesburg. I have been coming to this hotel for more than 15 years already. It has a good location, good parking, nice restaurant, etc.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

3 Restaurants On Site
The Bull Run Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
The Conservatory
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast
  • Ambience
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
Coffee on Twenty
  • Cuisine
    Local • International • South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Dairy-free

Amenities of Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking on site
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • 3 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers a free luxury shuttle service to and from Sandton City, Nelson Mandela Square and Gautrain, which has a direct link to O.R Tambo International Airport, 12 mi away.

Please note that guests will be charged for 1 night in advance upon check-in.

Please note that the credit card used to book the accommodations will need to be presented upon check-in, as well as identification in the form of an ID book or passport.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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