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4.7 out of 5

"The Courtyard was beautiful. Staff was courteous excellent service. " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 27 Jan 2020

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Hotel Description

4-star hotel near The MARC, connected to a shopping center

City center retreat

You'll be steps from The MARC and within a 10-minute walk of Sandton Convention Centre with a stay at this Sandton hotel. Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall are also within half a mile (1 km).

2 outdoor pools

This hotel features 2 outdoor pools, a gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and airport shuttle. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool and perks like a free shopping center shuttle.

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
CA $82* Per night/room 10 May - 11 May

Room, 1 King Bed, View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 2 Single Beds, View

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Everyone (2)
5 out of 5
The Courtyard was beautiful. Staff was courteous excellent service.

Posted by on 27 Jan. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

28 Jan. 2020 by Debbie

Your positive comments are well received and we hope to welcome you back to our hotel in the near future. Best regards, Debbie Prinsloo, Marketing Manager

4 out of 5

Special environment and close to attractions

Special y nice environment is more excellent in Joburgo

Posted by , from Col on 3 Nov. 2015

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Mar. 2016 by Nozipho

Dear Cristhian Thank you for taking the time to write you positive feedback on Travelocity. This is very much appreciated. We look forward in welcoming you back again soon. Kind regards, Jörg Zwinscher General Manager & TEAM

5 out of 5

Wonderful hotel and staff.

Pros: Close restaurants, Free Internet, Quiet
The grounds are a tropical oasis in the middle of Sandton.

Posted by , from Dripping Springs, TX on 28 Oct. 2011

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Comment from Hotel Management

25 Sep. 2015 by Suzanne

Dear 'Tom940'. Thank you for your kind words. How wonderful that your all round stay was such a positive one. We look forward in welcoming you back to our 'little oasis' again soon. Kind regards, Jörg Zwinscher General Manager & TEAM

About the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Location 20 Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng 2196

Property Features

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, a steam room, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton. A shopping center shuttle and a train station pick-up service are free. For a fee, parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Johannesburg hotel.

  • 330 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1949
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Johannesburg Sandton Station (1.3 km / 0.8 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Free train station pick-up and shopping center shuttle; airport shuttle and area shuttle
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers 330 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Johannesburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Coffee maker
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton has a restaurant serving breakfast only.

24-hour room service is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 500.00 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 215 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 530 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Covered self parking fee: ZAR 50 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton Johannesburg
  • Protea Hotel Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
  • Protea Balalaika Sandton Johannesburg
  • Protea Balalaika Sandton
  • Protea Hotel Balalaika
  • Protea Balalaika
  • Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton Greater Johannesburg
  • Sandton Hotel Balalaika
  • Balalaika Hotel
  • Protea Hotel Johannesburg
  • Protea Hotel Marriott Balalaika
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  • Protea Marriott Balalaika
  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Hotel
  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Sandton

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National Rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

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