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Protea Hotel Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Gauteng- Johannesburg · South Africa

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8.4/10Excellent943 Reviews
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About Protea Hotel Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a steam room and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and shopping on site.

If you'd like to spend the day shopping, you can hop on the complimentary shuttle. Stop by the hotel's restaurant, The Bull Run, for lunch, dinner, or brunch. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service is provided.

Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Johannesburg?

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With a stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, you'll be centrally located in Johannesburg, steps from The MARC and within a 10-minute walk of Sandton Convention Centre. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Sandton City Mall and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Nelson Mandela Square.

Make yourself at home in one of the 330 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Johannesburg? This hotel has 0 square feet (0 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 8 meeting rooms.

A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Transportation services
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Noise-free rooms not guaranteed Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • Deposit: ZAR 500.00 per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • 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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 245 per person
    • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 690 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
    • Covered self parking fee: ZAR 50 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Portuguese

    English

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

The MARC 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Johannesburg Stock Exchange 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Sandton Convention Centre 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Nelson Mandela Square 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Sandton City Mall 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Peacemaker Museum 1 km / 0.6 mi
Morningside Mediclinic 1.6 km / 1 mi
Melrose Arch Shopping Centre 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Hyde Park Corner 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
The Wanderers Golf Club 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Wanderers Stadium 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Dunkeld West Shopping Centre 5 km / 3.1 mi
Rivonia Village 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Delta Park 5.9 km / 3.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Year of most recent renovation: 2005
  • Total number of rooms: 330
  • Number of floors (main building): 5
  • Number of floors (annexe): 3
  • Suites: 26
  • Studios: 4
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  • City centre
  • Golf course
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Local and international calls
  • Transfer serviceExtra charge
  • Secure parking
  • Valet parking
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Medical service
  • Babysitting service
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Bellboy service
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Cloakroom
  • Lift access
  • Shop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Gym
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Dining area
  • Clothes dryer
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Highchairs
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Banquet hall
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • ProjectorExtra charge
  • Printer
  • PhotocopierExtra charge
  • Business centre
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Children playground
  • TV lounge
  • Pub
  • Sauna
  • Steam bath
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Special dietary options
  • Snacks
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Fitness
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  • Double or Twin KING SIZE BEDDouble or Twin • KING SIZE BEDDBT.KG

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin KING SIZE BED

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    Double or Twin
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBT.KG

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  • DOUBLE WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • WITH VIEWSDBL.WV-1

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    DOUBLE
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    WITH VIEWS

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    DOUBLE WITH VIEWS

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    DOUBLE
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    WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: DBL.WV-1

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  • Double or Twin GARDEN VIEWDouble or Twin • GARDEN VIEWDBT.GV

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    GARDEN VIEW

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    Double or Twin GARDEN VIEW

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    Double or Twin
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    GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: DBT.GV

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  • SUITE GARDEN VIEW KING BEDSUITE • GARDEN VIEW KING BED • 1 Bedroom • 28 m²SUI.GV-KG
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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    28 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
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    GARDEN VIEW KING BED

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    Room amenities

    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Bathtub
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Fridge
    • Mini fridge
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    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Safe
    • Terrace
    • Wake-up service
    • Cot on demand
    • Turndown service
    • 220V power supply
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Make-up mirror
    • Satellite TV
    • Plug adaptor
    • Housekeeping
    • Electric Kettle

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Minibar
    • Wi-fi

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    SUITE GARDEN VIEW KING BED

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    28 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.GV-KG

    Room amenities

    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Bathtub
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Fridge
    • Mini fridge
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Safe
    • Terrace
    • Wake-up service
    • Cot on demand
    • Turndown service
    • 220V power supply
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Make-up mirror
    • Satellite TV
    • Plug adaptor
    • Housekeeping
    • Electric Kettle

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Minibar
    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEWDOUBLE • GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEWDBL.GR-GV

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEW

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    DOUBLE GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.GR-GV

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • DOUBLE GUEST ROOM KING BEDDOUBLE • GUEST ROOM KING BEDDBL.GR-KG

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    GUEST ROOM KING BED

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    DOUBLE GUEST ROOM KING BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    GUEST ROOM KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.GR-KG

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  • SUITE ONE BEDSUITE • ONE BEDSUI.1B

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    ONE BED

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    SUITE ONE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    ONE BED

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    Room code: SUI.1B

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  • TWIN GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEWTWIN • GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEWTWN.GR-GV

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEW

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    TWIN GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: TWN.GR-GV

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  • Room GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEWRoom • GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEWROO.GR-GV

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEW

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    Room GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEW

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    GUEST ROOM GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: ROO.GR-GV

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  • SUITE GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOMSUITE • GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOMSUI.B1-GV

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM

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    SUITE GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: SUI.B1-GV

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  • SUITE ONE BEDROOMSUITE • ONE BEDROOMSUI.B1

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    ONE BEDROOM

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    SUITE ONE BEDROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: SUI.B1

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  • Room WITH VIEWSRoom • WITH VIEWSROO.WV

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    WITH VIEWS

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    Room WITH VIEWS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: ROO.WV

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    STANDARD

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    SUITE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • DOUBLE GARDEN VIEWDOUBLE • GARDEN VIEWDBL.GV

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    GARDEN VIEW

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    DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW

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    DOUBLE
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    GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.GV

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDSUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDSUI.QN

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    SUITE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: SUI.QN

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    STANDARD

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    Room STANDARD

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  • SUITE KING BED TWO BEDROOMSSUITE • KING BED TWO BEDROOMS • 2 Bedrooms • 48 m²SUI.B2-KG
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    King-size bed 150-183 width
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    2
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    KING BED TWO BEDROOMS

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    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
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    • Terrace
    • Wake-up service
    • Cot on demand
    • Turndown service
    • 220V power supply
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Make-up mirror
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    King-size bed 150-183 width
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    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Bathtub
    • Hairdryer
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    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Safe
    • Terrace
    • Wake-up service
    • Cot on demand
    • Turndown service
    • 220V power supply
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Make-up mirror
    • Satellite TV
    • Plug adaptor
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  • SINGLE GARDEN VIEWSINGLE • GARDEN VIEWSGL.GV

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  • SUITE KING BED ONE BEDROOMSUITE • KING BED ONE BEDROOM • 1 Bedroom • 55 m²SUI.B1-KG
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    55 m²
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    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
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    1
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    KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    • Satellite TV
    • Plug adaptor
    • Desk
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Toiletries
    • Make-up mirror

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    King-size bed 150-183 width
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    Room code: SUI.B1-KG

    Room amenities

    • 220V power supply
    • Turndown service
    • Cot on demand
    • Wake-up service
    • Terrace
    • Safe
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Carpeted floors
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Mini fridge
    • Fridge
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Housekeeping
    • Electric Kettle
    • Satellite TV
    • Plug adaptor
    • Desk
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Toiletries
    • Make-up mirror

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Protea Hotel Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

8.4
Excellent
943 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.0 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.8 /10
Quality
8.0 /10
Value
8.0 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2026
Corrin
Iconic Sandton hotel. Calm, leafy and located walking distance from everything in Sandton
Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2026
Hang
Lovely stay
Business
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2026
Sazini
Great place to stay , amazing staff.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
23 Apr 2026
Steven
This hotel is very convenient to me when I visit Johannesburg, however they are consistently let down by the poor attitude from the reception staff. Every request is greeted with a lack of enthusiasm, a surly uninterested attitude and an apparent desire to say no. Compare this to the team in the adjacent restaurant, the Bull Run, who are friendly and keen to provide service it makes you think the hotel should spend a bit more and recruit better staff.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Isobel
Beautiful, impeccably maintained property in a convenient and pleasant location. Everything was perfect. The staff without exception could not have been more helpful and welcoming including Cynthia who checked us in efficiently and was able to answer all of our questions. We really enjoyed our dinner at the Bull Run which is the hotel restaurant. Will definitely return!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
Jacki
Yes
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2026
Jeremy
While this isn’t the most luxurious or contemporary hotel, it feels very homely and public spaces are charming - as are the staff, who made us feel vsry welcome.
Business
8/10
Excellent
11 Feb 2026
Mark
The shuttle bus driver was so lovely! Door men were helpful in regards to tours and baggage. Reception staff could learn a lot from them in regards to being friendly, professional and kind.
8/10
Excellent
10 Feb 2026
Lorna
Not a holiday hotel but a business hotel with excellent links to mall and train station.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Feb 2026
Lorna
It’s not a holiday hotel, being in the centre of Sandton. We have stayed here many times and use it as a staging post. It’s a bit dated but the location is excellent with a shuttle bus to the nearby mall and/or train station.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2026
Musole
The room was spotless and staff were very good and helpful.
Business_and_leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2026
Nelumbu
Yes 👏
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
Said
Always good to be back in balalaika.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
Ricardo
Good location and comfortable stay
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2025
Tori
My husband and I loved our stay here
Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Omotayo
This was my first time and wasnt sure what to expect but i was very impressed with the staff and the whole ambience.
Staff were very friendly without been in your face. I will definitely recommend it.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
Sandra
Excellent staff, customer service, upgraded room (thank you Onica) and help with bags (thank you Gift)

From Sandy - room 2163 :)
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2025
DAVID
Staff, amenities, clean room
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2025
DAVID
The staff, the service and the place amazing
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
PRISCA
Breakfast at my own convenience
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
31 Oct 2025
Amanda
beautiful place
8/10
Excellent
23 Oct 2025
Hemrish
Overall a good option
Business Self
4/10
Poor
21 Sep 2025
David

Non flexible attitude

We have not booked our visitors in this hotel for some time.
On this occasion I found the pricing at the hotel to be excessive and on asking being told that due to low availability prices have been increased.
This was a short notice extension of trip and expected some amicable assistance that was flatly being refused.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2025
Tremblay
Your reservation had a glitch
You posted the 15
When marriott posted full
I believe you might have a quota of room attributed
To Ex..so I promptly booked soon as I finish paying it showed up the16 try to cancel it and all of bunch of reservations showed up
I was on my way in the van with people who all witness it send an email right away to cancel or recitfy the date
This is when Expedia had no service ..
.fraudulous transaction on your behalf ruin my entire beautiful vacations
The staff at the Marriott tried
Expedia not reachable
Never
so we could Rectify expedia mistake and book with hotel waited in the lobby over 4 hours

And since there was 2 cancellation right in front og my very own eyes
I knew there was a room
But the guy at the reception told me the girl will take care of my room at the reception.

I will never never never use expedia again ruin my entire beautiful stay in SOUTH Africa

We talk with manager
Staff
But
No issu to accomadate me
I was out in the street basically
Bonvoy d9esnt work in South Africa

They finally reachef me in the bar esting at 21 hours to tell me they had a room they will fix every thing tomorrow go to bed mam.
No clim no soap.

The next morning when I came to pay the girl told me you only need to paid one day Marriott had fix the problem and send the recipe to Expedia

What a total night mare
I returned to that hotel because I had a lovely stayed.
EXPEDIA mistake ruined it.

10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2025
Jennifer
Loved the property for a quick stay.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2025
Phatsimo
I liked the fact that the hotel is almost at the centre for all my actitivies of the trip.
Business Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2025
Derek
Reception service was great, housekeeping needs to be more attentive, fresh towels usually have hair from other guests, floors are cleaned haphazardly.
Business
8/10
Excellent
24 Feb 2025
Nena
I love everything about this property, my only hiccup was a bill for the previous guest was placed in my bill.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Lorna

Good choice.

Excellent choice for Sandton. Charming help staff and good shuttle link to mall.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
Lorna

Good option

Good option for Sandton.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
Lorna

Good option for Sandton.

Very acceptable, well priced option in Sandton. Hotel runs a shuttle bus to the mall which is very handy.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Nov 2024
Lars

Nice hotel

Great staff and convenient location. Like the gardens
Business
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
Melanie
Great facility, friendly staff and delicious food. We were able to catch the hop on hop off bus just around the corner and access lots of sights that way. The hotel offers a shuttle service to Nelson Mandela Square, which was a nice bonus. Highly recommended this stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
Marie Yovana
Good location - Sandton city mall close to the hotel, quiet and clean
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
07 Nov 2024
Wendy
We certainly enjoyed this hotel’s location to nearby restaurants & shops. An added bonus was a free mall shuttle service. Our room was clean and spacious with a lovely view of the lush courtyard setting. Downsides: no early check in availability (especially for guests that have travelled more than 36 hours); no free coffee in the lobby; no free breakfast (especially for other guests in our group that paid for a premium suite).
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
Cate
I really liked the gardens. The staff were welcoming, and went the extra mile to help.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
11 Oct 2024
patricia
The garden is awesome
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2024
Velma
Excellent I have found my place to stay in Johannesburg
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
09 Sep 2024
galvin
Great location
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2024
Tim or Debra
Great property centrally located in Jberg. Convenient transportation available. Great employees. I'll be back.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2024
Delia
I love love love this place
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2024
Gabriel
Very nice
Business_and_leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 May 2024
Glenda
Staff was not friendly,
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2023
Madelyn
We stayed here on a long layover and between the comfortable beds and breakfast, it gave us everything we needed. The true highlight was the friendly staff, I’ve never had a more welcoming experience at a hotel.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Sep 2023
SUJEE

Safe and comfortable stay in Joburg

I liked the bed a lot, very comfy. But I thought there would be shower gown, not to mention more of amenities like shampoo and conditioner. They only offer a small soap bar, body cleanser, lotion and a shower cap.

Overall staffs were really kind, breakfast was also good (nothing special). Beautiful garden.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2023
Delia
I just loved it a lot, I don't want to leave
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2023
Allan
Exceptional hospitality by staff.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2023
Djole Goca
Airport pick up arranged in advance and we were picked up almost an hour later after i had to make a phone call. We were greeted by trainee at the hotel and she was absolutely fantastic ( I wish i remembered you name you beautiful young lady). Check out however was another issue. We had to leave early in the morning (driver showed up earlier then we were told at the time of our booking). First, they wanted to charge us for a drink we never had. It’s ok, people do make mistake but that person at the reception attitude was just wrong. After that issue was resolved, she said we need to pay taxes which we paid at the time of the booking. After that, we politely asked to get 2 croissants to go because we are going to miss our paid breakfast as tour guide messed up our pick up time. She said to wait another 5 min until restaurant is open. It was just one thing after another where it felt like she was vindictive and determined to get us somehow. She really ruined our day. I usually don’t bother with feedback but I had to express my disappointment in that person. I wish i remembered your name but I am sure your lovely manager will remember you and us as well. Otherwise hotel is amazing, location is superb.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2023
Sithembile
Comfortable property with very friendly staff
Business
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2023
Joe
Standards are always up
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2023
David
The happy hour appetizers were outstanding and the service was excellent.
Thank u,
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2023
Emmanuel
I loved the staff! They are awesome! The layout was confusing, the staff had to direct me to my room multiple times.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
08 Apr 2023
Daphne
The hotel has easy access to a shopping mall, dining restaurants.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2023
Lee
Has great character
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2023
Trisha
Great area, helpful staff.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2022
Anathi
The hotel is central and that’s why I always go back. The staff are amazing, always willing to assist.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2022
Verified traveler
Amazing staff.. amazing place
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2022
Jacques
The hotel has a very good steakhouse called the Bull Run. It serves excellent dishes.

It was disappointing that no bottle water was provided in the room.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Sep 2022
Veronica
This hotel is conveniently located close to train, shopping and other dining. Clean rooms, excellent customer service throughout my stay. I would come back.
Business_and_leisure Self
4/10
Poor
15 Sep 2022
Verified traveler
Breakfast was good. Location for Mandela square was good. Airport shuttle option was not very good. Was not communicated to call hotel in advance for pickup. Cost was very high and per person. Rental would have been much cheaper
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2022
Leah

Pleasant stay

Wonderful stay, comfortable room, amazing staff, excellent restaurant!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2022
Salvador
It is clean and has an excellent customer service.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2022
Kelly
Great location and safe. We had a 2 bedroom suite and it was very roomy and comfortable
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2022
Munyaradzi
Friendly and very accommodating staff. Close to all amenities. Loved the bar and the barmen.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Apr 2022
Pamela
I had a good room, thanks to the help of Emma, she seen my needs, with a disability, l cannot praise her enough. She also lnroduced me to the resturant after a long flight. And organised my transport to the Airport the next day . Thank you
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2022
Liselotte Franziska Agathe
The staff were very accommodating. I had a great time.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Jan 2022
Mweetwa
Everyone is super friendly and willing to help.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2021
Raban
Amazing famiy with welcoming staff
6/10
Pleasant
10 Oct 2021
Verified traveler
Though I was initially inconvenienced by being put in rooms that had malfunctioning equipment, the hotel made up for it by giving me a complementary night.
I certainly think highly of the service I was offered by the front office staff and management. I will give them another try when next I’m in Jhb.
Paying for parking was another downside for me.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2021
Melanie
The staff was very pleasant and accommodating. The room was neat and housekeeping did great job when servicing our room. We were on the first floor, so it was a little bit noisy above us. I liked the location, lots of shops and restaurants near by. Would definitely stay again when visiting The Sandton area.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
28 Sep 2021
Julian R Mulder

Room

There was a mix up with the family room
8/10
Excellent
21 Aug 2021
Anathi
I had a very long check in experience… I had to change rooms twice before I got to the room I finally slept in. After complaining about the smell of smoke in that first room the staff tried everything to make my stay comfortable.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2021
neil
Very nice stay
Business
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2021
Verified traveler
Friendly staff, courteous service
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
29 Apr 2021
Leonard

Stay here, but eat elsewhere.

Room surprisingly small but comfortable and very clean. Extremely comfortable bed and fantastic linen. Ideal for a short 2-3 day stay. Location perfect. The only draw back is the hotel restaurant, Bull Run. Dreadfully boring menu. Some nice standard items but by and large not recommended. Staff very friendly and helpful. I’ll definitely stay there again - and eat elsewhere.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2021
Kjeld

Traditional style and comfort hotel

Very comfortable and user friendly well located for restaurants and shops in Sandton Sq
Business Friends
8/10
Excellent
24 Dec 2020
Edith
A very good stay in the heart of Sandton. I loved lounging in the gardens which are an absolute asset to this property. Lovely stay overall
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Dec 2020
Anathi
Great hotel...great location. Also strict on Covid protocol.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
The Courtyard was beautiful. Staff was courteous excellent service.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
14 Jan 2020
Roberta
Rooms smell like old and bathrooms could be updated
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Very clean , it is quiet and the location is excellent
Close to Sandton City and shopping areas
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Jan 2020
Kastaki
Furniture is a bit out dated and need renivation. Room too. Very nice but needs renovation
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
02 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
this property is showing its age.. nothing really works, the only redeeming feature it's that the staff are very friendly and helpful.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Nov 2019
Zelda

Balalaika people are amazing

Always amazing service
Business
6/10
Pleasant
01 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Entrance and some of the common areas were of a very high standard - the room we had a \"suite\" was dark / dominated by a large desk and looked tired - swimming pools (both outdoor) looked like they needed cleaning
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2019
Owen

Needs updating but OK

Facilities are aged and in definite need to updating but over all the hotel is satisfactory.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
08 Oct 2019
gloria

excelent experience with Protea hotel

it was amazing
6/10
Pleasant
30 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
The service was good and the staff helpful. The breakfast buffet was very good too.

The property is awfully outdated. The building is so old that no amount of renovation could save it. The rooms were very small and looked like something out of the 20th century. Considering the rate which was comparable to other more modern hotels in the vicinity, it was a letdown.
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
25 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
- lack of facility security
- boring food menu
- noisy residents
- poor ac system in gym
- cheap bottled water /poor quality
- inconsistencies in cleaning rooms
- dirty dishes in hallways - room service
- overcharge of room from other resident bills
- reception manager was rude / poor customer service
- illegal taking of resident photos - a McDonald officer attending a conference was snapping photos of residents at the bar without permission
- shuttle service was late and inconsistent
- room keys failed several times
- dirty bathroom at checkin. I reported issue to room service. Took more that 4 hours to have janitor come over to clean the bathroom & toilet
- strangers and non-residents visit the hotel especially on weekends. played loud music; talking in high tones; dancing by the pool. such a nuisance and disturbance to other guests
- hotel room included free breakfast. it was pointless to be presented with a zero balance receipt to sign every morning I had breakfast. very unreasonable and inconveniencing
- hotel doesn't have free lounge or amenities for elite members.
- there is a walkway through the hotel basement. poses a security & safety risk
- swimming pool was dirty & not well maintained
- janitorial stuff interrupted guests while eating lunch. they decided to open sprinkler water that resulted in showering guests enjoying lunch
- hotel stuff and unprofessional; not friendly; not courteous
- hotel stuff communicate to guests in local language instead of English
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
They say first impression is lasting impression. Well my first impression of this hotel was just marvelous. The staff was so pleasant and helpful. I got there about three hours before check in, i was really tired. I asked if they could give me a room until my room was ready, well they searched and found me a room, and i was able to get some rest. Later they moved me into my regular room. Every where i went in the hotel the staff was fantastic. I recommend this hotel 100%.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Did not like the King bed that was two twin beds, it kept splitting apart if you moved to the middle where they were butted together
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
31 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Location is great, great restaurants in the area!!
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2019
HM

Lovely stay

I had a lovely stay in your beautiful hotel. The staff was friendly and the location is perfect.
2/10
Poor
24 May 2019
Tyler

Dated property, poor service!

The Protea hotel boost a storied legacy and a beautiful property in the middle of Sandton. However, the hotel is anything but luxury. Though the main areas of the hotel have been updated and are beautiful, the rooms are dated, dark and small. While i can overlook the dated rooms, it's the service that truly caught my attention. Marriott prides itself on its customer service, but clearly this hotel has not been trained in the Marriott tradition. From our very first entry into the hotel, a gaggle of porters sat idle as my family and i struggled with our bags, only after we walked aimlessly to the front desk were we able to get their attention. The front desk staff was no different. Though no other guest were in the vicinity, i struggled to get the attention of a guest relations member. When finally approached, i was quickly checked in, but only after being told that there were additional taxes being added to the room, as Hotels.com didn't include tourist tax (even though my prepaid booking clearly stated all taxes were included. Upon checkout i found that the hotel over charged the tourist tax, and struggled for them to reverse the charge. Overall the property was clean and in a good location, but the poor service and dated rooms are enough to keep me away.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2019
Zelda

Good value for money and great location!

Always love going there. Excellent value for money.
8/10
Excellent
24 Apr 2019
JJ

Great stay at very reasonable price

I enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The room may need a bit of an update in the future but all in all I was very happy.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
On entering the hotel for the first time that afternoon I knew I had chosen a quality hotel. The exquisite furnishing and cleanliness of this place as well as the professional staff stood out to me at once. I must also mention how much I appreciated a bottle of nice spring water that was waiting for me in my room when I arrived—I was very thirsty and wasted no time in taking a nice long drink from it. I was absolutely satisfied with my stay at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika. It is situated in a strategic location, just steps away from the Ned Bank, a police station, and a clean and attractive shopping centre with high security presence.
I found the staff at the hotel friendly and helpful and very professional. My room was very comfortable, quiet and clean. I slept like a baby; it was like a home away from home. My room overlooked a courtyard with a beautiful garden; it was very nice to wake up in the mornings to the sound of singing birds. There is even a room set aside for IRONING, which I thought was very thoughtful and convenient. I would definitely stay at this hotel again. Based on my experience in this hotel I give it a perfect ten.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Mar 2019
N&N
NICE HOTEL JUST OPPOSITE THERE IS NICE COFEE @STURBUCK FREE SHUTTLE TO MALL GO AND RETURN
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
11 Feb 2019
Jacques

Not the best option in the area

I booked 2 rooms at this hotel, mainly due to it being our wedding anniversary and I was looking for a hotel to spoil my wife with a spa bath and a good restaurant on-site. On check-in we were led to a suite without a spa bath. I specifically booked a suite with a spa bath. We were then moved to a suite with a spa bath. On inspection I found the spa bath not working and when I queried this with Reception I was advise \"it should work\". The AC also did not work as it only worked on \"Fan\" mode. The children stayed in a separate room and shortly after 8am the cleaning staff arrived and wanted to clean their room. Surely the cleaning staff should have a list of vacant rooms ready to be cleaned and not just pitch at random rooms for cleaning? The Bull Run restaurant was also a let down. We opted for the Lobster on the menu but were advised they were out of stock as was the pork belly. This hotel has a lot of potential but I am afraid that with all the competition in the immediate area they will probably not see me again.
Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Pros-The location was very good and the staff was kind, considerate and helpful. Valet parking was well done.

Cons-The rooms are dated, especially considering the price. This was the first Protea hotel I have ever stayed in that did not include breakfast as apart of the rate. This was very frustrating considering I was staying in a two bedroom suite with my children and don’t have the breakfast included to help them start their day.
Business Family_with_children

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