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Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

4.0 star property
Central Johannesburg hotel connected to a shopping centre, steps from The MARC

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2 outdoor pools
View from property
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Meeting facility
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers a luxurious retreat near The MARC and Nelson Mandela Square. Relax with a drink at the poolside bar, enjoy brunch or dinner at The Bull Run, or unwind in the steam room. With high-speed WiFi and 2 outdoor pools to choose from, this hotel is perfect for business travelers and families alike.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Room service
The current price is €73
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Room options

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (Balcony)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
20 Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng, 2196

What's nearby

  • Nelson Mandela Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sandton Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Montecasino - 13 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 9 min walk
  • Rosebank Station - 16 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saint - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Greenhouse bar 2.0 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cocoon Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar - Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Upscale hotel near Sandton Convention Centre
Located close to The MARC and Nelson Mandela Square, Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton provides a poolside bar, a corner/local shop and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. The on-site restaurant, The Bull Run, offers brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a shopping centre on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge) and self-parking (surcharge)
  • A reception hall, 8 meeting rooms and ATM/banking services
  • A ballroom, a computer station and a porter/bellboy
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 330 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as desk chairs and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services and satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered parking on site (ZAR 50 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 235 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Coffee on Twenty
  • Destination Lounge & Bar
  • Lords Bar
  • The Bull Run
  • The Conservatory

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Piano
  • Shopping centre
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1949
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 235 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 610 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.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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
Protea Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Protea Marriott Balalaika
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Sandton

Frequently asked questions

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton on 1 Nov 2025 start from €73.23, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton?

Self-parking is available for ZAR 50 per day.

What time is check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 610 per vehicle applies.

Where is Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton located?

Located in Sandton, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of The MARC, Sandton Convention Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. Sandton City Mall and University of Witwatersrand are also within 9 mi (15 km). Johannesburg Sandton Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 881 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 383 out of 881 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 881 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 881 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 881 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie Yovana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location - Sandton city mall close to the hotel, quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Great staff and convenient location. Like the gardens
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reception service was great, housekeeping needs to be more attentive, fresh towels usually have hair from other guests, floors are cleaned haphazardly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area, helpful staff.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff.. amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Sithembile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable property with very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Daphne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has easy access to a shopping mall, dining restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is conveniently located close to train, shopping and other dining. Clean rooms, excellent customer service throughout my stay. I would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean and has an excellent customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tremblay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just loved it a lot, I don't want to leave
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff! They are awesome! The layout was confusing, the staff had to direct me to my room multiple times.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Standards are always up
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Hemrish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good option
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wel beetje “posh”, maar goed als je van alle luxe houd. Let wel op restaurant direct aan hotel was wel echt prijzig.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property for a quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phatsimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the fact that the hotel is almost at the centre for all my actitivies of the trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent choix!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about this property, my only hiccup was a bill for the previous guest was placed in my bill.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good choice.

Excellent choice for Sandton. Charming help staff and good shuttle link to mall.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good option

Good option for Sandton.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good option for Sandton.

Very acceptable, well priced option in Sandton. Hotel runs a shuttle bus to the mall which is very handy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lu

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Front desk manager is so bad in discrimination

We requested early check in long time ago and were guaranteed to obtain a room for early check in. But even after 2:30 pm the room was said not ready, but actually it was cheating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025