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Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

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

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2 outdoor pools
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
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Meeting facility
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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20 Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng, 2196
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandton City Mall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandton Convention Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 517 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Garden view

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Johannesburg

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).

What's nearby

  • The MARC - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sandton City Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sandton Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

4-star hotel near The MARC, connected to a shopping center
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 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 8 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 0 square feet (0 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance 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
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 0 sq ft of conference space
  • 0 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1949
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers 330 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters. 43-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip 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 center shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered self 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

Things to do

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

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
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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 235 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 610 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.

You need to know

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • 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.

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

How close is Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton to the airport?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton is 22.5 mi (31-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton on Nov 25, 2025 start from $107.1, excluding 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.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton have an airport shuttle?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 610 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 235 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Montecasino (12-min drive) and Gold Reef City Casino (19-min drive) are nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for ZAR 50 per day.

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

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton features 2 outdoor pools.

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

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton is home to The Bull Run, which features brunch.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton to downtown Johannesburg?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton is 7 mi away from Johannesburg.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 887 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 384 out of 887 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 887 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 887 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 887 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Litsa

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phatsimo

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
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

Derek

Business traveler
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Gemma

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salende

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

horace

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

BETTY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lars

Business traveler
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

Melanie

Traveled with family
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy, Calgary

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Osaretin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024