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Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

★★★★ Maude Street, Sandton, Johannesburg, ZA

8.4 guest rating· 2220 reviews

About this hotel

Stylish Accommodation and Serene Surroundings

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers a tranquil stay in the heart of Sandton. With 2 swimming pools nestled in lush gardens, 2 gourmet restaurants, and a modern fitness centre, guests can unwind in style.

Convenient Amenities and Services

Enjoy a complimentary luxury shuttle service to Sandton City & Nelson Mandela Square, with easy access to O.R Tambo International Airport. The elegantly decorated guest rooms feature modern amenities including air conditioning, satellite TV, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.

Dining and Entertainment

Indulge in a delicious breakfast at The Conservatory Restaurant or savor prime cuts of South African beef at The Bull Run. With various bars and lounges on-site, including The Heritage Lords Bar and "Coffee on Twenty," guests can relax and socialize in style.

Ready to experience luxury and convenience in Sandton? Book your stay at Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton today!

Rooms & rates

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Balcony)

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 2 · 55 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Room, 1 King Bed (View)

Sleeps 2 · 24 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Guest Room, 1 King

Sleeps 2 · 26 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Suite

Sleeps 2 · 48 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Two-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 4 · 55 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Twin Guest Room

Sleeps 2 · 26 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

King Guest Room with Garden View

Sleeps 2 · 26 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Barber/beauty shop
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  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Bike tours
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Happy hour
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Minimarket on site
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shallow end
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Walking tours
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Maude Street, Sandton, Johannesburg, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.42220 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great locationCleanliness issuesSlow check-in process
Cleanliness7.6
Service9.1
Location9.1
Room Quality8.1
Amenities8.1
Value for Money8.1

Guest review

10.0

The location, the staff, the stay - it was perfect.

Samantha · ZA · 2026-07-20

The best hotel you’ll ever find trust me ♥️

10.0

The best stay and very welcoming and friendly staff. The best service ever and very clean environment. I am definitely going back again ♥️

cassandrat0 · 2026-07-11

Exceptional

10.0

The room service was the best, the rooms are nice, clean and spacious...the reception staff is so friendly and welcoming. I loved their breakfast buffet, the variety of food to accommodate everyone

Traveler60505194033 · 2026-07-11

Good to know

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

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

Please note that the credit card used to book the accommodations will need to be presented upon check-in, as well as identification in the form of an ID book or passport.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Parking

Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs ZAR 50 per day.