Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
- View
- Garden
- Swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Balcony
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
About this property
This peaceful hotel offers stylish accommodations in Johannesburg’s suburb of Sandton. It features 2 swimming pools set within gardens, as well as 2 gourmet restaurants and a modern fitness center. Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers a free luxury shuttle service to and from Sandton City & Nelson Mandela Square, which has a direct link to O.R Tambo International Airport, 12 mi away. All guest rooms at Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton are decorated in an English country style and are equipped with air conditioning, a satellite TV and a safe. The private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries. Breakfast is served in The Conservatory Restaurant which has a garden terrace, and The Bull Run specializes in prime cuts of South African beef. There are several bars and lounges, including The Lords Bar and "Coffee on Twenty" offering on the go items. The Sandton City shopping center is 1969 feet from the hotel, and Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton Convention Center are both 2625 feet away. On-site car parking is available. The Conservatory, The Lords Bar and Coffee on Twenty are renovated features as off January 2021.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Parking on site
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
- 3 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sheralee
United States
“Location to shops and fine dining. Very comfortable rooms/ beds.” - Judy
United States
“Breakfast was always delicious, and the staff was exceptionally personable and friendly.” - Cornelis
Mozambique
“The Balalaika is like a home in Johannesburg. I have been coming to this hotel for more than 15 years already. It has a good location, good parking, nice restaurant, etc.” - Sertaç
Turkey
“Great Facility, kind staff, excellent restaurant and Lounges, very good breakfast” - Berninatraveller
Switzerland
“Large room. Lacation is goodwith a good shuttle to Sandton center (because of security reasons, hotel staff recommends to use it for the very short distance to Sandton center” - Maged
Yemen
“It was a marvelous experience. I like the food, the room, and the location.” - Andrews
Malawi
“The ambiance at the hotel is outstanding, making my partner and me feel at home. The frontline staff were exceptionally kind, friendly, helpful, and warm. Balalaika will likely remain my preferred choice when in Sandton.” - Carriegaty
United States
“The location of this hotel was perfect. The neighborhood was safe and had quite a few restaurants. The staff was very nice and eager to please. It's a well-kept property. The room was comfortable and large.” - Hill
China
“Hotel staff are really kind and helpful. Nice environment with backyard garden. Security is good. Walking distance to malls in Sandton.” - Hill
China
“Hotel staff is really helpful. Nice environment with backyard garden. Walking distance to Mandela Square.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- The Bull Run Restaurant
- CuisineInternational
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
- The Conservatory
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
- Coffee on Twenty
- CuisineLocal • International • South African
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine print
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.
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.
Please inform Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton 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.