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Protea Hotel Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Johannesburg, South Africa

20 Maude Street Sandown Sandton, 2146

8.2Rating
ExcellentRated by Guests
786Reviews

What to expect

Pros

  • 🌿Beautiful central garden oasis
  • 👍Friendly and helpful staff
  • 🍴Great restaurant choices nearby
  • 🏨Convenient location for business and leisure
  • 🤝Exceptional service and hospitality
  • 🍳Wonderful breakfast options
  • 🏊Lovely pool settings
  • 🛏️Comfortable beds and clean rooms
  • 🚌Convenient shuttle service
  • 🥩Great steak restaurant on-site

Cons

  • 🚪Rooms located far from reception
  • 🔊Poor soundproofing in rooms
  • 🔋Challenges with charging adaptors
  • 💸Issues with theft reported
  • 🔑Inconvenient room layout and design
  • 🚿Old and outdated bathrooms
  • 🛏️Bedside lights and fan not working in rooms
  • 👂Thin walls causing noise disturbances
  • 🛠️Property in need of refurbishment
  • 🛣️Long walking distances within the hotel

What this place has to offer

Things to do and ways to relaxFitness center, On-site entertainment, Pool with view, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Tours
Services and conveniencesConcierge, Daily housekeeping, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Laundry service, Luggage storage
Dining, drinking, and snackingGrocery delivery, Room service [24-hour]
Internet accessFree Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Wi-Fi in public areas
Languages spokenEnglish, Spanish, French, Portuguese

The 4-star Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Johannesburg. The hotel offers a high standard of service and amenities to suit the individual needs of all travelers. To be found at the hotel are 24-hour room service, free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour front desk, facilities for disabled guests, luggage storage. Some of the well-appointed guestrooms feature television LCD/plasma screen, complimentary instant coffee, complimentary tea, linens, mirror. Access to the hotel's fitness center, sauna, golf course (within 3 km), outdoor pool, garden will further enhance your satisfying stay. No matter what your reasons are for visiting Johannesburg, Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton will make you feel instantly at home.

Where you'll be sleeping

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46 m²

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1 king bed

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28 m²

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1 king bed

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1 king bed

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55 m²

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Room standard

1 double bed

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Protea Hotel Johannesburg Balalaika SandtonJohannesburg, South Africa

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