Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton, Johannesburg

Protea Hotel Balalaika

Hotel Protea Hotel Balalaika 4 class

Sandton, Johannesburg, Maud Street

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Ideally set in the heart of Sandton, ideal for guests seeking the best in quality and elegance, this privately owned 4-star hotel extends a cordial welcome to all travellers.

Maintaining the ultimate in comfort and style throughout its guest rooms, the Protea Hotel Balalaika offers an array of facilities and services. Start the day with a leisurely stroll through one of the hotel gardens, followed by a full English breakfast in The Colony Restaurant overlooking the grounds.

Both outdoor pools are nestled in beautifully landscaped gardens, making for a memorable afternoon swim. Read a book in front of the fireplace in the lounge or enjoy a speciality cocktail plus imported cigar at the bar. The state-of-the-art fitness centre features the latest gym equipment.

Rooms: 330
Rate: 800 - 2500 ZAR
Hotel chain: Protea Hotels

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Hotel information

Featuring the ultimate in comfort and style throughout its guestrooms, the Protea Hotel Balalaika offers an array of facilities and services. Begin the day with a leisurely stroll through one of the hotel’s garden, followed by a full English breakfast in the stylish Colony Restaurant. You can enjoy the breakfast on the terrace, overlooking the gardens.

Both the outdoor pools are nestled in a beautiful landscape, the ideal place for a memorable swim in the afternoon. You can read a book in front of the fireplace in the lounge or enjoy a special cocktail with an imported cigar at the renowned Lords Bar. The state of the art fitness centre features the latest in gym equipment. Ahead of a hearty dinner, you can unwind at the exquisite fine dining restaurant The Bull Run.

Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking , Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Garden, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Family Rooms, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Valet Parking, Heating, Luggage Storage, Shops in Hotel, Gay Friendly, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Airconditioning
Activities:   Sauna, Fitness Centre, Golf Course (within 3 km), Massage, Library, Outdoor Swimming Pool
Services:   Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Airport Shuttle, Business Centre, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Currency Exchange, Car Rental, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, ATM/Cash Machine on site

Room information

The Protea Hotel Balalaika boasts 330 newly refurbished rooms and is able to offer a range of different room types, to meet the request of a large group or of the leisure tourists. The ideal place for special moments.

Food & beverage

Relax and enjoy a hearty breakfast in the stylish Colony Restaurant located in the lobby of the Protea Hotel Balalaika. The excellent service will satisfy the most demanding tastes.
Whenever you wish to have a snack, the hotel boasts a 24hr room service menu with a wide variety of options to choose from.

Travel information

By car:

- Arriving at Johannesburg International Airport, follow the R24 in the
direction of Johannesburg.
- After approximately 10 km, take the N3 turn-off, direction of Pretoria.
- Pass the Linksfield and Modderfontein off-ramps.
- Take the Marlboro off-ramp, turning left at the set of traffic lights.
- Continue on Marlboro Drive, past the Shell service station, until you reach a T-junction.
- Turn left onto Katherine Street.
- Continue on Katherine Street until you reach the third set of traffic lights.
- Turn right onto Grayston Drive.
- Continue ahead until you get to the Grayston Drive/Rivonia Road junction.
- Turn left onto Rivonia Road and, at the second set of traffic lights, turn right
onto Maude Street.
- The village shopping centre should be on your left-hand side.
- Continue for approximately 100 metres.
- The Protea Hotel Balalaika is on your left-hand side.

Important information

Please remember to keep your valuables and passports out of sight, if possible in the safes provided.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   14:00-18:00
Check Out:   11:00
Cancellation policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
One child under 4 years stays free of charge in a baby cot.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: 100 percent of the first night will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
ZAR 0.00 service charge per stay is not included.
1 % city/tourist tax per person per night is not included.

Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and charges are applicable.

Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: Private parking is possible on site and charges are applicable.

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Diners Club, Euro/Mastercard, Visa