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Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free local area shuttle and fitness centre

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Exterior
Reception
Outdoor pool
Lobby
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May

Explore the area

Map
Cnr Rudd Road And Corlett Drive, Illovo, Sandton, Gauteng, 2116
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sandton City Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Nelson Mandela Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
  • 7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Johannesburg

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers places you in the heart of Johannesburg, steps from The Wanderers Golf Club and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Sandton City Mall. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts and gym as well as access to basketball and racquetball/squash. 21410 square feet (1989 square metres) of event facilities include 19 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and coworking space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free RV/bus/truck parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Sandton hotel include Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rosebank Mall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Sandton Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 5 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 9 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wanderers Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Turn 'N Tender Illovo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hogshead - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Babylon the Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Parea Taverna - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers

Suburban hotel with free local area shuttle and fitness centre
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers offers its guests an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a fitness centre. 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 a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre, 19 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 21410 square feet (1989 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers. An area shuttle within 5 kilometres, A shopping centre shuttle and A train station pick-up shuttle are free. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers was completed in January 2020.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Johannesburg hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 229 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 21410 sq ft of conference space
  • 1989 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1999
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers offers 229 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 63-cm flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Microwaves, hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle up to 5 kilometres
  • Area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 235 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Big Apple Restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 19 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (21,410 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (61 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (99 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 63-cm flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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: from approximately ZAR 235 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 750 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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 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, debit cards and cash
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 credit 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. 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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Protea Hotel Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers
Protea Hotel Wanderers Johannesburg
Protea Wanderers
Protea Wanderers Johannesburg
Wanderers Protea Hotel
Protea Hotel Wanderers Sandton
Protea Wanderers Sandton
Protea Hotel Marriott Wanderers
Protea Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers Sandton
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers Hotel Sandton

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 22 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers on 9 May 2025 start from NZ$152.54, including 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.

Is parking available at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers?

Yep, Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers have a pool?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What makes Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as deep-soaking baths and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers.

Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers?

There is a golf course next to Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Wanderers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 408 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 408 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 408 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 408 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 408 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the propery, but the customer service was excellent. I am sorry that I cannot remember the young woman's name, but she went above and beyond to assist with whatever we needed. I highly recommend this hotel when traveling back to South Africa from the USA.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

donald

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend! Beautiful hotel and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nqobile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at the hotel but i never had a body wash on my first day but i asked the housekeeping they brought it immediately.. thank you for such an amazing service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Protea Hotel Wanderers 👍

Business trip - very good and efficient check- in. Staff wouldn’t do enough to assist, whether ay my request or just by offering in public areas.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zaheer

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zaheer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I previously stayed at this hotel in 2019. Then, as now, the hotel staff made our stay memorable. They were/are warm and friendly, and very helpful. While the hotel has had a facelift, it is the people who make a stay memorable or not. …
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very hospitable and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa, Albuquerque

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great place with easy access to the local Area. Shuttle bus was fantastic. Would def stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mamadou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The drivers, security and housekeeping were very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frieda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pedra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Standard rooms very basic and small

We were given a room that had 13 steps to go up to. No elevator no ramp. Unexpected. Very nice staff. Nice to have restaurant there. Minimal vegan options and nothing for breakfast but fruit. Unexpected as most places we have good have vegan options. Room super small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023