Title: Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=178272&destination=Johannesburg%2C+Gauteng%2C+South+Africa&selected=178093&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Stylish retreat near Johannesburg's vibrant center offers delicious meals all day and impressive amenities, including convenient shopping access. ## Photo gallery for Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace - Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton (Sandton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/w3995h2667x0y0-4a7906e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lunch, dinner and brunch served - Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton (Sandton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/0a5ed0ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bars/lounges, poolside bar - Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton (Sandton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/6d5d6470.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 outdoor pools - Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton (Sandton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/8c3d6162.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lunch, dinner and brunch served - Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton (Sandton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/e010c57a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton offers a luxurious retreat near The MARC and Nelson Mandela Square. Relax with a drink at the poolside bar, enjoy brunch or dinner at The Bull Run, or unwind in the steam room. With high-speed WiFi and 2 outdoor pools to choose from, this hotel is perfect for business travelers and families alike. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Gym - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 22 - Mar 23](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 23 - Mar 24](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (View) ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/w4000h2662x0y0-57af5c39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed (View) 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/5aca42dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms ![Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/5b487e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Bedrooms - 517 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View ![Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/28986887.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View 8.0 Very good 15 reviews - Garden view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Room, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/d66b17a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View 8.0 Very good 1 review - Garden view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Room, 2 Twin Beds ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/d66b17a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Twin Beds 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Balcony) ![Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/w3995h2667x0y0-4a7906e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Balcony) 8.0 Very good 3 reviews - 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[Visit our Johannesburg travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg.dx6051471) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-26.10401%2C28.05817&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QxvitcPraid2Fl05a10B5ouMgJs=) 20 Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng, 2196 ### What's nearby - ![Great food, drinks and vibe. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177935/de3aca0f-05d4-4521-9e0b-9f82b777c088.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sandton City Mall 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - The MARC 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Nelson Mandela Square 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Johannesburg Stock Exchange 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Sandton Convention Centre 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Johannesburg Sandton Station 9 min walk - Rosebank Station 17 min drive - O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - Saint 1 min walk - The Bull Run 1 min walk - Lobby Bar - Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton 6 min walk - Cocoon Lounge 7 min walk - Greenhouse bar 2.0 5 min walk ## About this property ### Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Upscale hotel near Sandton Convention Centre Located close to The MARC and Nelson Mandela Square, Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton provides a poolside bar, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. The on-site restaurant, The Bull Run, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a shopping mall on site and a coffee shop/cafe. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - 2 outdoor pools - Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and self parking (surcharge) - A TV in the lobby, a billiards/pool table, and a computer station - Meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 330 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like desk chairs and air conditioning. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries - 43-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels - Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48900/48843/b101d1f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Southern Sun O.R Tambo O.R. 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Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: ZAR 500.00 per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 235 per person - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 610 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Covered self parking fee: ZAR 50 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### National rating Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization. ### Property is also known as Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton Johannesburg Protea Hotel Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Protea Balalaika Sandton Johannesburg Protea Balalaika Sandton Protea Hotel Balalaika Protea Balalaika Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton Greater Johannesburg Sandton Hotel Balalaika Balalaika Hotel Protea Hotel Johannesburg Protea Hotel Marriott Balalaika Protea Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Protea Marriott Balalaika Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Hotel Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Sandton ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton? ### Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton? ### What time is check-out at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton? ### Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Reviews 8.4 ### Very Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 374 8 - Good 389 6 - Okay 98 4 - Poor 37 2 - Terrible 18 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Musole Feb 2, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The room was spotless and staff were very good and helpful. ##### Musole Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricardo Dec 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Good location and comfortable stay ##### Ricardo Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Mark Feb 11, 2026 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The shuttle bus driver was so lovely! Door men were helpful in regards to tours and baggage. Reception staff could learn a lot from them in regards to being friendly, professional and kind. ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID Nov 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff, the service and the place amazing ##### DAVID Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID Nov 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff, amenities, clean room ##### DAVID Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra Nov 25, 2025 Excellent staff, customer service, upgraded room (thank you Onica) and help with bags (thank you Gift) From Sandy - room 2163 :) ##### Sandra Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Omotayo Nov 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was my first time and wasnt sure what to expect but i was very impressed with the staff and the whole ambience. Staff were very friendly without been in your face. I will definitely recommend it. ##### Omotayo Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie Yovana Nov 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location - Sandton city mall close to the hotel, quiet and clean ##### Marie Yovana Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorna Feb 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good option for Sandton. Very acceptable, well priced option in Sandton. Hotel runs a shuttle bus to the mall which is very handy. ##### Lorna Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lars Nov 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel Great staff and convenient location. Like the gardens ##### Lars Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie Nov 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great facility, friendly staff and delicious food. We were able to catch the hop on hop off bus just around the corner and access lots of sights that way. The hotel offers a shuttle service to Nelson Mandela Square, which was a nice bonus. Highly recommended this stay. ##### Melanie Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allan Sep 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Exceptional hospitality by staff. ##### Allan Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Madelyn Nov 23, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities We stayed here on a long layover and between the comfortable beds and breakfast, it gave us everything we needed. The true highlight was the friendly staff, I’ve never had a more welcoming experience at a hotel. ##### Madelyn Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cate Oct 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I really liked the gardens. The staff were welcoming, and went the extra mile to help. ##### Cate Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorna Feb 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good choice. Excellent choice for Sandton. Charming help staff and good shuttle link to mall. ##### Lorna Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derek Mar 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Reception service was great, housekeeping needs to be more attentive, fresh towels usually have hair from other guests, floors are cleaned haphazardly. ##### Derek Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim or Debra Sep 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great property centrally located in Jberg. Convenient transportation available. Great employees. I'll be back. ##### Tim or Debra Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy Nov 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We certainly enjoyed this hotel’s location to nearby restaurants & shops. An added bonus was a free mall shuttle service. Our room was clean and spacious with a lovely view of the lush courtyard setting. Downsides: no early check in availability (especially for guests that have travelled more than 36 hours); no free coffee in the lobby; no free breakfast (especially for other guests in our group that paid for a premium suite). ##### Wendy Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### SUJEE Sep 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Safe and comfortable stay in Joburg I liked the bed a lot, very comfy. But I thought there would be shower gown, not to mention more of amenities like shampoo and conditioner. They only offer a small soap bar, body cleanser, lotion and a shower cap. Overall staffs were really kind, breakfast was also good (nothing special). Beautiful garden. ##### SUJEE Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tori Dec 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My husband and I loved our stay here ##### Tori Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Said Dec 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Always good to be back in balalaika. ##### Said Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda Oct 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness beautiful place ##### Amanda Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Aug 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved the property for a quick stay. ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nelumbu Jan 9, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Yes 👏 ##### Nelumbu Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Hemrish Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Overall a good option ##### Hemrish Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Things to Do](?equalTargetTab=tab-5) - [Map's View Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Maps-View-Guesthouse.h23252938.Hotel-Information) - [The Leonardo](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-The-Leonardo.h39885386.Hotel-Information) - [Inn & Out Sandton](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Inn-Out-Sandton.h89162332.Hotel-Information) - [7th Street Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-7th-Street-Guesthouse.h4409693.Hotel-Information) - [The Max Hotel Sandton](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Max-Executive-Apartments.h11578530.Hotel-Information) - [Ashdown House](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-AshDown-House.h4011695.Hotel-Information) - [Hadeda Hall](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Hadeda-Hall.h41178594.Hotel-Information) - [Garden Court Morningside Sandton](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Garden-Court-Morningside.h15907314.Hotel-Information) - [Pumua Guesthouse And Spa](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Pumua-Guesthouse-And-Spa.h103866248.Hotel-Information) - [Flossie’s Bed and Breakfast](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Flossies-Bed-And-Breakfast.h18237151.Hotel-Information) - [Town Lodge Waterfall, Midrand](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Town-Lodge-Midrand.h485202.Hotel-Information) - [Isabel's Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Isabels-Guesthouse.h37794851.Hotel-Information) - [Pablo House](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Pablo-House.h21171926.Hotel-Information) - [Tacoa Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Tacoa-Boutique-Hotel.h111103494.Hotel-Information) - [Corgi Guest House](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Corgi-Guest-House.h24894509.Hotel-Information) - [Valley Center Guest House](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Valleycenter-Guest-House.h106890569.Hotel-Information) - [Cedarwoods of Sandton](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-CedarWoods-Of-Sandton.h5006864.Hotel-Information) - [Southern Sun Rosebank](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Southern-Sun-Rosebank.h36153812.Hotel-Information) - [Red Dot Lodge](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Red-Dot-Lodge.h44676965.Hotel-Information) - [Palm Continental Hotel Johannesburg](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Hotels-Palm-Continental-Hotel-Johannesburg.h15679485.Hotel-Information) - [Flights to Johannesburg](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Johannesburg.d6051471.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Johannesburg Vacations](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg.d6051471.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Car rentals near Johannesburg](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Johannesburg.d6051471.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Johannesburg Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/Johannesburg-Vacation-Rentals.d6051471.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) - [Things to do in Johannesburg](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Johannesburg.d6051471.Travel-Guide-Activities)