Title: Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/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 duvets, 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 Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Gym - Breakfast available £72 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=178093&PinnedHotelID=178093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (View) ![Down duvets, 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 duvets, 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 duvets, 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 Single Beds, Garden View ![Down duvets, 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 Single Beds, Garden View 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews - Garden view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Room, 2 Single Beds ![Down duvets, 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 Single Beds 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Balcony) ![Down duvets, 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 - Garden view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View ![Down duvets, 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, Garden View - Garden view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FJohannesburg-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Johannesburg-Balalaika-Sandton.h178093.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FJohannesburg-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Johannesburg-Balalaika-Sandton.h178093.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Sandton neighbourhood, Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton is connected to a shopping centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Apartheid Museum, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit The MARC and Nelson Mandela Square. Sandton City Mall and Sandton Convention Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with ecotours. [Visit our Johannesburg travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/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 - ![Sandton City Mall](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 - Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) 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 corner/local shop and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. The on-site restaurant, The Bull Run, offers brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a shopping centre 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 reception, 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 have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as desk chairs and air conditioning. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries - 43-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services and satellite channels - Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15740000/15734900/15734811/cc5c9a0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Garden Court Sandton City Sandton - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews £78 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=15734811&PinnedHotelID=15734811&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3562000/3561936/b7aaea60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel Sandton - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews £98 includes taxes & fees 10 Apr - 11 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=3561936&PinnedHotelID=3561936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## 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: from 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 organisation. ### 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 at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton? ### 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? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## 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 travellers 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 375 8 - Good 389 6 - Okay 98 4 - Poor 37 2 - Terrible 18 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Musole 2 Feb 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 25 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Good location and comfortable stay ##### Ricardo Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Mark 11 Feb 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 8 Nov 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 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff, amenities, clean room ##### DAVID Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra 25 Nov 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 28 Nov 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 18 Nov 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 15 Feb 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 23 Nov 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 #### Allan 13 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Exceptional hospitality by staff. ##### Allan Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie 18 Nov 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 #### Madelyn 23 Nov 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 11 Oct 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 22 Feb 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 17 Mar 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 1 Sept 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 7 Nov 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 24 Sept 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 21 Dec 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 #### Jacki 14 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Yes ##### Jacki Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Said 25 Dec 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 31 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness beautiful place ##### Amanda Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 16 Aug 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 9 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Yes 👏 ##### Nelumbu Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Johannesburg-Marriott-Melrose-Arch-Hotel.h42683777.Hotel-Information) > - [Spa Hotels in Somerset](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Somerset-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d6084497-tSpaHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > - [Wedding Hotels in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Wedding-Hotel.0-0-d6069845-tWeddingHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [7 Pools SPA & Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bansko-Hotels-7-Pools-SPA-Apartments.h36793403.Hotel-Information) > - [Hostels Old Town Hastings](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Hastings-Hostels.d6261027-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Hotels with Pool in Liverpool](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Hotels-Hotels-With-Pool.0-0-d6046241-tHotelswithPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-The-Fairway-Hotel.h3968501.Hotel-Information) > - [Steyn City Hotel by Saxon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Steyn-City-Hotel-By-Saxon.h106387800.Hotel-Information) > - [B&B Ruislip Underground Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ruislip-Underground-Station-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d6146163-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Hotels in Rome](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels.d179899.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Hotels in Kitchener](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kitchener-Hotels.d10579.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-At-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h8403573.Hotel-Information) > - [Southern Sun O.R Tambo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Southern-Sun-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h48843.Hotel-Information) > - [Luxury Hotels in Rome](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d179899-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Thaba Eco Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Thaba-Eco-Hotel.h3909135.Hotel-Information) > - [CT Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Sheraton-Pretoria-Hotel.h426881.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > - [Flights from Orlando (MCO) to Denver (DEN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mco/den/orlando-to-denver) > - [Flights from Burton Latimer](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/553248635974904835/flights-from-burton-latimer) ### Cars > - [Car hire near Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Les-Deux-Alpes-Ski-Resort.d6050960.Car-Hire-Guide) > - [van Car Hire in Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Van-Car-Rentals-In-Oxford.d9272-tVan.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) > - [Car hire in Cumbernauld](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cumbernauld.d6130006.Car-Hire-Guide) > - [Car hire near Times Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Times-Square.d502080.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Packages > - [Bucharest Old Town Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bucharest-Old-Town.d6346485.Holidays-City-Breaks) > - [Cervinia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/ski-holidays/11085/Cervinia) ### General > - [Visit Brasov Old Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brasov-Brasov-Old-Town.dx553248633981727548) ---