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A spacious loft-style living area with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and a large chandelier. There is a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a round coffee table, and a reception desk. - Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein (Bloemfontein)
A buffet with various food items and drinks, including fruits, cheeses, and pastries. - Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein (Bloemfontein)
A covered outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture and a glass coffee table. - Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein (Bloemfontein)
A modern bar area with a Heineken sign, a television, and a fireplace. - Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein (Bloemfontein)
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Luxury
4.0 star property
8.2

Very good

Upscale hotel located in Brandwag

A free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, and a hallway leading to another room.

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Garden view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a door leading to another room.

Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Brandwag, a neighborhood in Bloemfontein, Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein is in a shopping district. Forsyth and National Museum Bloemfontein are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Mega World and Mimosa Mall. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Bloemfontein travel guide
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202 Nelson Mandela Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301

What's nearby

  • University of the Free State
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mega World
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ster-Kinekor Mimosa
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mimosa Mall
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Twell Cresent
    5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bloemfontein (BFN)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Bella Casa Trattoria
    3 min drive
  • Cubana
    2 min drive
  • Wimpy
    15 min walk
  • Fego Caffe
    17 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 250 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Racquetball/squash
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • 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 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 250 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 200 per person applies.

Where is Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein located?

Located in Brandwag, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of the Free State, Ster-Kinekor Mimosa, and Mega World. Mimosa Mall and Twell Cresent are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 105 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so helpful and courteous, it was such a pleasant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great stay

Great place, friendly staff and excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff and a warm and convenient place to stay during the winter.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Awesome

Breakfast nice . Staff very friendly❤️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food options, helpful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Pros: Good location, good restaurant, friendly staff, clean & comfy beds. Cons: Maintenance and general cleanliness could be better in the room itself
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

It was raining Everything good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not the best experience. Toilet bowl cracked - very dangerous. Buffet dinner very limited selection at a hell of a price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Disappointed and overcharge

My booking did not show at the hotel and we had to wait 2 hours in the lobby before we were provided with a room. I provided the proof of paying by but the hotel wouldn’t accept it. We only got to our room at 23:30. It was simply exhausting. The room is old, dirty and worn out. It is in poor condition and at $91 it has no correlation with what you pay for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are nice but hotel are extremely noisy and walls extremely thin; you can only sleep if people are not to loud or walking past of even showering next door.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent accomadation

From the moment we stepped into the receiption, we were greeted with a big smile and a very friendly welcome. Check-in was fast. Our room was very comfortable. We enjoyed a relaxing afternoon at the pool side with hot beverages. The waitress was very friendly. All in all a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Did not sleep a wink

I stopped over in Bloem for the night enroute to EC.. from about 22:00 until 03:00 in the morning the person in the room next door had the music soooo loud I could not sleep. At first I was convinced there was a club nearby only to realize that the music comes from inside the hotel. I am still not sure how the reception desk was not able to hear this sound. I eventually called the front desk and they sent security to address the issue..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for one night as we had an AGM and dinner to attend. Reception excellent when asked if we could move from 2nd floor to 1st due to my wifes not liking stairs due to her knees. However the bacon at breakfast was COLD but the choice of food excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Value for money

Good place, bathroom is dated and can do with some renovations
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

An OK Hotel

It was a quiet night with few guests. The room was good. The bathroom needed a bit of a clean. Dinner was limited and too many heavy dishes on the menu. Breakfast wasnt taken.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Comfortable stay

Very comfortable stay. Hotel is neat and clean. Staff are friendly. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wxcellent overnight stay

An excellent overnight stop. With all the outdoor amenities i.e. swimmingpool and restaurant one could easily stay longer. Would definitely recommend the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Stop-over with Family

Stayed over one night on a stop-over from Pretoria to Cape Town with the family. Great service, good facilities, good location close to the highway.Not much else to do in the area, but very functional as a stop-over.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Room service a huge turn down

My only complaint is that when ordered room service the price on the menu and the bill differs. The excuse offered was that I had an old menu in the room which I feel was not my mistake. I choose my dinner base on the price given in the menu and not be surprised that it cost in the end R65 more than expected. For that prize it could have eaten out. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well worth the cost, everything as it should be at a Protea Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

The overall stay was excellent,the rooms are clean and spacious,the staff is very helpful and courteous.The hotel can however improve on the food especially the buffet. The hotel is otherwise very comfortable and there is ample parking and good security measures in place for vehicles so you can sleep peacefully.The room price was really amazing as i did not expect to pay so little for so much comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Business trip

The hotel is great with please try service . Bathroom is a little cramp with shower just big enough to fit in. The area is very noisy as I assume it's near a university. I stayed only one night which was Wednesday and I could hear constant loud voices outside from nearby that went on till late hours f the night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great business hotel in Bloem

This is a great hotel to stay at for business in Bloemfontein. The rooms are modern, clean and comfortable. The service is good. I am not sure that the breakfast, although pleasant, is worth the additional cost.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019