Protea Hotel Parktonian

Johannesburg


The rooms are big but rather plainly decorated at the Parktonian. However, it offers great facilities, rates are good and it’s handily set if you want to be close to Park Station (complimentary shuttle to/from the hotel) or Braamfontein's bars and restaurants. There's a fabulous rooftop terrace (with small pool) on which to have an evening drink.


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