• City view
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

Framed by majestic mountains and sandstone cliffs, this 4-star hotel is ideally located in the picturesque town of Clarens, Eastern Free State. Protea Hotel offers state-of-the-art service and luxurious accommodations in the natural, rustic surroundings, at the foothills of the Maluti Mountains, Lesotho, and in close proximity to the Golden Gate National Park. Rooms are simply, yet luxuriously furnished to blend with the natural landscape. All rooms contain a shower, air conditioning, hairdryer, and safe. Guests can take in the breathtaking scenery with sundowners on Protea Hotel Clarens’ terrace, enjoy fine dining or laze away the hours in luxury and comfort. Protea's restaurant serves Buffet Breakfast along with a menu for lunch and dinner. The bar serves a refreshing drinks or specialty coffees in an inviting atmosphere with views to the Maluti Mountains. Protea Hotel is within easy driving access of Johannesburg, Durban or Bloemfontein.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Protea Hotels by Marriott
Hotel chain/brand
Protea Hotels by Marriott

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kanya
    South Africa South Africa
    The location to experience the shops & restaurants was perfect. The room I booked was uncomfortably small so we upgraded, with the kind & friendly assistance of the front desk staff and for a small fee to a room with a balcony - perfect!
  • Menezes
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent service and fully-equipped hotel rooms with all the required facilities. Great views.
  • Keitumetse
    South Africa South Africa
    The view, the hotel, the surrounding. I loved everything bout my stay. I wouldn't mind coming back. Just felt like my weekend was to short.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Adamo Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      International

Amenities of Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/Beach towels
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 150 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 150 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Renovation Notice: Please be advised the hotel will be undergoing refurbishment to restaurant and public areas from 11th of January 2023 till the 31st of March 2023. During this time the hotel will be open however, our restaurant will only serve breakfast. We will provide alternative restaurant’s for dinner We apologize for any inconvenience caused during this time.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

FAQs about Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens

  • Room options at Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Twin

  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Archery

  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens is 1,000 feet from the center of Clarens. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens has 1 restaurant:

    • Adamo Restaurant

  • Check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.