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Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in Upington with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe
Fireplace
Meeting facility

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Business center
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is $82
includes taxes & fees
$72 per night
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 218 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, River View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 218 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 218 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 228 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
24 Schroder Street, Upington, Northern Cape, 8800

What's nearby

  • Kalahari-Oranje Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Harry Surtie Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kalahari Mall - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Orange River Cellars - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Desert Palace Golf Course & Casino - 9 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Upington (UTN) - 10 min drive
  • Free shopping center shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dros - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Panarottis - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington

When visiting Upington, Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington is a great choice to consider. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a poolside bar, a 24-hour fitness center, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the overall property condition.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 90 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 16

Children

  • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free covered onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Onsite parking limited
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Offsite

  • Free shopping center shuttle

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Golfing nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (161 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1970
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 18 holes of golf
  • An outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 22-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Microwave (on request)
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 210 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Protea Hotel Upington
Upington Protea Hotel
Protea Upington
Protea Hotel Marriott Upington
Protea Hotel Marriott
Protea Marriott Upington
Protea By Marriott Upington
Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours and rafting, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington also has a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington like?
Protea Hotel by Marriott Upington is located by the river, a short 4-minute walk from Kalahari-Oranje Museum.

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Terrible Stay at Protea Upington
Terrible experience at this hotel, i had booked a room with a river view, upon my arrival I was allocated a cube room, with no window and a partitioned balcony. I queried this and noticed that they gave my room to their frequent guest and I had to suffer as am not a regular at the property. I was later given a room which had a small window still not the room I had booked and paid for. Just when i though I had all the terrible experience the dinner was even worse i could not swallow their wings under cooked and covered with BBQ source which was very brown.
Allan Gray, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The location is conveniently located next to the main road with safe parking. Our room overlooked the river featuring amazing sunset views. The food at the restaurant was excellent.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Johann, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really friendly staff, room with a great view and very clean.
Bennie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great stay. Too short
Very nice stay. Pity it was only one night
Luyanda, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Johann, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Beautiful hotel with great friendly service
Albie, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Bad service
Not so good. Very impersonal check-in...limited information provided and had to make calls from the room to request for basics like WiFi password. Allocated a room I had not requested, called to request the booked room, an alternative key brought to the room with little communication on room location, etc....service very unfriendly. The room had spider webs, the bathtub plug didn't close and we couldn't take a proper bath. No extra blankets...and its winter now, with the aircon not working to warm up the room. No social distancing at breakfast...tables set up to full capacity! What a sad way to spend a birthday & Mother's day weekend!!
Puleng, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

African Time
The room was clean and adequate with a coffee/tea maker and small fridge. Bed was comfy. The bathroom was clean and offered small size toiletries. The restaurant offered good food but the service was very slow. The saving grace in having to wait so long for our dinner was the pleasant indoor/outdoor dining area. Breakfast was also of a good quality but again the service time was unacceptable. Overall a good stay and we would probably return.
Gillian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Sifiso, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Edwin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Overnight stay
Overnight stay.. hotel well located near the river.. beautiful views of sunrise . Rooms are in good condition,comfortable and clean. Service was good and efficient.overall good stay
Nabeel, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Shower clogged
good bed, but water in the shower not flowing, so it was more like a bath than a shower. Cook at breakfast not very motivated. Had to be pulled twice from the kitchen to get her to do omelettes. Friendly waitress at breakfast. Good location.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Room was tired. Fridge was broken, although they changed it felt as though they did so under duress. Ate in restaurant, service was slow and food quality not very good.
Kenton, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good but room for improvement.
The room was clean and tidy somewhat old style, Shower area too small and cramped actually in my opinion is a trip hazard. Location of room is poor if you have a suitcase and proximity to lift. All of the staff were very good and readily assisted with any enquiries I made. I would recommend the Protea mainly due to the professional staff I dealt with.
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good review
It was good!
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great position
The food was excellent good coffee and friendly staff.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Meh...
I was pretty disappointed with my room -- it was dark, windowless (there was a tiny window, but it looked into the darkened interior of the building), the bed wasn't very comfortable, and the tv was positioned in such a way that you couldn't see it directly from the bed. The bathroom was also very dark. I stayed 2 nights, and the morning after my first night, construction (banging anyway), started at ~7 AM. Ugh. The hotel grounds themselves look nice and the breakfast was fine. My room, however, wasn't worth the money.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

don't expect to get any sleep
Vey noise hotel.
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6/10 Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Stopover
Great option for 1 night stopover. Very good breakfast
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