Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Johannesburg Melrose Arch Reviews
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Johannesburg Melrose Arch
Melrose Arch Precinct, 22 Whiteley Rd, Birnam, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2076, South AfricaSee Hotel Details
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8.6/10
Very Good
76 review
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Jodi
King Room
Stayed in Aug 2023
Solo traveler
2 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 25, 2023
Nice hotel and very friendly staff- the room was clean and overall it was a really pleasant experience in a safe location .
Guest User
King Room
Stayed in Mar 2025
Business traveler
27 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on May 19, 2025
As good as always
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Guest User
King Room
Stayed in Jun 2024
Business traveler
3 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jul 30, 2024
Nice room, rich breakfast
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Belen S
Stayed in Aug 2025
Solo traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 2, 2025
The guest relations manager Cintia, the restaurant host Thulare, They are born for hospitality. They are everything a guest can ask for.
Response from Property: Dear 814belens. Thank you for taking thew time to review your most recent stay with us at the Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Johannesburg Melrose Arch. Thank you for your kind words about Cynthia and Thulare! We're thrilled they provided exceptional service and made your stay special. Their passion for hospitality shines through, and we're grateful to have them on our team! Kind Regards Karabo Kekane. Guest Relations Manager
Lydia Cissy M
Stayed in Jul 2025
Traveling with friends
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Aug 20, 2025
Received best service from Thuso, Sandile & Cynthia. Fire & Ice never disappoints... home away from home. A good vibe for a good catch up lunch.
Response from Property: Dear lydiacissym. Aww, thank you so much! We're thrilled to hear that Thuso, Sandile, and Cynthia provided you with exceptional service! It's great to know that Fire & Ice has become your home away from home, and we can't wait to welcome you back for many more lovely catchups! Kind Regards Karabo Kekane. Guest Relations Manager.
Monty404
Stayed in Mar 2025
Solo traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 29, 2025
Friendly very professional! Spumelele always with a beautiful smile! She recommended the lamb stew,it was amazing it sure reminded of my mama stew! Great place to have dinner and relax,if future trips arrive I’ll be staying at this friendly hotel Thanks J Seattle Wa.
Response from Property: Dear Monty404. Thank you for your kind words about Spumelele and your dining experience! We're thrilled to hear that she provided excellent service with a smile. We're also glad you enjoyed the lamb stew, and it's lovely that it reminded you of your mama's cooking! We look forward to welcoming you again and serving you a warm and delicious experience. Kind Regards Karabo Kekane Guest Relations Manager.
Dennis M
Stayed in Mar 2025
Couple
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 28, 2025
The room is so homely and the restaurant and bar service is outstanding. We had a problem with our Prokard and the Manager Ms Connie Phakathi gave us all her time to assist until we successfully downloaded our recent Prokard form.Otherwise we would have forfeited our discount voucher. Thank you very much Sister Connie and continue care for others. We will definitely make this hotel our home far away from Limpopo Province.
Response from Property: Dear L4570YCdennism. We're delighted to hear that you found your room homely and enjoyed the restaurant and bar service! We're especially grateful for Ms. Connie Phakathi's exceptional assistance with resolving the Prokard issue. Her dedication to ensuring your stay was seamless is truly appreciated. Thank you for your kind words and for considering Protea Hotel Fire & Ice Melrose Arch as your home away from home. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! Kind Regards Karabo Kekane. Guest Relations Manager.
RAW G
Stayed in Mar 2025
Business traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 15, 2025
Fortune was extremely friendly in reception as I was checking out. A true reflection of how all the staff are at Protea Hotel. I shall look forward to staying here soon. It was important to feel this way about my first stay at this hotel as it often t determines whether you want to come back.
Response from Property: Dear Rawg2025. We're thrilled to hear that Fortune provided you with an exceptional experience at reception during your checkout. We're even more delighted to know that he truly reflected the warm and welcoming nature of our entire team. Thank you for sharing your positive first impressions with us. We're honored that your experience has made you eager to return, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind Regards Karabo Kekane. Guest Relations Manager.
Ndongala N
Stayed in Feb 2025
Business traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Mar 28, 2025
The BONIVOY Hotel offers an exceptional lodging experience, combining comfort, cleanliness, and a welcoming atmosphere. The facilities are well-maintained, with spacious and well-equipped rooms that ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Additionally, the hotel's services are efficient, providing a satisfying experience. One of the highlights of the stay was the receptionist, Smangele, whose friendliness and professionalism made the experience even more special. Her warm and helpful attitude made a significant difference, ensuring excellent service from check-in to check-out. I highly recommend the BONIVOY Hotel for those seeking comfort and quality service, with top-notch hospitality provided by professionals like Smangele.
Response from Property: Dear Ndongalan2025. We're overwhelmed with gratitude for your exceptional review of the Fire &Ice! Melrose Arch Hotel! Our team is thrilled to have provided you with a comfortable, clean, and welcoming atmosphere that exceeded your expectations. We're delighted to hear that our facilities, rooms, and services met your standards, and that our receptionist, Smangele, made a lasting impression with her outstanding hospitality. We'll be sure to pass along your praise and recognize her exceptional service. Thank you for your heartfelt recommendation! We're honored to have been able to provide you with a memorable experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind Regards Karabo Kekane. Guest Relations Manager
Faith W
Stayed in Feb 2025
Solo traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Mar 24, 2025
The staff was so warm and friendly and the food at the restaurant was amazing and the serving was generous too(i had the traditional dish "oxtail") Special thanks to Werner for an excellent service :)thank you.Will definitely come back here
Response from Property: Dear FaithL9824DS. We're beaming with pride after reading your wonderful review! Our staff is thrilled to have made you feel welcome and at home, and we're delighted that you enjoyed our restaurant's cuisine, particularly the traditional oxtail dish. Thank you for acknowledging Werner's excellent service - we'll be sure to pass along your praise! We're grateful for your promise to return and can't wait to welcome you back! Kind Regards Karabo Kekane. Guest Relations Manager.
TuTa83
Stayed in Feb 2025
Business traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Mar 23, 2025
This is one of the best hotels in South Africa especially in Johannesburg extremely lovely staff, amazing food, and excellent service. Whenever you come and visit make sure to visit the restaurant on the first floor and ask for Connie she’s just an angel
Response from Property: Dear TuTa83. Wow, we're truly humbled by your glowing review! Thank you for considering us one of the best hotels in South Africa and Johannesburg. We're delighted to hear that our staff, food, and service exceeded your expectations. Our team works tirelessly to provide exceptional experiences, and it's wonderful to know that we've made a lasting impression on you. Thank you for the special shoutout to Connie at our restaurant! We'll be sure to pass along your praise, and we're thrilled that she made your dining experience even more memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind Regards Karabo Kekane. Guest Relations Manager.
Guest User
Stayed in Aug 2025
Other
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 18, 2025
Amazing experience in the 1st floor restaurant..Chef Siphesihle made amazing Indian curry for breakfast, great taste and amazing hospitality. Thank You
Alena M
Stayed in Feb 2025
Solo traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Mar 18, 2025
Guys i had the best cs service on this hotel but specially on the restaurant of protea hotel the waiterssss soo respectful and so helpful the girl waitress Nthati made my day since ive mistakenly ordered a beef which wasnt fillet since im not a beef lover and she made sure to go and bring me the right one also the other waiter raimond didnt even charge me even tho was my fault god bless him cute lovely funny experience but 1010 service…
Response from Property: Dear 242alenam Wow, thank you for sharing your incredible experience at our Protea Hotel restaurant! We're thrilled to hear that our staff provided you with exceptional customer service, and that Nthati and Raymond went above and beyond to make your dining experience special. Nthati's attentiveness and willingness to correct your order is truly commendable, and Raymond's kindness in not charging you for the mistake is a testament to his outstanding customer service skills. We're so glad that you had a "cute, lovely, funny experience" with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back again soon! Kind Regards Karabo Kekane. Guest Relations Manager.
Raluca N
Stayed in Feb 2025
Business traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Mar 17, 2025
I loved my experience at Protea! The rooms were spacious and clean and very comfortable. The breakfast buffet was extremely delicious and had a wide variety of options too. The staff is so kind and the service is very fast, especially Thuso, his service is impeccable. Definitely coming back to this hotel!
Response from Property: Dear 459Ralucan. We're overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Protea! Thank you for praising our spacious, clean, and comfortable rooms, as well as our delicious breakfast buffet with its wide variety of options. We're especially thrilled to hear that our staff, particularly Thuso, provided you with exceptional service. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to him! Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back again soon! Kind Regards Karabo Kekane Guest Relations Manager.
Guest User
Stayed in Aug 2025
Other
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 14, 2025
The service here is second to none - The best service I’ve had, I was greeted very day by name and felt appreciated 5⭐️ Food is excellent, atmosphere is excellent - We love this place