Life on 3rd

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

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About this property

Offering a peaceful setting and great service, right in the heart of the popular bohemian Melville, Life on 3rd provides accommodations that includes continental breakfast. There are different room types that are individually decorated and contain high quality bedding, satellite TV, fans and WiFi internet access. Some rooms feature private entrances, electric blankets and desks. A warm, 3-course breakfast is served every morning in the contemporary dining room. Guests can sunbathe and enjoy the welcome retreat of the wooden deck, away from the busy city. The friendly staff gladly assists guests with arrangements to explore Melville’s popular street life, plan day tours, make restaurant reservations, or transfers from and to the airport. Life on 3rd is close to the Johannesburg city business district and Johannesburg Botanical Gardens. It is also within driving distance of various shopping malls and The Apartheid Museum.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Garden
  • Laundry

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 sofa bed
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2 queen beds
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
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2 queen beds
1 full bed
1 twin bed
2 full beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Mbali_ann
South Africa South Africa
“Comfortable, clean, quick booking, great fir overnight stay.”
Kang
United States United States
“It was neat and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful”
Michael
Australia Australia
“Just 30mins from the airport. We arrived and there was a security guard by the entrance and staff greeted us at the door. Check in was easy and fast! We loved our room - it was clean and cozy. Breakfast was great! Short walk to Melville center....”
Nthabiseng
South Africa South Africa
“Worth every cent. The stuff is so friendly, patient and go above and beyond to meet your expectations. Thank you Guys. I appreciate you.”
Fábio
Brazil Brazil
“I really liked the service provided by the staff of the place. They were always very attentive, polite and helpful. The room is very comfortable. Although the breakfast was not so varied, it served well. I also liked the location as it is not far...”
Dzege
South Africa South Africa
“The lady was so friendly.They agree to shift their breakfast time from 7am to 8am for us because we had to leave early to our meeting.I will definitely go back there. Highly recommend”
Christian
United States United States
“Best value for your money in Melville; decent enough breakfast and secure facilities. Rooms not particularly large but perfectly comfortable. I stayed in one of the solo rooms behind the main building.”
Olaocha
United States United States
“The staff is the best part. they are fair, kind, consistent throughout the years period, and then, of course, the impeccable cleanliness makes things all the more comfortable in a busy Johannesburg”
Norbert
Bahrain Bahrain
“It's a good and quiet place away from the noise and chaos of the city”
Boshoff
South Africa South Africa
“The ambiance and the beautiful setting. Very Secure and very tidy.”

Managed by Beaula, Elizebeth and Lydia - your hosts

Company review score: 9.3Based on 601 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We are known for our excellent and friendly service. You will feel right at home when our staff welcomes you.

Property info

Our property is a lovely guesthouse with 14 rooms. We offer friendly personal service and are always willing to assist with questions, taxi arrangements, airport shuttle etc. we are your home away from home! Our rooms are comfortable and clean!

Neighborhood info

Melville is hip and fun. There are many bars and great restaurants around Melville. Our streets are tree lined and we have many arty and creative people that make Melville special

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Life on 3rd

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Garden
  • Laundry

House rules

Life on 3rd takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

A 5% service charge applicable for American Express

Please note that parking at the property is limited. Guests are advised to contact the property before arrival to arrange parking. There is also 24-hour guarded street parking available.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 06:00:00.