3 stars

Life on 3rd

28A 3rd Street, 2190 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
See location+27 114 825 195
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$38
Cheapest

rate per night

8.5
Very good
based on 510 reviews
510 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$38
Double room
$58

Overview

Offering a peaceful setting and great service, right in the heart of the popular bohemian Melville, Life on 3rd provides accommodation 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.
8.5
Very good rating
Based on 510 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Life on 3rd

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Mon 9/22
Double room
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$58
nightly with fees
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$58
nightly with fees
Standard room
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$38
nightly with fees
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$41
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Life on 3rd

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Golf

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Microwave

General

  • Family rooms
  • Carpeted
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 meters)
  • Sofa bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Outdoor

  • Garden

Things to do

  • Golf

Family friendly

  • Kid-friendly buffet

Reviews of Life on 3rd

8.5
Very good
510 verified ratings
Wonderful
247
Very good
107
Good
71
Okay
23
Fair
30
Mediocre
15
Poor
17

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Location

28A 3rd Street, 2190 Johannesburg, Gauteng

What's nearby

  • University of Johannesburg0.7 mi
  • Johannesburg Planetarium1.9 mi
  • University of Witwatersrand2.1 mi
  • Johannesburg Zoo2.3 mi
  • Workers' Museum2.8 mi
  • Hillbrow Telkom Tower3.1 mi
  • Cresta Shopping Centre3.4 mi
  • Carlton Centre3.6 mi
  • Ponte City Apartments3.6 mi
  • Houghton3.7 mi
  • Ellis Park Stadion4 mi
  • Gold Reef City4.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Life on 3rd

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September
July
$61
$35
Cheapest month to stay with an average 38% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 8% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Life on 3rd

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Life on 3rd

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Life on 3rd, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and July.
  • The cheapest price a room at Life on 3rd was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $35, while the most expensive was $35.
  • How long should you stay at Life on 3rd? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

FAQs when booking at Life on 3rd

  • Where is Life on 3rd located?

    Life on 3rd is located at 28A 3rd Street in Melville, 3.2 miles from the center of Johannesburg. University of Johannesburg is the closest landmark to Life on 3rd.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Life on 3rd?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Life on 3rd.

  • Does Life on 3rd offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Life on 3rd offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Life on 3rd from the airport?

    Life on 3rd is 14.8 miles from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Life on 3rd is 16.9 miles from Johannesburg Lanseria.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Life on 3rd hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Life on 3rd in Johannesburg and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Life on 3rd and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Life on 3rd.

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Distance to airport

8.8
3.2 mi
Johannesburg OR Tambo
14.8 mi

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