Life On 3Rd – A Favorite for Families in Johannesburg

Life on 3rd offers a laundry service, a business centre, and a conference room with advanced amenities for small group events. The property has a generator that operates during power cuts until about 10 PM, a designated smoking area, and limited on-site parking for two cars. Guests have access to outdoor furniture in the garden, a shared lounge/TV area, and a wooden deck for relaxation away from the city.

The hotel has 13 real rooms, including the Europa Room, Budget Double Room, Standard Twin Room, and a Loft Family Room. Rooms are individually decorated with high quality bedding, satellite TV, electric blankets, and heating facilities. Some rooms feature private entrances and desks, while the Budget Single Room includes access to a smart bathroom and a KDD (kiddie distraction device - TV) in the family-friendly options.

A warm, 3-course breakfast is served every morning in the contemporary dining room, with options including a Full English breakfast made to order, yogurt, and fresh fruit. The hotel offers a complimentary Full English breakfast made to order, and guests have noted the breakfast is prepared with care, with staff rising before dawn to prepare packed breakfasts for early departures. A kid-friendly buffet is also available, and the property provides fruits for guests.

Life on 3rd is centrally located in the bohemian Melville neighborhood, a short walk from restaurants and shops, and close to the Wits Art Museum and Johannesburg Botanical Gardens. The hotel is within driving distance of The Apartheid Museum and various shopping malls, with Wits Art Museum and the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens being the nearest attractions. Public transport options are nearby, and the area is considered safe for walking during the day, with the hotel providing a secure private entrance.

The friendly staff assist guests with arrangements to explore Melville's street life, plan day tours, make restaurant reservations, and organize airport transfers. The hotel provides 24-hour security and fire extinguishers, and the staff have been noted for their attentiveness, including calling guests after an incident involving a similar car. A shuttle service and airport shuttle are also available for guest transport.

Breakfast: 3-course Full English made to order

Rooms: 13 real rooms including Loft Family Room

Business: Conference room with advanced amenities

Power: Generator for outages until 10 PM

Service: Staff arrange tours, reservations & airport transfers

Location: 5 min walk from Wits Art Museum & restaurants