Main Street Life Aparthotel - Johannesburg

Main Street Life Aparthotel - Johannesburg

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Main Street Life Aparthotel - Johannesburg
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Overview

Situated around 10 minutes by car from Sci-Bono Discovery Centre Hands-on Science Museum, the 3-star 12 Decades Art Hotel Johannesburg features live performances and a nightclub. Wi-Fi is offered in public areas as well as a cash machine and a lift are available on site.

Location

While staying in this Johannesburg hotel, you are invited to discover Neighbourgoods Market, located about a 10-minute drive away, or visit sports venues like Ellis Park Stadium, which is only a 12-minute walk away. The 12 Decades Art Johannesburg is around 10 minutes by car from Gandhi Square and a short distance from Kwa Mai Mai Hostel & Traditional Market. The area also includes natural sights like Gold Reef City Theme Park within 7 km of the property.

12 Decades Art Hotel lies near an underground station for the tourists to begin exploring Johannesburg.

Rooms

The accommodation has 20 rooms, comprising a seating area and a kitchen. Complimentary Wi-Fi, along with coffee/tea making equipment, are offered. For your comfort, you will find a microwave, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator. Offering amenities such as a hair dryer, the bathrooms also feature a tub and a walk-in shower. Guests can take advantage of views of the city.

Eat & Drink

A lounge bar is available on site. The bar area includes a lounge. The restaurant Sphere Monk is located about a 5-minute walk away.

Leisure & Business

The designer 12 Decades Art provides guests with cycling and ping pong, along with bicycles for rent. Corporate travellers will benefit from a business centre available on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-18:00
from 08:00-10:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at ZAR 50 per day.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Zulu
Building
Year renovated:2010
Number of floors:7
Number of rooms:20
Former name
12 decades apartments
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Rooms and availability

One-Bedroom Apartment Non-Smoking
  • Room size:

    8 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Services

  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Night club

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Main Street Life Aparthotel

💵 Lowest room price 24 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.5 km
🗺️ Location rating 7.2
✈️ Distance to airport 14.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport Rand, QRA

Location

Address
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286 Fox Street, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2094
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286 Fox Street, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2094
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Reviews of Main Street Life Aparthotel

8.2 /10
Great
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Location7.2
Facilities5.8
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  • B
    Brian
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 07 Jun
    Very good
    7.6

    Main Street Life Aparthotel is truly exceptional with a great selection of goodies for breakfast. the fully-equipped units have a lot of character and the staff are easy-going. Its unbeatable location in an artistic area of the town makes it perfect, and it’s just a short...  

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    Patrick
    United States
    Wrote a review on 06 Jun
    Needs improvement
    5.6

    I had a such wonderful experience here, everything was great, the location was amazing adjacent to Johannesburg CBD and restaurants, markets and clubs and all the restaurants' bars. The penthouse apartment was airy,...  

  • H
    Herbert
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 04 Jun
    Great
    8.0

    A wonderful stay of activities to do. Stunning, brilliant location in Johannesburg CBD district short walk to activities to do and bars/restaurants. Also, in a very up-and-coming area of central Jo'burg. ...  

  • E
    Eric
    United States
    Wrote a review on 29 Apr
    Great
    8.2

    We truly enjoyed our tidy and unique room equipped with a huge bath in the main bedroom and nice beds. the location was marvelous and awesome, in a recently refurbished urban area. It's close enough to the...  

  • Wrote a review on 27 Apr
    Great
    8.2

    The signature rooms each represent a decade in South Africa's history. We stayed in 1976 - 1986. It must be the only hotel room in the world with a camera obscura. Loved the room; loved the proximity to The Bioscope...  

  • Wrote a review on 26 Apr
    Great
    8.6

    Friendly reception, safe parking, neat and tidy rooms with modern amenities and artistic items on the walkway and rooms. The hotel room sort of "cocoons" one from the chaos of the city that...  

  • E
    Edward
    United States
    Wrote a review on 14 Apr
    Nice
    6.4

    We chose a really cool room with super comfy beds, and it was all good stuff. the spot where this place is at is right in the middle of things, in the warehouse area. 🛏️.

  • Wrote a review on 13 Apr
    Perfect
    9.6

    Location of the city centre and Lebo at reception is great!

    On my last mornign there was not running water, and the receptionist was not yet in, and the security guards had no idea of what to do in this instance.

  • Wrote a review on 11 Apr
    Great
    8.2

    Excellent and friendly staff, nice music in the restaurant, unusual place to stay in Joburg

    What about a warmer blanket ?

  • B
    Bill
    United States
    Wrote a review on 26 Mar
    Great
    8.0

    Unique place, reasonable base for a couple of nights. Top and comfy location in a very nice area, next to art and design shops, nice bars and restaurants. Rewritten: Staying at Main Street Life Aparthotel was a truly unique experience....  

  • Wrote a review on 25 Mar
    Perfect
    9.6

    Felt very safe; excellent staff; very efficient staff; excellent service from Eric - our Chauffeur, his driving was first class and always prompt !

    The room was a bit warm - basically that's all!

  • J
    James
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 24 Mar
    Great
    8.4

    It was fairly clean, the staff was easygoing, plus the service was terrific. The food was fab and the bar was busy. The location was marvellous, in the warehouse district, it's a plus. I had very pleasant...  

  • T
    Terence
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 19 Feb
    Very good
    7.2

    The room was spacious with a great view, cozy beds, and the location was superb, being only 0.5 km away from London Heathrow airport.

  • Wrote a review on 16 Feb
    Very good
    7.8

    the sixe of the room. the area in which the hotel is situated is quite clearly the centre of an exciting and colouful part of the city.

    arts on main

  • Wrote a review on 16 Feb
    Great
    8.8

    The rooms are stunning. The Main Street Living project to regenerate the inner city and just the art galleries, the bioscope, the restaurant and the inner city feel are the highlights of this Hotel....  

FAQ about Main Street Life Aparthotel

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the 2-star 12 Decades Apartments?
You can visit the heritage museum "Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct", placed within 25 minutes' walk of the 2-star 12 Decades Apartments or Sci-Bono Discovery Centre Science Museum, which is 0.9 km away.
What is the nearest airport to 12 Decades Apartments?
Rand airport lies within 15 km of 12 Decades Apartments and is reachable with a 17-minute drive.
Does the hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, at the hotel private parking is available on site for ZAR 50 per day.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the hotel?
For an evening meal near the hotel, guests can go to Sphere Monk restaurant placed a minute's walk from the property or Che Argentine Gril restaurant located 150 meters away).
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the 2-star 12 Decades Apartments hotel?
Guests of the 2-star 12 Decades Apartments hotel can check in from 15:00 to 18:00 and check out from 08:00.
How much does a room at 12 Decades Apartments hotel cost?
The price for a room in 12 Decades Apartments hotel starts at $32.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the 12 Decades Apartments hotel?
Every room at the 12 Decades Apartments hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a safe for guests' security.
Does the 12 Decades Apartments staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the 12 Decades Apartments can help you in English, Afrikaans, Xhosa, and Zulu.
Which facilities does the hotel provide?
Top locations of the hotel include a restaurant and a barber shop, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
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