This design hotel offers rooms decorated by some of South Africa's most famous artists and designers. Ellis Park Station and the BRT Station are within 800 metres. Rooms at 12 Decades Art Hotel each feature a unique decade-related theme. In-room amenities include a kitchenette, seating area with TV, and a private bathroom. Guests of the 12 Decades Art Hotel can take part in activities such as inner-city walking tours, Soweto township tours and public art walks, bicycle rental is also available. Restaurants and bars offering international and local cuisines are within walking distance of 12 Decades Art Hotel. The Hillbrow Telkom Tower and Park Station are each less than 2.5 km from the 12 Decades.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Private parking available on-site

Reliable info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
2 double beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.8
Facilities
7.0
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Value for money
7.4
Location
8.0
Free WiFi
6.4
Low score for Johannesburg
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Managed by Robynne Trueman

Company review score: 7.8Based on 417 reviews from 1 property
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Property information

The 12 Decades Johannesburg Art hotel chronicling the history of the city from 1886 – 2006 with rooms designed and conceptualised by some of South Africa’s most celebrated artists and designers. Situated in the heart of the Johannesburg CBD, in the newly developed cultural Precinct, Maboneng, our hotel offers boutique hospitality for visitors to the city of Johannesburg, and is a perfect recreation and business destination. Did you know ...... our guests have the opportunity of selecting their own designer room, subject to availability

Neighbourhood information

The Maboneng Precinct meaning “Place of Light” is the diverse and cultural hub of Johannesburg city. Arts on Main within walking distance from 12 Decades host famous galleries and designers within South Africa, as well as a food and design market on Sundays called Market on Main. The Bioscope is our own unique little cinema on the ground floor showing Art Nouveau movies and also doubles up as space for all types of events.. We can also arrange for walking tours to showcase our offering of International Restaurants and Galleries in the area.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa,Zulu

Property surroundings

Facilities of 12 Decades Art Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Private parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Garden
  • Laundry
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs ZAR 50 per day.
  • Parking garage
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Game drives
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • View
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Shops
  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop
Miscellaneous
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules

12 Decades Art Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 23:30

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 04:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Bankcard 12 Decades Art Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform 12 Decades Art Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

FAQs about 12 Decades Art Hotel

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at 12 Decades Art Hotel (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at 12 Decades Art Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • 12 Decades Art Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Tennis court
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beauty Services
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hair colouring
    • Walking tours
    • Hair treatments
    • Live music/performance
    • Body wrap
    • Pub crawls
    • Waxing services
    • Game drives
    • Body treatments
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Pedicure
    • Cooking class
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Movie nights
    • Facial treatments
    • Bicycle rental
    • Hair styling
    • Bike tours
    • Manicure
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Spa facilities
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Make up services
    • Happy hour
    • Body scrub
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Hair cut
    • Yoga classes

  • The prices at 12 Decades Art Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • 12 Decades Art Hotel is 1.1 miles from the centre of Johannesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • 12 Decades Art Hotel can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at 12 Decades Art Hotel on this page.