286 Fox Street, 2094 Johannesburg, South Africa
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Urban Rise Living2 Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Urban Rise Living2 on Fox Street, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. The building has this modern, almost industrial vibe that feels pretty fresh for Johannesburg, and you know what? It totally works. This three-star spot sits right in the heart of the city, which means you’re walking distance from some genuinely cool stuff without dealing with the touristy chaos you get in other areas.

The thing that struck me most was how the staff actually seemed to care – I mean, not in that overly scripted way some places train their people, but like they genuinely wanted you to have a good time in their city. My room was clean and well-thought-out, with these big windows that let in tons of natural light (honestly, way better than I expected for the price point). The Wi-Fi actually worked properly, which is more important than it should be but there you have it. One small thing though – the walls are a bit thin, so if you’re a light sleeper, maybe pack some earplugs. Nothing terrible, just something to keep in mind.

What really sold me on this place was the location. Fox Street has been going through this sort of renaissance, and you can feel the energy when you walk around. There’s this great coffee shop literally two blocks away where locals actually hang out (not just tourists), and the Maboneng Precinct is close enough that you can easily explore all those galleries and markets everyone talks about. Parking was surprisingly straightforward too – they’ve got secure spots, which honestly takes a load off your mind when you’re navigating Johannesburg with a rental car. The neighborhood gets pretty quiet after dark, which some people love and others might find a bit sleepy, but I appreciated being able to get a good night’s sleep. If you’re looking for something that feels authentic without breaking the bank, and you want to be where actual city life is happening rather than stuck in some sterile hotel district, this place hits that sweet spot perfectly.

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Urban Rise Living2 Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
One-Bedroom Apartment1 full bed for Max. people: 2$37
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Reviews of Urban Rise Living2

  • Good – Ronewa from South Africa – September 21, 2025 (7/10)

  • Exceptional – Brooklyn from South Africa – September 2, 2025 (10/10)

    It was a nice environment and a lovely place to be.
    Friendly and accommodating staff

  • Wonderful – Mkhwanazi from South Africa – August 15, 2025 (9/10)

  • Very Good – Siyabonga from South Africa – July 27, 2025 (8/10)

    What could be improved: Lack of toiletries N towels

  • Fair – Ronewa from South Africa – June 12, 2025 (5/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Ekhaya Park: 2.2 km
  • Joubert Park: 2.2 km
  • Gandhi Square: 1.7 km
  • Carlton Centre: 1.4 km
  • Absa Money Museum: 1.2 km
  • Constitution Hill: 3 km
  • Johannesburg Park: 2.3 km
  • Maurice Freeman Park: 1.3 km
  • End street south Park: 1.3 km
  • Hillbrow Telkom Tower: 2.9 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Habesha: 10 m
  • Restaurant289 on Fox: 7 m
  • Restaurant Ravioli Contemporary Italian Restaurant: 7 m

Top attractions:

  • Delta Park: 13 km
  • Rhodes Park: 4.3 km
  • Apartheid Museum: 8 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bridge: 3.4 km
  • Hector Pieterson Memorial: 17 km
  • James Hall Museum of Transport: 4.4 km
  • Johannesburg Botanical Gardens: 11 km
  • Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve: 17 km
  • Melville Koppies Nature Reserve: 9 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Wemmer Pan: 3.8 km

Public transit:

  • Train Jeppe: 500 m
  • Subway Gautrain Park Station: 3.5 km
  • Train Ellis Park Railway Station: 700 m

Closest Airports:

  • Rand Airport: 13 km
  • Grand Central Airport: 27 km
  • O.R. Tambo International Airport: 22 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples’ massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Makeup services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Massage Additional charge

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture

Activities:

  • Temporary art galleries Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Transportation:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Languages Spoken:

  • English

Cleaning Services:

  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Most popular facilities:

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry

Entertainment & Family Services:

  • Babysitting/Child services Additional charge

Other for your stay:

  • Hair/Beauty salon
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House Rules at Urban Rise Living2

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.8

Comfort:

8.1

Location:

9.4

Facilities:

8.1

Cleanliness:

8.8

Value for money:

9.4