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Suite | Living area
Suite | Bathroom
A modern house with a covered patio, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.
Suite | Living area
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a view through the window, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Prana Lodge, Chintsa Drive, East London, Great Kei, Eastern Cape, 5275
  • Place, Cintsa Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bonza Bay Beach
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Nahoon Beach
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, East London (ELS)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite | Living area

Prana Suite

  • Garden view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a view through the window, and a wooden floor.

Forest Suite

  • Garden view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Diamond Villa

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Chintsa

On the beach.At this Great Kei hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cintsa Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Emerald Vale Brewery. Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve and Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Cintsa Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bonza Bay Beach - 41 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Eastern Beach - 42 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Nahoon Beach - 42 min drive - 47.7 km
  • Jan Smuts Stadium East London - 45 min drive - 50.1 km

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Governors House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Clubhouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tea In The Trees - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Village Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chintsa Bay Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Prana Lodge

Upscale beachfront hotel with spa
Some rates at Prana Lodge are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Prana Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A sauna, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Prana Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Prana Lodge offers 8 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators, espresso makers, and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
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  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
3.5 out of 5, Good, 29 reviews
The price is CA $78
CA $91 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per person (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Prana Chintsa East
Prana Lodge
Prana Lodge Chintsa East
Prana Lodge Chintsa
Prana Chintsa
Prana Hotel Cintsa
Prana Lodge Great Kei
Prana Great Kei

Frequently asked questions

How close is Prana Lodge to the airport?

Prana Lodge is 30 mi (57-min drive) away from the East London (ELS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Prana Lodge?

As of Jul 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prana Lodge on Aug 15, 2026 start from CA $397, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Prana Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Prana Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of ZAR 350 per person, one way.

How close is Prana Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Prana Lodge offer free breakfast?

Yes, Prana Lodge offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Prana Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Prana Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Prana Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Prana Lodge have a pool?

Prana Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Prana Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Prana Lodge have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features facials, body treatments, and aromatherapy.

How close is Prana Lodge to downtown Great Kei?

Prana Lodge is 0.2 mi away from Chintsa.

Prana Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Class Prana Lodge

An amazing quiet holiday destination.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were there for a short stay. All was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful hotel with fantastic meals. The location is convenient to get to and access to the beach is good. The only minor issue for us was the WiFi was patchy in the room. Management is aware of the issue and is sorting it out
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is in a beautiful location with access to a beautiful beach. Gardens/pathways are well maintained. The spa is excellent. Small problem areas are - teapot in room still full of old tea/rust colored water in the kettle/wooden strip above the lounge curtain fell off/dinner was mediocre (risotto was terrible - stodgy lump)/back of house area behind our villa had garbage lying around. Devil is in the details.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was amazing; food was spectacular - the chef was able to provide wonderful vegetarian options even though I hadn't told them in advance that I would require this. The place is beautiful, the rooms are gorgeous and it was overall an amazing experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place, great service

Beautiful and peaceful private hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Prand lodge luxury

Prana Lodge has a great location above a long quiet beach backed a sand dunes, the food is excellent , the rooms are spacious and luxurious and the staff and owner are very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thabani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peace, tranquility and proffessionalism...

Amazing little hide way….we loved everything about this place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Or

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is absolutely amazing. The suites are beautiful, big and clean. The service by each and every one of the employees was outstanding. The food was delicious. The hotel is located in a perfect location inside a forest on a hill in front of the ocean. The welcome drinks and hot towels, the hostess guidance and treatment were superb. We would definitely and highly recommend this hotel to anyone who wants a wonderful and relaxing time in South Africa.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tadeusz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth a visit

Excellent all round. Great rooms and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M,&J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr zu empfehlen

Sehr aufmerksame und freundliche Angestellte. Wir hatten die forest suite mit Blick über die Bäume und Affenbesuch. Schoene Atmosphäre und sehr gutes Abendessen. Rechnung bzgl. Doppelbelastung prüfen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Private and relaxed lodge

We enjoyed the lodge very much, our only mistake is we did not plan to stay longer than 2 nights, wishing we could have spend a week there to relax.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely start to our South African honeymoon

We stayed at Prana Lodge for one night - but wished we had booked for longer. Everyone was very friendly and the service was excellent, particularly the in-room dining. The accommodation was huge - more like a small apartment than a hotel room - and really relaxing. The beach is stunning and we loved walking there, feeling safe and secluded. Highly recommended!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Odwa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020