Prana Lodge, by the ocean, offers a peaceful getaway with free breakfast and an 18-hole golf course. Book spa treatments or relax on the beach with colorful umbrellas. High-speed WiFi keeps you connected when not exploring nearby attractions.
Located in Great Kei, Prana Lodge is next to a golf course and on the beach. Emerald Vale Brewery and Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kwelera National Botanical Garden and The Cenotaph. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game drives and game viewing. Visit our Chintsa travel guide
Prana Lodge, Chintsa Drive, East London, Great Kei, Eastern Cape, 5275
What's nearby
Eastern Beach
39 min drive - 46.6 km
Nahoon Beach
40 min drive - 45.9 km
Cintsa Beach
9 min walk - 0.8 km
East London Museum
38 min drive - 45.5 km
Bonza Bay Beach
39 min drive - 42.4 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
Yellows Bru
24 min drive
Village Bistro
4 min walk
About this property
Prana Lodge
Luxury boutique hotel by the ocean
You can look forward to free breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a terrace at Prana Lodge. Treat yourself to a facial, a body treatment or a massage at the on-site spa. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
You'll also find perks such as:
An outdoor pool
Free self-parking
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), beach umbrellas and tour/ticket information
A 24-hour front desk, wedding services and beach towels
Room features
All guest rooms at Prana Lodge have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
Fridges, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping
All-inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Prana Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
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
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Outdoors
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On the beach
Terrace
Full-service spa
4 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
In-room massages
Sauna
Spa open daily
Steam room
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Banquet hall
Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
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
Pets not 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.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per person (one way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 major credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
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
Does Prana Lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Prana Lodge?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prana Lodge on 10 Mar 2026 start from ฿11,794, 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.
Is Prana Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Prana Lodge?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Prana Lodge?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Prana Lodge?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Prana Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 350 per person applies.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Prana Lodge?
Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.
Where is Prana Lodge located?
Located in Great Kei, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cintsa Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club and Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. Yellow Sands and Kwelera Island Local Nature Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Reviews
Prana Lodge Reviews
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9.8
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Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.6
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Leslie
20 Sep 2024
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.
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
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!