Prana Lodge

Prana Lodge is a boutique hotel of individually designed suites set in indigenous dune forest at Chintsa East, with direct access to the beach on Cintsa Bay, on the edge of the Wild Coast. It is rated 9.3 out of 10 on Trip.com from 44 verified reviews. King Phalo Airport in East London is about 40 minutes' drive away, and the lodge can arrange airport transfers. The Prana Suites, about 110 m² each, have private plunge pools and outdoor showers. There is also the Forest Suite, a standalone timber unit of about 90 m², as well as the Diamond Suite and the Beach House.

The Forest Wellness Spa offers facials, massage and body treatments in two private treatment pavilions in the forest. The restaurant serves leisurely lunches on the poolside terrace and fine-dining dinners in a fireside dining room, and room service is available. There is also a swimming pool, a gym, Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception and security, and free secure parking. Children of all ages are welcome. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out by 11:00.

Beyond the lodge there are coastal hikes from gentle to advanced, surfing and kite-boarding on the bay, and game viewing at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve, about 10 minutes away. Horse riding, bowls, tennis and golf are nearby, including at Chintsa Country Club. Several Trip.com reviewers single out the staff and the food. One wrote: "All the staff were extremely welcoming and helpful and the meals were absolutely delicious."