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Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve

4.0 star property
Great Kei beach lodge with 2 restaurants and outdoor pool

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When visiting Great Kei, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve is a great choice to consider. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Sunset Lapa, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Wedding services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Mountain biking
  • Rowing/canoeing

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
The current price is $87
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

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Balcony
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Balcony
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Free bottled water
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  • Sleeps 3
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Private bathroom
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Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Private bathroom
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  • Sleeps 3
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Umnenga Lodge - Twin Room (7)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Schafli Road, Great Kei, Eastern Cape, 5259

What's nearby

  • Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bonza Bay Beach - 37 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Jan Smuts Stadium East London - 38 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Nahoon Beach - 38 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 45 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Governors House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Clubhouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tea In The Trees - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪blue goose cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Village Bistro - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve

When visiting Great Kei, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve is a great choice to consider. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Sunset Lapa, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property is located 3.7 miles (6 km) from the entrance of Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. Check-in is based at 2 different locations. Guests booked in Umnenga Lodge rooms should check in at Umnenga Lodge; lodge accommodations are located outside the Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve and close to the beach. Guests booked in Bush Camp and Valley Camp rooms should check in at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve; Bush and Valley Camp accommodations are located on the Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Wildlife and game drive
  • Canoeing

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Sunset Lapa - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Emthombeni - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 5 PM

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Umnenga Lodge room types are not located on the Game Reserve.

National rating

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

Also known as

Inkwenkwezi
Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Chintsa East
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Lodge Great Kei
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Lodge Chintsa East
Inkwenkwezi Reserve
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Lodge Chintsa
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Chintsa
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Great Kei
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Rese
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Lodge
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Great Kei
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Lodge Great Kei

Frequently asked questions

Does Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 5 PM.

Are pets allowed at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and rowing. Additional recreation onsite includes a wildlife and game drive. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, Regional cuisine, and garden views.

What's the area around Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve like?

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve is a short 3-minute walk from Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve and 9 minutes' walk from Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club.

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