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Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve

Property class: 4

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A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a forested hillside.
A restaurant with wooden chairs and tables, a counter with a cash register, and wall-mounted lights.
A thatched-roof building with an open veranda, surrounded by lush greenery.
A traditional Japanese-style garden with a wooden bridge over a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway.
A stone water feature with a wooden deck in a landscaped garden.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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Schafli Road, Great Kei, Eastern Cape, 5259
  • Place, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Nahoon Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, East London (ELS)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Umnenga Lodge - Double Room (8)

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Umnenga Lodge - Double Room (8)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bush Camp Safari Tent

A cozy, well-lit tent-style room with two beds, a wooden deck, and a small table with chairs.

Bush Camp Safari Tent

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Valley Camp Safari Tent

A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window and a door.

Valley Camp Safari Tent

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Umnenga Lodge - Twin Room (7)

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a view of a water body outside.

Umnenga Lodge - Twin Room (7)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Umnenga Lodge - Double Room (8)

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

Umnenga Lodge - Double Room (8)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Umnenga Lodge - Suite with Spa Bath (9)

A neatly made bed with a white headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and decorative heart-shaped wall art.

Umnenga Lodge - Suite with Spa Bath (9)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Umnenga Lodge - Twin Room (7)

A hotel room with two beds, a window with a view of greenery, and a wooden headboard.

Umnenga Lodge - Twin Room (7)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Chintsa

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve places you steps from Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve and within a 15-minute stroll of Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club. Highlights at this beach lodge include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Sunset Lapa, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy access to a wildlife and game drive, rowing/canoeing and mountain biking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Great Kei lodge, you'll be 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Emerald Vale Brewery and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Cintsa Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bonza Bay Beach - 35 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Eastern Beach - 35 min drive - 39.6 km
  • Nahoon Beach - 36 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Governors House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Clubhouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tea In The Trees - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Village Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Barefoot Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A round-trip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Great Kei lodge is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Self-service laundry
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve offers 12 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This Great Kei lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Emthombeni
  • Sunset Lapa

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

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.

  • Cots (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 5 PM
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property class

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

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve on 16 Aug 2026 start from NZ$115, including 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 parking available at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Yep, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

The closest beach to Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve is Bonza Bay Beach (18.8 km).

Does Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve have a pool?

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 7 AM to 5 PM.

Is Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

There isn't one on site, but Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club is a short 15-minute walk away.

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 29 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Thuli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The host was friendly and made our stay enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thabo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and it was accommodative for my family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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4/10 Poor

Gail

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa didn’t work, room had zero security. Unclean floors but the bed was comfy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Made awesome memories!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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2/10 Terrible

mandlenkosi

Worst place ever

Their booking system is misleading the pictures do not look anything like the actual place and unfortunately for me I could not cancel as I was only able to see that during the check in time ,the Umnenga lodge worst place to book in you cannot be paying R900 for such a poor looking place we could not sleep in that place we had to go back home imagine and all I got was sorry if you don’t like it as if that will return my money and time back. I would advise anyone who books at any inkwenkwezi lodge to first go and check them first or pay at the venue first before going to them don’t book online
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Megan

Disliked: Staff & service

Clean + Comfortable - but nothing special

The room was clean and comfortable - and nice for a three star establishment at the price. The owners were friendly and were able to give me a map and recommended some local restaurants. On the down side... reception was not open when I needed help (I was able to phone the owners who gave me the key); the restaurant was closed on both nights of my stay - so I had to go elsewhere for a meal (and there was nothing nearby); the television was an old box TV - with only 4 channels and no remote - so each channel change involved climbing on a chair. I booked a room with a "Spa bath" and thought I had been cheated out of it - then eventually on the day I was checking out - I spotted it in an open courtyard adjacent to my room. Although the booking said Inkenkwezi - the room I was in was actually at the Umnenga Lodge - which was not in a game reserve.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No hay opciones para beber o comer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Close to EL

Nice quiet location outside of East London. Easy to get to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Marupine Charlie

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

My stay at umnenga lodge was a bad experience

Umnenga lodge i wont recommend to anyone, the condition is bad and bathing with cold water
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

siyamzukisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
everything was clean, but on my side i requested u to write hapoy birthday for my fiancee, but on our arrival in our room none of that was done I was so disappointed on that. other than that everything was gud, and uo to standard. your food mmmhhh marvelous, ur staff was so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Night in Inkwekwezi

I had a good 1 night stay at the facility and they have lots of parking space. My room had a pond view which was very refreshing in the morning as i drink my coffee looking ag the fish and birds. The beds werent so good but ok. They should perhaps consider having a small fridge in the rooms since they say they have braai areas. Showers had hot water and bathrooms were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

It was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phezile

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

Family holiday at Inkwenkwezi

I had a fantastic time,the place was very clean,comfortable and the staff was friendly an approachable.I was there with my family and allnof us enjoyed our stay even the children cause the premises are also child friendly.We are very pleased with our trip
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
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4/10 Poor

Thabo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place did not have a swimming pool as indicated in yhe pofile no wifi in the rooms as indicated as well. My children were very disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was so amazing, and staff were so friendly, chalets well cleanedand very quiet place. We enjoyed everything, hope to go back again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Cindy

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

Not the place we booked, be careful!

We had booked at Inkwenkwezi and moved without being informed to a substandard place!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a comfortable stay and were made to feel very welcome. Our room, with its little balcony, over looked a pond so beautiful view of the wild life and the associated sounds. Lovely quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Trisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was a little run down. For that price has to be better otherwise the lower the rate. Shower pressure non existent. Jacuzzi faulty and did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annegret und Uw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wir waren zwei Nächte im Park. Wir fühlten uns sicher und sind von unserem Ranger hervorragend geführt worden mit sehr guten Erklärungen auch zur Tier— und Pflanzenwelt. Die Fahrt zu den weißen Löwen war beeindruckend. Das Zelt war komfortabel und sauber mit Terrasse und darauf einem Whirlpool . Wirkwaren Anfang Ferbuar 2018 dort.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ross

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

False advertising & empty promises

Experience was sub-standard at best, the location was 10km from the Private Game Reserve that we thought we had booked at (fake advertising) and there was nobody at reception or in the entire facility. Room was sub standard and in short will never recommend this to anyone.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve is a once in a lifetime experience. The owner and his staff love animals. I am gratefull to share this one day with them. The game drive was exeptional the drive itself was already a life time experience because of the rough road also called an African Massage. This experience is worth to sleep in an below average accomodation
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10/10 Excellent

Naledi

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

Beautiful and friendly Lodge

It was a lovely weekend , except the Saturday I was there , there was a wedding, which meant I couldn't use the restaurant ,which was a huge inconvenience because this was not mentioned to me before hand. It had stated I would be able to buy dinner at the restaurant. and because of the location of the lodge , it was not easy to just call a take away place or go buy food somewhere else,as I had been dropped off by a cab. Other than the dinner incident on Saturday , the lodge was very lovely. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. Always willing to help. The property itself was beautiful and clean and well looked after. Would definitely go back for another stay . Only suggestion would be to make a more noticeable sign for the Glen Eden turn off ,because you can hardly notice the name when driving by
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10/10 Excellent

Annica

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

Inkwenkwesi Private Game Reserve

Vi hade högt ställda förväntningar inför vårt besök på Inkwenkwesi. Varenda en och några till uppfylldes! Ett stort tack till vår guide Roger, både för ditt engagemang och ditt trevliga sätt. Du lärde oss otroligt mycket nytt om djur och natur, tog oss med ut på fantastiska äventyr, med spänning och humor som två mycket viktiga ingredienser. Hit återvänder jag gärna! Tack från Annica och Steffi ( Sverige)
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Terrible Stay

We arrived to find the hotel had no staff and had to phone the owner who sent his daughter in law to check us in. She told us the hotel had no restuarant facility or room service and that she would cook us breakfast when she got up in the morning. She said this was around half eight. The room was filthy and old. The TV had such bad reception and barely 4 channels. I strongly suggest everyone give this hotel a wide berth. As for the game park. It had mainly gazzelles and ostriches with a few larger game, but none of the big five, very dissapointing.