Kruger Gate Hotel

Kruger and surrounds, South Africa

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The hotel

This hotel boasts an enviable location, overlooking the Kruger National Park just outside Paul Kruger Gate. Wooden boardwalks and luscious gardens run throughout the hotel's grounds, with the bar offering excellent views on a raised deck overlooking the Sabie River. The hotel is an affordable choice for those looking to self-drive in the Kruger National Park, or who wish to relax in a hotel atmosphere and add professional game-drives as they please.

Amenities

  • Tennis
  • Safari
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Where is it

An amazing location next to the Paul Kruger Gate and overlooking the Kruger Park. Transfer time from Skukuza Airport: 15 minutes.

Hotel information

145 rooms on 2 floors in 3 buildings, with refined African-inspired decor, and featuring air-conditioning, TV, safe, complimentary WiFi access, tea/coffee maker, iron and ironing board, mini fridge, bathroom amenities, and hairdryer.

Kruger Deluxe Rooms with either 1 king-size bed plus sofa bed, twin beds, or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Half Board includes: includes breakfast and dinner.

Kruger Deluxe Family Rooms feature additional space, separate bath and walk-in shower, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.  

Kruger Luxury Rooms feature additional space, separate bath and walk-in shower, and an outdoor patio area, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Kruger Suites with separate lounge area, spacious bathroom with twin basins and separate bath and walk-in shower, large outdoor patio area, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Nkanyi Suite is a one bedroom suite with private pool, separate lounge/dining room, and kitchen, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Lapa Restaurant (open-air International buffet restaurant, open for dinner, complemented by music and dancing). Kudyela Restaurant (open for buffet breakfast, with both indoor and outdoor dining available). Coffee Shop (speciality hot drinks, as well as light bites served throughout the day). Pool Bar (serving a la carte lunch and drinks throughout the day, with views into the Kruger Park). 

3 swimming pools including an infinity pool and a children's pool. Dees African Spa*. 24-hour fitness centre. Mini-golf*. Tennis. Table tennis. Volleyball. Children's playground. Game drives in the Kruger National park can be booked locally giving you the opportunity to search for the 'Big Five'*. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Complimentary self-parking. Babysitting service*. Concierge. Room service*.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: Virgin Holidays guests also receive complimentary environmental patrol, bottle of water for self drive activities, free binocular rental (deposit required) and local area/sightings map. Park fee of R 204 per person must be paid locally (fee subject to change). 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Convenient and luxurious accommodation at the Kruger Gate

Dec 1, 2023 dewetv89

What a wonderful stay we had at Kruger Gate Hotel. World class service and accommodation with friendly staff and excellent food. Enjoyed the view from the pool deck where animals vist frequently. Highly recommend.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The best get away place to be and very cozy place to take ur partner to escape😊❤️

Dec 1, 2023 563andilem Durban, South Africa

The amazing place to be and the very best place for a gateway i felt comfortable and was welcomed with the best genuine smile from the receptionist to the staff and their delicious meals I'm very much now fond of their meal now❤️😊
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Simply the best!

Nov 27, 2023 BKaikkonen Nurmijarvi, Finland

Everthing worked, food and service was excellent. Staff super friendly, accommodations couldn't be better. The beds where super comfortable and clean. I also used the laundry service and it worked. I had the most relaxing stay I've ever had at any hotel!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Absolutely incredible

Nov 26, 2023 Arran H

Absolutely amazing place Staff are fast,courteous and extremely competent. The food is exceptional The setting is out of this world Nothing is too much trouble I was on safari for 3 days in Kruger and I stayed here. I have done multiple safari’s before in Kenya,Tanzania and Sri Lanka just to mention a few and stayed in places like treetops in… Read more
Absolutely amazing place Staff are fast,courteous and extremely competent. The food is exceptional The setting is out of this world Nothing is too much trouble I was on safari for 3 days in Kruger and I stayed here. I have done multiple safari’s before in Kenya,Tanzania and Sri Lanka just to mention a few and stayed in places like treetops in Kenya and samburu lodge etc and I never thought anything would come close to these places but Kruger gate is easily on par with these places. Can’t recommend highly enough. 3 days was nowhere near long enough,I could have done at least 7 days. If you are on safari in Kruger park then this is the only place to stay Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic hotel and location

Nov 25, 2023 SeanL2748 United Kingdom

The location offers a great African safari experience with everything catered for. We had the luxury room which has large bathroom, kingsize bed and lovely private patio area. There is a large selection of food choices and meals all prepared to a high standard. This hotel attracts large organised tours which can be a bit overwhelming if looking… Read more
The location offers a great African safari experience with everything catered for. We had the luxury room which has large bathroom, kingsize bed and lovely private patio area. There is a large selection of food choices and meals all prepared to a high standard. This hotel attracts large organised tours which can be a bit overwhelming if looking for peace and quiet. The viewing deck and infinity pool area can be very busy and loud at times because of large groups gathering in the afternoon/evening. Read less