Kruger Gate Hotel

Incredible, the staff it’s extremely friendly, next to the Kruger park and food it’s so good. Even animals inside the hotel 11/10

I don’t even know where to begin. This hotel is perfect for anyone wanting a combination of a fun-packed safari holiday and relaxing evenings. We have just been for our honeymoon here and it far exceeded our expectations. Incredible. Location This is everything! Paul Kruger gate is just as you turn left out of the hotel meaning you are straight in to the park on your game drive within minutes. We also did excursions to the mountains and another gate but nothing exceeded an hour and a half travel. Just be prepared for a long transfer of 5 - 6 hours if you are flying in to Johannesburg. It is honestly worth it though to be so close to the park. Rooms The rooms are spotless. Cleaned every day and the cleaners are friendly and attentive. We had a king room which was spacious and also had a seating area and a great view. We did consider upgrading but we weren’t in the hotel or room enough and the room had everything we needed including: shampoo, shower gel, tea/coffee, fridge and hair dryer. We also paid extra to have the bed made up with elephants and roses which was an extra special touch. Food and drink A highlight for us. Breakfast at the hotel had everything you could possibly think of from omelettes, full English, pastries, breads, fruit and more. If you’re going out in the mornings reception will do a packed lunch which includes: sandwich, yoghurt, cereal bar, fruit, juice and mini cheddars - again a nice touch. Lunch by the pool bar isn’t included but is very good value. Beautiful salads and pizzas to enjoy with a view. The evening food was the best we have had in a hotel. All freshly cooked, all delicious. We especially enjoyed the stir fry and the smores. Desserts were huge and full of flavour. All drinks are reasonably priced. For something extra special and to try the best beef you’ve ever had, book the private dining! Staff The staff are what make this hotel experience special. From the moment you are greeted by the reception staff, to ordering a drink at the bar, being served dinner or just walking around the hotel everyone is friendly and welcoming. A special thank you to Tshepo for serving us during our private dining experience and making it one to remember, Rhandzu for being so approachable and chatty with us each day and Neo for looking after us most evenings at dinner. We will be forever grateful for making our stay what it was. Facilities The gym has a good range of equipment and is kept clean. Towels and water provided. The spa is phenomenal! The best massage we have ever had! Couples massage with bubbly and fruit platter is a special treat and worth it if you have a rest day. Pool viewing deck has incredible views - always something to see. There is also a park for children, tennis and volleyball court and mini golf. Try to find time to build in a free day to enjoy what the hotel has to offer. Drives and excursions We booked our holiday with tour compass who organised all of our activities with an external company

It has been an absolute pleasure to stay at Kruger Gate Hotel, so many memories made by our families over the 4 days. The grounds and facilities are spectacular, I’d also like to make a special shout out to Tshepo who looked after us at the Pool bar/Boma our trip wouldn’t have been the same without his personal touch and pride in his work didn’t go unnoticed. We will return again no doubt, thankyou.

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at the Kruger Gate Hotel. The service was outstanding, and we truly felt welcomed and well taken care of. A special thank you to Rose, Nomondo, and Idah for their exceptional hospitality and professionalism – they went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. Highly recommended!

We booked this hotel based on reviews and online photos, and it exceeded all expectations. Having stayed at many all-inclusive resorts and boutique properties, we can confidently say this was one of the very best. The stay was outstanding — from the cleanliness and comfort to the food, services, and overall hospitality. As vegetarians, we were pleasantly surprised by the exceptional food options provided, thanks to the combined efforts of our tour operator and the hotel management. The staff went above and beyond to cater to our requirements, always with warmth and genuine care. A special mention goes to Simon, Pholecy, and Johannes, who gave wonderful attention to all our food requests. Their cordial and friendly service made our experience truly memorable. We highly recommend this property for anyone visiting Kruger National Park — it’s the perfect place to relax, enjoy, and feel at home.