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Breakaway to the Bush: The Best Accommodation Close to Kruger National Park

It’s not necessary to stay in the Kruger National Park to appreciate its beauty. Don’t get us wrong – we’re not saying it isn’t a spectacular experience, but you can have an equally fantastic time staying in accommodation close to Kruger National Park.

Kruger Gate Hotel

Perfectly situated in the Greater Kruger Conservancy, close to the Paul Kruger Gate, and on the banks of the well-known Sabie River. Providing traditional Big 5 safaris inside the Kruger Park with all the conveniences of a luxury 4-star hotel experience, our lodge-style hotel is renowned for its towering wooden pathways and treetop atmosphere. The hotel has sweeping views across the Sabie river into the renowned Kruger National Park and is situated in a serene riverside forest with enormous African trees and a diverse wildlife. Elegant lodging options vary from deluxe to family rooms, luxury suites, and the Nkanyi presidential suite. All of the rooms include elegantly decorated interiors with an African theme, ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning, free WiFi, and in-room dining.

Croc Bridge Safari Lodge

The renowned Kruger National Park is located next to the Crocodile River, where the Croc Bridge Safari Lodge is located. The lodge, which is less than a kilometre from the Crocodile Bridge Gate of the park, was built with visitors in mind. It offers stunning views of the Kruger, the river and the diverse wildlife drawn to the river bank. Close proximity to the Crocodile Bridge entrance makes it simple for visitors to reach the Kruger. Keep an eye out for the Big 5 and other wildlife in this densely populated part of the park. Bush walks, self-guided wildlife drives,night drives in the Kruger followed by a braai, and tiger fishing are some of the additional activities.

Grand Kruger Lodge

The 4-star Grand Kruger Lodge offers 15 guest rooms in Marloth Park. Grand Kruger Lodge is 450 km from Johannesburg. Indigenous architecture and tasteful African decor create an authentic atmosphere. Luxurious accommodation and fine dining are set in a quiet and tranquil bushveld setting and will make your visit unforgettable. You will feel right at home thanks to the attentive hosts and hospitality crew. In addition to Big 5 game drives, visitors can visit the nearby Komati River, which is a popular spot for tiger fishing and boat trips. After a day of game watching, unwind in the lounge, bar, patio, or pool surrounded by animals and bushveld.

Lion Tree Top Lodge

The Lion Tree Top Lodge is another prime option if you are looking for accommodation close to Kruger National Park. The lodge is situated on a private nature reserve adjoining Kruger National Park in Limpopo. Perched up in the trees, the secluded treetop tents are lavishly equipped and each has a wide private deck. The nearby self-catering flats are suitable for small families or groups planning to go to the Kruger National Park in the Hoedspruit area. A visit to the Moholoholo Animal Rehab Centre and hot air ballooning are highly recommended during your stay at the lodge.

Book a Getaway on the Kruger’s Doorstep

Is a holiday long overdue? Treat yourself and book a getaway to the bush. What better way to unwind than with the picturesque scenery, diverse wildlife, exquisite spa treatments, and mouthwatering cuisine offered at the Kruger Gate Hotel? Book accommodation close to Kruger National Park at the Kruger Gate Hotel, where you’re sure to enjoy an authentic African experience.

Guest Reviews

I was at this location for a wedding. Spectacular views, wonderful food and atmosphere!

Posted on 20/11/2025 by Google

Spent there 4 days with my partner. Extremely good experience, the hotel is very nice, well decorated, well located and their games are extremely good!
Really recommend them!

Posted on 19/11/2025 by Google

We phoned Reception at 16h00 on 20 Nov and requested a top sheet and light weight blanket for the night; on return after a sunset gamedrive and supper at the Boma we were disappointed that it was not delivered.

I had a headache, the shop was closed and I asked the Hostess at the Boma, Debra if she knew if there is some assistance. She went out of her way to find me 2 panado\'s! Thank you Debra!

There are so many vista\'s and various offerings at this hotel; I feel like so spoilt when visiting and the Boma is just beyond words! Thank you 😊

Posted on 23/11/2025 by TripAdvisor

This hotel is perfectly located just outside the Paul Kruger Gate by the Sabie River. We flew into Skukuza airport which is extremely small and booked the hotel transfer to collect us. The driver was very helpful, guiding us through paperwork needed for the park and giving us a mini safari on the way to the hotel.
Stayed for 3 nights and had 2 rooms. A lovely hotel with lots of different seating areas connected by wooden walkways, surrounded by trees with a stream running through it. It was well staffed and clean. There were viewing huts over the waterhole and Sabie River where we saw hippos and buffalo and a family of 3 bushbuck in the grounds.
The infinity pool was great, also overlooking the river and the pool bar/restaurant had a good range of food and drink and friendly staff. Just be careful not to leave food/drink unattended on the table as the monkeys come in.
Dinner at the outside Lapa Restaurant was fabulous - so much choice from their buffet and always some singing, often by the staff. The bushbabies patrol around the fence and occasionally come down looking for scraps, which the guests all found entertaining.
Breakfast was another huge buffet with a choice of inside or outside seating. There was also a bar, coffee shop and gift shop, plus a spa which we had treatments at, including extremely firm massages.
We booked 2 morning safari\'s with the hotel (I pre-booked these before we went) and they pointed out that it was fractionally cheaper for us to have a private tour as there were 4 of us. The vehicles can take 9-10 people but I\'m so glad we had the private tour and not the shared vehicle as it meant we could slide across the seats and see so much more and it was much more personalised. (We also did a sunset safari which we had to use SanParks for as private vehicles aren\'t allowed into the park in the evening, but it wasn\'t as good as a much bigger vehicle and less information).
The hotel used Kurt Safari for our morning tours and would thoroughly recommend. We had the same driver/guide, Karabo, each morning so he took us in 2 different directions and we saw an incredible variety of animals and he was very knowledgeable. It was a totally amazing experience!
The morning safari\'s start very early, and you have to fill in some indemnity forms before leaving (you need your passport numbers for this), so we had to be ready about 45 mins before entry to the park at 5.30am. We pre-ordered packed breakfast from the hotel and we stopped at a camp between 8.30-9am to eat - drink, sandwich, apple, yoghurt, biltong, snack. The camps we stopped at also had cafes and shops. The morning safari was about 6 hours, which is long enough really and gave some time in the afternoon to relax and catch up on sleep after a very early start.
We would love to visit Kruger again and if we did, I would stay at this hotel and I would definitely book the private vehicle safari.

Posted on 24/11/2025 by TripAdvisor

I had an amazing time with my sister and our friends. Beautiful accommodations, amazing food, excellent service!! A must visit!!

Posted on 23/11/2025 by TripAdvisor

Nous avons beaucoup aimé le cadre de l hôtel avec la gentillesse du personnel .
L hôtel est juste à côté du parc national donc très pratique pour les safari ( on recommande fortement les safari proposés par l hôtel )

Il y a de nombreuses activités dans l hôtel ( exemple : mini golf, spa/massage , piscine avec vue sur la rivière , belle salle de musculation …)
Et les petits déjeuners et dîners étaient tout simplement excellents !

Posted on 27/11/2025 by Booking.com

Sehr schön gestaltetes grosses Hotel in einem dschungelähnlichen Garten.
Wir hatten ein Deluxzimmer sehr gross und schön gestaltet. Bequeme Betten, 2 Waschtische im Bad, separate Toilette. Essen gab’s abends in der Booma obwohl gross sehr schön und romantisch!

Posted on 26/11/2025 by Booking.com

Pool

Posted on 26/11/2025 by Booking.com

O café da manhã e o jantar foram excelentes! Um buffet completo, muita variedade, funcionários muito simpáticos e prestativos. Valeu muito a pena!

Posted on 25/11/2025 by Booking.com

O hotel é muito confortável e tem funcionários fantásticos. A comida é muito boa. E ainda podemos desfrutar da experiência de estar na piscina e ver os animais bem na frente. Nós vimos Hipopótamos e Elefantes.

Posted on 22/11/2025 by Booking.com

Tudo perfeito!

Posted on 26/11/2025 by Booking.com

Best Hotel ever!

Posted on 25/11/2025 by Booking.com