Our rates are inclusive of Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

Family-friendly dining - something delicious for everyone

If you’re planning a Kruger Park family holiday, you are probably going to be wondering what the kids will eat while you’re far out in the bush.

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Making sure there’s lots of choice for children, is a crucial aspect of family-friendly accommodation in and around the Kruger Park. For some families, travelling with small, picky eaters can be stressful, and that’s why our chefs have paid attention to curating menus that make Kruger safaris with us easier for parents! At Kruger Gate Hotel, we believe that great meals are the heart of unforgettable family moments. Our dining options are designed to cater to all ages and tastes, offering something delicious for everyone.

Start the day right at Kudyela – Breakfast is a treat at our Kudyela Restaurant, especially for little ones. Kids can enjoy a wide choice of fresh fruits, creamy yoghurts, and indulgent breakfast waffles drizzled with syrup. For heartier appetites, our hot breakfasts are made to order, ensuring everyone’s favourite morning meal is just the way they like it.

Evenings under the stars at the Lapa – Dinner is an adventure of its own at our Lapa Restaurant. Each evening, there are specially made kid-friendly options like good, simple pasta dishes and braai favourites. A top favourite with youngsters, and the young at heart, are our s’mores and roosterbroodjies grilled over the coals. There’s a wide array of desserts each evening, but our younger guests often prefer to finish off with a scoop, or two of our Chef’s homemade ice cream.

Flexible family dining – For a relaxed lunch around the family pool or a quiet evening in, our à la carte menu and in-room dining service include a dedicated kiddies’ menu as well as classics like sandwiches, burgers, and woodfired pizzas that are sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

Treats anytime at the coffee shop – Our all-day coffee shop is perfect for quick bites and indulgent snacks. Choose from a selection of freshly baked goods and sandwiches, ideal for a light family lunch or an on-the-go snack.

Private dining with a view over Kruger – For a truly special experience, opt for private family dining in one of our pods along the game-viewing deck. Enjoy a tailored menu while soaking in the sights and sounds of the Kruger wilderness.

Guest Reviews

Amazing stay, food, decor, amenities, rooms were great and would love to stay here again. Safari was also amazing with a great guide, Culture. Conveniently located 1min away from the Paul Kruger Gate. Highly recommend staying here.

Posted on 11/09/2025 by Expedia.com

The Kruger Gate experience was absolutely fabulous experience for the whole family. Our only regret was that we didn\'t stay long enough (4 days). Kruger gate Hotel deserves a 7 day visit. Next time we visit it will be for 7 days or more :)

Posted on 15/09/2025 by TripAdvisor

Honestly, a trip of a lifetime. The hotel is beautiful and sits in a natural environment with animals around like monkeys, baboons and deer. The staff are equally as fantastic and go out of their way to help you and make you have the best experience.

The pool next to the bar is something to behold as you will often see animals at watering holes just the other side of the pool - we saw elephants, giraffes and zebras whilst having a swim. An incredibly experience. I couldn\'t recommend this hotel enough and can\'t actually fault it in anyway. This hotel is not a glitzy 5 star city hotel, it is a 5 star safari hotel with everything you would possibly need for a fantastic break.

There are 2 swimming pools on site that are immaculate, there are tennis courts and mini golf for some down time too. At the mini golf you will be joined by some extra visitors in warthogs and monkeys which just add to the fun of it all.

We booked our Safari through Tour Compass and I have to give a special mention to John, our driver and safari expert. He was just the best, so knowledgeable and understanding and helped us throughout our week stay to spot the big 5 and much much more. If it is a safari experience you are looking for then this is the place to go.

Posted on 12/09/2025 by TripAdvisor

Kruger Gate Hotel offers stunning location, luxurious rooms, outstanding service, excellent dining and great amenities.

Posted on 13/09/2025 by TripAdvisor

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.

Posted on 12/09/2025 by TripAdvisor

Lage, Personal, Buffets, Ausstattung. Fazit: Eine supergute Lodge!

Posted on 17/09/2025 by Booking.com

Super schönes Hotel mit Blick auf den Kruger Nationalpark .
Personal sehr freundlich und Hilfsbereit.
Man kann auch diverse Safaris über das Hotel buchen.

Posted on 17/09/2025 by Booking.com

Quarto muito confortável e espaçoso.

Posted on 16/09/2025 by Booking.com

De tudo. Localização excelente. Banheiro excelente. Cama excelente. Café da manhã melhor do mundo. Jantar legal. Piscina linda com possibilidade de ver animais (vimos hipopótamo na nossa vez).

Posted on 18/09/2025 by Booking.com