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

This place is exceptionell and in a class of its own.Yes, the hotel is beautiful, perfectly located and everything else you could wish for. But what makes it even more special is the sincere and welcoming friendlieness of the staff and their professionalism. From the receptionists, the guides, the cleaning service, the chefs, the service and everyone else I have forgotten to mention here, they all deserve a raise and make your stay here very very special

Posted on 14/05/2026 by Google

Wow!! We had an amazing stay at Kruger Gate Hotel and cannot recommend enough! The staff are anll incredibly warm and helpful, the rooms well sized and the food delicious - particularly the pool bar.
The viewing deck from the pool is phenomenal and so active with wildlife, worth an afternoon!
The safaris were excellent, Harold was an exceptional guide with immense knowledge of the animals, flora and fauna and such passion for the job. The safari with Harold were a particular highlight of the trip!
Make sure to check out the craft stands in front of the hotel, incredible carved items made by the talented women from local villages.
Thank you to everyone at Kruger Gate Hotel who made our trip so wonderful!

Posted on 14/05/2026 by Google

The hotel is fantastic. The staff are super helpful and friendly. The rooms are clean and well presented. The restaurant is a beautiful environment with great food on offer for all palettes. The hotel surroundings/views are out of this world. A special mention to the private dining team, especially Zenda who went above and beyond to ensure our experience was amazing. 10/10.

Posted on 08/05/2026 by Google

Ótimo localização, alimentos e equipe

Posted on 12/05/2026 by Hotels.com

Great experience, nice hotel, nice staff, with a lot of accommodations, in a very nice location (close to Skukuza airport and one of the Kruger gates).

Posted on 11/05/2026 by TripAdvisor

Fantastic stay at Kruger Gate hotel. Our room was gorgeous with a large comfy bed. The breakfast buffet was fantastic with lots of Gluten free options. We loved watching the monkeys at breakfast. The dinners were also very tasty and loved enjoying a drink round the fire after dinner. The main reason for our trip was the safaris. We did one each of the morning shared and the afternoon shared which were both good but our highlights was the full day private safari. It was organised great, they gave us a breakfast box before we left for the day and stopped at the local golf club for lunch. The hotel arranged all our safaris and airport transfers and it all ran super smoothly & we saw the big five. Also to mention the spa was great and lovely to have a massage overlooking the river with elephants in. Would definitely recommend this hotel

Posted on 12/05/2026 by TripAdvisor

We had an amazing honeymoon stay and an unbelievable safari experience at Kruger Gate Hotel. Special mention to Harold our safari guide, his knowledge is world class and made each drive very memorable. If you get him or request him you will have an amazing time!

The whole team at the hotel were so helpful and we had the friendliest service I can recall at any hotel!

Posted on 14/05/2026 by TripAdvisor

This place is absolutely incredible, all the staff are so friendly with a lovely disposition. Dinner is in a beautiful outdoor setting with such a wide range of beautifully prepared dishes. The safari Organization was superb with breakfast packs prepared in the mornings ready to take at 5.30am and they even have a barista on hand for those needing a good coffee. The location is right in front of the Kruger gate and you can see hippos, kudu, impala and crocodiles from the infinity pool area.

Posted on 12/05/2026 by Booking.com

Loved the facilities of the pool bar, gym, shops, bars and restaurants on site. Room was so big and spacious. Very clean and comforting. Food was awesome too!

Posted on 11/05/2026 by Booking.com

Magnifique hôtel avec des chambres très confortables. Nous avions une suite exécutive qui était juste splendide.
les animaux viennent à proximité de la terrasse (Kudu et Impala )
le restaurant et la piscine sont superbe … vue incroyable sur la rivière … on a vu des éléphants ainsi que des hippopotames.
La situation de l’hotel a 500 mètres de la gate. Les games drive organisés étaient top. La nourriture était excellents. On y reviendra avec certitude.

Posted on 07/05/2026 by Booking.com

Geweldig verblijf: de mensen, de kamer, het zwembad, het eten, alles is perfect en iedereen ontziet je. Jammer dat we hier maar drie nachten verbleven.

Posted on 13/05/2026 by Booking.com

Location fantastic, all services provided efficiently and with a smile. Food great, senior chefs oversaw everything

Posted on 08/05/2026 by Booking.com

Lugar espetacular, comida boa e muito bonito.

Posted on 06/05/2026 by Booking.com

Le calme, les animaux devant la piscine à débordement, le sentiment de sécurité, la proximité avec l\'entrée du parc

Posted on 09/05/2026 by Booking.com

Excellent rapport qualité prix . Fortement recommandé.

Posted on 12/05/2026 by Booking.com