Our rates are inclusive of Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

The rich cultures behind the friendly faces on your Kruger safari

One of the most common themes in the guest feedback about Kruger Gate Hotel is the warmth and care of our staff:

“Tshepo served us both nights, he was so attentive and provided amazing service. So kind and such a pleasure to talk to. Thank you! The staff were all very polite and accommodating… The staff are wonderfully friendly and welcoming, the rooms are spacious, and the food is magnificent. This is one of the nicest places we’ve stayed.”

“The service throughout our stay was warm, friendly, and incredibly kind – we felt welcome from the moment we arrived. Our kids (6 and 9) were completely enchanted, and everything from start to finish was smooth, welcoming, and unforgettable. Huge thanks to Kurt Safari and Kruger Gate Hotel for an amazing family adventure! The location, the super friendly staff, the spacious and beautiful rooms – we loved it all.”

Most of the staff at the Kruger Gate Hotel come from our surrounding communities. Mpumalanga is home to Tsonga, Shangaan and Mapulani peoples who have lived in the area since the 1800’s. Tsonga and Shangaan people share a common origin and linguistic traditions with other Southern African peoples such the Zulu, Xhosa and Swazi, while the Mapulani people have Northern Sotho origins.

Today, as is typical for modern South Africa, the communities neighbouring the Kruger National Park are a melting pot of cultures, languages and traditions that share common ground. Visitors will find a decidedly human-centred approach to life – enjoyment of shared community experiences, exceptional music, dance and storytelling, and a particular generosity of spirit towards children and the elderly.

Many of our guests take the opportunity to visit the Shangana Cultural Village in nearby Hazyview to have immersive experiences that elevate their safari holiday. Here you can shop for authentic arts and crafts at the Marula Market, watch dancers and singers tell the story of the Shangaan people, and even participate in a traditional feast at the Royal Kraal.

Whether you choose to deep-dive into a local cultural experience or just enjoy engaging daily with our friendly staff, you will be touched by the warmth of your welcome into the world of South Africa’s greatest National Park.

Guest Reviews

Our experience was phenomenal..the stay was amazing from the security at the gate to the help desk and the management team were very friendly and helpful…ohh I can not forget Refiloe and Miguel and the team at large…they were exceptional…

Posted on 20/10/2025 by Google

(Translated by Google) Really friendly staff.

(Original)
Todella ystävällinen henkilökunta.

Posted on 13/10/2025 by Google

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Posted on 16/10/2025 by Hotels.com

The room was amazing..food was great from breakfast and dinner and lunch..the staff was friendly ohhh Refiloe who has made our stay extraordinary and the team at large

Posted on 20/10/2025 by TripAdvisor

From the moment we stepped into Kruger Gate Hotel it was like stepping into paradise.
I cannot praise the staff enough, thoughtful cheerful very friendly, the catering staff presented a variety of beautiful dishes every day.
The facilities were brilliant, rooms were spacious with extremely comfortable beds. And the view from the pool area onto the safari park were amazing.
I would highly recommend Kruger Gate Hotel to anyone visiting South Africa, especially first time visitors wanting to experience the Safari Park.

Posted on 16/10/2025 by TripAdvisor

We had a great experience at Kruger Gate Hotel. Since we made the reservation we felt that they were very kind and welcoming answering all our questions and support us. When we got here, Dion, the driver who took us from the airport was very nice and helped us to find the animals in our way to the hotel. The hotel has an excellent location and the Safari was perfect! Prince was our tour guide for the Safari and we also loved it. Staff are very friendly and kind. Cleaning is very good . It is a beautiful and big hotel. For sure I will come back!

Posted on 14/10/2025 by TripAdvisor

Wonderful hotel with an excellent viewing terrace to watch the comings and goings of the local wildlife...1st day, we spotted an a bush elephant and nile crocodile, with so many different species of antelopes at the waters edge. Food excellent and rooms very spacious. The staff were so helpful.

Posted on 17/10/2025 by TripAdvisor

Breakfast buffet was excellent
Location of the facilities was excellent
Tea/coffee/water facilities at reception was a great touch
Staff all fantastic
Lunch menu was great

Posted on 21/10/2025 by Booking.com

The entire experience was dreamy, we had a wonderful time. Between game drives that were amazing, we enjoyed all the hotel’s amenities, and they all contributed to our amazing Safari experience. The room was great, and so was the spa and the gym. The food selection is very big and the pool has amazing view (we even had some elephants who visited!). The staff is amazing and very welcoming! Highly recommended.

Posted on 14/10/2025 by Booking.com

Na porta do Paul Kruger Gate, staff cordial, quarto confortável, comida deliciosa, e vista para a savana que permite ver bem pertinho a vida selvagem do viewing deck do hotel (vimos girafas, elefantes, hipopótamos, impalas, macaquinhos, sem precisar sair do hotel).

Posted on 21/10/2025 by Booking.com

Staff were excellent, dinner in the Lapa was amazing with so many options. The pool overlooking the Sabi riverbed was especially great. We spotted a number of different wildlife including hippos and elephants whilst enjoying our morning coffee.

Posted on 19/10/2025 by Booking.com

Fantástico. A cordialidade da equipe, especialmente do gerente Miguel, é impressionante. A qualidade e variedade da alimentação, tanto no café como no jantar, é espetacular. A localização, a limpeza, a estrutura, tudo nota 10.

Posted on 16/10/2025 by Booking.com

Fantástico. A cordialidade da equipe, especialmente do gerente Miguel, é impressionante. A qualidade e variedade da alimentação, tanto no café como no jantar, é espetacular. A localização, a limpeza, a estrutura, tudo nota 10.

Posted on 16/10/2025 by Booking.com

I can\'t fault this place. Everything was amazing, from the rooms and facilities to the location, views and food. Seeing animals wander by whilst swimming in the infinity pool is just incredible.

Posted on 15/10/2025 by Booking.com

Everything was GREAT ❤️

Posted on 16/10/2025 by Booking.com

O lugar é perfeito não encontrei nenhum defeito

Posted on 16/10/2025 by Booking.com