Our rates are inclusive of Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

Twilight at the Lapa Restaurant - an unforgettable African Dining experience

Wood smoke rises from the crackling central fire pit. Under the widespread branches of the giant trees of the Sabie riverine woodland, the tables are laid out and lit by lanterns.

The grills are laden with cheesy rooster broodjies and favourite South African braai meats such as boerewors, ribbetjies and tjops. The boom of a big brass gong invites you into the Lapa Restaurant to enjoy a leisurely three-course meal under the stars.

The lapa is a traditional African space for coming together and sharing culture. It’s a place of connection and celebration. At Kruger Gate Hotel, feasting at the Lapa Restaurant is the perfect finale to a thrilling day in the wilds of Kruger. You can relax, reminisce about the day’s wildlife adventures and tuck into a delicious, nourishing meal. There’s a wide choice from popular local dishes such as casseroles and curries to a range of international cuisines like pastas and stir-fry dishes made to order. Whatever your eating preferences, there’s plenty on offer for vegetarians and pescatarians as well as child-friendly options. Every evening, the Lapa Restaurant’s new refrigerated Deli Room is well-stocked with crisp salads, cheese boards and desserts including our Chef’s selection of homemade ice-creams and the freshly baked cake of the day.

After dinner, you can gather around the glowing fire for a night cap, where guests share their safari stories and make fireside memories of their nights in the African bush, which they will treasure for a lifetime.

Guest Reviews

Wonderfull

Posted on 05/08/2025 by Google

Beautiful. Relaxing. Food and drinks was excellent.

Posted on 05/08/2025 by Google

Há 100 metros do portão para entrar no Kruger. NÃO fica dentro do parque porém está bem próximo. Da piscina você vê os animais dentro do parque. Hotel excelente.

Posted on 10/08/2025 by Expedia.com

Everyone is so friendly and welcoming, the hotel is spotlessley clean. We got to see all the big 5 plus many more. We truly had such a memorable time, big shout out to Langford our guide and Thempur and Tuli - thank you!

Posted on 12/08/2025 by TripAdvisor

We booked our honeymoon through TourCompass and stayed at Kruger Gate Hotel. It is an amazing hotel with the friendliest staff. The staff go out of their way to make your day and are always so kind to you. Our particular thanks go to Zenda who was brilliant.
The food is lovely too, lots of different options and new food every night. Even the usual menu was great too and a good price.
We did the private dining overlooking the viewing deck and were blown away by the service, food and cost.
The location itself is amazing, it is a long drive from any town but it is right on the doorstep of Kruger Park. We did 3 full day safaris with the hotel guide (Colin) and he was brilliant: so knowledgeable, funny, knew exactly where to go and found us some incredible animals.
The hotel was clean and the rooms were constantly tidied. The whole hotel was beautiful, decorated well and the animals roaming around were a great addition.
Was a brilliant trip and I would definitely recommend staying at this hotel.

Posted on 05/08/2025 by TripAdvisor

Absolutely magnificent massage from Yvonne and the team .

The place is BEAUTIFUL and her hands are like heaven!

Posted on 09/08/2025 by TripAdvisor

Nourriture délicieuse, ambiance chaleureuse et personnel aux petits soins. L’emplacement est parfait pour partir en safari directement depuis la porte du Kruger Park.

Posted on 10/08/2025 by Booking.com

Die Lage direkt am Kruger Park ist natürlich unfassbar einmalig. Infinity Pool mit Blick in den Bark. Die weitläufige Anlage ist sehr schön, und es kann einem schon mal ein Äffchen oder eine Antilope auf der eigenen Terrasse begegnen.

Posted on 09/08/2025 by Booking.com

Sauberkeit, gepflegte, Service, Essen, Ausblick, Anlage, Spa, kostenloses Wasser

Posted on 08/08/2025 by Booking.com

Frühstückbuffet war hervorragend
Zimmereinrichtung

Posted on 06/08/2025 by Booking.com

Excellent place to stay on the boder of Kruger. Good access and viewing, nice food and resturaunts. Helpful staff.

Posted on 06/08/2025 by Booking.com

Bellissimo hotel a due passi dal kruger gate
Infinity pool sul fiume Sabie pieno di elefanti che si rinfrescano
Scimmie, impala e facoceri liberi nei giardini dell’hotel.
Servizi in linea con un 4 stelle ma soprattutto consigliato il safari organizzato da loro.
Un ringraziamento speciale alla nostra guida, Colture, veramente entusiasta nell’esaudire ogni desiderio.
Chiedete assolutamente lui per farvi da guida

Posted on 11/08/2025 by Booking.com

Die Lage des Hotels war toll. Von der Terrasse aus konnte man viele Tiere beobachten und dabei einen Drink nehmen und entspannen

Posted on 11/08/2025 by Booking.com

The facilities were great

Posted on 09/08/2025 by Booking.com

Impeccable service, great atmosphere, just a blessing to be there!

Posted on 09/08/2025 by Booking.com

We loved our room, it was spacious and had everything in it that we needed. The property was clean and beautifully decorated. The staff went beyond their duty to prepare our halaal meals. I would highly recommend Kruger Gate.

Posted on 09/08/2025 by Booking.com

The hotel is great and just 1 min from the gate. From the pool bar you can see elephants, hippos and impalas. They have an area for kid with games and mini golf

Posted on 08/08/2025 by Booking.com

Esta foi a segunda vez que fiquei no Kruger Gate. Hotel lindíssimo, encantador, com uma vista para a reserva de tirar o ar, com direito a animais dos mais variados tipos se exibindo. Quartos espaçosos e confortáveis. Estrutura completa para família, casais e grupos de amigos. A equipe é maravilhosa, muito prestativa e sempre disposta a solucionar qualquer problema. A comida é ótima e muito variada, tanto nas refeições contratadas quanto nos restaurantes como o pool bar. Sou apaixonada por esse hotel! Destaco o atendimento do driver Siya, que foi um querido conosco.

Posted on 06/08/2025 by Booking.com

Great location right outside of Kruger entrance. Great bars and delicious dinner and breakfast buffets. Friendly staff.

Posted on 06/08/2025 by Booking.com