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

Stayed two nights. Will stay again.

Posted on 21/06/2026 by Google

I have been coming to the Kruger Gate hotel Since I was four years old and it has been the highlight of my year ever since.

My sister got married here and it was such an amazing wedding.

The views are incredible, the food is delicious and the rooms are impeccable. The comfiest beds I have ever slept in.

The staff are so friendly and welcoming. I have known Mishack since I was little and every time is so amazing to catch up with him. He went from making me vanilla milkshakes as a little kid to making me amazing cocktails as an adult. The last time I was there myself and my partner had a private dinner which was so amazing we had to have another! Zenda and Tsephe truly made it so special for us. The dinners in the Lapa is one my highlights as we always spot monkeys and sometimes if we are lucky a residential Genet. Samarina was so kind as to reserve a table for us every night at our favourite spot.

I could not recommend this place any higher as it truly is life changing!

Posted on 20/06/2026 by Google

An exceptional experience in a beautiful hotel. Staff went out of their way to make our stay a memorable one.

The rooms are beautifully appointed and spotlessly clean with comfortable beds, spacious living area, great en suite bathroom with wonderfully big showers.

Food was exceptional at the Lapa restaurant in the evening, with tables set around the fire pits and a fabulous array of local and international dishes to choose from at the buffet. Breakfast, served at the indoors restaurant, had everything you could imagine to the highest standard.

Overall, the ambience is what truly makes it; just amazing. 10 out of 10.

Posted on 21/06/2026 by TripAdvisor

Dieses Hotel ist ein absoluter Traum!!
Von der ersten Sekunde an fühlt man sich super wohl, die MitarbeiterInnen sind sehr zuvorkommend, freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Absolute Empfehlung!!

Posted on 18/06/2026 by Booking.com

Very safe for the kids to play and run around alone very clean friendly staff , amazing food

Posted on 18/06/2026 by Booking.com

Stunning location, friendly staff, incredible view and very useful for going into the park when we wanted. Policy (can’t remember the correct spelling) went above and beyond, Rhandzu was super helpful, DeVilliers made the best espresso martinis, Loveness superb breakfasts Mishak was always on the ball and everyone just had the best vibe. Thank you ❤️

Posted on 26/06/2026 by Booking.com

Lokalizacja, obsługa, basen, jedzenie

Posted on 25/06/2026 by Booking.com

Everything is spotless, staff are happy and welcoming, food is great, perfect for families. Highly recommend!

Posted on 25/06/2026 by Booking.com

De locatie en het eten

Posted on 19/06/2026 by Booking.com