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

Nice place

Posted on 20/04/2026 by Google

Amazing place to visit ❤️ ✨️

Posted on 20/04/2026 by Google

What an experience! Best time of my life. Made irreplaceable memories thanks to a wonderful facility.

Posted on 19/04/2026 by Google

Beautiful hotel situated along the Kruger park

Posted on 20/04/2026 by Google

We returned to Kruger Gate Hotel as a family (two adults, two children) for seven nights to celebrate two birthdays. Our second visit.

This is still our family favourite holiday location, even more so after a second visit.

I cannot imagine a much better place for a family holiday, couples getaway, or a solo traveller who wants to experience the highest quality and stress-free safari.

Some hopefully helpful details:

Location - directly on the edge of one of the best safari locations on earth, southern Kruger. You will see many of the \'big five\' from the hotel\'s pool area.

Staff/Atmosphere - everyone here is incredibly kind, helpful, and genuinely wants to make your stay as special as possible.

Safari - you MUST book game drives whilst you are here. We had four early morning private safaris, booked through the hotel, and one night safari booked directly with Kruger Park (they collect you from the Hotel).

Rooms - the rooms have recently been renovated and are very clean and comfortable. We had a family room which worked perfectly for four of us.

Food and drink - buffet breakfast and dinner are included in the room rate, both are excellent with lots of variety - South African themed with international alternatives too. Lunch and drinks are a la carte and are also excellent.

Value for money - just right. Everything here is high quality, but you can also enjoy yourself properly without having to worry too much about your bill at check out!

Cleanliness - perfect.

Noise level - you\'re surrounded by wildlife, so it\'s never silent (you wouldn\'t want it to be!), but it is definitely a very relaxing place to stay.

Some special mentions for some staff members:
 
EDGAR - we have been on safari many times, Edgar is the best guide we have ever experienced. We\'ve now had seven game drives with Edgar and every one has been spectacular. Ask for him when booking your safari.

MISHECK and ZENDA - nothing is too much trouble and they are lovely company if you want to learn more about life in this beautiful part of the world whilst enjoying some delicious poolside lunch or post-safari cocktails.

ALICK and NEO - wonderful dinner hosts in the open-air restaurant.

Overall, an amazing holiday destination.

Posted on 18/04/2026 by TripAdvisor

This is our fourth visit to the Kruger Gate Hotel as a family. I travel internationally from the UK with work, and this hotel is my favourite worldwide. The setting is spectacular, the location is perfect, and the public areas are immersed in the environment with many areas in which to find peace and quiet. The staff are excellent, and the food is of very high quality. We self-drive the Kruger Park which is less than 5 minutes away. Overall, I can’t recommend this hotel enough. Go.

Posted on 15/04/2026 by TripAdvisor

Todo menos el frío del agua de la alberca

Posted on 16/04/2026 by Booking.com

the location - the vibe - friendly helpful staff

Posted on 21/04/2026 by Booking.com

Hotel is perfect to visit Kruger park. It is located very close to the gate, the staff is amazing, food is very good and swimming pool area is prefect for kids and adults.

Posted on 17/04/2026 by Booking.com

クルーガー公園まで近く、またサファリツアーへの申し込みも簡単で良かったです。

Posted on 20/04/2026 by Booking.com

Amazing property and staff! Thanks so much Neo!

Posted on 18/04/2026 by Booking.com

Dit hotel is fantastisch qua ligging net aan de rand van het Krugerpark. De olifanten, buffels, zwijnen,.. komen tot aan de rand van het zwembad. Qua sfeer en gezelligheid is dit top! Vriendelijke mensen, uitstekende bediening. Een aanrader!

Posted on 18/04/2026 by Booking.com

Great location with the pool at the edge of the river.
Game viewing with a cocktail. LP

Posted on 16/04/2026 by Booking.com