On the Sabi River at the Paul Kruger Gate, R536, 7020 Skukuza, South Africa
#6 of 15 hotels in Skukuza
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1868 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 August 2025
Michael
United StatesIt’s a beautiful property with very friendly and attentive employees. The lighting is warm and inviting and the resort feels like a huge treehouse with wildlife everywhere. The property even went above and beyond helping us to celebrate our anniversary.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 30 August 2025
Cynthia
United Kingdomthe game drives were quite long and not enough breaks between. The guide could offer more information and at times drove too fast we struggled to depict out the animals.
Excellent selection for breakfast with fresh fruit and cooked breakfast available
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Sarah
AustraliaUnfortunately the infinity pool was closed during our stay for maintenance but this is a rare occurrence
Fantastic resort, lovely staff, excellent food and great location, kids loved the pool
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Paul
South AfricaNothing major. Getting a little bit expensive compared to other options out there.
Amazing location and the food is great incredible.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Mei-hua
United StatesIts deck overlooking Kruger park and the layout of hotel w all amenities Dinner Buffet was excellent along w breakfast. Buffet. Service exceptional
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Andreea
RomaniaAbsolutely impressed with everything here. The room was so big, everything new, we would wake up and see impalas in the garden. Food was absolutely delicious. Like wow, so many options, for vegetarians as well. Would wait everyday for that dinner. Kind staff, we had some great game drives with them. So many options to chill, play boardgames, a gym that would compete with an actual commercial gym, so well equipped. Terrace and pool wow, we spotted so many animals just from there. Massage absolutely incredible, the view from the room was great as well. Probably one of the best hotel we stayed. And it’s so close to the park.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Hongjing
United StatesIt would be better if there are more breakfast/dinner choices.
Location is great. You can watch wild animals while eating at the restaurant in the afternoon.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Mel
New ZealandEverything! From check in, to organizing safari's, to preparing meals and hot water bottles for the cold morning safari's, to dinner shows and entertainment... everything was taken care of. The staff really go above and beyond to make you feel relaxed and welcome. I can't recommend the Kruger Gate enough, we will be back 🙌🏽
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Drikie
South AfricaNothing.
Everything was amazing! The location, the clean rooms, the friendly staff and the most scrumptious food. Especially the lamb on the spit on Friday night.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Diego
AustraliaN/A
We had an amazing stay at Kruger Gate Hotel! Perfectly located right at the park entrance, it made our game drives super easy. The views over the Sabie River are stunning, and you can even spot wildlife from the deck. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, the food was excellent, and the staff were incredibly warm and attentive. A perfect mix of comfort, nature, and convenience—we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Rearabetsoe
South AfricaExcellent property. Very quiet and tranquil. Exceeds expectations
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Zeeshan
PakistanLoved our stay here, located right next to the gate. A very warm and helpful staff, the rooms are clean and spacious and super clean. You will see a few monkeys and small wild life on the property which is pretty cool. Loved their night buffet with so many delicious options and a very nice and fun environment with music and activities. Strongly recommend.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Dave
AustraliaNoise coming from the wheeled suitcases running over the deck boards early in the morning and late in the night.
The pool bar and viewing platform area was a great way to have a drink and watch the animals late in the day.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Nicholas
South AfricaRooms, food and service very good.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Marc
New ZealandNothing to dislike.
Location great. Style of lay-out. Helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Kquil
United StatesThe facilities were great
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Chris
MauritiusImpeccable service, great atmosphere, just a blessing to be there!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Rhidwaan
South AfricaWe 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.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Aaron
ItalyThe 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
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Roshan
AustraliaExcellent place to stay on the boder of Kruger. Good access and viewing, nice food and resturaunts. Helpful staff.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Inci
United KingdomIt’s not I didn’t like but it’d be good if they could let us know about the evening and night drive safari options that can be arranged through sanparks as I didn’t know that there is a night safari option which I was really excited about. The hotel only offers morning and afternoon drives which is between 5.00-16.00
Everything ❤️ the service, the food, the location, the whole team that works in the hotel. It’s a perfect get away for both couples and families.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Bethany
United KingdomFood was amazing and great place close to the Paul Kruger gate!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Valérie
NetherlandsLove the location, viewing deck and the vibe!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Cvdriet
PolandThe baboon's can get a bit noisy at night! :-) And when people leave early or arrive late it is quite noisy outside the rooms when they walk past with their luggage, but these are minor inconveniences.
The location is really nice - bordering Kruger National Park on the river near the Kruger gate entrance where you get nice views of animals during the day especially. Good range of facilities, very nice breakfast and great supper's. The staff were really helpful and good. The rooms are not very special, but they are more than adequate. Overall we had a fantastic stay.
Stayed in July 2025
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