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Reviews of Kruger Park Hostel

313 Varing Street, 1321 Marloth Park, South Africa

#12 of 28 hotels in Marloth Park

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 101 hostel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: March 3, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room - Annex
    • Stayed 1 night

    it's a very welcoming place. the spot in the reserve is excellent.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2025

    9.0
    Amazing experience, affordable price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard King Room - Annex
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. Everything was great!

    The place is perfectly located, Marloth is very safe and close to Crocodile bridge gate. The room, shower, food, game drives were all very personalized for us. Common areas were so cool, even some animals came visit. Mayra and Rene are great hosts. They run the hostel and at the same time hang out with us. If you are lucky they even do the tours with you. I would definitely recommend!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 26, 2025

    10
    Absolutely amazing stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A!

    I've stayed in lots of hostels before but this stands out as being one of my favourites for sure. Staff are so welcoming and friendly, they make a real effort to make sure you have what you need during your stay and make you feel like part of their family! The dinner was delicious and everywhere was super clean. The shower in the dorm was lovely too :) The location is incredible. You are in and amongst so much wildlife, animals coming to the pool was an absolute highlight. Martin was a wonderful guy, so much energy and enthusiasm on the game drive! I highly recommend doing the game drive and the night drive, it is so worth it. Thank you for a great stay, I really hope to be back one day!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    10
    Fantastic Stay in the Wilde Life Park.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No negativ aspects at all.

    The friendlyness of the hosts. Very friendly family managed Hostel. You istantly feel welcomed as a New member of the family. Kruger Tours are organised from the Hostel. So you are abel to enjoy the Kruger Parl as much as possible with your friends from the Kruger Park Hostel. Everyone was very friendly and warm harte. Thank you very much for the great time in your Hostel. I will ne er forget this oustanding days in your Hostel. Thank You. Robert.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 30, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything except the food

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 30, 2024

    10
    A beautiful experience,we also interacted with Zebras,that was my highlight of my stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only the mess in the shared bathroom made by other guests

    Our room was spacious,well ventilated and comfortable. The shared bathroom gets serviced daily but the people who came in on our 2nd night made a lot of mess which I can’t fault the establishment.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 25, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything was perfect. Definitely good value for money

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2024

    10
    Excelente!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    My favourite part was the animals that would come visit us.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 20, 2024

    10
    Would have liked to stay longer that’s how nice everything is
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2024

    10
    Magical stay at Kruger Park Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little slice of bush heaven tucked near the Kruger Park. The staff and volunteers were extremely kind and attentive and quickly make you feel part of the hostel community. Within a few hours of arriving we had visitors by the pool (zebras!). The hostel was extremely clean and well decorated. The pool was clean and great for when you need to cool down. There were different spaces to mingle with others or have some quiet time/do work if you wish. The tours were awesome - despite it being a scorcher of a day we saw a plethora of wildlife! The hostel doesn’t host too many guests, which creates an intimate feel and makes it easier to get to know everyone. By the end of the trip, you will feel like part of the hostel family. I hope to visit again and will recommend to friends! 🌻

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lack of electronic plugs in the room.

    Great location in the reserve..you can see animals right next to where you sleep. Staff is incredible friendly and knowledgeable and can help you out with trips (not just with the ones they offer themselves). This is a great starting point for all those who want to go to Kruger on a budget. Great hostel, great vibe, very clean. Bicycle rental, dinner included, and so much more

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2024

    10
    Incredible!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WiFi a little spotty since we were in the edge room but not a big issue

    Super awesome staff. Very clean. The braai was incredible. Ac in room is a lifesaver. Very friendly hostel

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2024

    10
    Easy 10 out of 10. Best way to make Kruger on a budget. Chill hostel, great atmosphere.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing.

    The family who runs the hostel will definitely go out of their way to make sure your stay is as comfortable as possible. The hostel is chill, but social, it organizes activities on chill days, afternoon BBQs, game drives to Kruger, transfer to night safaris, etc. Everything was really easy. I recommend staying at least 3 nights to be able to do all activities.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 28, 2024

    10
    Our stay was amazing, beyond our expectation!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room - Annex
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    We loved everything about the place, everyone was super friendly and helpful, overall everything was just amazing!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 22, 2024

    10
    One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at. The family that runs it really makes you feel at home.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The vibe

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really minor thing which cannot be changed, I first felt a bit uncomfortable as the place is quite remote in a rural area. But this is what gives you the feeling of peacefulness 😉

    It was a great stay. Marion and Oliver, who were running the hostel while their son was on holidays, were great hosts. The pool is really nice. It is a really peaceful place which just relaxes you. I only stayed 1 night, if I had known before I would have booked at least 2 nights to be able to go on the early morning tour to Kruger.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2024

    8.0
    Hello Zebras
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom was outside the room and shared with two other rooms. The road to the accommodation is a nightmare.

    I arrived late and was warmly welcomed and fed. The volunteers managing the hostel were very helpful. The room is spacious and the bed has a mosquito net. The best thing is probably that the accommodation is in Marloth Park meaning that animals are coming to the porch to say good morning.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2024

    10
    Wow that’s all I can say
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I checked in very late but they made sure someone was there waiting for me, clean, nice food

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This hostel provided an incredible experience during our visit. The staff's hospitality, cleanliness, and commitment to a relaxing atmosphere were outstanding. The hostel's amenities and convenient location made it the perfect choice for an unforgettable adventure. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2024

    10
    Thank you for everything and the present that was given to me for my birthday,it really meant a lot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    everything was more than expected,the dinner and breakfast were super.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2024

    10
    Nice place not that far from Corocodile bridge!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard King Room - Annex
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Close to Kruger, nice stuff.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2024

    10
    The hosts and other guests were super friendly!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room - Annex
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. Everything was just perfect.

    The breakfast was great and the location to die for!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The mattresses were not good quality.

    Animals directly in surroundings of the hostel in the park. Panorama Tour and safaris for competitive pricing.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 4, 2024

    10
    Staying at the Kruger Park hostel is a dream! The animals appear early around the pool, they offer tours at a good price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The kitchen and the balcony 😍

    Stayed in June 2024

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