Holiday park
Hectorspruit
9.3/10

Gecko Cottages

Featuring free WiFi and an outdoor pool, Gecko Cottages offers accommodation in Hectorspruit, 20-minutes’ drive from Kruger National Park. Free private parking is available on site. Gecko offers three different accommodation options. There is an air-conditioned cottage with a seating area, terrace, private swimming pool and a fully-equipped kitchen. In addition, the property also offers two types of studio accommodation. The Standard Studio is a Queen room with en suite bathroom and BBQ facilities, while the Comfort Twin Room offers a twin room with en suite bathroom and a large screened patio with an outdoor kitchenette. Dinners are available on weekday evenings at an additional charge. For the more adventurous, Gecko Cottages can arrange a day Safari in the Kruger National Park, payable directly to the Safari company. We’re delighted to welcome your furry companions! Please note that only The Cottage @ Gecko offers a secure space designed for their comfort. There’s a small additional charge of R250.00 per night, which covers up to one large dog or two small dogs. Support dogs stay free of charge—we’re proud to accommodate their important role in your journey. Smoking permitted in the guests outside area. Please no smoking in the rooms. The Malelane Gate is 19 km from Gecko Cottages. The nearest airport is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, 78 km from the property. The Cottage @ Gecko. Optional Hosted Adventure Add‑On Enhance your stay with a personalised South African adventure. Choose from daily game drives, scenic excursions, cultural outings, or relaxed time at a nearby mountain lodge. Perfect for small groups, with optional extras like catered meals or an Eswatini day trip. Warm, attentive hosting included.

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)
Breakfast info: Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan
Free private parking available on-site

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Kids

Children of any age are welcome.

Dogs

Pets are not allowed.

Address

70 Kiaat Street, Hectorspruit,, 1320 Hectorspruit, South Africa, Hectorspruit, South Africa

Facilities

2 swimming pools Non-smoking rooms Free parking Free WiFi Tea/coffee maker in all rooms Breakfast

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a living room with a couch and a tv at Gecko Cottages in Hectorspruit

a living room with a table and a kitchen at Gecko Cottages in Hectorspruit

a bedroom with a bed and a red cabinet at Gecko Cottages in Hectorspruit

a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator at Gecko Cottages in Hectorspruit

a bathroom with a white sink and a toilet at Gecko Cottages in Hectorspruit

a screened in porch of a house at Gecko Cottages in Hectorspruit

a book on a table with a lamp and a remote control at Gecko Cottages in Hectorspruit

a white shelf with towels and toiletries in a bathroom at Gecko Cottages in Hectorspruit

a red toaster sitting on top of a counter at Gecko Cottages in Hectorspruit

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Reviews

Ksenia 10/10

Russia 🇷🇺

Pros: The host is cool! The place is warm and you feel like at home. The breakfast was very tasty. It is a very good place to stay after or before Kruger Park. Thank you!

Coen 9/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Pros: Very well maintained property, clean and the hostess very helpfull and friendly

Marietta 10/10

Japan 🇯🇵

Pros: The place was beautiful, private with all you need for a good vacation. Close to the Kruger entrance, it has pool and a really good environment

Maite 10/10

Spain 🇪🇸

Pros: Sharon is so lovely and we felt right at home. The place is located close to one of the gates of Kruger and was the perfect base for exploring the South. We had everything we needed and were taking care of perfectly! Would recommend without doubt!

Sinazise 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Best place ever

Pros: The place was clean,neat and very quiet. An hour away from Marloth park,20 minutes away from Kruger Malalane gate and 30 minutes away from Komartipoort. Very central space at an affordable price and also very safe. Our host (Sharon) was exceptional.i give it a 100

Cons: Nothing at all

Razia 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Sharon is the best hostess!

Pros: Sharon is an amazing host. She goes above and beyond for the guests and was very hospitable.

Clemens 10/10

Austria 🇦🇹

Pros: Our host was just the best. So helpful, kind and friendly. We felt right at home. The apartment was comfy and clean. The location to Kruger is also great - close to Malena and Crocodile Gate. We would love to come again.

Fulvio 10/10

Italy 🇮🇹

Nice place close to Kruger

Pros: Sharon is a great host, we went here for a night before our Kruger visit, very convenient just 15 minutes from the gate, and we decided to book another night after Kruger. Great value for the money, great hospitality, very nice place.

Cons: Nothing bad, location is in a small quiet village with only one restaurant. But you don't come here to party all night long. :)

Adlynn 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Pros: The breakfast was AMAZING! The room was clean and very comfortable. The hostess was like a mother to us.

Simphiwe 9/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

The owner made us feel at home; warm welcome; safety and the quietness of the place was so wonderful

Pros: In general, the room was clean. It is only a few things that need to be changed, mentioned on the next question and answer. It was a self-catering room, and the dinner is or was not applicable.

Cons: The Micro-wave; Pair of Scissors; Pots; and the Fridge need to be changed for hygiene reasons and to give the place its best. These items do not look good. A Can Opener must be added on the inventory list since it is a self-catering place, it was not provided. Provision of a padlock in the kitchen is crucial. With these improvements, the place will get a 10/10 on everything. Otherwise, it is a very good place for one to visit again in future provided these inputs are taken into consideration of which I believe it will be considered. In general, it is a good place for the tourists.