Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
A deluxe safari-style resort where guest rooms and public spaces overlook savannas with African wildlife.
Photo: Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Pros
- Savanna views with real African animals from room balconies
- Unrivaled cultural and thematic authenticity among Disney resorts
- Outstanding dining lineup including Jiko, Boma, and Sanaa
- Largest African art collection in the United States on display
- Priced below most other Deluxe resorts for the quality offered
Cons
- Bus-only transportation to all parks, no monorail or boat options
- Feeling of isolation from other parks besides Animal Kingdom
- Hallways are extremely long, far walks from room to lobby
- Animals are not always visible from savanna view rooms
- Room construction noise may be ongoing during renovation periods
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Amenities
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Kid's Club
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Tennis Courts
- Hot Tub
- Water Slide
- Campfire Program
Wellness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Rooms
- rooms and suites with club-level service
- Club Level
Other
- Gift Shop
Transportation
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
On-Site Dining
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Boma - Flavors of Africa
Table ServiceAfrican, American
breakfast · dinner
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Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar
Quick ServiceAfrican
snack
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Jiko - The Cooking Place
Table ServiceAfrican
dinner
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Kidani Village Breakfast at Sanaa
Quick ServiceAfrican, Indian
lunch · dinner
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Maji Pool Bar
Quick ServiceAfrican, American
snack
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Sanaa
Table ServiceAfrican, Indian
lunch · dinner
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Sanaa Lounge
Quick ServiceAfrican, Indian
snack
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Sanaa To Go
Quick ServiceAfrican, Indian
lunch · dinner
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The Mara
Quick ServiceAmerican, African
lunch · dinner
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Uzima Springs Pool Bar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Victoria Falls Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Community Discussions
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- Is Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort view worth it? r/WaltDisneyWorld
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- Nothing beats the quietness of the animal Kingdom lodge ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
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