Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge vs Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

A deluxe safari-style resort where guest rooms and public spaces overlook savannas with African wildlife.

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

A moderate resort spread around Barefoot Bay with island villages, Skyliner access, and easy connections to Epcot and Hollywood Studios.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

• Bus

  Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

• Skyliner

  EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Bus

  Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

• 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

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

• Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
• Moderate price tier with colorful Caribbean theming
• Large resort with a central Old Port Royale hub
• Close to Art of Animation and Pop Century via Skyliner
• Refurbished rooms are a significant improvement

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

• 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

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

• Very spread-out layout makes walking distances from rooms very long
• Dining options are limited and not highly regarded by guests
• Bus-only access to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom
• Lost much of its lush tropical vibe after recent reimagining
• Some room buildings are far from the main hub and bus stops

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

• Boma - Flavors of Africa

  Table Service

  African, American

  breakfast · dinner

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• Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar

  Quick Service

  African

  snack

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• Jiko - The Cooking Place

  Table Service

  African

  dinner

  View menu

• Kidani Village Breakfast at Sanaa

  Quick Service

  African, Indian

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Maji Pool Bar

  Quick Service

  African, American

  snack

  View menu

• Sanaa

  Table Service

  African, Indian

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Sanaa Lounge

  Quick Service

  African, Indian

  snack

  View menu

• Sanaa To Go

  Quick Service

  African, Indian

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• The Mara

  Quick Service

  American, African

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Uzima Springs Pool Bar

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

• Victoria Falls Lounge

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

• Banana Cabana

  Table Service

  American

  dinner

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• Centertown Market

  Quick Service

  Latin, American

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Centertown Market Grab & Go

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

• Sebastian's Bistro

  Table Service

  Latin

  dinner

  View menu

• Spyglass Grill

  Quick Service

  American

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

  View menu

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

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