Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge vs Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Photo: Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Photo: Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
At a Glance
| Animal Kingdom Lodge | Coronado Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Moderate |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 3 restaurants | 5 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | 8 locations | 6 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Hot Tub, Water Slide | Pool, Hot Tub, Water Slide |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Savanna views with real African animals from room balconies | Gran Destino Tower offers true Deluxe-quality rooms at Moderate price |
Tier
Animal Kingdom Lodge
DeluxeCoronado Springs
ModerateArea
Animal Kingdom Lodge
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaCoronado Springs
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaTransportation
Animal Kingdom Lodge
BusCoronado Springs
BusTable-Service Dining
Animal Kingdom Lodge
3 restaurantsCoronado Springs
5 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
Animal Kingdom Lodge
8 locationsCoronado Springs
6 locationsPool Amenities
Animal Kingdom Lodge
Pool, Hot Tub, Water SlideCoronado Springs
Pool, Hot Tub, Water SlideExtended Evening Hours
Animal Kingdom Lodge
YesCoronado Springs
NoTop Highlight
Animal Kingdom Lodge
Savanna views with real African animals from room balconiesCoronado Springs
Gran Destino Tower offers true Deluxe-quality rooms at Moderate priceOverview
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
A deluxe safari-style resort where guest rooms and public spaces overlook savannas with African wildlife.
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
A moderate convention resort themed around colonial Spanish and southwestern influences, anchored by Gran Destino Tower and Lago Dorado.
Amenities
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
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
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Marina
- Volleyball
- Water Slide
Wellness
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Massage services available
- Salon
Rooms
- club-access reservations — chronos club
Other
- Business Center
- Laundry Facilities
Transportation
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
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 Coronado Springs Resort
- Gran Destino Tower offers true Deluxe-quality rooms at Moderate price
- Exceptional dining at Toledo restaurant atop Gran Destino Tower
- Beautiful Lago Dorado lake and lush resort grounds
- Large convention facilities make it great for business travelers
- Impressive pool complex with Mayan pyramid waterslide
Cons
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 Coronado Springs Resort
- Very spread-out resort with long walks from casitas to the main hub
- Primarily a convention hotel, can feel less magical than other resorts
- Far from EPCOT and Hollywood Studios by bus
- Moderate pricing but far location makes it less convenient
- Some areas of the resort feel dated and in need of updates
On-Site Dining
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
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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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Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
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Barcelona Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · snack
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Cafe Rix
Table ServiceAmerican, Quick Service - Coffee
breakfast · lunch
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Dahlia Lounge
Quick ServiceSpanish
snack
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El Mercado de Coronado
Quick ServiceAmerican, Mexican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Laguna Bar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Maya Grill
Table ServiceAmerican, Mexican, Seafood, Steakhouse
dinner
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Rix Sports Bar & Grill
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Siestas Cantina
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Three Bridges Bar & Grill To Go
Quick ServiceLatin
lunch · dinner
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Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago
Table ServiceLatin
lunch · dinner
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Toledo - Tapas, Steak & Seafood
Table ServiceSeafood, Steakhouse, Spanish
dinner
View menu
Community Discussions
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
- Animal Kingdom Lodge : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Animal Kingdom Lodge Tips : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Is Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort view worth it? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Is the animal kingdom lodge worth it? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Nothing beats the quietness of the animal Kingdom lodge ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
- Coronado Springs : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Coronado Springs Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Disneys Coronado Springs : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- First time back to Coronado Springs since 2006.. it's ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Thoughts on Coronado Springs as a whole - Reddit r/WaltDisneyWorld
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