Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge vs Disney's Old Key West Resort

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

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

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Experience the romance of the Florida Keys at this tranquil community of Conch Flats—a sprawling island hamlet with shimmering waterways, swaying palm trees and manicured golf-course fairways. Delight in sun-soaked pools, casual dining and such amenities as fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

Disney's Old Key West 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 Old Key West Resort

• Boat

  Disney Springs

• 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 Old Key West Resort

• Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort
• Relaxed, laid-back Key West atmosphere ideal for adults
• Full kitchen in villa rooms great for longer stays
• Quieter and less crowded than other Disney resorts
• Close to Disney Springs with boat transportation available

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 Old Key West Resort

• Very spread-out resort, some villa clusters feel isolated
• Primarily a DVC property, harder to book on cash reservations
• Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat only goes to Disney Springs
• Limited table service dining compared to other Deluxe resorts
• Lower-energy atmosphere may not feel as immersive for park-focused guests

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

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• 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 Old Key West Resort

• Good's Food to Go

  Quick Service

  American

  breakfast

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• Gurgling Suitcase

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

• Olivia's Cafe

  Table Service

  American

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

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• Olivia's Cafe To Go

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch

  View menu

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

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Disney's Old Key West Resort

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