- Welcome to Orbitz.
- Sign in
- Register now
|
Room Availability
There are only a few rooms left at this price, so we encourage you to book as soon as possible. Keep in mind that room availability can change at any time as demand changes, and when availability at a particular price runs out, the price for the room may increase.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
An entirely unique Disney experience to enjoy just west of DISNEY'S ANIMAL KINGDOM® Theme Park. It's the thrill of staying at a wildlife reserve with animals grazing just beyond your balcony. Rejuvenate both body and spirit in luxurious surroundings while sharing the grandeur of the African wilderness. The beauty of the savannah, the rhythm of tribal drums, exquisite cuisine in lush settings and the lure of authentic African treasures all come together to celebrate the beauty and wonder of this vast and untamed continent. Resort features 1,293 guest rooms, pool with slide and zero-depth entry, two spas, kiddie pool, arcade, playground, children's activity center, animal programs and a health club with spa services. Rooms are available for guests with disabilities.
Please be advised, Pool refurbishment will take place Jan 4-29, 2010. Pool is scheduled to reopen on Jan. 30, 2010.
Please note: Disney Vacation Club recently announced that it will build Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas, to be located at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Construction will occur in phases, with an anticipated completion date of Spring 2009. As Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas comes to life, you may hear and/or see construction staff and equipment inside the resort as well as in the external areas of the property during the daytime hours. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
The Walt Disney World® Resort offers an innovative service called Disney's Magical Express with complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle from Orlando International Airport, luggage delivery and airline check in for Disney hotel guests*. To book Disney's Magical Express Service visit Disney's Magical Express Service Web site at www.disneysmagicalexpress.com/US to register once you have completed your booking.
Guests arriving at the airport after 10 p.m. should be advised to claim their luggage at the baggage claim and take it with them to the Disney's Magical Express motor coach to their resort. Luggage delivery service will be provided for Disney's Magical Express to Walt Disney World® Resort for a resort stay who arrive on flights beginning at 5 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Disney's Magical Express Guests will be notified of these changes through their Airport Transportation Information Booklet.
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
4.4 out of 5
(40 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Hotel address: 2901 Osceola Parkway, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort
MCO - Orlando International Airport
DISNEY'S ANIMAL KINGDOM® Resort Area
This property has a smoke-free policy
A quick-service restaurant open morning to night offering great food and poolside dining.
Flavors of Africa, a family restaurant open for breakfast and dinner, captures the essence of vibrant life in the African marketplace. This family-fun buffet restaurant provides Guests with the opportunity to savor the African experience, with its multicultural influences. The restaurant showcases an exhibition kitchen, wood-burning grill and rotisserie.
A mezzanine lounge, serving specialty coffees and teas and a variety of beverages at night. The lounge overlooks Boma - Flavors of Africa.
A pool bar serving beverages.
A signature restaurant open for dinner featuring Modern African cuisine with the unique blend of multi-cultural influences from Europe, India and Asia with respect for the African heritage and tradition. It's comfort food with a twist - creative and fun!
Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
4.4 out of 5
(40 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Score
2 out of 5
The animals are worth it, non-existent s
Love good service! Dec 3, 2009
The animals are fun to look at, if you can spot them that far away. Spa is open 8-8, as if anyone would use it during the ... day instead of a Disney park. Disastrous food - fast food and everything is pre-packaged including the tiny baby carrots and apples. No culinary urprises with shared kitchen for all three "eateries". You clean your own tables. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were WORK.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Great Hotel. You will enjoy it!
KARL AND BELINDA Nov 16, 2009
The hotel is great considering design, theme, and ambiance. Early check-in is a waste of time unless you are the member of ... some sort of privileged club of some sort. We ordinary guests arrived about 12:00 hoping to check in right away but had to persist to get checked into a room by about 2:00. Of course they tell you they only guarantee check-in by 3:00 or 4:00 PM. Meanwhile, privileged guests are getting rooms as soon as they arrive. Pool is great for kids (although they have the rule that kids cannot slide down the pool slide with a parent makes no sense to me). Poolside bar is good for adults to buy beverages and sit around the pool. Sitting around the outside fire was very enjoyable for the whole family (they also have an in inside fire). Seeing the animals in the wild was neat, especially the giraffes and zebras. Boma dinner buffet is a nice treat. Price is reasonable. Definitely go there. Wait staff is fabulous and food is good. They deserve a good tip. Boma breakfast buffet is a rip-off... no more than an over-priced Golden Corral with fewer choices, long lines and frequently out of food at various stations. Most of the cooking and food line staff seem bored with their jobs and indifferent to customers. If it were half the price it would be worth it. Gift shop is cool! Definitely go there. Overall, Animal Kingdom Lodge is a very worthwhile experience. You would enjoy it... can't quite give it five stars because of disappointing breakfast buffet.
Traveler type: Family
Enjoy Boma dinner buffet. Avoid Boma breakfast buffet.
Score
4 out of 5
1 st class Disney
blu bambu boca Nov 4, 2009
Very Friendly staff....Well run activities for children. My wife and I were impressed by our short but much needed vacation. ... My son had a blast and more importantly had a smile...We plan on making many returns.
Traveler type: Family
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
Enjoy Boma dinner buffet. Avoid Boma breakfast buffet.
--KARL AND BELINDA, TAMPA, FL Nov 16, 2009
Get a room w a view of the animals!
--JT 2 & 3, Port Saint Lucie, FL Oct 30, 2009
Look for the extended Magical hours available to hotel guests staying on the Disney resorts, also Fast Passes are great for getting through shorter waits once at the parks.
--Lala512, Austin, Tx Oct 27, 2009
Overall score
4.4 out of 5
(40 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Sort reviews by: most recent | highest rating | lowest rating
Score
2 out of 5
The animals are worth it, non-existent s
Love good service! Dec 3, 2009
The animals are fun to look at, if you can spot them that far away. Spa is open 8-8, as if anyone would use it during the ... day instead of a Disney park. Disastrous food - fast food and everything is pre-packaged including the tiny baby carrots and apples. No culinary urprises with shared kitchen for all three "eateries". You clean your own tables. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were WORK.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Great Hotel. You will enjoy it!
KARL AND BELINDA Nov 16, 2009
The hotel is great considering design, theme, and ambiance. Early check-in is a waste of time unless you are the member of ... some sort of privileged club of some sort. We ordinary guests arrived about 12:00 hoping to check in right away but had to persist to get checked into a room by about 2:00. Of course they tell you they only guarantee check-in by 3:00 or 4:00 PM. Meanwhile, privileged guests are getting rooms as soon as they arrive. Pool is great for kids (although they have the rule that kids cannot slide down the pool slide with a parent makes no sense to me). Poolside bar is good for adults to buy beverages and sit around the pool. Sitting around the outside fire was very enjoyable for the whole family (they also have an in inside fire). Seeing the animals in the wild was neat, especially the giraffes and zebras. Boma dinner buffet is a nice treat. Price is reasonable. Definitely go there. Wait staff is fabulous and food is good. They deserve a good tip. Boma breakfast buffet is a rip-off... no more than an over-priced Golden Corral with fewer choices, long lines and frequently out of food at various stations. Most of the cooking and food line staff seem bored with their jobs and indifferent to customers. If it were half the price it would be worth it. Gift shop is cool! Definitely go there. Overall, Animal Kingdom Lodge is a very worthwhile experience. You would enjoy it... can't quite give it five stars because of disappointing breakfast buffet.
Traveler type: Family
Enjoy Boma dinner buffet. Avoid Boma breakfast buffet.
Score
4 out of 5
1 st class Disney
blu bambu boca Nov 4, 2009
Very Friendly staff....Well run activities for children. My wife and I were impressed by our short but much needed vacation. ... My son had a blast and more importantly had a smile...We plan on making many returns.
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
Great Family Atmosphere
JT 2 & 3 Oct 30, 2009
Part of Disney - so you know customer service is exceptional. Food is great, though pricey. Savannah view is a MUST. ...
Traveler type: Family
Get a room w a view of the animals!
Score
5 out of 5
Disney Animal Kingdom Adventure
Lala512 Oct 27, 2009
The hotel was rather neat. Lots of African cultural items throughout, not just in the lobby. We explored the hotel grounds ... and found many different places to view animals (including night time viewing with night vision goggles)and artifacts. The staff was very friendly and there were family activities in the hotel throughout the day. The buffet style restaurant on site had many American food items to appeal to those that may not be so adventurous. The counter service restaurant located near the pool was open late (11:30pm) and if you're staying there for a few days, its a good idea to get the refillable mug. The store at the hotel offered a great option for getting those last minute gifts as well as junk food (at a premium price). If you plan to go to Disney as we did, its not necessary to get a rental car. By using the Magic Express and Disney shuttles you'll be just fine.
Traveler type: Family
Look for the extended Magical hours available to hotel guests staying on the Disney resorts, also Fast Passes are great for getting through shorter waits once at the parks.
Score
4 out of 5
Great Hotel
Disnaay Oct 26, 2009
The hotel is great. The attention to detail is remarkable and the staff is very friendly. The rooms are clean. We got a ... Savannah view, which was wonderful, but not sure if its worth the extra money. for us, we spent most of the day at the parks, although it was great when we got there, didn't really make use of it.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
The big 50/18 celebration
dog momma Oct 22, 2009
the trip was very peaceful. it was our anniversary and my husband's birthday.the park was nice and the weather was beautiful. ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Nice place
TJ Oct 21, 2009
If not for [...], I would not have booked this hotel since Disney charges over $300/night for the same room. I had a "pool" ... view but it was an obstructed pool view. We were over the resturant awnings on 2nd floor so we had a view of the roof more than the pool. The rooms are very small but we did not spend much time in them anyway. Don't blow your cash for Savanna view since there are several places you can watch the animals outside of your room.
Traveler type: Couples
Go to Downtown Disney for your Disney shopping. More selections there and entertainment.
Score
4 out of 5
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Ken Oct 18, 2009
Disney's transporatation system to and from the parks is terrific! Very convenient and regular. [...] ...
Traveler type: Family
Any of the 4 Disney parks. Enjoy!
Score
4 out of 5
wonderful views
karen Oct 11, 2009
great views; interesting food; family friendly ...
Traveler type: Family
for Disney facilities,dining plan must be bought at least 3 days in advance. Make reservations for choice restaurants in advance.
Score
5 out of 5
Birthday Weekend
TLR Oct 4, 2009
I went to the Animal Kingdom Lodge for my 25th birthday, and I had an amazing time! The staff was extremely friendly, and the ... atmosphere was breath-taking. I highly recommend making reservations far in advance for both Jiko and Boma, as they fill up quickly; but the food is definitely worth it! Also, if possible stay in a savannah room, as waking up to zebras grazing in front of you is amazing! The only downside to the hotel was the price, but it was still worth it. I can't wait to visit again!
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Janie Oct 3, 2009
Very restful scenic place. ...
Traveler type: Single
Score
4 out of 5
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Driver Oct 2, 2009
The lobby was beautiful and the animals roaming outside were spectacular. Our room was very average. Small, the bathroom was ... so small. We did not have the opportunity to eat at the hotel. The bus service to and from the hotel to the other parks was EXTREMELY slow and frustrating. Seemed like less buses went to animal kingdom lodge.
Traveler type: Family
I would drive to the park instead of using the buses. It proved to a huge time saver especially when there are extended park hours
Score
5 out of 5
really clean hotel
nanny & poppy Sep 20, 2009
really nice hotel, loved the animals right outside our window and very very clean. ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Fantastic getaway
Thumper Sep 8, 2009
Staff very helpful, loved being able to see the animals from the balconey. ...
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Super experience.
Grammy Sep 7, 2009
Awesome Disney property. Loved the pool, the African theme is very authentic. Everything top shelf. ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
Room with a veiw
Joe and Mel vacations Sep 7, 2009
Its was great to see the wildlife outside of your room. Have to do the Savanna view. Food was good rooms were clean, ... service was great
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Disney Resort AKL
Mom of 1 Aug 27, 2009
Resort itself was great! There seemed to be an issue with having all of our transfers correctly done. I am not sure if this ... was because we were on a Disney Cruise beforehand (not booked directly with Disney) or because we book the AKL via Orbitz. On the way home, I had to call the transportation company myself to confirm our reservations and then we never got the voucher in our check out materials from AKL. I've done this before with Disney and never had this issue.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Good Time
Former Travel Agent Aug 19, 2009
The Staff was very friendly and the overall experience was excellent. ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
A Dream Come True
Travelpjl Jul 28, 2009
Our stay could not have been better. Upon arrival, we found that we were randomly chosen to be upgraded to a 2 bedroom suite ... and were given all the privileges of private club level guests. Our room faced the savanna and we had beautiful wild animals right outside our balcony!
Traveler type: Family
Make dining reservations well in advance of your stay if you hope to eat at the hotel restaurants.
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
Sort tips by: most recent | distance from hotel
Enjoy Boma dinner buffet. Avoid Boma breakfast buffet.
--KARL AND BELINDA, TAMPA, FL Nov 16, 2009
Get a room w a view of the animals!
--JT 2 & 3, Port Saint Lucie, FL Oct 30, 2009
Look for the extended Magical hours available to hotel guests staying on the Disney resorts, also Fast Passes are great for getting through shorter waits once at the parks.
--Lala512, Austin, Tx Oct 27, 2009
Go to Downtown Disney for your Disney shopping. More selections there and entertainment.
--TJ, Lutz, FL Oct 21, 2009
Any of the 4 Disney parks. Enjoy!
--Ken, Fort Lauderdale, FL Oct 18, 2009
for Disney facilities,dining plan must be bought at least 3 days in advance. Make reservations for choice restaurants in advance.
--karen, sunrise florida Oct 11, 2009
I would drive to the park instead of using the buses. It proved to a huge time saver especially when there are extended park hours
--Driver, Chicago, IL Oct 2, 2009
Make dining reservations well in advance of your stay if you hope to eat at the hotel restaurants.
--Travelpjl, Orange County, CA Jul 28, 2009
Do more research on the restaurants around. Verify if reservations are needed. I went at this blindly and wish I had it to do over again.
--David, Huntsville, AL Jul 7, 2009
Sanaa is the best restaurant with phenomenal views.
--Lauren Super Mom, Bloomington, IN Jul 7, 2009
Inside the hotel
--taekwondo mom, Tampa,Fl Jun 1, 2009
The hotel is far from Downtown Disney and restaurants, so you are limited with dining options. Expect to pay. Breakfast for 4 was $80
--Florida traveler, Orlando, FL May 26, 2009
The restaurants in the Animal Kingdom Lodge were great and the African cuisine added to the whole experience.
--Ann F., Greenville, SC May 21, 2009
Disney Parks
--Tomi, Lantana May 26, 2008
the pool with the rock slide is a most
--FRANCISCA, Los Angeles, CA Sep 1, 2007
MGM and The Sports Complex were a short ride away. Nothing was in walking distance. We had a problem trying to use the Go Orlando Passes since we had to go to the World of Denim to get them and no transport service would go (Disney/Miers).
--Renee, Allentown, PA Aug 9, 2007
The gift shop was well stocked and the staff were so friendly and helpful. I was able to mail my purchases home and avoid being weighed down.
--JUDITH, Chicago, IL Apr 21, 2007
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
Loading...please wait
Sorry, we cannot perform that search at this time. Either the pick-up or drop-off location needs to be an airport.
Book online or call
1-800-504-3248 (toll free)
Book online or call
1-800-504-3248 (toll free)
Book online or call
1-800-504-3248 (toll free)
Book online or call
1-800-504-3248 (toll free)
Orbitz guards your privacy and security. We're certified by TRUSTe and Verisign.
© 2001 - 2009, Orbitz, LLC. All rights reserved.
CST 2063530-50;
Hawaii TAR-5627;
Iowa 644;
Nevada 2003-0387;
Washington 602-102-724
