Hotel Overview
good times
we went for an early holiday celebration, were able to spend lots of time at the parks and some...
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tarapres
- Dec 14, 2011
A taste of the African wilderness with all the comforts of home
Fabulously styled around an African kraal design, set in a natural savannah and overlooking the wonders of the wildlife park, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge delivers an authentic and special experience that is perfect for children and adults alike. The lush splendor of the surroundings combines beautifully with the carefully styled rooms and vibrant restaurants such as Jiko, which offers African fusion cuisine (reservations strongly recommended) and Boma – Flavors of Africa, which offers family meals, for an all-round African experience without relinquishing any creature comforts.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Rooms
- Standard View
- Rooms offer view of the parking area. Features two queen-size beds, one queen-size bed and bunk beds or one king-size bed, table and chairs, ceiling fan, private balcony, vanity area with two sinks and a bathroom. Amenities include in-room wall safe, voice mail, data port on phone, coffee maker, refrigerator, hair dryer, iron and ironing board.
Maximum occupancy - 4 people - Savannah View or Savannah View with Bunk Bed
- Rooms offer view of the Savannah at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Savannah View with Bunk Bed features one queen-size bed and bunk beds or one king-size bed. Savannah View features 2 queen beds or one king bed and one single (day) bed. Both rooms offer table and chairs, ceiling fan, private balcony, vanity area with two sinks and a bathroom. Amenities include in-room wall safe, voice mail, data port on phone, coffee maker, refrigerator, hair dryer, iron and ironing board.
Maximum occupancy - 4 people - Pool View
- Rooms offer views of the pool area. Features two queen-size beds, one queen-size bed and bunk beds or one king-size bed, table and chairs, ceiling fan, private balcony, vanity area with two sinks and a bathroom. Amenities include in-room wall safe, voice mail, data port on phone, coffee maker, refrigerator, hair dryer, iron and ironing board.
Maximum occupancy - 4 people - Arusha View
- Two queen beds, Private furnished balcony with Arusha Rock view. Sleeps four people. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Compact refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. hair dryer, ironing board/iron, Cable/satellite TV with complimentary Disney and ESPN channels. Direct-dial phone with voice mail. Ceiling fan and air conditioning. In-room safe. Pak 'n Play Crib. Guestrooms are all non-smoking.
Maximum occupancy - 4 people - Arusha View with Bunk Beds
- One queen bed and one set of bunk-beds, Private furnished balcony with Arusha Rock view. Sleeps four people. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Compact refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. hair dryer, ironing board/iron, Cable/satellite TV with complimentary Disney and ESPN channels. Direct-dial phone with voice mail. Ceiling fan and air conditioning. In-room safe. Pak 'n Play Crib. Guestrooms are all non-smoking.
Maximum occupancy - 4 people
Hotel Map
2901 Osceola Parkway, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
- Area served
- WALT DISNEY WORLD Resort
- Nearby airports
- MCO - Orlando International Airport
- Area description
- DISNEY'S ANIMAL KINGDOM Resort Area
Amenities
- Airport Shuttle
- Concierge
- Fitness center
- Free parking
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Spa services
- Wireless Internet
Dining
- Mara
- A quick-service restaurant open morning to night offering great food and poolside dining.
- Boma - Flavors of Africa
- 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.
- Victoria Falls
- A mezzanine lounge, serving specialty coffees and teas and a variety of beverages at night. The lounge overlooks Boma - Flavors of Africa.
- Uzima Springs
- A pool bar serving beverages.
- Jiko - The Cooking Place
- 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!
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (97)
Ratings and reviews for Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
- All travelers (97) 4.4 / 5
- Business (1) 5 / 5
- Couples (32) 4.6 / 5
- Families (60) 4.4 / 5
- Friends (2) 3.5 / 5
- Singles (2) 4.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.6
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.6
- Hotel staff:
- 4.6
- Room comfort:
- 4.4
- Location:
- 4.4
- Value:
- 3.8
94%
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Terp in Town
Kinda dismal Animal Lodge
Very poorly lit. Some staff (chef at the buffet restaurant) go above and beyond; others, not so much. Overall, an expensive, mediocre experience! The animals outside my window were cool, though!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 1
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Don't hesitate to talk to the buffet restaurant staff if you have special dietary needs (I'm vegan). I didn't expect much but was treated to extremely helpful and gracious service and a very decent meal!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
predator
loved it
we had a great time going to come again next year..
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
In Hotel
hotel has an expensive rest and a not so expensive rest.. its up to your taste..both great..had a great time.. thanks disney..
Reviewer score
Would recommend
tarapres
good times
we went for an early holiday celebration, were able to spend lots of time at the parks and some down time at the hotel using the pool, hot tub, and play ground. The hotel also had cute activities like craft making in the lobby and roasting marshmellows at the outdoor campfire for our family to enjoy.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Not Applicable
make reservations, the good restaurants dont take walk-ins for dinner at the parks and hotels
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jolly Traveler
Wonderful Visit at Animal Kingdom Lodge
I made reservations at AKL because we wanted something a little bit different and the reviews about drinking coffee on the balcony and watching the animals sounded delightful. I later read reviews full of complaints about the hotel, small rooms and darkness of the rooms so I was a little nervous. It was wonderful. The room is a little darkish because the furniture is dark and evokes an African safari hotel - unique! The bedspread, drapes, and pictures are all bright and colorful. I loved seeing the animals from our balcony and probably spent more time than most watching them. THe most amazing sight was about 10:30 pm when we stopped at one of the outdoor viewing balconies and saw three giraffes. This was special because we hadn't seen them from our room. The other nice feature was the distance from the disney hubbub. It was a lovely retreat at the end of a very busy day. Loved it!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
DaveinBoston
Long Weekend getaway
The Hotel is tons of fun and the food was great. the animals are easy to see and seem relaxed considering how close they are to humans. The staff is friendly and busy. The one drawback I would give it is that the Hotel can be dark, even the front entrance seems poorly lit. Early December in Orlanda is great, crowds seemed light and waits at the theme parks were never more than 20 minutes even for the hot rides.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Jiko, very good food and a diverse South African Wine list.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
ggem
Perfect place to unwind after a busy day
Start your day at your balcony, watching all kinds of animals walk around lazily. At the end of the day go to the different overlooks to spot more animals; zebras and giraffes seem to be more active at sunset. There is also african story telling and parade every night. We enjoyed our 8 nights stay very much. Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Entertainment tip:
In Hotel
Don't miss the night animal viewing! Cast members will be at the Uzima Savanna Overlook providing night vision googles, and will help you identify the animals. It is just amazing!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
traveler from california
Hotel is good, but the airport check-in service is terrible
Good location, good amenities, everything is good. But the airport check-in service is terrible. The service staffs are not kind, even very rude and they have no service-mind. Except the airport check-in service, other things are good. It seems a bit overvalued though.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
In Hotel
You can see the animals just around the hotel.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Sirry
Weekend Getaway
Had a great stay. To have a room with animals grazing outside you door is quite a unique experience. Loved it!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Sean S
Great to see animals!
Really fantastic hotel and being able to see giraffes, zebras, storks and other animals just outside made it all the more special.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Sanaa restaurant at Kidani Village is worth the short walk.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Osolv
Loved this place!
this was the best hotel I have ever been in. We woke up with animals outside our room every day and the staff was wonderful, it was like I was in Africa. They had a buses to take u to every Disney park and waterparks. They even had a place to check in our bags to the airport and took care of everything when we checked out of our room. I love this hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
