Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

5 star hotel

deluxe

Disney's Animal Kingdom Area

Why we love it

Who doesn't want to stay in a hotel with giraffes, gazelles, zebras, and many more animals & birds on your doorstep?? Book a savannah room and view the animals from the comfort of your room. Don't miss the beautiful, watering-hole style pool, and make sure you book into the award-winning restaurant Boma, an all-you-can-eat buffet, celebrating the flavours of Africa. You won't forget a stay at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge!

Hotel facilities and benefits

    • Disney Character Encounters
    • Character Dining
    • 24 Hour Reception
    • Early Disney Park Entry
    • Extended Evening Park Hours
    • ATM
    • Babysitting (+fee)
    • Balcony
    • Bar
    • Basketball Court
    • Campfire Activities
    • Cot (on request)
    • Disney Shop
    • Fitness Centre
    • Free Park Shuttle
    • Free Parking
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Games Room (+fee)
    • Hot Tub
    • Kids' Swimming Pool
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Luggage Storage
    • Movies Under the Stars
    • Outdoor Swimming Pool
    • Playground
    • Poolside Activities
    • Pool with Slide
    • Quick-Service Dining
    • Restaurant
    • Sauna
    • Signature Dining
    • Swimming Pool
    • Table-Service Dining
    • Valet Parking (+fee)
    • Water Playground
    • Wheelchair Access
    • Zero-entry Pool

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    Overview

    Embark on a safari adventure with a touch of Disney magic at this African-style lodge where zebra, giraffes and gazelles roam free on four picturesque savannas. Inspired by the traditional African kraal, the horseshoe-curved design provides spectacular views of the savannas. From restaurants, viewing platforms and many room balconies, watch these majestic creatures grazing in this natural environment.

    Throughout Animal Kingdom Lodge, discover authentic art, architecture and design; from thatched ceilings and rich tapestries to vibrant colours and cultural artefacts. The lodge features two full-service restaurants, quick-service dining and a huge feature pool with a gently sloping, zero-depth entry point similar to that of a natural beach, along with a 67-foot-long waterslide. The pool area also includes Uwanja Camp, a water playground with 3 distinct zones to please kids of all ages and a spa and fitness centre. Located just two miles west of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, this amazing resort hotel offers you the chance to experience Africa in the middle of Disney.

    • Magic Touches

      Guests are never far from giraffes and gazelles and you can watch antelope roam from tall lobby windows. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, you can experience the feel of an African wildlife reserve in the heart of the majestic African landscape. After a lovely day in the parks come back and relax with a Movie Under the Stars!

    • Dining

      Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge features award-winning, African-inspired specialities and classic American favourites for breakfast, lunch and dinner, amid a lush, wildlife preserve. Savour tasty dishes inspired by the flavours of over 50 African countries at Boma Restaurant, followed by a glass of vintage South African wine or a refreshing cocktail at the Victoria Falls Lounge. 

    • Room Upgrade

      • Water or Savannah View Rooms
      • Club Level Room - exclusive access to the club-level lounge with complimentary refreshments, personalised Front Desk and Guest Services plus access to Concierge Service at the Kilimanjaro Club

    • Parking Charges

      Complimentary self-parking is available at this hotel.

    • Leisure Facilities

      • Uzima Springs Pool and Samawati Springs Pool - both featuring a zero-depth entry and a waterslide
      • Uwanja Camp water playground
      • Zahanati Massage & Fitness Centre
      • Video and pinball games at Pumbaa’s Fun and Games Arcade (additional charges, payable locally)
      • Children's Playground
      • Disney Movies Under the Stars
      • Jambo House Campfire Activities - nightly old-fashioned family fun as you roast marshmallows by a crackling fire

    • Resort Address

      2901 Osceola Parkway

      Lake Buena Vista

      Orlando

      32830

    • Our top tips

      Disney Resort Hotel, use Extra Magic Hours

      If you’re staying at a Disney Resort Hotel, use Extra Magic Hours – these give you the opportunity to escape the crowds and visit the parks outside of regular opening hours at no extra charge.

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    The exact property address will be shared before your departure

    From October 2025 through Mid 2026, Guest rooms at Kidani Village at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will undergo refurbishment, followed by refurbishment work at Jambo House from May 2026 through January 2027. During these times, Guests may see or hear construction work in the area. Most amenities will remain available throughout the refurbishment.

    Dining

    • Jiko

      Jiko - The Cooking Place

      African Cuisine

      Discover a delicious blend of traditional African, Indian and Mediterranean cuisine. Steak, chicken, seafood and plant-based dishes are infused with a uniquely bold blend of tantalizing flavors and fragrant spices.

      Changing seasonally, the menu may include flavor bursting appetizers like imaginative brick oven-fired flatbreads and mouth-watering entrées such as oak-grilled filet mignon.

    • Boma - Flavours of Africa

      Boma - Flavours of Africa

      Family-Friendly Buffets

      Under thatched roofs, savor vibrant flavors from over 50 African countries—along with favorite American classics. Greet your day with a cup of full-bodied Kenyan AA coffee, tropical juice and a bountiful breakfast buffet. Selections may include made-to-order omelets, French toast bread pudding, pastries, carved ham, fresh fruit and turkey bobotie—a type of South African quiche.

      At dinner, watch chefs prepare Oak roasted meats, vegetarian specialties, coastal seafood dishes, fresh salads and house-baked pastries in the onstage kitchen. Guests 21 years of age and up delight in unique South African wines—many of which are available by the glass.

      Advance reservations are highly recommended.

    • Mara

      The Mara

      Named for a river flowing through Kenya and Tanzania, this savanna-like space serves classic entrees and grab n' go favorites.

    • Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar

      Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar

      Sample South African wines at this intimate watering hole near Jiko – The Cooking Place. Enjoy an appetizer and wine pairing prior to your meal at Jiko. A full bar is also available.

    • Victoria

      Victoria Falls Lounge

      Sample suds from South Africa before or after dinner inside this intimate bar overlooking Boma restaurant. A host of South African wines are also featured, all of which can be enjoyed in the flickering ambience of the fire pit outside.

    • Uzima

      Uzima Springs

      Invigorate your senses at this “spring of life” with cocktails, frozen drinks and more! Sip on a glass of sangria beneath the thatched hut or pop the top off a bottle of African beer.

    • Sanaa Lounge

      Sanaa

      Experience the art of African cooking with Indian flavors, as exotic animals roam the Sunset Savanna before you.

       

    • Sana

      Sanaa Lounge

      Savor unique African wines and specialty drinks at this inviting lounge inspired by the spice markets of Africa. Snack on an Indian-influenced appetizer with your cocktail, and then venture outside to see exotic animals roam the savanna.

    • Maji Pool Bar

      Maji Pool Bar

      Swahili for “water,” Maji also offers other liquids you can imbibe—including cocktails, wine and draft beer for Guests 21 years of age and older—along with sandwiches, salads and select snacks.

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