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Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Villas

5 star hotel

deluxe villas

Disney's Animal Kingdom Area

Why we love it

We love Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village for its stunning savanna views, where over 200 hoofed animals and birds roam just outside your window! With its peaceful vibe, superb pool area, and eco-friendly status as a Florida Green Lodging-approved resort, it’s a magical blend of comfort, wildlife, and sustainability – perfect for a truly memorable Disney stay

Hotel Facilities

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

Overview

Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas, Kidani Village is an African lodge-style resort boasting accommodation which offers self-catering facilities such as kitchenettes/kitchens. The Kidani Villas are located at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Featuring over 30 species of wildlife that roam free amidst a 21-acre wildlife preserve that includes lush, tropical savannas, Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani Village offers you the unique opportunity to observe exotic animals in their natural habitat from special viewing areas throughout the Resort – and from the balconies of select Guest rooms.

Magic Touches

The lobby and the Villas of Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani Village extend out and take the curlicue shape of a water buffalo's horns. This string of buildings can also be viewed as a piece of native African jewellery, a 'necklace' with Villas forming the beads, garden-like walkways creating the "knots" in between and the main lobby building as the ornament or jewel at its centre.
Dining

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Villas gives guests the opportunity to try authentic African cuisine, with dishes like grilled seafood and roasted meats inspired by the flavours of over 50 African countries. There’s also American classics like burgers and pizza.
Room Upgrade
- Kidani Studio with Savanna View
- One-Bedroom Villa with Standard View
- One-Bedroom Villa with Savanna View
- Two-Bedroom Villa with Standard View
- Two-Bedroom Villa with Savanna View
Location

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Resort area. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park is the closest Walt Disney World Park to this hotel and guests can access the bus transportation system which runs approximately every 15 minutes.
Parking Charges

Complimentary self-parking is available at this hotel.
Leisure Facilities
- Two heated pools with slides, children’s pool and an interactive water feature
- Health club, savannah viewings, jumbo campfires and animal programmes
- Disney movies under the stars
Resort Address

3701 Osceola Pkwy

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 May 2026, Guest rooms at nearby Kidani Village at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will undergo refurbishment. During this time, Guests may see or hear construction work in the area. Most amenities will remain available throughout the refurbishment.

Dining

Sanaa

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

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.
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.
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.
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.
The Mara

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

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4 stars:

Good shows and some rides

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4 stars:

Busy and least attractive rides , more for young families

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5 stars:

Our 2nd fav park, most quiet of parks

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Quiet in May 2026, great, few queues

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5 stars:

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5 stars:

Avatar ride is so amazing! You really feel like you are a part of the world! We saw so many animals on the Kilimanjaro safari which is great as a lot of the time it’s very hit & miss!

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5 stars:

Love love love Magic Kingdom-good to see the castle back to its original colours. Tron was amazing & even better at night! There’s lots of work going on so looking forward to the new stuff! Fair few ride breakdowns whilst we were there.

Trusted Customer reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 28 May, 2026
5 stars:

Not a huge park. A few good rides but obviously more of a large zoo

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4 stars:

Not too much going on but still nice

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Very busy as you can imagine but great experience

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Love this park Great experience. Staff so helpful and communicative always.

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5 stars:

Love this park. We visited during the flower festival and the topiaries are amazing. The theming throughout the park is excellent. Staff helpful and organised regarding long queues . Unexpected long waits for some older rides, but waits made easier by staff friendliness.

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5 stars:

The park had reopened on the day I visited, so there were some teething problems. Staff in the food areas were very polite but slow to serve and a little disorganised which is very unusual. 2 rides not running, but this didn’t spoil our day. Very low attendance numbers, due to reopening day, but that worked in our favour as we didn’t have to wait at all. Park was clean and all sandy areas tidy. More shady areas would be beneficial but I understand that it isn’t always achievable.

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Unexpected long lines for older rides, no express pass purchased as I believe the tickets are fairly priced without adding more to the budget. Disappointed that Disney continue to capitalise from the clients in this way.

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