Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo Villas

5 star hotel

deluxe villas

Disney's Animal Kingdom Area

Why we love it

    We love Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House Villas for the incredible savanna views, where you can watch over 200 hoofed animals and birds right from your room! The huge Uzima Springs Pool is perfect for a relaxing dip, and the award-winning dining at Jiko – The Cooking Place adds an unforgettable taste of Africa to your stay. It’s a truly unique Disney experience full of adventure and luxury!

    Hotel Facilities

    • Disney Character Encounters
    • Character Dining
    • 24 Hour Reception
    • Early Disney Park Entry
    • Extended Evening Park Hours
    • ATM
    • Babysitting (+fee)
    • Bar
    • 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 with Slide
    • Quick-Service Dining
    • Restaurant
    • Sauna
    • Signature Dining
    • Swimming Pool
    • Table-Service Dining
    • Tennis Court
    • Valet Parking (+fee)
    • Water Playground
    • Wheelchair Access

    Overview

    Jambo!   The Swahili for hello, and a warm welcome will greet you as you arrive at Jambo House Villas, which is located within Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. These beautiful Studios and 1 Bedroom villas are ideal for those families looking for the comforts of home, while still being located in the heart of Walt Disney World Resort and steps away from 4 lush savannas, and with a wide choice of dining locations with African inspired menus, as well as the more traditional food options there’s plenty to keep everyone happy.

    • Magic Touches

      Experience the feel of an African wildlife reserve in the heart of the Disney magic at Disney's Animal Kingdom Jambo Villas. See exotic animals roam free on a 33-acre wildlife reserve at this truly amazing Walt Disney World Resort Hotel.

    • Dining

      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

      • Deluxe Studio - Standard view, Savanna view or Club Level
      • One-Bedroom Villa - Value, Standard view, Savanna view or Club Level
    • Location

      Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo Villas are located in the Animal Kingdom Resort area. Animal Kingdom Park is the closest Walt Disney World Theme Park to this hotel and guests can use the shuttle service to get them into Animal Kingdom in just minutes.

    • Parking Charges

      Complimentary self-parking is available at this hotel.

    • Leisure Facilities

       

      • Uzima Pool - A tropcial oasis, with zero-depth entry and a thrilling watersilde. Also includes 2 relaxing whirpools and a childrens wading pool
      • Samawati Springs Pool - Fun pool, that offers and exciting waterslide, 2 whrilpools and Uwanja Camp an animal observation site-themed water playgound.
    • Resort Address

      2901 Osceola Parkway

      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.

    Map

    The exact property address will be shared before your departure

    From May 2026 through January 2027, Guest rooms at the nearby Jambo House 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

    • 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.

    • Sanaa Lounge

      Sanaa

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

       

    • 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.

    • Mara

      The Mara

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

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