Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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About Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

Enjoy views of more than 30 species of wildlife from your own room. Drink in the surroundings at the Uzima Springs pool and award-winning restaurants.
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Amenities

Monorail Transport
Boat Transport
Bus Transport
Skyliner Transport
Suites
Waterslide
Quick Service
Table Service
Free Parking
Kitchen
Pool
Restaurant
Room Service

On-Site Theme Park Benefits

Early Theme Park Entry

Transportation Details

Times are estimated and may vary.

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Rooms Offered at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

Alarm Clock with mp3 Player
Balcony/Patio
Mini Fridge
Ceiling Fan
Coffee Maker & Setup
Crib: Pack ‘N Play
Hair Dryer
Ice Bucket
In-Room Safe
Iron and Ironing Board
Pool Towels
Table & Chairs Tea Setup
Telephone
Television – ABC, Disney Channel, ESPN & more
USA Today Delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Voice Mail
Wireless Internet
Bed Boards/Rails (available upon request)
International Electrical Adapter (available upon request)
Rollaway Bed (available upon request)

Resort View

2 Queen beds or 1 queen bed and 1 bunk bed or 1 king bed and 1 day bed
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of rooftop or parking area

Wi-Fi
Alarm clock with mp3 player
Balcony
Mini refigerator
Ceiling fan
In-room coffee maker
Crib: Pack ‘N Play
Hair dryer
Ice bucket
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Pool towels
Telephone
Television
USA Today delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Bed Boards/Rails (available upon request)
International Electrical Adapter (available upon request)
Rollaway Bed (available upon request)a

Resort View

2 Queen beds or 1 queen bed and 1 bunk bed or 1 king bed and 1 day bed
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of rooftop or parking area

Water View

2 Queen beds or 1 king bed or 1 king bed and 1 day bed
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of pool

Wi-Fi
Alarm clock with mp3 player
Balcony
Mini refigerator
Ceiling fan
In-room coffee maker
Crib: Pack ‘N Play
Hair dryer
Ice bucket
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Pool towels
Telephone
Television
USA Today delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Bed Boards/Rails (available upon request)
International Electrical Adapter (available upon request)
Rollaway Bed (available upon request)

Water View

2 Queen beds or 1 king bed or 1 king bed and 1 day bed
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of pool

Savanna View

2 Queen beds or 1 king bed and 1 day bed
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of one of the savannas

Wi-Fi
Alarm clock with mp3 player
Balcony
Mini refigerator
Ceiling fan
In-room coffee maker
Crib: Pack ‘N Play
Hair dryer
Ice bucket
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Pool towels
Telephone
Television
USA Today delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Bed Boards/Rails (available upon request)
International Electrical Adapter (available upon request)
Rollaway Bed (available upon request)

Savanna View

2 Queen beds or 1 king bed and 1 day bed
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of one of the savannas

Alarm Clock with mp3 Player
Balcony/Patio
Mini Fridge
Ceiling Fan
Coffee Maker & Setup
Crib: Pack ‘N Play
Hair Dryer
Ice Bucket
In-Room Safe
Iron and Ironing Board
Pool Towels
Table & Chairs Tea Setup
Telephone
Television – ABC, Disney Channel, ESPN & more
USA Today Delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Voice Mail
Wireless Internet
Bed Boards/Rails (available upon request)
International Electrical Adapter (available upon request)
Rollaway Bed (available upon request)

Standard View – Wheelchair Accessible

2 Queen beds or 1 king bed or 1 king bed and 1 day bed, wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibility
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of rooftop or parking area

Wi-Fi
Wheel chair accessible tub
Options for hearing accessibility
Alarm clock with mp3 player
Balcony
Mini refigerator
Ceiling fan
In-room coffee maker
Crib: Pack ‘N Play
Hair dryer
Ice bucket
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Pool towels
Telephone
Television
USA Today delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Bed Boards/Rails (available upon request)
International Electrical Adapter (available upon request)
Rollaway Bed (available upon request)

Standard View – Wheelchair Accessible

2 Queen beds or 1 king bed or 1 king bed and 1 day bed, wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibility
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of rooftop or parking area

Pool View – Wheelchair Accessible

2 Queen beds or 1 king bed or 1 king bed and 1 day bed, wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibility
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of pool

Wi-Fi
Wheel chair accessible tub
Options for hearing accessibility
Alarm clock with mp3 player
Balcony
Mini refigerator
Ceiling fan
In-room coffee maker
Crib: Pack ‘N Play
Hair dryer
Ice bucket
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Pool towels
Telephone
Television
USA Today delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Bed Boards/Rails (available upon request)
International Electrical Adapter (available upon request)
Rollaway Bed (available upon request)

Pool View – Wheelchair Accessible

2 Queen beds or 1 king bed or 1 king bed and 1 day bed, wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibility
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of pool

Evening turndown
Secured key access to the club-level lounge, serving refreshments 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Complimentary fax assistance
Pre-arrival Walt Disney World® Resort itinerary planning
Complimentary health club access
Access to Concierge service at the Kiliminjaro Club
Personalized Front Desk and Guest Services
Complimentary newspapers in Club Level lounge
DVD Player

In Each Room:

Alarm Clock with mp3 Player
Balcony/Patio
Mini Fridge
Ceiling Fan
Coffee Maker & Setup
Crib: Pack ‘N Play
Hair Dryer
Ice Bucket
In-Room Safe
Iron and Ironing Board
Pool Towels
Table & Chairs Tea Setup
Telephone
Television – ABC, Disney Channel, ESPN & more
USA Today Delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Voice Mail
Wireless Internet
Bed Boards/Rails (available upon request)
International Electrical Adapter (available upon request)
Rollaway Bed (available upon request)

Savanna View – Club Level

2 Queen beds
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of the Arusha Savanna

Wi-Fi
Alarm clock with mp3 player
Balcony
Mini refigerator
Ceiling fan
In-room coffee maker
Crib: Pack ‘N Play
Hair dryer
Ice bucket
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Pool towels
Telephone
Television
USA Today delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Bed Boards/Rails (available upon request)
International Electrical Adapter (available upon request)
Rollaway Bed (available upon request)

Savanna View – Club Level

2 Queen beds
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 1 child under 3 years old in a crib
Views of the Arusha Savanna

What we love

Standard rooms are priced similarly to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and significantly cheaper than other deluxe resorts
One of the most fun resorts, with savanna-view rooms and plenty of opportunities to see the animals on the grounds
Home to more than 30 species of African wildlife — more than 250 animals — plus plenty of public viewing areas
Our favorite buffet on property at Boma, which serves American and traditional African dishes
Spectacular lobby with incredible art throughout
Uzima Springs is one of the largest pools on property at 11,000 square feet
Hotel is designed to maximize views of the savannas and animals
Free parking!

Keep in Mind

Furthest deluxe resort from Magic Kingdom® Park
Not on monorail or accessible to the parks by boat; requires bus or car
No quiet pools
Maximum occupancy for standard room with two beds is four
Furthest rooms are about a 10-minute walk to the lobby, pool and bus stops
Smaller standard room sizes than some of the other deluxe rooms
No water recreational activities
Hotel charges $33 per night (sales tax included) for valet parking

Notable Facts

The lodge was designed by Peter Dominick, who also designed Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Rooms are designed in a semi-circle, following Kraal African village design, to maximize views of the savannahs and animals
There are three savannas on property — Sunset, Arusha and Uzima — each with its own look and feel
Ostriches are only found in the Sunset savanna; zebras are found in Arusha; giraffes are the only animal found on all three savannas

Frog Family Tips

Consider upgrading to a savanna-view room; the view is worth it!
Victoria Falls Lounge gets very popular; if it’s crowded, try the bar inside Jiko – The Cooking Place
Pick up an animal viewing guide from the front desk if you don’t find one in your room
Request a room on the higher floors for more expansive views; request a room on the second floor to be closer to the animals; the third floor is likely the sweet spot
The Zebra trail rooms facing the Uzima savanna offer more unspoiled views; the Arusha savanna includes a large rock formation and public viewing area

Best For

Animal-loving families, especially larger families with longer stays, who are looking for kitchenettes or full kitchens, in-room washers and dryers, and deluxe-level amenities

*The views and opinions expressed here are those of Undercover Tourist.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Information

An entirely unique Disney experience just to the 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 savanna, 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.
EXCLUSIVE THEME PARK BENEFITS:

Early Theme Park Entry for Resort Hotel Guests – guests of Disney Resort hotels and other select hotels can get a 30-minute jump on their Disney day with early theme park entry—available at all 4 Walt Disney World theme parks—for each day of your stay, subject to capacity
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours – guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels or Disney Deluxe Villas and other select hotels can enjoy extended evening hours—experiencing select attractions, shops, and dining after regular park hours—in select theme parks on select nights.

Planning to visit a theme park? To enter a park, both a park reservation and valid theme park ticket, for the same park on the same date, are required for Guests ages 3 and up. Keep in mind: a hotel reservation does not guarantee theme park access (though Disney Hotel Guests do have access to a separate pool), and you’ll need a Disney account to make a separate theme park reservation. Prior to booking, be sure to view theme park reservation availability as park reservations are limited in availability and not guaranteed. You can check the reservation availability here.

Face coverings are optional for Guests in both indoor and outdoor locations. However, face coverings are not permitted while experiencing water slides or in the water.
Some imagery shown throughout our website does not represent current operational and safety guidelines.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Refurbishments

The following resort amenities are unavailable at this time:

Jiko Wine Tasting – Temporarily Unavailable
Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center – Fitness centers are open, but resort spa and salon services are available only at the Grand Floridian Spa

Transportation Pick-Up Locations

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Amenities

General Resort Info:

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
1,293 Guest Rooms
Accessible rooms available
Non-smoking establishment
Building offers elevators and interior corridors
Free Wi-Fi
Free self-parking

Jiko – The Cooking Place, full service restaurant
Boma – Flavors of Africa, all-you-can-eat buffet for breakfast and dinner
The Mara, quick-service restaurant
Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar, bar and lounge
Victoria Falls Lounge, bar and lounge
Uzima Springs Pool Bar, poolside bar
Sanaa, full-service restaurant (located in Kidani Village)
Sanaa Lounge, bar and lounge (located in Kidani Village)
Maji Pool Bar, poolside bar (located in Kidani Village)
Dine with an Animal Specialist, special 4-course lunch with an animal expert at Sanaa

Recreation at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge:

Uzima Pool with zero-depth entry and 67-ft.-long water slide
Children’s pool
2 whirlpool spas
Children’s playground
Arcade
Fitness center
Jambo House campfire activities
Movies Under the Stars
Painting classes

Disney Theme Parks
Disney Water Parks
Disney Springs™
Official Walt Disney World® Hotels (requires one transfer at a Disney Theme Park)

Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center
ATM
Mail services
Merchandise location (gifts, sundries)
Self service laundry facilities
Valet laundry service
Concierge
Locker rentals available near the Uzima pool for $1 per use
Hotel charges $33 per night (sales tax included) for valet parking

General Walt Disney World® Resort Benefits

Staying on-site at an Official Walt Disney World® Hotel gives you several great complimentary benefits, including free transportation and more.
The Frog Family absolutely loves staying on-site not just for the fun themes and Disney atmosphere of the hotels, but also for the convenient amenities. Some of the other complimentary benefits include:

Convenient Proximity – You can easily go back to your hotel from the parks if you need a break or want to relax at the pool. It’s just as easy to head back to the parks after relaxing at your hotel for a couple of hours.
Free Park Transportation – Overnight self-parking at the hotel is free and depending on which Official Walt Disney World® Hotel you stay at, you’ll have access to the Skyliner, Monorail, water launch and/or bus transportation. Many of the Official Walt Disney World® Hotels are also within walking distance to the parks and other resorts.
Free Wi-Fi – When staying on-site, you’ll have access to complimentary wi-fi, available in your room and select public areas, such as the pools, arcades, restaurants, and more.
Merchandise Delivery and Pickup – Merchandise delivery is available for purchases made in-store at select Walt Disney World® shops and through the Shop Disney Parks mobile app (for in-stock merchandise).

Wheelchair-Accessible Route in Room
Grab Bars at Toilet and in Shower

Optional Communication Features for Guests with Hearing Disabilities Include:

Visual Alarm
Visual Door Knock/Doorbell Alert
Visual Telephone Call Alert
Telephone with Volume Control
Electrical Outlet Near Telephone Jack
TTY Available Upon Request at Check-In

These features are guaranteed and do not require an extra charge

Early Theme Park Entry for Resort Hotel Guests – guests of Disney Resort hotels and other select hotels can get a 30-minute jump on their Disney day with early theme park entry—available at all 4 Walt Disney World theme parks—for each day of your stay, subject to capacity
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours – guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels or Disney Deluxe Villas and other select hotels can enjoy extended evening hours—experiencing select attractions, shops, and dining after regular park hours—in select theme parks on select nights.