Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Best For
Families with animal-loving kids
Travelers who want resort downtime between park days
Food lovers who want Jiko, Boma or Sanaa on site
Location Highlights
Closest to Animal Kingdom by bus, about 5 to 10 minutes
Buses to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs; Magic Kingdom is usually the longest ride
No monorail, Skyliner or boat service
Photos courtesy of the hotel.
Rates & Booking Options
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Giraffes outside your window and great food, but it's a bus ride to everything.
You want a resort that feels like part of the vacation, not just a place to sleep.
You plan lots of rope drops at Magic Kingdom and hate bus rides.
Animal Kingdom Lodge is the one I point people to when the hotel itself should feel like an experience. Rooms look out over savannas with giraffes, zebras and other animals, the lobby is stunning, and the restaurants are some of the best on property.
It is remote, though. Every park is a bus ride, and it is a longer trip to Magic Kingdom than from most resorts. There are two buildings, Jambo House and Kidani Village, and they are far enough apart to feel like different hotels. Jambo House rooms are being refreshed into early 2027.
Key Amenities & Experiences
Savanna views from many rooms and overlooks
Evening animal viewing and cultural activities with resort cast members
Paid add-on savanna tours and dining experiences
Jiko, Boma and Sanaa, all on site
Kidani Village villas (Disney Vacation Club) with kitchens
Early Theme Park Entry and Extended Evening Hours as a Disney Deluxe resort
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