Animal Kingdom Lodge

Come on an epic journey to the heart of Africa at this amazing Resort hotel. With a design inspired by the traditional African kraal, you'll enjoy stunning views of 4 lush savannas bustling with over 200 hoofed animals and birds. Dive into the fabulous pool spots, join thrilling animal encounters, and feast your eyes on one of the biggest African art collections in the U.S. Get ready for your very own safari escapade sprinkled with a dash of Disney enchantment!

Pros:

  • fabulous dining options

  • Safari animals on property

  • Savanna view rooms

  • Savanna views around the resort

  • incredibly quiet resort

  • lots of hotel events to learn about the animals

  • usually most affordable deluxe resort

Cons:

  • only bus transportation

  • farthest from other parks

  • hotel parking is inconvenient

Dining

  • Jiko - dinner -African cuisine

  • Boma - Breakfast & Dinner - Flavors of Africa, all-you-care-to-eat buffet

  • The Mara - breakfast, lunch, dinner & snacks - quick service dining with classic entrees and grab n’ go favorites.

  • Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar - Bar Service- appetizers, cocktails, and more

  • Victoria Falls Lounge - Bar Service -

  • Uzima Springs Pool Bar - Bar Service - have a drink while enjoying the wildlife sightings nearby

  • Sanaa - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - East African cuisine with views of the Savanna

  • Sanaa Lounge - Bar Service -

  • Maji Pool Bar - Lunch, Bar Service - open-air oasis serving drinks, sandwiches and salads

Recreation

  • Pools

    • Uzima Springs Pool

      • zero-depth entry

      • water slide

      • Poolside Activities

    • Samawati Springs Pool

      • water slide

      • zero-depth entry

      • Poolside Activities

      • Uwanja Camp- nearby kids play area

  • Jambo House Campfire Activities - old fashioned family fun

  • Movies under the Stars - watch favorite Disney movies in the fresh evening air by Uzima Pool

  • Hakuna Matata Playground - overlooking the flamingo area and savanna

  • Animal Specialists - lead fun programs to teach you about African animals and ecosystems

  • Pumbaa’s Fun and Games Arcade - classic arcade games and popular video games

  • Wild About Painting - private painting class, weekly

  • Spa & Fitness - Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center

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History

This African-themed deluxe resort, situated next to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, opened its doors on April 16, 2001. Providing guests with the chance to observe wildlife grazing near their rooms and in public areas, the resort offers a unique experience of an African savanna. In 2008, it became part of the Disney Vacation Club with 109 rooms. The Kidani Village, a separate building with over 300 villas, a new pool, and additional savanna views, was constructed in 2009, leading to the renaming of the main lodge as Jambo House.

The resort features a total of three 11-acre savannas that host a diverse array of African mammals and birds, including addax, Ankole cattle, bongo, blesbok, eland, gemsbok, Grant's zebra, greater kudu, impala, okapi, red river hog, reticulated giraffe, Thomson's gazelle, waterbuck, white-bearded wildebeest, Abyssinian ground hornbill, blue crane, East African crowned crane, greater flamingo, Marabou stork, ostrich, pink-backed pelican, and Rüppell's griffon vulture.