Fodor's Expert Review Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

2901 Osceola Pkwy., Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA Fodor's Choice

Entering the vast atrium lobby of this African-inspired lodge is like entering a cathedral with a roof formed of thatch instead of stone; giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife roam just outside the windows of the resort, designed to resemble an African kraal (animal enclosure). It is worth it to pay for the Safari view, which means your balcony will overlook the savanna where the animals roam. 

PROS

  • extraordinary on-site wildlife and cultural experiences
  • excellent restaurants
  • breakfast buffet in Boma is a bargain

CONS

  • shuttle to parks other than Animal Kingdom can take more than an hour
  • concierge-level rooms have hefty surcharge
  • long corridors

QUICK FACTS

Resort
Family
$$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 407-938–3000

HOTEL DETAILS

972 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals