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Book the Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge from \$336.50 - 2 miles west of <b>Disney's Animal Kingdom</b>® Theme Park via complimentary shuttle, this resort with a thatched roof and African artifacts features its own 33-acre savannah, where exotic animals graze.

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Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

4.0 Stars

Osceola Pkwy, Lake Buena Vista, FL 1-866-599-6674

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Standard View

Includes: Free Airport Shuttle

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One king bed and one day bed, two queen beds, or one queen bed and one bunk bed. Private furnished balcony with parking lot or no view. Room size (square feet): 344. Sleeps four people. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Compact refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Cable/satellite TV with complimentary Disney and ESPN channels. Direct-dial phone with voice mail. Complimentary weekday newspaper. Ceiling fan and air conditioning. In-room safe. Guestrooms are all non-smoking.

WDW Accessible Standard

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One King Bed
This room opens to a patio. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite channels with ESPN are offered for your entertainment. You can request an in-room massage. A coffee/tea maker, a microwave, and a refrigerator are supplied. The private bathroom has complimentary toiletries. A ceiling fan, a safe, and a desk are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

Pool View

Includes: Free Airport Shuttle

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One king bed and one day bed, or two queen beds. Private furnished balcony with water view. Room size (square feet): 344. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Compact refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Cable/satellite TV with complimentary Disney and ESPN channels. Direct-dial phone with voice mail. Complimentary weekday newspaper. Ceiling fan and air conditioning. In-room safe. Guestrooms are all non-smoking.

Pool View Bunk Bed

Includes: Free Airport Shuttle

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One queen bed and one bunk bed. Private furnished balcony with water views. Room size (square feet): 344. Half-wall separates queen bed and bunk bed. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Compact refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Cable/satellite TV with complimentary Disney and ESPN channels. Direct-dial phone with voice mail. Complimentary weekday newspaper. Ceiling fan and air conditioning. In-room safe. Guestrooms are all non-smoking.

Walt Disney World® Resort with African-themed lodge

33-acre savannah

2 miles west of Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park via complimentary shuttle, this resort with a thatched roof and African artifacts features its own 33-acre savannah, where exotic animals graze.

Giraffe in the grass

It's Africa in the middle of Florida at this unique resort. At Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, guests can swim in a pool or soak in spa tubs not far from giraffes and tiny gazelles.

African spirit

Guestrooms at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge have private furnished balconies and high-speed Internet access incorporating African-inspired decor that includes wood-paddle ceiling fans, imported tapestries, and hand-carved armoires from Africa.

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Hotel Amenities

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General

24-hour front desk
Air-conditioned public areas
Airport transportation (complimentary)
Arcade/game room
ATM/banking

Patio
Poolside bar
Porter/bellhop
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Sauna

Two miles west of Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, this African-themed resort borders a wildlife reserve. Complimentary activities include flamingo and pelican feedings, games with savannah guides, storytelling, night-vision tracking, and a horticulture show-and-tell.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge has a large zero-entry outdoor pool with a 67-foot-long slide, a separate children's pool, and two spa tubs. There is also a kids' club (surcharge), playground, and game arcade on site. The Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center offers exercise equipment, personal training, and spa services (surcharge). The Zawadi Marketplace sells African-themed gifts and souvenirs. Two restaurants serve multi-cultural cuisine.

The resort offers complimentary transportation via motorcoach to the Walt Disney World® Theme Parks.

Smoking is permitted only in designated exterior areas.

Disney's Magical Express: Guests of this resort are eligible for complimentary Disney's Magical Express service. Motor coaches pick up guests at Orlando International Airport and drop off at Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels. Disney staff members pick up bags and deliver them straight to guestrooms (for arrivals between 5 AM and 10 PM). Guests arriving outside of these hours should pick up their baggage at baggage claim to carry with them on the motor coach.

24-hour front desk
Air-conditioned public areas
Airport transportation (complimentary)
Arcade/game room
ATM/banking
Babysitting or childcare
Valet parking (surcharge)
Bar/lounge
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Business services
Coffee shop or café
Complimentary newspapers in lobby
Concierge desk
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Elevator/lift
Fireplace in lobby
Gift shops or newsstand
Health club
Free Wi-Fi
Children's club
Laundry facilities
Massage - spa treatment room(s)
Multilingual staff
Number of floors - 5
Total number of rooms - 1293

Patio
Poolside bar
Porter/bellhop
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Sauna
Security guard
Shopping on site
Smoke-free property
Steam room
Swimming pool - children's
Swimming pool - outdoor
Television in lobby
Currency exchange
Express check-in
Express check-out
Theme park shuttle (complimentary)
Tours/ticket assistance
Waterslide
Valet parking
Room service (24 hours)
Year Built 2001
Number of restaurants - 3
Self parking
Number of buildings/towers - 1
Suitable for children

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Internet

Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi

Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Self parking, Valet parking, Valet parking (surcharge)

Room Amenities

Air conditioning
ESPN
Ceiling fan
In-room childcare (surcharge)
Climate control
Clock radio
Coffee/tea maker
Complimentary weekday newspaper
Complimentary toiletries
Cribs/infant beds available
Patio
Direct-dial phone
Electronic/magnetic keys
Extra towels/bedding
Multi-line phone
Free local calls

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Microwave
Free Wi-Fi
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
In-room massage available
Voice mail
Wake-up calls
Desk
Electronic check-out
Blackout drapes/curtains
Speakerphone
Satellite TV service
iPod docking station

Air conditioning
ESPN
Ceiling fan
In-room childcare (surcharge)
Climate control
Clock radio
Coffee/tea maker
Complimentary weekday newspaper
Complimentary toiletries
Cribs/infant beds available
Patio
Direct-dial phone
Electronic/magnetic keys
Extra towels/bedding
Multi-line phone
Free local calls

Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Microwave
Free Wi-Fi
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
In-room massage available
Voice mail
Wake-up calls
Desk
Electronic check-out
Blackout drapes/curtains
Speakerphone
Satellite TV service
iPod docking station

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Dining

Jiko - The Cooking Place - Stylish restaurant serving creative American cooking with a blend of multicultural influences from the Mediterranean coast, India, Europe, and Africa. Includes seafood, steak, chicken, and vegetarian offerings. South African wines. Reservations strongly recommended. Nightly dinner.

Boma - Flavors of Africa - Designed to replicate an African marketplace with open kitchens and a thatched roof. Buffet-style dining that includes salads, vegetarian dishes, grilled seafood, and roasted meats inspired by the varied flavors of over 50 African countries. Reservations strongly recommended. Breakfast and dinner.

The Mara - Quick-service food court. Light fare such as hamburgers, salads, sandwiches, and pizzas. Open from early morning to late evening.

Victoria Falls Lounge - Quiet bar overlooking Boma - Flavors of Africa. Specialty coffees, tea, and cocktails. Open from late afternoon to late evening.

Uzima Springs - Poolside bar adjacent to zero-entry pool. Cold beverages, frozen specialty drinks, and cocktails. Open from mid-morning to early evening, weather permitting.

Room service - Available from early morning to late evening.

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Recreation

The most popular activity at this Lake Buena Vista resort is observing the exotic animals who wander the savannah-like grounds. Guests can stop by viewing areas to catch glimpses of giraffes, ostriches, impalas, and zebras. The large zero-entry pool offers a gently sloping entrance accessible to young children and guests without full mobility, while a 67-foot-long slide zips swimmers into the center with a splash. There is also a children's pool, 24-hour playground, game arcade, and two spa tubs on site.

Supervised children's activities for ages 4-12 are offered at Simba's Clubhouse, and include Disney movies, computer games, and dinner (surcharges apply). Guests of all ages can venture on a safari or watch the animals roaming about the savannah from the resort public viewing spaces. Complimentary programs include flamingo and pelican feedings, games with savannah guides, storytelling, night-vision tracking, and a horticulture show-and-tell.

The Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center provides treadmills, stationary bikes, free weights, and complimentary use of a sauna and steam room. Guests can also receive a variety of spa treatments (surcharge).

Disney's Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course and Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park are both one mile from the resort. Complimentary transportation is offered. The guest services desk can assist with reservations on any one of Disney's five tour-caliber golf courses, all located on Walt Disney World® Resort property. A nine-hole course is also available.

The recreational activities listed below are available on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Golf - miniature nearby
Golf - driving range nearby
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Tennis nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding/rental nearby

Parasailing nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Bird watching on site
Playground on site
Swimming on site
Fishing nearby
Golf lessons available nearby

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Accessibility

To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.

Accessibility equipment for the deaf
Accessible bathroom
Accessible path of travel
Braille or raised signage

Accessible parking
In-room accessibility
Roll-in shower

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Policies & Fees

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Special check-in instructions:

Resort Airline Check-In Service allows guests to check luggage and receive boarding passes at the hotel. This service accepts one bag per passenger on JetBlue. Guests wishing to check multiple bags on JetBlue or any bags on AirTran, Alaska, American, Continental, Delta, Northwest, United, or US Airways must call 407-284-1231 (5 AM - 11 PM) to pay luggage fees prior to check-in, or guests can check bags at the airport. Guests must pre-book Disney's Magical Express, a complimentary transfer from the Orlando airport to the hotel. Visit www.disneysmagicalexpress.com/USA for registration. This service picks up and delivers luggage directly to guestrooms for those arriving between 5 AM - 10 PM. Guests must claim their own bags after hours.