Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is unlike any other hotel at Walt Disney World. Its horseshoe-shaped buildings wrap around savannas where giraffes, zebras, antelope and exotic birds live, so you can wake up to animals grazing outside your window. The towering Jambo House lobby is filled with African art and artifacts, and Kidani Village next door offers spacious villas.
| Category | Deluxe (Jambo House), with Kidani Village villas (Disney Vacation Club) |
| Location | Animal Kingdom resort area |
| Getting to the parks | Buses |
| Opened | April 2001 |
| Theme | African game lodge |
| Signature dining | Jiko, Boma, Sanaa |
| 2026 note | Jambo House rooms are being refreshed through January 2027 |
Why stay here
- Animals everywhere. Savanna-view rooms and overlooks let you watch the animals any time.
- Great food. Some of the best restaurants at Walt Disney World are here.
- Cultural touches, like storytelling, drumming and night-vision animal viewing.
Dining at Animal Kingdom Lodge
- Jiko – The Cooking Place: an elegant signature restaurant.
- Boma – Flavors of Africa: a much-loved buffet.
- Sanaa: Indian-African flavors with savanna views at Kidani Village.
- The Mara: quick service by the pool.
Pools and recreation
Uzima Springs pool at Jambo House has a long waterslide, and Samawati Springs at Kidani Village has a splash area. Evening activities include campfires and guided savanna viewing.
Tips
- Book a savanna view if the animals are the reason you’re here.
- Visit even if you’re not staying. Dinner at Sanaa or Boma is a great way to see the lodge.
Featured Photo: Lobby of Jambo House, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Orlando, FL by Ahodges7, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
