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Animal Kingdom Lodge is adjacent to Disney's Animal Kingdom
and opened in 2001. This resort resembles a small African lodge, built on a
watering hole, near an extinct volcano. The watering hole starts outside the
resort, runs inside, under a bridge, through one of the restaurants, and
back out the resort.
The savannah which has no connection to the Animal Kingdom wildlife area,
has various forms of wildlife in the 3/4 of the resort that it covers. You
can expect to sometimes have animals as close as 30 feet from your windows.
As you drive up to the resort, all you see is a small gathering of huts. The
incredible size of the resort is hidden from the front. It will be like
driving up to a small Safari Village.
Nightly by the large glass wall a Cast Member from Africa tells stories.
"Safari Guides" are also on hand to educate guests on the animals. The lobby
has a 5 story fireplace. Guests enter the Lodge on the 3rd floor. There is a
huge picture window which looks out upon 33 acres of land. From here, you
can walk out onto an elevated viewing area, Arusha Rock, and enjoy the
roaming animals. Throughout the rest of the lobby you'll find examples of
authentic architecture and designs. Rich wood tones surround the large mud
fireplace and natural lighting will celebrate dawn and dusk with features
that accentuate spectacular sunrises and sunsets. In the hallways, there are
alcoves with glass windows providing Savanna overviews.
This hotel is uniquely laid out, with all of the rooms in wings attached to
the main building. It follows the Kraal African Village design of a
horseshoe, giving all but 100 of the 1307 rooms a view of the private
wildlife reserve. The animal plains extend almost completely around the
entire complex, stopping at the backsides of the two front wings. Guests
will be able to stand on their balconies and watch animals and birds on the
African savanna.
Arusha Rock
Accommodations:
Size of Rooms: Standard Rooms are on floors 1-4 and are 344 square
feet, with the maximum occupancy of 4 people. Deluxe Rooms are on
floors 5 and 6 and are 381 square feet, with the maximum occupancy of
5 persons.
Number of beds:
Standard
Rooms can be either 2 Queen beds, 1 Queen with a set of Bunk Beds, King Bed
with Daybed, or Handicapped accessible with King Bed and Daybed. Deluxe
Rooms and/or Concierge Rooms can be either 2 Queens with Daybed, 1 Queen
with Bunk Beds & Daybed, King Bed and Daybed, Handicapped accessible with
King Bed and Daybed.
Features of Room: An armoire,
refrigerator, Table with two chairs, a nice sized
closet, night stand, 27" TV, telephone, ceiling fan and full bathroom. Some
rooms feature an additional dresser. Each room is uniquely designed with
furniture hand carved by African artisans, finished in rich tapestries and
vibrant colors.
Bathroom: Standard bathroom layout,( two sinks in the vanity area,
with private commode.)
Bunk-bed Room
Balcony: Most all rooms have a balcony.
Occupancy: Standard Rooms have a maximum occupancy of 4 people.
Deluxe Rooms have a maximum occupancy of 5 persons. If there are more than
2 adults in a room, there is an additional charge of $25 per adult, per
night.
Extras: The morning paper is delivered to your door daily. Nightly
turndown service is available to all guests. In-room safe, hair dryer, iron
and ironing board, and voice mail are provided.
Suites: Suites are located at the end of the Animal Trails. From the
outside of the Lodge, they are the rooms found within the rounded parts of
the building, with the curved balconies, topped with thatch. They are
located on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors. They range from Honeymoon
Suites (which are equipped with a Jacuzzi with a waterfall faucet),
up to the Junior Suites which include a living room and small kitchen area.
Concierge: Concierge rooms are located on part of
floor 5 and all of 6. The actual lounge and staff are located on the 6th
floor. The concierge rooms are identical to the deluxe rooms, in terms of
size and amenities. Service includes curbside check-in, robes, make-up
mirror, turndown service, and lounge with continental breakfast, midday
snacks, evening beverages, wine and hors d'oeuvres. Concierge rooms have
either Savannah or a pool view. Animal Kingdom Lodge concierge guests can
partake in the
Sunrise Safari Breakfast Adventure. Visit
our
Concierge page
for more details and guest feedback.
Savannah View
Dining:
Jiko
- (The Cooking Place)
Enjoy the creative offerings of New African cuisine prepared by chefs
borrowing from the culture and flavors of Europe, India and Asia. The
escaping aroma of freshly baked bread inside wood burning ovens will beckon
you.
Advanced Dining
Reservations: Yes - Call 407-WDW-DINE
Hours: Dinner - 5:30PM - 10PM
Range of Food: Entree selections include Horseradish-Crusted
Salmon, Duck Two Ways, Oak Grilled Beef Tenderloin and Vegetable Cake.
(to list a few) Desserts and appetizers also offered.
Boma-
(Flavors of
Africa)
Culinary experts craft salads and roasted meats inside an open kitchen for
all to see. Breads and desserts are hand prepared in the bakery under a
thatched roof. A kids' corner offers children's favorites and an opportunity
to have fun with the chefs. Over 50 African countries from the coast of the
Mediterranean to the Indian Ocean influence the cooking. Anticipate the best
in African hospitality at this family buffet.
Advanced Dining
Reservations: Yes - Call 407-WDW-DINE
Hours: Breakfast - 7AM-11AM -
Menu
Dinner - 5:30PM - 10PM -
Menu
Mara
Hours: 6AM - 11:30PM
All -Day Dining
Range of Food: Fruit, Breakfast Sandwiches, Muffins, Waffles,
Danish, Muffins, Salads, Pizza, BBQ Tofu, Hot dogs, Burgers, Desserts &
Beverages.
In-Room Dining
Available each day from 6:30AM until midnight.
A menu is provided in each room.
Victoria Falls Mezzanine Lounge
Hours:
4PM - Midnight
Serves specialty coffees, African wings, wines, and International beer in
the evenings.
Cape
Town Lounge and Wine Bar
Hours: 11AM -
Midnight
Serves the robust wines of South Africa.
Uzima
Springs
Hours:
10AM - 8PM
Pool side bar for drinks and snacks.
Recreation:
For the Swimming Fan:
There is a themed pool, Uzima, which has a 0 entry. A kids wading pool is
available ... as well as 2 spas. The pool is open 24 hours. However, the
slide closes at 10PM when the lifeguard goes off duty.
For the Mouseketeer: The Hakuna Mattata playground is located
near the pool. Simba's Clubhouse is a supervised childcare club for kids
ages 4-12. For more details visit our page on
Childcare facilities.
For the Game Player: High tech game room, Pumbaa's Arcade is
located adjacent to the pool area.
For the Athletic One: Zahanati Fitness Center is
located near the pool. It is open from 6AM - 9PM and has a full line of
Cybex equipment. Visit our
Health Clubs & Spas Page for more details and rates.
Paths are also available for walking and jogging.
For the Shopping Guru: Zawadi Marketplace - Open 8AM-10PM
Transportation:
Bus: Bus
transportation is available to all theme parks, water parks, and the
Downtown Disney.
Approximate Duration:
Disney's Hollywood Studios -- 10 minutes
Epcot -- 15 minutes
Magic Kingdom -- 20 minutes
Animal Kingdom -- 5 minutes
Downtown Disney -- 15 minutes
Tips:
There is a Lodge tour every afternoon at 3:30pm
Bring your binoculars.
A booklet describing some of the African art in the Lodge is
available at the Front Desk.
What can I expect to pay for a room?
See INTERCOT's
Resort Pricing Matrix
Check In/Out?
Check in time is 3:00 PM. Check out time is 11:00 AM.
Animal Kingdom Lodge
Photos:
Majestic Lobby
Resort Entrance
Building Close-up
Lobby
Lower Sitting Area
Savanna Balcony View
Balcony View |
Zebra Trail View
Savanna Animal View
Grazing Cattle
Giraffe & Zebras
Lobby Lounge
Lobby Christmas Tree
Pool |
Address:
 Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
2901 Osceola Parkway
Bay Lake, FL 32830
Phone – (407)938-3000
Fax – (407) 938-7102
Resort Property Map
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