An entirely unique Disney experience just to the west of Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. It's the thrill of staying at a wildlife reserve with animals grazing just beyond your balcony. Rejuvenate both body and spirit in luxurious surroundings while sharing the grandeur of the African wilderness. The beauty of the savanna, the rhythm of tribal drums, exquisite cuisine in lush settings and the lure of authentic African treasures all come together to celebrate the beauty and wonder of this vast and untamed continent.

EXCLUSIVE THEME PARK BENEFITS:

• Early Theme Park Entry for Resort Hotel Guests - guests of Disney Resort hotels and other select hotels can get a 30-minute jump on their Disney day with early theme park entry—available at all 4 Walt Disney World theme parks—for each day of your stay, subject to capacity
• Extended Evening Theme Park Hours – guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels or Disney Deluxe Villas and other select hotels can enjoy extended evening hours—experiencing select attractions, shops, and dining after regular park hours—in select theme parks on select nights.
• Start Your Stay with a Water Park Day in Summer 2026 - Unwind and start your vacation as soon as you arrive! Registered Disney Resort hotel guests arriving in Summer 2026 can enjoy water park admission to either Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park or Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park on check-in day—included with your stay! Valid for arrivals from May 26 to September 8, 2026.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Amenities

• Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
• Check-out: 11:00 a.m.
• 1,293 Guest Rooms
• Accessible rooms available
• Non-smoking establishment
• Building offers elevators and interior corridors
• Free Wi-Fi
• Free self-parking

• Jiko - The Cooking Place, full-service restaurant
• Boma - Flavors of Africa, all-you-can-eat buffet for breakfast and dinner
• The Mara, quick-service restaurant 
• Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar, bar and lounge
• Victoria Falls Lounge, bar and lounge
• Uzima Springs Pool Bar, poolside bar
• Sanaa, full-service restaurant (located in Kidani Village)
• Sanaa Lounge, bar and lounge (located in Kidani Village)
• Maji Pool Bar, poolside bar (located in Kidani Village)

 Recreation at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge:

• Uzima Pool with zero-depth entry and 67-foot-long water slide
• Children's pool
• Two (2) whirlpool spas
• Children's playground
• Arcade
• Fitness center 
• Jambo House campfire activities
• Movies Under the Stars
• Painting classes

• Disney Theme Parks
• Disney Water Parks
• Disney Springs™
• Official Walt Disney World® Hotels (requires one transfer at a Disney Theme Park)

• Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center
• ATM
• Mail services
• Merchandise location (gifts, sundries)
• Self-service laundry facilities
• Valet laundry service
• Concierge
• Locker rentals available near the Uzima pool for $1 per use
• Hotel charges $42 per night (sales tax included) for valet parking

General Walt Disney World® Resort Benefits

Staying on-site at an Official Walt Disney World® Hotel gives you several great complimentary benefits, including free transportation and more. 

You will absolutely love staying on-site not just for the fun themes and Disney atmosphere of the hotels, but also for the convenient amenities. Some of the other complimentary benefits include:

• Convenient Proximity - You can easily go back to your hotel from the parks if you need a break or want to relax at the pool. It's just as easy to head back to the parks after relaxing at your hotel for a couple of hours.
• Free Park Transportation - Overnight self-parking at the hotel is free and depending on which Official Walt Disney World® Hotel you stay at, you'll have access to the Disney Skyliner, monorails, water launch and/or bus transportation. Many of the Official Walt Disney World® Hotels are also within walking distance to the parks and other resorts.
• Early Access to Dining Reservations - Disney Resort guests can make Advance Dining Reservations (ADRs) for their entire vacation 60 days in advance, giving them the earliest access to the most popular restaurants such as Cinderella's Royal Table and Be Our Guest.
• Free Wi-Fi - When staying on-site, you'll have access to complimentary wi-fi, available in your room and select public areas, such as the pools, arcades, restaurants and more.
• Recreation and Fitness Activities - Disney Resort hotels offer a variety of wellness activities through Disney Family Wellness. Some favorites include dancing to Disney songs, family fun walks and, yes, even pickleball!
• Travel Light with MagicBands - Guests of Official Walt Disney World® Hotels have the option to purchase a MagicBand+ at a special discount before they arrive for their stay, allowing them to be an interactive part of the magic. MagicBands also give you an easy way to tap into the theme park turnstiles, unlock your Disney Resort hotel room, link Disney PhotoPass photos, make purchases and more – just with a tap of your band!

• Wheelchair-Accessible Route in Room
• Grab Bars at Toilet and in Shower

Optional Communication Features for Guests with Hearing Disabilities Include:

• Visual Alarm
• Visual Door Knock/Doorbell Alert
• Visual Telephone Call Alert
• Telephone with Volume Control
• Electrical Outlet Near Telephone Jack
• TTY Available Upon Request at Check-In

These features are guaranteed and do not require an extra charge