Best Disney Resorts Near Animal Kingdom for Teens (2026)
3 Disney World resorts near Animal Kingdom work well for teens (13–17). Here's what each offers in terms of price, pools, and transportation — ranked from most to least recommended.
Top Picks Near Animal Kingdom
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
ValueWhy it works for teens
- +Sports-themed decor appeals to older kids and sports fans
- +Least expensive resort on Disney property
- +Surfboard City pool is a fun hangout
Know before you book
- –No family suites — standard rooms only
- –Bus-only transportation
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
DeluxeWhy it works for teens
- +Savanna-view rooms look out on real African animals — giraffes, zebras, and more
- +Most unique theme park resort in the world — nothing else like it
- +Jiko and Boma are two of the best restaurants at Disney World
Know before you book
- –Bus-only transportation — furthest deluxe from most parks
- –Savanna-view rooms cost a significant premium over standard rooms
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
ModerateWhy it works for teens
- +Pepper Market food court is excellent — most dining variety of any moderate
- +Gran Destino Tower adds upscale hotel feel with a rooftop bar
- +Lost City of Cibola pool complex is one of the best moderate pools
Know before you book
- –Bus-only to all parks
- –Large resort — significant walking distances
Also Consider
These resorts are near other parks but are excellent choices for teens (13–17) at Disney World.
B Resort & Spa Lake Buena Vista
Good Neighbor$140–270/night · bus
Hilton Curio Collection — design-forward hotel
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort
Deluxe Villa$700–1600/night · monorail
Top of the World Lounge — exclusive DVC member rooftop with Magic Kingdom fireworks
Disney's Beach Club Resort
Deluxe$510–950/night · walking
Stormalong Bay is the single best pool at any Disney resort — a mini water park
Disney's BoardWalk Inn
Deluxe$490–920/night · walking
Atlantic City-style boardwalk with dining, entertainment, and street performers
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best budget resort near Animal Kingdom for teens (13–17)?
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort ($110–190/night) is the best budget option near Animal Kingdom for teens (13–17). Sports-themed decor appeals to older kids and sports fans.
Is it worth staying deluxe at Animal Kingdom with teens (13–17)?
Staying deluxe near Animal Kingdom pays off when transportation convenience matters. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge offers savanna-view rooms look out on real african animals — giraffes, zebras, and more. For teens (13–17), the main benefits are bus access and higher-quality pools and dining.
Which resorts near Animal Kingdom have the best pools for teens (13–17)?
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Disney's Coronado Springs Resort have the best pool options near Animal Kingdom. Savanna-view rooms look out on real African animals — giraffes, zebras, and more.
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