Deluxe · On Disney property
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Closest to Animal Kingdom
Tier
Deluxe
$370–900/night
Pool
Great
8/10
Closest to
Animal Kingdom
On-property
Transportation
20–30 min · every ~20 min
20–30 min · every ~20 min
20–30 min · every ~20 min
20–30 min · every ~20 min
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is a deluxe resort near Animal Kingdom. Typical nightly range $370–900/night. Great pool. Savanna-view rooms look out on real African animals — giraffes, zebras, more. The most unique theme-park resort in the world. Jiko and Boma are destination-worthy. Bus-only transportation is the tradeoff for a genuinely one-of-a-kind stay.
Who this is for
Savanna-view rooms look out on real African animals — giraffes, zebras, more. The most unique theme-park resort in the world. Jiko and Boma are destination-worthy. Bus-only transportation is the tradeoff for a genuinely one-of-a-kind stay.
Highlights
- ✓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
- ✓African night safaris for resort guests on request
- ✓Cultural representatives share the story of African traditions daily
Things to consider
- •Bus-only transportation — furthest deluxe from most parks
- •Savanna-view rooms cost a significant premium over standard rooms
- •The most remote location of any deluxe resort
Room types
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Last updated: April 2026
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