Disney's Animal Kingdom

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The hotel gives the guests the atmosphere of being on a safari in the middle of Africa. Please call 1-407-9347639 to book your free Disney Magical Express Airport Shuttle bus transfer 48 hrs prior to arrival. Please provide your Disney confirmaton number with your flight details. NOTE: This is a smo Read more

The hotel gives the guests the atmosphere of being on a safari in the middle of Africa. Please call 1-407-9347639 to book your free Disney Magical Express Airport Shuttle bus transfer 48 hrs prior to arrival. Please provide your Disney confirmaton number with your flight details. NOTE: This is a smoke-free Resort. Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor smoking locations. (0607/ch)

The hotel is modern with an unbelievable African safari theme. The structure truly resembles a lodge one would expect to find on an African savannah with all the conveniences of modern life.

The lobby is very large and just filled with authentic African furnishings. The theme of being on an African safari is carried out through the entire lobby.

This charming, African-style, safari-themed hotel is centrally situated in the Disney Animal Kingdom resort. A complimentary shuttle service operates between the hotel and all the Walt Disney World Resorts.

Opened in 2001, this modern luxury hotel comprises a total of 1,274 rooms and 19 suites, spread over 6 floors. The hotel is fully air-conditioned and facilities include a lobby with 24-hour reception, a bar and two restaurants. Public Internet access, laundry and room services are also on offer, and those arriving by car may use the car park or garage.

The Disney Magical Express offers guests of the Disney resorts a complimentary transfer to Orlando airport as well as luggage transport and check-in. Please request when making booking online at: www.disneysmagicalexpress.com

General information:Karibuni (Welcome) to a Disney safari adventure as extraordinary as nature itself! Escape to this secluded African lodge-style resort set amidst 33 acres of tropical savanna. Stroll its many meandering pathways to encounter the more than 30 species of wildlife up close in open, natural habitats. Bask in the dramatic detail of artwork, artifacts, cuisine and music that bring Africa to life. Travel to the heart of the continent and enjoy the finest traditions of quality service and hospitality.Location:Resort set amidst 33 acres of tropical savannah. Stroll the many meandering pathways to encounter the more than 30 species of wildlife up close in this wonderous habitat.Area details:The resort is nearby Theme Parks, Water Parks and Down Town Disney Village. Recreation:Savor authentic African-inspired delicacies and American favorites at our four resort dining facilities. This Walt Disney World® Resort offers dining choices that turn any meal from dining to fun family adventures into a cherished memory. The resort dining features include Jiko-The Cooking place, Bona-Flavors of Africa, The Mara. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge experience with an array of activities and recreational options for the entire family. The resort features include Pools, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Animal programs, Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center, Simba’s Clubhouse, Pumbaa’s Fun & Games Arcade, and Hakuna Matata Playground.Rooms:Come home to Africa, wonderfully recreated in every detail of your inviting room, from the rich colors of the imported tapestries to the burnished glow of the hand-carved furnishings. Then, step through the sliding glass doors onto your private balcony where you just might be able to take in breathtaking views of the zebras, giraffes, ostriches and wildebeests strolling by.Policies:If you're flying to the Orlando International Airport, transportation to Walt Disney World® Resort is available via Disney's Magical Express service (available to all Guests staying at Disney Resorts during the Happiest Celebration On Earth. Book at least 10 days in advance. Pet carriers are not included.), airport shuttle, limousine or rental car. And once you're at Walt Disney World® Resort, you can zip around on complimentary and convenient transportation that runs continuously throughout the day. Per Disney guest will need to make there own arrangements for the Magical express on www.Disneymagicalexpress.com, for international it would be www.Disneymagicalexpress.com/international **Please be advised to receive the "Special Offer" Magic Your Way Package there is a 3 night minimum and tickets must be purchased. Valid for Canadian Market only****No same name reservations.**Please be advised that the Disney Animal Kingdom Lodge will begin a construction effort to launch Disney Animal Kingdom Villas in the Spring of 2009. Please see below for information regarding this effort:- Construction work is scheduled to occur duing the hours of 9am-5pm Monday through Friday. Guests with day plans away from the resort should not experience much of the construction.- Guests planning to spend the day at the resort will hear and/or see construction equipment and staff inside and outside of the resort.We appreciate your understanding during this time of change and apologize for any inconvenience it may cause. During these times we look forward to providing our guests the same excellent service and quality as always.**Notice to guests: please be advised that Walt Disney World Resort Hotels do not accept any changes to a reservation once it has been made. This includes date and name changes. If changes need to be made reservation must be cancelled and rebooked with new info. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding in this matter.**• March 5, 2007 - April 30, 2009: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Villas will be under construction. As construction takes place during daylight hours Monday through Saturday, it will cause high impact for Guests. They will be able to see and hear the construction taking place. Guest rooms located near renovation work may experience temporary water shut-offs for the construction.• May 5-16, 2008: Pool Bar security windows and shade system will be replaced. Guests may hear some noise in the pool area. The pool and the pool bar will remain open during the refurbishment.• March 24 - Dec. 19, 2008: Building exterior repair and paint (Phase 1 of 2). High reaches (no scaffolding) will be used. Letters to Guests will be placed in the rooms that will be impacted.

Rooms with In-house movie, Radio, Direct dial phone, Trouser press, Automatic wake-up call. Business centre, Laundry facilities, Baby sitting, Boutique, Shop, Golf, Car parking (Payable to hotel, if applicable), Coach parking.

Features

Hotel Amenities

Room Amenities

Room Information

The comfortable, elegant rooms come with a bathroom with a bath and shower, a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV, Internet access, ironing equipment, centrally controlled air conditioning, central heating, and a hire safe. Each room also features either a balcony or terrace.

Additional Information

Number of Rooms: 1293

Location

The hotel is located in the Walt Disney World Theme Parks area adjacent to Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. All the Disney Theme Parks are also very convenient to this hotel. Within an easy drive you are in reach of all the other Theme Parks, great restaurants, fabulous shopping malls and entertainment Orlando has to offer.

This charming, African-style, safari-themed hotel is centrally situated in the Disney Animal Kingdom resort. A complimentary shuttle service operates between the hotel and all the Walt Disney World Resorts.

located in the Walt Disney World Theme Parks area adjacent to Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. All the Disney Theme Parks are also very convenient to this hotel. Within an easy drive you are in reach of all the other Theme Parks, great restaurants, fabulous shopping malls and entertainment Orlando has to offer.

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