Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, Lake Buena Vista

Location.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, located in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., is an African-themed wildlife reserve positioned two miles from Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. The resort stands one mile from Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park.

Hotel Features.
Featuring thatched roofs and African artifacts, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is located on 33 acres of savannah where African wildlife graze freely. Resort dining options include African and American cuisine served at Jiko-The Cooking Place, American-style quick service offered at The Mara food court, and African buffets prepared at Boma-Flavors of Africa. Uzima Springs Pool Bar offers refreshments at the outdoor pool complex. This complex features a zero-entry pool, a 67-foot slide, and spa tubs. Zahanati Massage and Fitness Center offers spa treatments such as facials and massage therapy. The complimentary, limited-hour fitness center houses cardiovascular and weight-training equipment, free weights, and yoga balls.

Guestrooms.
A total of 972 smoke-free, safari-themed guestrooms feature African artworks and furniture embellished with African wildlife carvings. Guestroom entrance doors are decorated with individually designed African shields. Room lighting is slightly dimmed. Balconies afford views of the savannah or the pool complex. Beds feature mosquito nets and are draped with 250-thread count sheets and African-print duvets. Bathrooms are stocked with Aquatics H20 toiletries and feature granite-topped vanities with dual sinks. Select accommodations include plasma-screen televisions. High-speed Internet access is available for a fee.