Balcony at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge; sunset
  • On Jan 11, 2025
    Barry from Essex Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi, we are arriving at Animal Kingdom Lodge about 9am for 5 nights. Can we use our dining plan straight away for breakfast even if our rooms aren’t ready and we are just leaving our bags until rooms are ready?

    Welcome to planDisney, Barry! 

    I hope you’re getting excited for your vacation to Disney World! I’m excited to hear that you’ll be staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge! This is one of my very favorite hotels to stay at and to visit… It is also home to my favorite Disney restaurant: Boma! (If you don’t already have a dining reservation for Boma, please get one and savor an extra bite of their bread pudding for me!) 

    I’m happy to let you know that you can start using your Dining Plan on the day you check in! You’ll just want to check in via the My Disney Experience App on your phone, or visit the Front Desk to have them check you in! Your room does not have to be ready for you to start eating! You’ll also be able to have your bags held for you so you can go and enjoy your day freely! 

    Barry, I also hope you’ll get Animal Kingdom Lodge’s activity schedule for the week from the Front Desk too! This will let you know all of the magic being offered at your resort! Crafts, campfires, scavenger hunts, and so many other possibilities could be happening during your visit! 

    ALSO, I encourage you to maximize the use of your Reusable Mug while visiting! My husband and I always like ending our evenings at the hotel with a hot chocolate and a stroll! 

    I hope you enjoy every moment of your upcoming trip! If you have any additional questions before your departure, we hope you’ll stop by planDisney again! 

    See ya real soon!
    Allyn
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Meet the Panelist: Allyn, Florida

Hello! I am Allyn, your personal planDisney companion! I’ve enjoyed most of my life in the heart of Wyoming but am currently living my fairy tale as a wife, mom, yoga instructor, and fine jewelry designer in central Florida! When I’m not galavanting around the Disney theme parks, you’ll probably find me reading a good book, outside playing with my family, or learning to do something new. I truly believe that dreams come true, and I look forward to sharing that magic with you!
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