Animals in the Savannah at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge; giraffe
  • On Jan 14, 2025
    Kathy from AR 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 have a Savannah View room for our next Disney trip. What rooms are best?? thanks!!

    Jambo Kathy!

    Welcome to planDisney! I think my little Disney heart just skipped a beat to hear you'll be staying at a Savanna View room at Animal Kingdom Lodge. Of all the delightful deluxe Disney World Resort options... I can tell you that this is my family's absolute FAVORITE! Let's take a look at your room options.

    When you reserve a "savanna view" room at Animal Kingdom Lodge, you will be guaranteed a room with a view of live animals on a savannah, home to a many different species of wildlife. What a treat! I'd say this is the best possible start to your Disney day...  peacefully watching live African animals while drinking your morning coffee. My kids love using the Wildlife Field Guide located in the room to learn more about the different animals they spot.

    You'll be deciding between the following locations, all of which offer savanna view units:
    1. Animal Kingdom Lodge - Deluxe Resort Hotel in the main AKL "Jambo House" building
    2. Jambo House - Deluxe Resort Villa (These DVC rooms are available to non-DVC guests)
    3. Kidani Village - Deluxe Resort Villa (These DVC rooms are available to non-DVC guests)

    The Deluxe Resort Villas do offer you additional options when it comes to your room amenities and space. Studios include a kitchenette; 1-3 Bedroom Villas feature a full kitchen and spacious living and dining areas. You can click "view photos" to see an overview and even video clips to help get a feel for the spaces.

    There are multiple savannas with varying animals, too! My fellow panelist Matthew gives an awesome run down of the different types of animals that are found on each of the savannas. You may want to check that out to help with your decision on location.

    So which rooms are best? You really can't go wrong with any Animal Kingdom savanna view room, Kathy! In his response, Matthew votes for Kidani Village, which features it's own unique and special pool area, dining options, and lobby. But to be honest, because I'm such "old school" fan of the original Jambo House - we often prefer staying there.

    Final tip! No matter which Disney resort I end up staying at, my vacation plans almost always include an advance dining reservation for Boma. Zebra Dome dessert heaven!! Do please don't forget to make some tasty dining reservations for your trip.

    I hope this helps! Please visit us again at planDisney if you've got additional questions. We love sprinkling extra pixie dust on guest's plans!

    Enjoy those giraffes for me,
    Tami





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Meet the Panelist: Tami, Colorado

Oh boy, I'm so happy you're here! I'm Tami from the beautiful Rocky Mountain state of Colorado, an Information Technology consultant, wife, and mom to two teenagers. My greatest passions include outdoor adventures and planning family vacations at Walt Disney World Resort. I understand how adding some key planning details (we call it pixie-dust!) can contribute to the best possible Disney vacation for your family. I'd love to help you make some magical memories! Learn More About Tami

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