Jambo Neil!
There is nothing more exciting than taking a virtual trip to Africa with a stay at
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House. From the sounds of traditional African drums as you step into the majestic lobby, the sights of exotic animals roaming the vast savannas surrounding the Resort, and the smells of the delicious African inspired dishes coming from the buffet stations at
Boma - Flavors of Africa, this Resort provides a feast for the senses.
Like you Neil, I have also booked a number of stays in a Value Studio room category, and find it an excellent use of my Disney Vacation Club points. The Value Studios are located on either side of the main lobby on the hotel side of the Resort, located along either Ostrich Trail or Giraffe Trail when looking at
Resort Map.
While Disney does not publish a list of specific room locations within each room category, in the past I have personally found TouringPlans.com offers an invaluable Room Finder resource. The website allows you to search and view specific room locations within a Resort room category and even provides photographs of the balcony or patio views you can expect for certain room locations. Please note that this website is neither owned, managed or endorsed by Disney, nor does Disney guarantee the accuracy of the information.
During past stays in the Value Studios, I have requested to be located on the Ostrich Trail overlooking the Sunset Savanna and have been very pleased with this location. To make a specific room request, contact Member Services at (800) 800-9800. Requests will be noted and honored where possible but are not guaranteed.
Jambo!
Trish