Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas
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Animal Kingdom Villas Overview
The Disney Animal Kingdom Villas is divided into two sections. The first phase, Jambo House, opened in 2007. These accommodations are in the existing Animal Kingdom Lodge.
The second phase, Kidani Village, opened May 1, 2009. This area features a restaurant, pool, recreation facilities in addition to the new accommodations.
The majority of rooms have Savannah views. The standard view rooms overlook the pool, garden or parking lot. (The standard view room views can be requested but not guaranteed.) Rooms have free wireless internet.
Recreation
Jambo House (existing Animal Kingdom Lodge)
- Uzima Pool
- Pumbaa's Arcade
- Hakuna Matata Playground
- Simba's Clubhouse Child Care center
- Zahanati Massage and Fitness Center
- Zawadi Marketplace
Kidani Village
- Barbecue Pavilion
- Shuffleboard, Tennis and Basketball Courts
- Community Hall
- Survival of the Fittest Fitness Center
- Safari so Good Arcade
- Samawati Springs Pool - zero entry with 128 foot slide and two whirlpool spas
- Uwanja Camp - Children's interactive play area
- Johari Treasures Gift Shop
Animal Kingdom Villas Rooms
Studios
- Can accommodate a party of 4 (plus child under age 3 in crib)
- Queen size bed and full size sleep sofa
- Small refrigerator, wet bar, microwave and coffeemaker
- Private balcony
- Flat panel TV and DVD player
- 316 - 365 square feet in Jambo House
- 366 square feet in Kidani Village
One Bedroom
- Value category rooms can accommodate a party of 4, all other rooms can accommodate a party of 5 (plus child under age 3 in crib)
- Master bedroom with king size bed
- Master bathroom with whirlpool tub
- Second bathroom in Kidani Village guestrooms only
- Queen size sleep sofa in living room
- Sleeper chair in living room (not available in Value rooms)
- Flat panel TV and DVD player
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Stacked washer/dryer
- Private balcony
- 629 - 710 square feet in Jambo House
- 807 square feet in Kidani Village
Dedicated Two Bedroom
- Can accommodate a party of 9 (plus child under age 3 in crib)
- Master bedroom with king size bed
- Three bathrooms. Master bathroom has whirlpool tub
- Second bedroom with two queen beds
- Queen size sleep sofa in living room
- Sleeper chair in living room
- Flat panel TV and DVD player in living room
- Flat panel TV's in the two bedrooms
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Stacked washer/dryer
- Private balcony
- 1173 square feet in Kidani Village
Two Bedroom Lock Off
- Consists of connecting One Bedroom and Studio
- Value rooms can accommodate a party of 8, all others can accommodate 9 (plus child under age 3 in crib)
- Master bedroom with king size bed
- Master bathroom has whirlpool tub. Rooms in Kidani Village have two additional bathrooms. Rooms in Jambo House have one additional bathroom
- Second bedroom has Queen size bed and full size sleep sofa
- Queen size sleep sofa in living room
- Sleeper chair in living room (not available in Value rooms)
- Flat panel TV and DVD player in living room
- Flat panel TV's in the two bedrooms
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Stacked washer/dryer
- Private balcony
- 945- 1075 square feet in Jambo House
- 1173 square feet in Kidani Village
Grand Villa
- Can accommodate a party of 12 (plus child under age 3 in crib)
- Jambo House Grand Villas are one level. Kidani Village Grand Villas have two levels.
- Master bedroom with king size bed
- Two additional bedrooms with two Queen beds
- Queen size sleep sofa in living room
- Flat panel TV and DVD player in living room
- Flat panel TV's in the three bedrooms
- Four bathrooms. Master bathroom has whirlpool tub.
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Stacked washer/dryer
- Private balcony
- Kidani Village Villas have an additional seating area on upper level with queen size sleep sofa
- 2349 square feet in Jambo House
- 2201 square feet in Kidani Village
Dining
Jambo House
(Existing Animal Kingdom Lodge)
Jiko
One theme that runs consistent throughout all the dining venues at the Animal Kingdom resort is the unique menus that are offered. Jiko offers the most eclectic menu on property, offering authentic African cuisine. Among the offerings, you'll find dishes as unique as Horseradish-crusted Salmon and Banana leaf steamed Sea Bass, to more traditional dishes like Baked Chicken and mashed potatoes and grilled beef tenderloin. Even the traditional dishes are prepared with African flair, with dishes like the chicken featuring grapefruit, garlic and olives.
Jiko is one of Disney's most popular restaurants. Advance Dining Reservations are strongly recommended.
Boma
Boma is the more mid-range restaurant, offering both Breakfast and Dinner. This popular venue features a wide assortment of unique and traditional specialties. An Advance Dining reservation is strongly recommended.
Mara
Mara, the counter serve venue, offers standard fare found in most food courts for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Casual dining.
Kidani Village
Sanaa
This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Sanaa translates to "work of art" which describes the theme and cuisine to be offered here. This venue will have a 24 seat lounge adjacent to the dining room.
Maji Pool Bar
The Maji Pool Bar will be serving beverages and snacks at the Samawati Springs Pool.
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