Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani

We just went on our first vacation. Split stay Poly and AK Kidani. Previous guests have noted issues with the pull-out couch. Despite using a second mattress topper, it remains barely comfortable, and the air conditioning vent creates a direct gust of wind onto the bed. To mitigate this, we constructed a pillow barricade to redirect the airflow, ensuring a more pleasant sleeping experience for our guests. They need to move to Murphy beds. Read less

A peaceful, immersive retreat with animal views that can’t be beat! Kidani Village is the perfect escape for guests who want a quieter, more relaxing stay at Walt Disney World without losing any of the magic. We stayed in a Savanna View 1-Bedroom Villa, and it felt like home. Full kitchen, washer/dryer, two bathrooms, and plenty of space—especially helpful when traveling with family. The decor continues the rich African-inspired theming you’ll find at Jambo, but Kidani feels more intimate and tucked away. 🐘 Watching animals like giraffes, kudu, and zebras from our balcony was pure magic. The Pembe and Sunset Savannas offer different experiences throughout the day, and there are multiple viewing areas around the resort too. 🍛 The real standout here is Sanaa—an absolute must-do. The bread service, butter chicken, and those animal views? 10/10. 🏊‍♀️ The Samawati Springs pool is a hidden gem. It’s rarely crowded, has a great slide, and there’s a splash pad that’s perfect for younger kids. Activities like crafts and cultural presentations are often available near the lobby too. Kidani doesn’t have a full food court like Jambo, but there’s a small grab-and-go section and you can mobile order from The Mara over at Jambo. Bus transportation only, but it runs reliably between both resort buildings and the parks. Tip: If you’re staying here, embrace the slower pace and take time to explore the animal trails, lobbies, and artwork throughout. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kidani is cozy, calm, and full of magic. A fantastic choice for families, especially with the larger DVC-style rooms. Read less

I’d read the Disney World website description of Animal Kingdom Lodge and knew that the wildlife held a strong focal point of the theme. However, it was not until I entered my room that I fully understood what it meant. Deluxe Studio - Savanna View: I booked this room pretty late, with only a couple of days' notice, but managed to snaffle a Savanna view room via the DVC website! I was thrilled and super excited, and I really was not disappointed at all. I was assigned a room in Zazu - to the right hand side of the main Kidani Village building. It was a fair walk down the corridor from the atrium, something I wish I knew in advance - after a long theme park day, the trek to the room just felt a little too much. Alas, it was worth it though, as the room itself was perfect. Entering from the hallway, you had the bathroom to the left - a perfectly sized space. A separate toilet and door to the left, and a shower-over-bath to the right, with a sink unit in the middle, and a ton of storage / surface space on either side and beneath. A large mirror took up the majority of the wall above the sinks, which was a great size. The lighting in here was a lovely amber colour - whilst this fit the theme perfectly, it wasn’t fantastic when it came to getting ready - sometimes a simple white light (or the option of such light) is preferable. Alas, this was not an issue, and more of a “it’d be nice to have”. The bath was great, and the shower was incredibly powerful - something that cannot be taken for granted when it comes to hotel rooms, I’ve found. Back in the room, there was a small kitchen space with a drip-coffee machine, microwave and a medium sized minifridge (sadly, no freezer). The sink unit was great for washing up cups that I’d used in the parks, so I could keep everything nice and clean. There was a large wardrobe with plenty of space for all my clothes - with the most beautiful, wooden doors that again, really fit the overall African theme. The TV was inset into the wall with a fantastic wooden surround, directly above a set of draws, providing yet more storage space. To the left was a nice large table (but not too large) with two ornate wooden seats. Directly opposite was a pull out sofa and coffee table that proved to be a perfect space to relax after a long park day. The bed was incredibly comfy, with the most luxurious-yet-simple bedding I’ve experienced across property. The pillows were sumptuous and I fell asleep almost instantly every time I laid down. I cannot fault it at ALL! The balcony was my favourite space in the room - large and overlooking the Savanna. The animals come fairly close, so the views are fantastic, but even when they are off in the distance, the way the building is laid out in a horseshoe shape, they are never really too far away. I enjoyed mornings watching the animals slowly wake up and wander, alongside mid afternoon breaks where the animals ran around. Most of the time there was something to see, and this was my personal highlight of the entire room. There’s something special about watching the wildlife whilst enjoying a cup of tea before embarking on my day. The theming was lovely and not in your face. It was a nice mix of ambient lighting and dark wood, something I really appreciate. I felt incredibly relaxed the entire time I spent in the room. Facilities: I did not spend too much time at the resort, but I did visit the shop a couple of times - located in the main atrium, they had a lovely selection of merchandise, including shirts, ears, sweet treats and snacks. I unfortunately experienced really bad sinus pain during my visit, and rushed down as soon as they opened one morning to secure pain medication - thankfully they had this and it was a godsend. Remember to make use of any discounts you may have - DVC, Annual Pass, Blue ID etc as it’s all valid here! I can HIGHLY recommend Kidani Village at Animal Kingdom Lodge as one of the most relaxing and exciting places to stay on Disney World property. There is always something to see, and the animals add an extra touch of magic to any stay. Read less

Our experience at Kidani Village - Animal Kingdom Lodge was magical. We were on the third floor with a wonderful view of the savanna. We saw giraffes, crested cranes, elands, zebras, wildebeests, etc every day from our balcony during our stay. We had a one-bedroom villa which provided plenty of room for our family of five. The rooms were beautiful, very clean, and filled with many artistic references to The Lion King. We loved having a kitchen, washer, and dryer. The lobby was lovely though not as spectacular as the lobby for Jambo. The pool was wonderful with 2 slides and lots of stuff for kids to do. The evening fire with s'mores was a great activity too. All of the staff were super friendly and helpful. Our rooms were cleaned in a timely manner. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend the Kidani Village to anyone that loves animals. Read less

This resort is just stunning and has a real feel of a home away from home. Overall the resort seems quite quiet. We are a family of 3 in a 2 bed suite on 5th floor overlooking the savannahs. The accommodation is beautiful and has every amenity you could wish for. We were checked in 4 hours ahead of time which was a huge benefit and made a massive difference to the enjoyment of our first day! Read less