Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas — Kidani Village

Fun Facts

Increase your Swahili vocabulary! Habari is slang for "hello"; karibuni means "welcome"; uzima means "clear water" and asante sana means "thank you."

Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas — Kidani Village is an African lodge-style resort comprised of 492 rooms boasting spacious accommodations that include kitchenettes/kitchens and multi-bedroom units. Featuring over 30 species of wildlife that roam free amidst a 46-acre wildlife preserve that includes 4 lush, tropical savannas. Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village offers you the unique opportunity to observe exotic animals in their natural habitat from special viewing areas throughout the Resort—and from the balconies of select Guest rooms.

Room rates start at $335 per night, plus tax in a standard room most nights during Value Season. (Minimum length of stay requirements may apply.)

Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village is located at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, which also includes Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Jambo House . One of 8 Disney Deluxe Villa hotels, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is located in the Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park area.

The lobby and the villas of Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village extend out and take the curlicue shape of a water buffalo horns. This string of buildings can also be viewed as a piece of native African jewelry, a "necklace" with villas forming the beads, garden-like walkways creating the "knots" in between, and the main lobby building as the ornament or jewel at its center.

Inside, Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village features authentic African-inspired architecture and decorations, from hand carved columns to intricate patterns that adorn the golden-tone furnishings. Tall floor lamps allude to tall, swaying trees, and ornate hanging fixtures appear to overflow with colorful flora and fauna. Thatched ceilings, a woven ceiling, real African artifacts and an arching window in the main lobby revealing the adjacent savanna surround you in the inimitable spirit of Africa.

Just outside the main building, sprawling wetlands border a picturesque landscape where there are thousands of indigenous African shrubs and grasses paint a picture reminiscent of the unspoiled grasslands of the Serengeti.

Nearly surrounding Kidani Village, the Sunset Savanna and the new Pembe Savanna offer up-close glimpses of exotic animals in a traditional setting. Open 24 hours a day, each savanna features a unique look and feel, and is home to different varieties of African animals.

Some of the exotic animals that may be seen at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village include:

Ankole Cattle
Eland
Zebra
Greater Kudu
Impala
Roan Antelope
Okapi
Yellow-Backed Duiker
Red River Hog
Nyala
Reticulated Giraffe
Thompson's Gazelle
Waterbuck
White-Bearded Wildebeest
Abyssinian Ground Hornbill
Blue Crane
East African Crowned Crane
Greater Flamingo
Marabou Stork
Ostrich
Pink-Backed Pelican
Ruppel's Griffon Vulture

Throughout the hotel, there are alcoves with glass windows that provide views of the savannas and its wildlife.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village is a smoke-free Resort. Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor smoking locations.

Dining Options
Dining at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village includes one restaurant serving cuisine inspired by the African islands of the Indian Ocean, open for lunch and dinner with meals ranging from $15 to $60 per person, based on average Guest check, not including alcohol, tax and tip. Additionally, there is a poolside bar, Maji, serving snack and beverages throughout the day.

Amenities & Services
Services and amenities at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village include satellite TV with Disney programming, Internet access (for an additional fee), room service and babysitting services.

Recreation
Recreation at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village includes unique animal-themed activities for the entire family, a pool, a fitness center and tennis courts.

Room Types & Pricing
Room rates at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village start at $335 per night, plus tax in a standard room most nights during Value Season. (Minimum length of stay requirements may apply.)

Room types at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village offers more spacious accommodations than rooms available as part of Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Ideal for groups of 4 to 12 persons, Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village boast kitchenettes or kitchens, multi-bedroom units with standard views, pool views and savanna views, some of which offer glimpses of the wildlife right from the comfort of your balcony.

Transportation
Transportation at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village is complimentary for Resort hotel Guests. Destinations throughout Walt Disney World Resort, including Disney Theme Parks and Disney Water Parks, are accessible by bus.

Benefits
Benefits of staying at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village include:

Additional time, or Extra Magic Hours, at select Walt Disney World Theme Parks
Complimentary transportation between Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Orlando International Airport with Disney's Magical Express
Complimentary transportation between Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and destinations throughout Walt Disney World Resort, including Disney Theme Parks and Disney Water Parks
Key to the World Card, a convenient combination hotel key, Theme Park ticket and shopping charge card
Package delivery from select Disney shops to Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village
Signature Disney service from Disney Cast Members, available to assist you 24 hours a day

About Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is one of 8 Disney Deluxe Resort hotels—more than 20 Disney Resort hotels throughout Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida.

Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort
Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Jambo House
Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani Village
Disney's Beach Club Villas
Disney's BoardWalk Villas
Disney's Old Key West Resort
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort
The Villas at Disney' Wilderness Lodge