Disney's Animal Kingdom LodgevsDrury Inn & Suites Near Universal Orlando Resort
Both Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Drury Inn & Suites Orlando are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge ranks significantly better than Drury Inn & Suites Orlando. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge comes in at 86 with positive reviews from 10 reviewers such as Gayot, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
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2901 Osceola Parkway, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $294/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"By far the most interesting Disney-run hotel—and the best choice for guests who aren't enamored of the company's mythology."
Fodor's
"Entering the vast atrium lobby is like entering a cathedral with a roof formed of thatch rather than marble." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The impressive glass wall in the lobby overlooks a vast savanna that allows for random sightings of birds, giraffe, and other wildlife."
Rough Guide
Star
"One of Disney’s most spectacular luxury hotels, where from some of the rooms... you can wake up to see wildlife grazing outside your window."
Michelin Guide
"When booking a reservation at this horseshoe shaped lodge, ask for a Savannah View room, which offers vistas of Animal Kingdom's grazing animals from its private balcony."
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Ask for a Savannah View room, which offers vistas of Animal Kingdom's grazing animals from its private balcony.
Gayot
"Adjacent to the Walt Disney World theme park, the resort is set next to 33 acres of tropical savanna that's home to about 40 species of wildlife."
The Telegraph
9.0
"Africa comes to central Florida in this fantasy game lodge, where giraffes, zebras, and other grazing animals roam just beyond your window." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"From your balcony at this African-themed Orlando lodge, you just might spot a giraffe, bongo, or wildebeest roaming the surrounding savannah." Full review
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Don't miss the safari at the resort's companion Animal Kingdom theme park.
Condé Nast Traveler
"About 200 animals live on the property—and yes, they're visible from the guest rooms and the public viewing stations." Full review
Frommer's
"No grander lodge ever existed on the African veldt, and the higher tariff returns to you in the form of a 24-hour safari." Full review
Drury Inn & Suites Near Universal Orlando Resort
7301 West Sand Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32819
From $70/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"The sunny, marble-floored lobby; well-appointed rooms; and sincere, cheerful service give the impression of a much pricier hotel." Full review
Frommer's
"Design is fresh in rust browns and greens, rooms are wider than the industry average, and there are tons of free extras." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The three-pearl Drury Inn & Suites Orlando offers easy access to Universal Studios Orlando Resort and a plethora of freebies." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"This consistent, cost-conscious national chain, based in St Louis, Missouri, is a relative newcomer to Florida but still delivers value for money with a flourish, including half-board value at room-only prices." Full review