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Disney's Animal Kingdom LodgevsEo Inn
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is preferred by most writers compared to Eo Inn. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge comes in at 87 with positive reviews from 10 reviewers including concierge.com, DK Eyewitness and Fodor's.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Gayot
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
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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 Telegraph9.0
"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
Eo Inn Concierge Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
227 N. Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801
From $80/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge "The antithesis of a theme park hotel, the Eõ Inn & Spa in downtown Orlando is low on frills."
Travel + Leisure "Located in a 1923 building on the corner of historic Lake Eola Park, EO Inn & Urban Spa's 17 rooms and five suites create a peaceful atmosphere with soft waterfall sounds." Full review
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After a Dead Sea mudwrap or facial, head to the rooftop terrace's Jacuzzi or enjoy a coffee and pastry at the on-site Panera Bread.
DK Eyewitness "Upscale, chic, and luxurious, the Urban Spa features smart rooms as well as a day spa. The inn also plays host to the trendy Panera Café."
Rough Guide "Facing Lake Eola, this chic boutique hotel has 17 stylish rooms with modern furnishings; some of the more expensive rooms have lake views."
Michelin Guide "Overlooking Lake Eola in Thornton Park and facing downtown Orlando's skyline, this upscale boutique hotel operates in a lavishly remodeled 1923 building."
Lonely Planet "Sleek and understated, this downtown boutique inn overlooks Lake Eola near Thornton Park, with neutral-toned rooms that are elegant in their simplicity." Full review
