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Disney's Animal Kingdom LodgevsSonesta ES Suites Orlando - Lake Buena Vista
Both Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Staybridge Suites Lake Buena Vista are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is the choice of most reviewers compared to Staybridge Suites Lake Buena Vista. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is ranked #6 in Orlando with endorsements from 10 reviews including oyster.com, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
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Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Gayot
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
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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
Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - Lake Buena Vista Frommer's DK Eyewitness Rough Guide
Oyster Fodor's
8751 Suiteside Drive, Orlando, FL 32836
From $87/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "This chain hotel is ideally located just off Apopka-Vineland Road, close to the action of Downtown Disney and the theme parks, as well as area restaurants and shops." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Particularly large and uniquely designed rooms, plus a central location and a grocery delivery service, make this the perfect choice for families and groups."
Rough Guide "With similar facilities to its sister property on I-Drive (see p.272), this relaxing hotel is only about a mile from the entrance to Downtown Disney. $200."
OysterMid-Range
"The 150-room, three-pearl Staybridge Suites Lake Buena Vista is a top-notch, mid-range hotel in a very convenient location." Full review
Fodor's "Just minutes from a Disney entrance, this award-winning all-suites (one- and two-bedroom, two-bath) accommodation is perfect for a big family or group on a small budget who want a home away from home." Full review
