Animal Kingdom Lodge actually has two parts to the property. Jambo House is the main hotel area, and about a quarter of a mile away is another building called Kidani, which the DVC suites area.
Jambo House
Jiko
Price: $$$
Location: Downstairs from the lobby
Need reservations: Yes
Why we love it:
- outstanding food & dishes you will never have elsewhere
- amazing African wine list
- calm, beautiful, upscale dining experience
- consistently crowd-pleasing, even from non-adventurous eaters
Kidani Village
Sanaa
Price: $$$
Location: Kidani Village building
Need reservations: Maybe
Why we love it:
- beautiful, ground-level views of the Savannah (book during daytime, you can’t see anything at night)
- two words: bread service. trust me, get it.
- varied African beer and wine selection
- unique and adventurous menu
Why you might not love it:
- it’s not at the main hotel building, so you’ll have to walk or shuttle over to Kidani Village
- if you go at night, you won’t get the Savannah view