{"id":40739,"date":"2026-05-01T06:00:27","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T10:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?page_id=40739"},"modified":"2026-04-26T14:51:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T18:51:28","slug":"animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/","title":{"rendered":"Animal Kingdom Resort Area Hotels (Best Disney World Resorts Near Animal Kingdom)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"entry-meta\"><time class=\"entry-time\">1 May 2026<\/time> by <span class=\"entry-author\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/steve-bell-founder-and-editor-in-chief-military-disney-tips\/\" class=\"entry-author-link\" rel=\"author\"><span class=\"entry-author-name\">Steve Bell<\/span><\/a><\/span> <span class=\"entry-comments-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#respond\">Leave a Comment<\/a><\/span> <\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 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href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#The_most_peaceful%E2%80%94and_most_unique%E2%80%94resort_area_at_Walt_Disney_World\" >The most peaceful\u2014and most unique\u2014resort area at Walt Disney World.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Quick_Facts_About_the_Animal_Kingdom_Resort_Area\" >Quick Facts About the Animal Kingdom Resort Area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Location_Overview\" >Location Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Transportation_What_%E2%80%9CBus-Only%E2%80%9D_Really_Means\" >Transportation: What \u201cBus-Only\u201d Really Means<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#The_Resorts_in_the_Animal_Kingdom_Resort_Area\" >The Resorts in the Animal Kingdom Resort Area<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Disneys_Animal_Kingdom_Lodge\" >Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom Lodge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Disneys_Coronado_Springs_Resort\" >Disney\u2019s Coronado Springs Resort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Disneys_All-Star_Movies_Resort\" >Disney\u2019s All-Star Movies Resort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Disneys_All-Star_Music_Resort\" >Disney\u2019s All-Star Music Resort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Disneys_All-Star_Sports_Resort\" >Disney\u2019s All-Star Sports Resort<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Who_Should_Stay_in_the_Animal_Kingdom_Resort_Area\" >Who Should Stay in the Animal Kingdom Resort Area?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Military_Discount_Considerations\" >Military Discount Considerations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_most_peaceful%E2%80%94and_most_unique%E2%80%94resort_area_at_Walt_Disney_World\"><\/span>The most peaceful\u2014and most unique\u2014resort area at Walt Disney World.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a quieter, more immersive resort experience at Walt Disney World, the Animal Kingdom Resort Area offers something completely different from the rest of Disney property.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-AKL-Animals.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-40694\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-AKL-Animals.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-AKL-Animals.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-AKL-Animals-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-AKL-Animals-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is where you\u2019ll find incredible theming, savanna views with real animals, and some of the most relaxing resort environments anywhere at Disney.<\/p>\n<p>But there\u2019s a tradeoff\u2014and it\u2019s an important one: transportation.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a closer look at what this area offers and whether it\u2019s the right fit for your trip.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Facts_About_the_Animal_Kingdom_Resort_Area\"><\/span>Quick Facts About the Animal Kingdom Resort Area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Western side of Walt Disney World near Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resorts:<\/strong> Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney\u2019s Coronado Springs Resort, Disney\u2019s All-Star Movies, Music, and Sports Resorts<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resort Categories:<\/strong> Deluxe, Moderate, Value<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transportation:<\/strong> Bus transportation only<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best For:<\/strong> Relaxation, theming, value stays, quieter environments<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eligible for Military Discounts:<\/strong> Yes (availability varies by resort and season)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location_Overview\"><\/span>Location Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Animal Kingdom Resort Area is located on the western side of Walt Disney World property, centered around Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom theme park.<\/p>\n<p>While that might sound convenient, it\u2019s important to understand that proximity to Animal Kingdom does not mean easy access to the other parks.<\/p>\n<p>This area is more spread out and less connected than others, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/\">EPCOT<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/magic-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-magic-kingdom\/\">Magic Kingdom<\/a> Resort Areas. That\u2019s part of what makes it feel quieter and more relaxed\u2014but it also affects how you get around.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transportation_What_%E2%80%9CBus-Only%E2%80%9D_Really_Means\"><\/span>Transportation: What \u201cBus-Only\u201d Really Means<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>All resorts in the Animal Kingdom Resort Area rely exclusively on Disney bus transportation.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/WDW-Transpo-Guide-Bus.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15838\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/WDW-Transpo-Guide-Bus.jpg\" alt=\"Does Disney provide transportation to Universal Studios?\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/WDW-Transpo-Guide-Bus.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/WDW-Transpo-Guide-Bus-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/WDW-Transpo-Guide-Bus-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/WDW-Transpo-Guide-Bus-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>There is no Monorail, Skyliner, boat, or walking access to any theme park from this area.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what that means in practice:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Animal Kingdom:<\/strong> Short bus rides (typically the closest park)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Magic Kingdom:<\/strong> Longer bus rides compared to other resort areas<\/li>\n<li><strong>EPCOT &amp; Hollywood Studios:<\/strong> Moderate bus travel times<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Disney\u2019s bus system is reliable, but it does require more planning and patience compared to areas with multiple transportation options.<\/p>\n<p>For some families, this is not a big issue. For others, especially those who like taking mid-day breaks or park hopping frequently, it can be a deciding factor.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Resorts_in_the_Animal_Kingdom_Resort_Area\"><\/span>The Resorts in the Animal Kingdom Resort Area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disneys_Animal_Kingdom_Lodge\"><\/span>Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom Lodge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Animal-Kingdom-Lodge-Room-View-2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-18835\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Animal-Kingdom-Lodge-Room-View-2.jpg\" alt=\"Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Villas\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Animal-Kingdom-Lodge-Room-View-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Animal-Kingdom-Lodge-Room-View-2-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Animal-Kingdom-Lodge-Room-View-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Animal-Kingdom-Lodge-Room-View-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-animal-kingdom-lodge\/\">most unique resort<\/a>s at Walt Disney World\u2014and arguably one of the most immersive hotels anywhere.<\/p>\n<p>Guests can view giraffes, zebras, and other animals right from the resort\u2019s savannas, creating an experience you won\u2019t find anywhere else on Disney property.<\/p>\n<p>The theming, dining, and overall atmosphere are top-tier, even among Deluxe resorts.<\/p>\n<p>The tradeoff is transportation. You\u2019re relying entirely on buses, and the resort is farther from most parks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Guests who value experience and atmosphere over convenience<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disneys_Coronado_Springs_Resort\"><\/span>Disney\u2019s Coronado Springs Resort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Coronado-Springs-Resort.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21620 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Coronado-Springs-Resort.jpg\" alt=\"Disney\u2019s Art of Animation Resort\u00a0\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Coronado-Springs-Resort.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Coronado-Springs-Resort-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Coronado-Springs-Resort-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Coronado-Springs-Resort-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-coronado-springs-resort\/\">Coronado Springs<\/a> is a Moderate resort with a unique blend of resort-style theming and convention hotel features.<\/p>\n<p>The addition of Gran Destino Tower has elevated its overall feel, making it one of the more upscale Moderate options on property.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a large resort, so internal travel time can add to your day, but it often offers strong value for the price.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Moderate pricing with upgraded amenities<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disneys_All-Star_Movies_Resort\"><\/span>Disney\u2019s All-Star Movies Resort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-All-Star-Movies-Wheelie.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-40792\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-All-Star-Movies-Wheelie.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-All-Star-Movies-Wheelie.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-All-Star-Movies-Wheelie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-All-Star-Movies-Wheelie-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>A Value resort with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-all-star-movies-resort\/\">bold Disney theming<\/a> and budget-friendly pricing, ideal for families who plan to spend most of their time in the parks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Budget-conscious families<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disneys_All-Star_Music_Resort\"><\/span>Disney\u2019s All-Star Music Resort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_21611\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Music.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21611\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21611\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Music.jpg\" alt=\"Choosing Your Walt Disney World Resort\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Music.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Music-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Music-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Music-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21611\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Disney&#8217;s All-Star Music Resort<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-all-star-music-resort\/\">Music<\/a> is similar to Movies, but with the added benefit of Family Suites that can sleep up to six guests.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Larger families on a budget<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disneys_All-Star_Sports_Resort\"><\/span>Disney\u2019s All-Star Sports Resort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/All-Star-Sports-Exterior.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14900 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/All-Star-Sports-Exterior.jpg\" alt=\"Disney's All-Star Sports Resort\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/All-Star-Sports-Exterior.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/All-Star-Sports-Exterior-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/All-Star-Sports-Exterior-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/All-Star-Sports-Exterior-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/All-Star-Sports-Exterior-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Often the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-all-star-sports-resort\/\">most affordable of the Value resorts<\/a>, with a sports-themed atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Lowest-cost stays on Disney property<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Stay_in_the_Animal_Kingdom_Resort_Area\"><\/span>Who Should Stay in the Animal Kingdom Resort Area?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This area is best suited for a specific type of Disney trip.<\/p>\n<p>You should strongly consider staying here if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You want a quieter, more relaxed resort environment<\/li>\n<li>You value theming and atmosphere over transportation convenience<\/li>\n<li>You are looking for strong Value or Moderate pricing<\/li>\n<li>You don\u2019t plan to return to your room frequently during the day<\/li>\n<li>You are comfortable relying on buses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You may want to consider another area if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You want the fastest possible transportation to multiple parks<\/li>\n<li>You plan to park hop frequently<\/li>\n<li>You want easy mid-day breaks<\/li>\n<li>You prefer having multiple transportation options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_Discount_Considerations\"><\/span>Military Discount Considerations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>All resorts in this area are eligible for the <a href=\"\/blog\/the-disney-armed-forces-salute-military-ticket-and-room-discounts\/the-disney-armed-forces-salute-a-fantastic-disney-military-resort-room-discount\/\">Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Discount<\/a>, though availability varies.<\/p>\n<p>For military families, this area often offers some of the best availability and value.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>All-Star Resorts:<\/strong> Frequently among the lowest-cost discounted options<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coronado Springs:<\/strong> A strong Moderate value with upgraded amenities<\/li>\n<li><strong>Animal Kingdom Lodge:<\/strong> Occasionally a great Deluxe value when discounts are available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If your goal is to maximize savings while still staying on Disney property, this area is often worth a close look.<\/p>\n<p>If you want help comparing options, we recommend working with a military-focused Disney travel specialist:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/the-mouse-experts-military-disney-vacation-specialists\/\">The Mouse Experts Military Disney Vacation Specialists<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Coronado-Springs-Resort-Pool.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-18569\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Coronado-Springs-Resort-Pool.jpg\" alt=\"Top 11 Free or Low Cost Disney World Ideas\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Coronado-Springs-Resort-Pool.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Coronado-Springs-Resort-Pool-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Coronado-Springs-Resort-Pool-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Coronado-Springs-Resort-Pool-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Animal Kingdom Resort Area offers one of the most unique and relaxing experiences at Walt Disney World.<\/p>\n<p>While it doesn\u2019t provide the transportation convenience of other areas, it makes up for it with atmosphere, value, and a slower pace.<\/p>\n<p>For the right trip, that tradeoff can be well worth it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Have you stayed in the Animal Kingdom Resort Area? 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