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Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge vs Sonesta 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
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
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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."
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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.
Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - Lake Buena Vista
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DK Eyewitness
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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."
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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."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 150-room, three-pearl Staybridge Suites Lake Buena Vista is a top-notch, mid-range hotel in a very convenient location."
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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."
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