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Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge vs Waldorf Astoria Orlando
Both Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Waldorf Astoria Orlando are rated very highly by experts. On balance, Waldorf Astoria Orlando is the choice of most writers compared to Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Waldorf Astoria Orlando ranks #2 in Orlando with accolades from 14 reviewers such as The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
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.
Waldorf Astoria Orlando
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Jetsetter
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
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14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando, FL 32821
From $387 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"Much as at the nearby theme parks, once you arrive at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando (opened in 2009), the experience is all-consuming."
Jetsetter
"Gold- and marble-bedecked resort marrying old school luxury with access to all things Disney."
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Oyster
Luxury
"In a town known for kitschy family-oriented resorts, the Waldorf stands out as one of the only true luxury hotels in Orlando."
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DK Eyewitness
"Set in almost 500 acres (202 ha) of woodlands and waterways, with great access to Orlando’s attractions, this luxury hotel is close to all the theme parks."
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"This hotel inside the gates of Disney World is "the latest grande dame in town." Expect "amazing personalized service, yet staff are so family-friendly"."
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