Jambo or Kidani? - The DIS Discussion Forums

babyflo1 · 12-24-2012, 12:36 AM

Traveling with DH, 2 children and sister in October 2013. Has anyone stayed at either resort that can tell pros/cons of either? Kidani is slightly more expensive, I think because of extra bathroom and more sq feet. If I get my groceries delivered how to choose? Not going for the savanna view to save $$ but want to do a safari. Any advice?

Deb & Bill · 12-24-2012, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by babyflo1

Traveling with DH, 2 children and sister in October 2013. Has anyone stayed at either resort that can tell pros/cons of either? Kidani is slightly more expensive, I think because of extra bathroom and more sq feet. If I get my groceries delivered how to choose? Not going for the savanna view to save $$ but want to do a safari. Any advice?

They offer an evening safari that includes dinner at Jiko, so it is pricy and there is an age limit to it. The Sunrise Safari requires a concierge stay.

npuhala · 12-24-2012, 07:01 AM

Even though I'm a DVC member, I much prefer Jambo over Kidani. To me the lobby and overall theming is more impressive. It is my favorite resort on property because I swear I'm in Africa! I could stay here without going to the parks. Kidani, to me, feels more like an apartment complex with African decorations. Consider a savanna view instead of the safari. Watching the animals come in while sipping coffee in your pjs in the morning (or champagne at night) is amazing!

Pakey · 12-24-2012, 08:00 AM

I prefer the rooms in Kidani so much over Jambo. And the walk or shuttle to Jambo is short. You can experience the best of both.

I have stayed at every deluxe and DVC except for Poly and Kidani gets my vote for favorite resort.

Mickey'sApprentice · 12-24-2012, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by npuhala

Even though I'm a DVC member, I much prefer Jambo over Kidani. To me the lobby and overall theming is more impressive. It is my favorite resort on property because I swear I'm in Africa! I could stay here without going to the parks. Kidani, to me, feels more like an apartment complex with African decorations. Consider a savanna view instead of the safari. Watching the animals come in while sipping coffee in your pjs in the morning (or champagne at night) is amazing!

Ditto. Our room at kidani was too far from the lobby. Also, not having counter service in the mornings was a bummer. And because of our room location, we basically drove everywhere during the trip because it was more convenient than walking to the buses. We will be staying at Jambo next time we stay at AKL. Everything is more convenient and you have 3 restaurants and a much larger gift shop there.

TaraPA · 12-24-2012, 09:05 AM

I've stayed at & visited both several times. Kidani is smaller & more intimate, Jambo is larger & more lively. There's more to do at Jambo & the lobby & shop are much more impressive. I like the rooms better at Kidani.

If I'm traveling with adults only, I prefer Kidani for the solitude. After a day in the parks its so nice to return to peace & quiet.

If I'm travelling with kids, I prefer Jambo because its closer to all the hustle & bustle.

conefrog · 12-24-2012, 02:32 PM

Very helpful points of view for both. We are thinking about AKL for our next stay and renting points. Looks like you can't go wrong either way as there are pros and cons for each side.

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babyflo1 Earning My Ears Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 24	Jambo or Kidani? Traveling with DH, 2 children and sister in October 2013. Has anyone stayed at either resort that can tell pros/cons of either? Kidani is slightly more expensive, I think because of extra bathroom and more sq feet. If I get my groceries delivered how to choose? Not going for the savanna view to save $$ but want to do a safari. Any advice? __________________ Wilderness Lodge May '09 Old Key West May '11

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TaraPA I will think of that animatronic as him I also wouldn't mind if they made it racier!The germs would just skeeve me out! Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Posts: 14,319	I've stayed at & visited both several times. Kidani is smaller & more intimate, Jambo is larger & more lively. There's more to do at Jambo & the lobby & shop are much more impressive. I like the rooms better at Kidani. If I'm traveling with adults only, I prefer Kidani for the solitude. After a day in the parks its so nice to return to peace & quiet. If I'm travelling with kids, I prefer Jambo because its closer to all the hustle & bustle. __________________ BWV Girls Trip 4/13WL CL/AKV Jambo split family trip 3/13 CSR surprising family trip 12/12 POR Girls Trip 10/12 BC CL/Dolphin Family Trip 3/12 BCV/Poly Girls Trip 3/12 AKV Kidani 11/11 Girls Trip! Dolphin 3/11 - family trip Swan - 3/11 GIRLS TRIP! AKV Kidani - Girls Trip 10/10!! Dolphin 2/10- ESPN Weekend/family trip BLT 11/09 - Girls Trip Dolphin - 12/08 - Girls Trip Solo trip/offsite - 05/08 Dolphin 12/07 - mom & Dane trip AKL 12/06 - family trip AS Music 11/02 - mom & Ty trip Disneyland - Anaheim Hilton 5/02 - adults only! AS Sports 9/01 - family trip Swan 10/00 - family trip CSR 10/99 - family trip ** offsite 1989,1987, 1970's

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12-24-2012, 07:01 AM	#3
npuhala Earning My Ears Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 19	Even though I'm a DVC member, I much prefer Jambo over Kidani. To me the lobby and overall theming is more impressive. It is my favorite resort on property because I swear I'm in Africa! I could stay here without going to the parks. Kidani, to me, feels more like an apartment complex with African decorations. Consider a savanna view instead of the safari. Watching the animals come in while sipping coffee in your pjs in the morning (or champagne at night) is amazing!

12-24-2012, 08:00 AM	#4
Pakey Lobster A Boo Boo Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Central California Posts: 19,060	I prefer the rooms in Kidani so much over Jambo. And the walk or shuttle to Jambo is short. You can experience the best of both. I have stayed at every deluxe and DVC except for Poly and Kidani gets my vote for favorite resort.

12-24-2012, 02:32 PM	#7
conefrog Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 21	Very helpful points of view for both. We are thinking about AKL for our next stay and renting points. Looks like you can't go wrong either way as there are pros and cons for each side.