Just back from AKL

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I just got back from 8 days at Animal Kingdom Lodge (Jambo) and it was my first time! It is a beautiful resort. We got upgraded to savannah view, which was awesome. There were always plenty of animals out the window to look at.

I loved the Mara. The pastries were good for breakfast, but the standout for me was the falafel pita with couscous for dinner! That stuff was good (I hate greasy falafel, and this was pretty good).

The thing I didn't love was the darkness. I knew about this going in, but I wasn't prepared for HOW dark it was going to be. I am more of a bright and breezy girl, and I made a special trip to go back to Boardwalk Inn for a bit to add some sunlight back in my life. This isn't something I couldn't live with--just not my thing.

The other thing I couldn't get into was the smell of the smoked meat from Boma every time I entered the lobby. My parents used to own a barbeque restaurant, so this is a very sensitive smell for me (I just don't like it). I would say that if you don't like the smell of smoking meats, you probably should hold your breath in the lobby

Overall, LOVED it, but probably won't be making it my permanent home (that still belongs to Boardwalk Inn).

 

[CanadianPaco]

Thanks for sharing! We're staying there for the first time come August! I

 

[LifeIsDis]

I have stayed at AKL before and I love it. It is a very beautiful resort and I love the animals.
We only ate at the Mara once, but I wasn't a fan. Maybe it's just me because I have seen that people really like it.
I agree, it is so dark thoughout the whole resort! That was the one thing that bothered me.

 

[Mousemom]

We will be at AKL for our 4th stay in September (unless an AP rate opens up for WL). Our family loves the rooms, the theming, and we really love that smell that you were talking about when you walk in the lobby. It just shows how certain things may appeal to some and not to others. We have had savannah views and also a pool view once. We enjoyed the pool view more. Sitting out on the deck in the morning overlooking the pool, drinking coffee, with the palm trees right there was a great way to start the day. We had the morning sun coming through the sliding doors and it did seem to brighten the room up too. Will be excited to stay at either WL or ALK.