Best Disney Resorts Near Animal Kingdom for Teens (2026)
3 Disney World resorts near Animal Kingdom work well for teens (13–17). Here's what each offers in terms of price, pools, and transportation — ranked from most to least recommended.
Top Picks Near Animal Kingdom
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
ValueWhy it works for teens
- +Sports-themed decor appeals to older kids and sports fans
- +Least expensive resort on Disney property
- +Surfboard City pool is a fun hangout
Know before you book
- –No family suites — standard rooms only
- –Bus-only transportation
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
ModerateWhy it works for teens
- +Pepper Market food court is excellent — most dining variety of any moderate
- +Gran Destino Tower adds upscale hotel feel with a rooftop bar
- +Lost City of Cibola pool complex is one of the best moderate pools
Know before you book
- –Bus-only to all parks
- –Large resort — significant walking distances
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
DeluxeWhy it works for teens
- +Savanna-view rooms look out on real African animals — giraffes, zebras, and more
- +Most unique theme park resort in the world — nothing else like it
- +Jiko and Boma are two of the best restaurants at Disney World
Know before you book
- –Bus-only transportation — furthest deluxe from most parks
- –Savanna-view rooms cost a significant premium over standard rooms
Also Consider
These resorts are near other parks but are excellent choices for teens (13–17) at Disney World.
Disney's Pop Century Resort
Value$130–230/night · skyliner
Skyliner gondola connects directly to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios — a game-changer
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Moderate$210–370/night · skyliner
Skyliner hub — connects to both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios with easy transfers
Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Moderate$200–340/night · bus
Beauregard's Royal Marsh pool with a sea serpent slide is charming
Disney's Contemporary Resort
Deluxe$540–1100/night · monorail
Walking distance to Magic Kingdom — one of only two deluxe resorts you can walk to MK
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best budget resort near Animal Kingdom for teens (13–17)?
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort ($110–190/night) is the best budget option near Animal Kingdom for teens (13–17). Sports-themed decor appeals to older kids and sports fans.
Is it worth staying deluxe at Animal Kingdom with teens (13–17)?
Staying deluxe near Animal Kingdom pays off when transportation convenience matters. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge offers savanna-view rooms look out on real african animals — giraffes, zebras, and more. For teens (13–17), the main benefits are bus access and higher-quality pools and dining.
Which resorts near Animal Kingdom have the best pools for teens (13–17)?
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge have the best pool options near Animal Kingdom. Pepper Market food court is excellent — most dining variety of any moderate.
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