The first round of refurbished Disney Vacation Club accommodations at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village will begin welcoming Guests starting Friday, December 12th. This news was announced during today’s 2025 Animal Kingdom Lodge Condo Association Meeting.
Full hard goods refurbishments kicked off at Kidani in October 2025 and will continue through May 2026, before moving to Jambo House, which is slated for refurbishment from May 2026 through January 2027.
These hard goods refurbishments include major updates to guest rooms and public spaces, such as new furniture, flooring, lighting, and possibly even layout enhancements.
What’s Changing at Animal Kingdom Lodge?
DVC again confirmed that Murphy-style pull-down beds will be part of the upgrades where space allows at Animal Kingdom. However, in response to Member questions, they emphasized that efforts are being made to preserve the unique charm and atmosphere that make Animal Kingdom Lodge so beloved by Members.
Unfortunately, no images or further details have been shared yet. We’re eagerly awaiting our first look at these refreshed rooms – so if you’re among the first to stay in one, please reach out to us at info@dvcfan.com or message us on social media. We’d love to see your photos or possibly meet up for a quick tour!
Can You Request a Refurbished Room?
Yes! Members can submit a room request to potentially stay in one of the newly refurbished units. However, keep in mind that initial availability will be extremely limited, and room requests are not guaranteed. As more rooms are completed over time, the chances of landing one will improve.
Stay tuned to DVCFan.com and the DVC Fan Facebook Group for more updates from this year’s Condo Association Meetings.
