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Wilderness Lodge, which opened in 1994, is a massive Lodge-inspired building that celebrates the American West and the grand National Park lodges. The lobby is filled with incredible details, from carved totem poles and animal-themed chandeliers to a massive fireplace with rock layers representing the Grand Canyon. The resort also features fantastic outdoor elements, like a geyser and a waterfall-fed pool area.
Animal Kingdom Lodge, which opened in 2001, is smaller in scale but no less impressive in its theming. Designed to feel more intimate and exploratory, the resort features an impressive lobby with African-inspired art and architecture, as well as the ability to view various African animals from the guest rooms and throughout the resort grounds.