The various lobby areas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village will be closed in sections starting in August for a multi-month refurbishment.
Kidani Village Refurbishments
The lobby areas refurbishment will begin August 17 and be done in phases. Each area will be closed for a certain amount of time for refurbishment between the middle of August and November 2026.
The refurbishment dates, as of now, are as follows:
- August 17 – October 9: Both the main lobby and primary entrance will close with check-in to move to the Palace Library.
- August 17 – 28: Johari Treasures closed.
- September 28 – October 9: North lobby corridor will close, making both the second floor lobby elevators and outdoor terrace observation deck unavailable.
- October 26 – November 6: South lobby corridor will close. The following areas will not be available during this time:
- Community Hall
- The laundry room
- Lobby restrooms
- Outdoor terrace observation deck
- Palace Library
- Safari So Good Arcade
During the refurbishment period, guests may hear or see construction activity during daytime hours.
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