Disney World’s Resort Hotel Refurbishment Schedule (2026-2028)
This page tracks the refurbishment schedule for the resort hotels at Disney World. At any time, multiple resort hotels and villas may be undergoing maintenance, from minor repairs to extensive remodels. These refurbishments can make or break your stay.
For instance, say your resort’s feature pool was closed for refurbishment during your trip dates. This could have a negative impact, especially if your idea of a vacation is spending a couple of afternoons relaxing poolside. Of course, most resorts have secondary pools, but they usually pale in comparison to a feature pool. On the flip side, if you don’t plan to use the pool, this downside might have little to no impact on your vacation. Either way, most guests will want to know what they’re up against.
Regarding pool refurbishments, note that when one pool closes, the other pools get crowded. Generally, Disney completes most pool refurbishments in the cooler months. That said, if you have a small child and see that an aquatic play area will be closed during your trip, you might consider another resort.
Another example is staying at a resort undergoing a significant remodel. For instance, do you want to stay at a hotel where loud construction begins at 9:00 a.m.? If you enjoy sleeping late, the answer is probably no. However, it might not matter if you plan to arrive at the parks early every morning.
Naturally, not all of these refurbishments are dealbreakers. You’ll need to weigh the importance of each item for yourself. Overall, I would ask myself whether the resort is still worth the expense, given the refurbishment. If not, this might be an excellent time to consider an alternative.
Before we get to the list of refurbishments, one other thing is worth clarifying. Not all refurbishments are posted online. All resorts are constantly undergoing maintenance, whether it’s minor repairs in a specific area, fresh paint, or the like. So if you’re walking through your resort grounds and see an area with “wet paint” signs, it doesn’t mean your resort is undergoing a refurbishment. As you can imagine, most properties of this magnitude require constant attention and maintenance.
Disney Resort Hotel Refurbishments
This list contains resort refurbishments announced for Walt Disney World. We update this article with new announcements and other work we notice during our resort visits.
Skyliner Refurbishment Notice
The Skyliner typically closes for refurbishment in January. Here is the official announcement for 2027 and 2028.
Disney Skyliner will be closed for routine refurbishment January 24–30, 2027, and January 24–February 2, 2028. During this time, complimentary bus transportation will be available.
Reference: Walt Disney World website
The following resorts will be directly affected by the Disney Skyliner’s annual refurbishment.
- Disney’s Pop Century
- Disney’s Art of Animation
- Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
- Disney’s Riviera Resort
The following Epcot Resorts are also within walking distance of the Skyliner and are considered indirectly affected by the refurbishment: Disney’s Beach Club, Yacht Club, BoardWalk, Swan, and Dolphin.
Read the Announcement Here: 2027 Disney Skyliner Refurbishment Dates
New: 2028 Disney Skyliner Refurbishment Dates
All-Star Movies
The following refurbishment notices are posted for Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort:
Room Refurbishment
Disney has announced that rooms at Disney’s All-Star Movies will undergo refurbishment. Here is the official announcement:
“Beginning in late May 2026, the rooms at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort will undergo planned refurbishment through the end of January 2027. During this time, Guests may see or hear construction work in the area, and alternate paths of travel may be in place.”
Refurbishment Dates: May 2026 – January 2027
Read the Announcement: Room Refurbishment Announced for Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort in 2026
All-Star Music
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
All-Star Sports
The following resort refurbishment is posted for All-Star Sports:
From September 18 through mid-December 2026, Grandstand Spirits Pool Bar at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort will be closed for refurbishment. During this time, a temporary pool bar will be available nearby. Guests may see or hear construction activity in the area during daytime hours while the work is underway.
Read the Announcement: Pool Bar at Disney’s All-Star Sports Closing for Refurbishment
Animal Kingdom Lodge
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.
Room Refurbishment:
Through early 2027, Guest rooms and select public areas at Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House will undergo planned refurbishment work. During this time, Guests may see or hear daytime construction in the area, and alternate paths of travel may be in place.
Refurbishment Dates: May 2026 through January 2027 for Jambo House
Read the Announcement: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to Undergo Extensive Refurbishment Through 2027
*The room refurbishment at Kidani Village was completed in May 2026.
Kidani Village
The following refurbishment notices are posted for Kidani Village.
“Beginning Aug. 17, the lobby and nearby areas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village will undergo refurbishment in phases. The work is expected to be completed in early Nov. Closures will take place in phases:
- Oct. 26–Nov. 6: The south side lobby corridor will be closed. During this time, Community Hall, Safari So Good Arcade, the laundry room, the Palace Library, lobby restrooms, and the outdoor terrace observation deck will be unavailable.
Guests may see or hear construction activity in the lobby area during daytime hours, including periods of more noticeable noise, until the work is complete. “
Read the Announcements:
Art of Animation
The following refurbishment notice is posted for Disney’s Art of Animation. Art of Animation is also affected by the annual Skyliner closures posted above.
From mid-June 2027 through Oct. 2028, rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will undergo refurbishment. The work will happen in phases, with one themed area being refurbished at a time. Guests may see or hear maintenance work in the area during daytime hours, and alternate paths of travel may be in place until work is complete.
Read the full notice: Room Refurbishment Starts at Disney’s Art of Animation in mid-2027
Beach Club Resort
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Beach Club Resort.
Exterior Refurbishment
“Disney’s Beach Club Resort is undergoing visible exterior maintenance through late 2027, which impacts views from various locations across the Resort hotel and—at times—requires alternate paths of travel. Guests may see or hear work in the area during daytime hours until the refurbishment is complete.”
Refurbishment Dates: Now Through Late 2027
Read Our Latest Photo Update: Disney’s Beach Club Exterior Refurbishment August 2026 Update
BoardWalk Resort
The following notices are posted for Disney’s BoardWalk.
Refurbishment General
“Now through late 2026, refurbishment work will take place in select areas of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. While Guests may see or hear work during daytime hours, most Resort amenities—including dining, recreation, and merchandise locations—will remain available.“
Refurbishment Dates: Through Late 2026
Read our Latest Photo Date: Disney’s Boardwalk Refurbishment August 2026 Update
In case you missed it, Disney announced several new additions to the Boardwalk that are expected to open by late 2026. The announcement also mentioned that a new quick-service restaurant is coming to Disney’s Boardwalk. More details will be announced later.
Pool Maintenance
“From January 11, 2027, through April 2027, the Luna Park Pool, the Luna Park Crazy Play Area, and Leaping Horse Libations at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Disney’s BoardWalk Villas will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see and hear work taking place during daytime hours. However, the Villas Pool and the Inn Pool will remain open for Guests to enjoy.”
Refurbishment Dates: January 11, 2027, through April 2027
Read the Announcement Here: The Luna Park Pool, Play Area, and Pool Bar to Close for Routine Maintenance in 2027
Caribbean Beach Resort
The Disney Skyliner will close for routine refurbishment January 24–30, 2027, and January 24–February 2, 2028. During this time, complimentary bus transportation will be available
Contemporary Resort
Disney posted an updated refurbishment notice for the Contemporary Resort, extending it into 2027. See the latest announcement below that combines all notices to date.
“Through late 2027, refurbishment work will occur in phases throughout select areas of Disney’s Contemporary Resort—including Bay Lake Tower and the Main Tower atrium. Additionally, Main Tower exterior maintenance may impact views from various locations throughout the Resort hotel and, at times, require alternate paths of travel. Guests may see or hear construction during daytime hours.”
Refurbishment Dates: Through Late 2027
Read Our Latest Photo Update: Disney’s Contemporary Refurbishment Update June 2026
Bay Lake Tower
The same notice for the Contemporary applies to Bay Lake Tower.
“Through late 2027, refurbishment work will occur in phases throughout select areas of Disney’s Contemporary Resort—including Bay Lake Tower and the Main Tower atrium. Additionally, Main Tower exterior maintenance may impact views from various locations throughout the Resort hotel and, at times, require alternate paths of travel. Guests may see or hear construction during daytime hours.“
Coronado Springs Resort
The following notice is posted for Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort.
“From August 10, 2026, through late September 2027, the Convention Center at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort will undergo a planned refurbishment. The El Centro Corridor and surrounding areas will also undergo a refurbishment tied to this work.
Work will be completed in phases, with individual spaces being temporarily inaccessible at times. The work will take place overnight to help minimize impacts to daily operations. During this time, Guests may see or hear construction activity in the area. “
Read the Announcement: Refurbishment Announced for Convention Center at Coronado Springs
Lakeshore Lodge
A new resort, Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, is being constructed along the shoreline between Disney’s Fort Wilderness and Wilderness Lodge. It is expected to open in 2027.
Fort Wilderness
The following notices are posted for Fort Wilderness.
The Cabins at Fort Wilderness
“Through mid-October, soil erosion prevention work will be taking place along the sidewalk on Big Pine Trail. At times, alternate paths of travel may be in place for Guests due to roadway detours. No resort amenities will be impacted by this work, but please be aware that you may see or hear construction activity in the area during business hours.”
If you are staying at Fort Wilderness, make sure you’re aware of the change to the bus route for Magic Kingdom for both the Fort and Wilderness Lodge.
Grand Floridian
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa.
Ongoing Refurbishment
“Renovations at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will continue in select areas, including the porte cochere, through early 2027. Guests may see or hear refurbishment work during daytime hours or need to take alternate paths of travel.“
Refurbishment Dates: Through Early 2027
Read the Announcement: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Refurbishment Extended Through 2027
Grand Floridian Cafe Refurbishment
“As part of this work, from mid-July through October 2026, Grand Floridian Cafe will temporarily close for a refresh. During this time, brunch will continue to be offered but will temporarily move to CÃtricos. All other dining locations at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will remain available for Guests to enjoy. Guests may see or hear refurbishment work during daytime hours and may need to take alternate paths of travel.”
Refurbishment Dates: Mid-July through October 2026
Read the Announcement: Refurbishment Closing Date for Grand Floridian Cafe
Seasonal/Other
“This holiday season at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Guests can enjoy elegant seasonal décor and festive offerings, along with new miniature gingerbread displays featured throughout the resort. To help keep the lobby flowing smoothly for resort Guests, the traditional large gingerbread house will not be offered this year.”
Read the Announcement: The Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Floridian Will Not Return in 2026
Old Key West
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Old Key West.
Due to ongoing refurbishment work along the boat route, the Sassagoula River Cruise will be temporarily unavailable at Old Key West from Oct. 12 through Nov. 1. Bus transportation will be available during the closure.
Golf Course Closure
“Additionally, Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course is temporarily closed for renovations through October 2026. Views from some rooms overlooking the golf course may be impacted until the work is complete.”
Polynesian Village
The following refurbishment notice is posted for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
Exterior Maintenance
“Through late 2026, some areas of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows are being refurbished. This work includes reconfiguring the front entrance roadway. Additionally, some views of the theme parks and other surrounding areas may be impacted. Most Resort dining, pools, and amenities will remain available.”
Read our Latest Update: Disney’s Polynesian Refurbishment Updates (Boat Dock Reopens, Bus Stop, and More)
Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace
“Through late October, Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will be temporarily closed due to refurbishment work at the Grand Ceremonial House.”
Read the Announcement: Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace Refurbishment Extended
View our timeline: Disney’s Polynesian Village Refurbishment Schedule
Pop Century
The Disney Skyliner will be closed for routine refurbishment January 24–30, 2027 and January 24–February 2, 2028. During this time, complimentary bus transportation will be available.
Port Orleans French Quarter
The following notice is posted for Port Orleans French Quarter:
Beginning on Oct. 6, Scat Cat’s Club – Café and Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter will temporarily close for refurbishment. The café is expected to reopen in December, and the lounge is expected to reopen in January 2027.
- Temporary Bar: A temporary bar will be available near the café from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Relocated Beignets & Coffee: Beignets and coffee will be available at Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory. Ghoulish Delight beignets will also be available there through Nov. 1.
Read the Announcement: Scat Cat’s Club Closing for Refurbishment in 2026
Port Orleans Riverside
The following notice is posted.
“From early May 2025 through August 2027, Guest rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside will undergo refurbishment throughout different parts of the Resort hotel. During this time, Guests may see or hear construction work in the area.”
Read the Latest Announcement: Port Orleans Riverside Room Refurbishment Extended Through August 2027
Riviera Resort
No notices are posted at this time.
This resort will be affected by the Skyliner closure in 2027, as noted toward the top of this page.
Saratoga Springs
The following notices are posted.
Now through Fall 2026, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa will have areas under refurbishment, including the Porte Cochere (covered arrival area) and Treehouse Villas. Guests may see or hear construction activity during daytime hours. During the refurbishment, the following areas will be temporarily closed:
- Tennis courts: Closed from late August through November 2026.
Additionally, Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course is temporarily closed for renovations through October 2026. The Golf Shop will remain open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During this time, Guests are welcome to enjoy Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course and Disney’s Palm Golf Course. Guests may see or hear work in the area during daytime hours, and views from some rooms overlooking the golf course may be impacted until the work is complete.
Wilderness Lodge
The following notice is posted for Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.
“Through late 2026, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge are undergoing exterior refurbishment. As part of this project, the security kiosk is being expanded through mid-October. Most amenities will remain available; however, Guests may experience obstructed views in some areas and may see or hear construction during daytime hours.”
Refurbishment Dates: Through late 2026
Read the Announcement: Wilderness Lodge Refurbishment Extended through 2026
Yacht Club
The following notice is posted for Disney’s Yacht Club Resort.
Exterior Refurbishment
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is undergoing exterior maintenance through late 2026. This work will impact views from various locations throughout the Resort and—at times—require alternate paths of travel. Guests may see or hear work in the area during daytime hours until the refurbishment is complete.
Refurbishment Dates: Now Through Late 2026
Read Our Latest Photo Report: Disney’s Yacht Club Refurbishment August 2026 Update
Final Thoughts
As you can see, Disney’s refurbishment schedule is often extensive and continually ongoing. With this many resort hotels, constant refurbishment is inevitable. Although many amenities remain available, guests can almost always expect some construction noise during the day.
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