Disney World Resort Refurbishments 2025-2026
At any given time, multiple resorts, hotels, and villas at Walt Disney World are undergoing refurbishment. Refurbishments can range from major construction to minor items like a brief pool closure. Below, we’ve listed scheduled resort refurbishments for the resorts.
Resort refurbishments could make or break your stay. For instance, if the resort’s feature pool was closed, you might be miss out on one of the resort’s best amenities. Likewise, if you don’t mind dealing with a little extra construction, you might be able to secure a discounted rate.
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Those planning an upcoming stay will likely want to consider the refurbishments listed below. 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, a little noise might not be a big deal if you plan to arrive at the parks early every morning.
Another consideration is whether you’ll spend much time at the pool. When one pool closes for refurbishment, the other pools at the resort get crowded. Generally, Disney completes most pool refurbishments in the cooler months. But if you have a small child and see that an aquatic play area will be closed during your trip, you might consider another resort.
Of course, not all of these refurbishments are dealbreakers. You’ll need to weigh the importance of each item for yourself. Overall, I would ask myself if the resort is still worth the expense with the refurbishment that’s taking place. If not, this might be an excellent time to consider an alternative.
This guide was updated on May 10, 2025.
Refurbishments
This list contains resort refurbishments announced for this year and beyond at Walt Disney World. We update this article to include new announcements and things that we see and hear during our resort visits.
All-Star Movies
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Guide
All-Star Music
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s All-Star Music Resort Guide
All-Star Sports
The following refurbishment notice is posted for Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort.
From January 2026 until late April 2026, the Surfboard Bay Pool and the kiddie pool at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort will be closed for maintenance. During this time, the Grand Slam Leisure Pool at Disney’s All-Star Sports will continue to be available. Additionally, Guests are welcome to use the other pools throughout Disney’s All-Star Resorts, including the Calypso Pool, Piano Pool and kiddie pool at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort; and the Fantasia Pool, Duck Pond Pool and kiddie pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort.
Refurbishment Dates: January 2026 to April 2026
Related: Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Guide
Animal Kingdom Lodge
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort Guide
Kidani Village
A complete room refurbishment is expected to take place at some point. No formal announcements have been made as of this update.
Art of Animation
The following notice is posted for the Skyliner Resorts.
From January 25, 2026, through January 31, 2026, Disney Skyliner will be closed for refurbishment. Complimentary bus service will be available.
Walt Disney World Website
Related: Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Guide
Beach Club Resort
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Beach Club, Beach Club Villas, and Yacht Club.
From January 25, 2026, through January 31, 2026, Disney Skyliner will be closed for refurbishment. Complimentary bus service will be available.
Walt Disney World Website
Beginning in January 2025, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts are currently undergoing refurbishments. While Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours, most Resort hotel amenities will remain available.
Posted Notice
From January 2025 through June 2025, Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim at the Tidal, Admiral and Dunes Cove leisure pools.
Refurbishment Dates: January 2025 through June 2025
Related: Disney’s Beach Club Resort Guide
BoardWalk Resort
The following notice is posted for Disney’s BoardWalk.
From January 25, 2026, through January 31, 2026, Disney Skyliner will be closed for refurbishment. Complimentary bus service will be available.
Walt Disney World Website
Related: Disney’s BoardWalk Resort Guide
Caribbean Beach
The following notice is posted for the Skyliner Resorts.
From January 25, 2026, through January 31, 2026, Disney Skyliner will be closed for refurbishment. Complimentary bus service will be available.
Related: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Guide
Contemporary Resort
The following notice is available for Bay Lake Tower, which could affect Disney’s Contemporary.
September 2024 Through Summer 2025
Refurbishments will occur in select areas of Disney’s Contemporary Resort—including Bay Lake Tower and the Convention Center. Please allow for extra travel time. Guests may also see and hear construction during their stay.
Walt Disney World Website
Related: Disney’s Contemporary Resort Guide
Bay Lake Tower
The following notice is for Bay Lake Tower, which sits adjacent to Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
From January 26, 2026 to early May 2026, the Bay Cove Pool, the water play area and the whirlpool spa at Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will temporarily be closed for maintenance. The Bay Lake Pool, the feature pool and the water play area and the whirlpool spa at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will remain open for Guests to enjoy.
Refurbishment Dates: January 26, 2026 to early May 2026
From Sept. 2024-Sept. 2025, room refurbishment work will take place in Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. During the refurbishment, Guests will see and hear construction work throughout Bay Lake Tower. Additionally, the Skybridge may experience intermittent closures. Please allow extra time for travel as alternate paths may be utilized.
Refurbishment Dates: September 2024 through September 2025
Coronado Springs
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Guide
Fort Wilderness
A new resort, Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, is being constructed along the shoreline of Disney’s Fort Wilderness. It is scheduled to open in 2027.
Beginning early May, construction will take place near the Meadow Swimmin’ Pool area. The Meadow Swimmin’ Pool and Wilderness Swimmin’ Pool will remain open. However, the nearby tennis courts, volleyball court and the Meadow Playground will be closed temporarily. Please note that Guests may see and hear construction in the area until the work is complete.
Related: Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Guide
Grand Floridian
The following notice is posted for Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will be receiving enhancements to select areas in phases, including the lobby and convention center, from April through November 2025. Guests may see and hear construction during daytime hours, and portions of the lobby will be closed at times. All pools and most resort dining and other amenities will remain available. Please allow extra time for travel, as path adjustments may be in place.
Dates: April through November 2025 (Grand Floridian Lobby Enhancements Notice)
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is currently undergoing refurbishment. Guests will be able to see and hear construction around the resort – including the lobby – during daytime hours. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available. Please allow for extra travel time.
Refurbishment Dates: Ongoing
Related: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Guide
Old Key West
No scheduled notices are posted as of this update.
Related: Disney’s Old Key West Resort Guide
Polynesian Village
The following refurbishment notice is posted for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
Now through 2026, you may see and hear construction and refurbishment work during daytime hours. The ongoing enhancements may impact views from several places within the Resort hotel property. To minimize disruptions during your stay, activities that may create noise will begin no earlier than 9:00 AM.
Refurbishment work is subject to change due to operational needs or weather conditions.
Refurbishment Dates: Through 2026
Related: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Guide
Pop Century
The following refurbishment notices are posted for Disney’s Pop Century Resort.
From January 25, 2026, through January 31, 2026, Disney Skyliner will be closed for refurbishment. Complimentary bus service will be available.
Walt Disney World Website
From late March 2025 to mid-February 2026, guest rooms at Disney’s Pop Century Resort will undergo refurbishment. While all resort amenities will remain available, you may notice construction during daytime hours.
Refurbishments Date Vary: Now-2026
We have a photo post with room updates for Pop Century here.
Related: Disney’s Pop Century Resort Guide
Port Orleans French Quarter
Port Orleans French Quarter is wrapping up its room refurbishment. All guests should receive an updated room.
Related: Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort Guide
Port Orleans Riverside
The following notice is posted.
From early May 2025 through the end of January 2026, guest rooms in the Magnolia Bend at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside will undergo refurbishment. During this time, guests may see or hear construction work in the area.
Refurbishment Dates: April 2025 through January 2026
Related: Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort Guide
Riviera Resort
From January 25, 2026, through January 31, 2026, Disney Skyliner will be closed for refurbishment. Complimentary bus service will be available.
Walt Disney World Website
Related: Disney’s Riviera Resort Guide
Saratoga Springs
No notices at this time.
Related: Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Guide
Wilderness Lodge
The following notice is posted for Copper Creek Villas, a Disney Vacation Club Resort at the Wilderness Lodge.
From May 12 through May 21, 2025, Whispering Canyon Café will be closed for refurbishment. During this time, Guests can choose from a variety of other dining locations at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, including Territory Lounge, Roaring Fork, Geyser Point Bar & Grill and Story Book Dining at Artist Point with Snow White.
Refurbishment Dates: May 12th through May 21st (2025)
From mid-May 2025 to September 2025, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will undergo refurbishment. While all Resort amenities will remain available, you may notice refurbishment work during daytime hours.
Refurbishment Dates: May 2025 to September 2025
Related: Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort Guide
Yacht Club
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Yacht Club Resort.
From January 2025 through June 2025, Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim at the Tidal, Admiral and Dunes Cove leisure pools.
Refurbishment Dates: January 2025 through June 2025
Beginning in January 2025, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts are currently undergoing refurbishments. While Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours, most Resort hotel amenities will remain available.
Refurbishment Dates: January 2025 through May 2025
Related: Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Guide
Final Thoughts
Disney’s refurbishment schedule is often extensive and continually ongoing. With this many resort hotels, constant refurbishment is inevitable. Although many amenities remain available at most resorts, guests can almost always expect some construction noise during the day.
For more information about planning a Walt Disney World vacation, you might enjoy these articles:
- How to Create A Budget for Disney World
- The Best Pools at Disney World Ranked (with Honorable Mentions)
- Disney World Resort Hotel Reviews
- The 12 Best Off-Site Hotels Near Disney That Will Wow You!
Or you might like our entire guide to the Disney World Resorts.
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