Disney World Resort Refurbishment Schedule (2023-2024)
At any given time, there are usually multiple resorts, hotels, and villas under some sort of refurbishment at Walt Disney World. Refurbishments can range from major construction to minor items like a brief pool closure.
This article will look at the scheduled resort refurbishments for the Walt Disney World Resorts. If you have an upcoming stay planned, you might want to consider some of these refurbishments.
For instance, do you really 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 if you’ll spend a good deal of time at the pool. When one pool closes for refurbishment, the other pools at the resort get crowded.
Generally, Disney does try to complete 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 a good time to consider an alternative.
This article was updated on March 19, 2023.
Disney World Resort Hotel Refurbishment
This list contains resort refurbishments announced for 2023 and beyond at Walt Disney World.
Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground
Refurbishment Dates: January 9, 2023, through early April 2023
- The Meadow Swimmin’ Pool and spa will be closed for a refurbishment.
During this time, guests can still use the Wilderness Swimmin’ Pool, spa, and water play area. In addition, the Meadow Snack Bar will remain open.
Disney cites that you may see and hear construction noise during this refurbishment. Construction usually begins at 9:00 a.m. and can last until dusk.
Related: Disney’s Fort Wilderness Review
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Refurbishment Dates: This resort is undergoing refurbishments.
Per Disney:
Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is undergoing refurbishment. While Resort amenities remain available throughout the refurbishment, you may be able to see and hear construction during daytime hours.
Related: Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Review
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Refurbishment Dates: January 9, 2023, through early April 2023
- The feature pool and whirlpool spas will be closed for refurbishment. Guests will still have access to the water play area and the Bay Lake Pool during this time.
Per Disney’s site:
From January 9, 2023, through early April 2023, the feature pool and whirlpool spas will be closed for refurbishment. The water play area and Bay Lake Pool will remain open for your enjoyment. You may see and hear construction noise while this refurbishment is underway, but you should not hear noise from Guest rooms between dusk and 9:00 AM. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Related: Disney’s Contemporary Resort Review
Bay Lake Tower
Refurbishment Dates: This resort is undergoing refurbishments.
Also, note the refurbishment listed above for 2023 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort since these sister resorts share amenities.
Related: Bay Laker Tower Review
Disney’s Polynesian Resort
Refurbishment Dates: August 2022–TBD
*There is major construction between the Polynesian and Grand Floridian, where a new Disney Vacation Club Resort is being built. More details are available here.
Per Disney’s website:
As we prepare for the proposed expansion at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, you will see and hear construction at certain times of the day. To minimize disruptions during your stay, activities that may create noise will not start earlier than 9:00 a.m.
Additionally, the former walkway along Seven Seas Lagoon is closed due to this construction. Guests will have to take a construction path between the Grand Floridian and Polynesian during this time.
A few years ago, Disney’s Polynesian Resort underwent an entire resort refurbishment. During that time, the monorail platform and front entrance of the resort were reconstructed entirely.
During that time, the resort refurbishment included total room makeovers. We have a few articles previewing those details:
Related: Disney’s Polynesian Resort Review
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa
Refurbishment Dates: March 2022 through TBD
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is undergoing an entire resort refurbishment. Most villas have been completely remodeled with new room designs. You can preview them here.
- Work has begun on the standard rooms at Disney’s Grand Floridian.
- While we don’t have exact dates yet, the Grand Floridian lobby will receive a refurbishment at some point.
Per Disney’s announcement, most resort hotel amenities will remain available. In addition, guests can expect construction noise during the day.
Walkway Refurbishment Dates: February 13, 2023 –Late Spring
Per Disney’s site:
“As we prepare to refurbish more guest rooms and buildings at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, the walking path between Grand Floridian and Magic Kingdom Park will be temporarily closed beginning Feb. 13 and is expected to reopen late this spring. Boat and monorail transportation will remain available to guests traveling to Magic Kingdom.”
Narcoossee’s Refurbishment Dates: June 18, 2022–April 1, 2023
- “Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is currently unavailable due to refurbishment. We expect to return next year with an enhanced table-service experience.“
Related: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Review
Disney’s Beach Club and Beach Club Villas
Refurbishment dates: January 7, 2023 through Late Fall (Note these dates were recently extended. This refurbishment was scheduled to be completed in April but now shows late Fall.)
Per Disney:
“From January 7, 2023 through late Fall, Disney’s Beach Club Villas will undergo refurbishment. During this time, Resort amenities will remain available for your enjoyment. While you may see or hear construction during daytime hours, you should not hear noise from Guest rooms between dusk and 9:00 AM.“
Related: Disney’s Beach Club Resort Review
Disney’s Yacht Club
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Yacht Club Review
Disney’s Boardwalk Inn and Villas
Refurbishment Dates: This entire resort is undergoing refurbishment.
Per Disney:
“Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Villas are being refurbished, with new offerings, plus updates coming to our guest rooms, lobby, and more. Please note that while most hotel amenities will remain available, you may be able to see and hear construction during daytime hours. Additionally, please allow for additional travel time.“
Additionally, ESPN Sports Bar and Grill has permanently closed. A new restaurant, The Cake Bake Shop, will open at the former location sometime in 2023.
New Disney’s Boardwalk Concierge Refurbishment
Per Disney:
As we continue to reinvigorate Disney’s BoardWalk, the Concierge Lounge at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn will be closed for refurbishment from March 11 through the end of April. Guests will hear refurbishment work in surrounding areas during daytime hours; nighttime refurbishment work should not be audible to guests in their guest rooms.
Disney Refurbishment (Complete)
Boardwalk Inn’s water slide at the Luna Park Pool has reopened as of mid-March 2023!
Related: Construction Progress at Disney’s Boardwalk Inn
Related: Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Review
Disney’s Riviera Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Riviera Resort Review
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Refurbishment Dates: January 2024–April 2024
- Fuentes del Morro Pool at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Per Disney:
“From January 2024 through April 2024, the Fuentes del Morro Pool at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim in any of the five leisure pools at this Disney Resort hotel.“
Select Room Refurbishment Dates: October 2022–2023
Per Disney:
- “To continually enhance the guest experience, some of the resort rooms in the Trinidad area of Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort will be receiving a brand-new look and feel. These new rooms, which will include subtle nods to fan-favorite characters from under the sea, will accommodate more guests and feature updated finishings that can’t be found anywhere else at the resort. As we prepare these new rooms, guests will be able to see and hear refurbishment work in and around Trinidad beginning October 3rd. We look forward to welcoming guests into these new rooms in 2023.
Related: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Review
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Review
Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Pop Century Resort Review
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Review
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas Kidani Village
Refurbishment Dates: February 1, 2023 through September 2023
“From February 1, 2023, through September 2023, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village will be undergoing refurbishment. During this time, you may be able to see and hear construction during the daytime hours.”
Related: Kidani Village Review
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
Refurbishment Dates: January 2024–April 2024
- Fantasia Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
Per Disney:
From January 2024 through April 2024, Fantasia Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim in the Duck Pond Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort.
Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: All-Star Music Resort Review
Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
This resort is under a major room refurbishment as of October 2022.
Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Port Orleans Riverside Review
Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter
Refurbishment Dates: January 2024 through April 2024
- Doubloon Lagoon at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Per Disney:
From January 2024 through April 2024, the Doubloon Lagoon pool at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim in the Ol’ Man Island pool at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside.
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa
Refurbishment Dates: January 2023 through March 2023
- The High Rock Springs Pool and On the Rocks Pool Bar at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa will be unavailable while the pool undergoes refurbishment. The Paddock Pool and other leisure pools will remain open and available to guests throughout this refurbishment.
Additionally, Saratoga Springs recently underwent a full-room refurbishment. Rooms received a much-needed makeover and turned out fantastic. You can preview them in our photo tour here.
Related: Disney’s Saratoga Springs Review
Disney’s Old Key West Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Disney Resorts Refurbishments Conclusion
Disney’s refurbishment schedule is often extensive and continually ongoing. With this many resort hotels, constant refurbishment is inevitable.
If you’re planning on visiting any of these resorts, it’s best to check the refurbishment dates to see if your desired resort will be having a facelift of some sort during your stay.
Although many amenities will remain available at most resorts, guests can almost always expect construction noise during the day.
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In the Comments
Hopefully, you found this resort refurbishment schedule helpful for planning your next vacation. What are your thoughts on staying at a resort with active construction or remodeling work? Is it an issue, or does it depend on what work is being completed?
