Disney World’s Resort Hotel Refurbishment Schedule (2024-2026)
At any given time, multiple resorts, hotels, and villas are undergoing refurbishment at Walt Disney World. Refurbishments can range from major construction to minor items like a brief pool closure.
Below, we’ve listed the scheduled resort refurbishments for the Walt Disney World Resorts. If you plan an upcoming stay, you might want to consider some of these refurbishments. 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 article was updated on September 16, 2024.
Disney World Resort Hotel Refurbishment
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.
Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground
The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness are the newest Disney Vacation Club Resort at Walt Disney World. The cabins began a phased opening on July 1, 2024.
Beginning July 13, 2024, horseback riding will be temporarily unavailable Monday through Friday at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground due to construction. However, rides may be available on Saturdays and Sundays during this time. Check the My Disney Experience mobile app on Friday of each week to see if horseback riding is happening on the following Saturday and Sunday—and if available, reserve a ride
Disney Refurbishment Calendar
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
The following notices are for refurbishment at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.
From April through December 2024, Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will undergo exterior refurbishment work. During this time, Guests may see and hear construction work during daytime hours.
Refurbishment Dates: April 2024–December 2024
Starting August 5, 2024, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will undergo exterior refurbishment work. During this time, Guests may see and hear construction work during daytime hours.
Refurbishment Dates: August 5, 2024 to TBD
Related: Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Review
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time. Make sure to note the refurbishment at Bay Lake Tower below.
Related: Disney’s Contemporary Resort Review
Bay Lake Tower
The following notice is for Bay Lake Tower, which sits adjacent to Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
From Sept. 2024 through 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. (This is expected to be a major room refurbishment.)
Refurbishment Dates: September 2024 through September 2025
Related: Bay Laker Tower Review
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
The following notices are 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 a.m.
Refurbishment Dates: Now Through 2026
A new Disney Vacation Club Resort is being built between Disney’s Polynesian Village and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, so significant construction is happening near both resorts.
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.
The former walkway along Seven Seas Lagoon is also closed due to this construction. During this time, guests will have to take a construction path between the Grand Floridian and Polynesian. (The construction path is closed as of this update.)
Refurbishment Dates: Ongoing
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa.
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
Disney’s Beach Club and Beach Club Villas
The following notices are posted for Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club Resorts.
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 Review
Disney’s Yacht Club
The following notice is posted specifically for Disney’s Yacht Club.
From January 2025 through May 2025, some guest rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort will be under refurbishment. 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 Review
Disney’s Boardwalk Inn and Villas
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Boardwalk Inn and Villas.
From August through mid-September, Leaping Horse Libations will undergo refurbishment work. During this time, a temporary bar will be available on the pool deck from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Guests may see and hear construction work during daytime hours.
Refurbishment Dates: August through mid-September 2024
Additional Notice
Beginning in September, the Screen Door General Store, Disney’s Character Carnival, and Thimbles & Threads at Disney’s BoardWalk will each undergo refurbishment. While one store is closed for construction, you are welcome to shop at and enjoy the other two stores we have available.
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
The Barbados leisure pool will be closed July 29 through the end of September. During this time, we invite guests to enjoy the Fuentes del Morro feature pool and our other four leisure pools around the resort. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Refurbishment Dates: July 29th through September 2024
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
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Pop Century Resort.
From Monday, July 29, through the end of September (2024), the Everything POP Food Court will be under refurbishment. During this time, we ask that guests please use mobile order in the My Disney Experience app to order food and drinks. Guests should please be prepared to utilize alternate entrances to the food court. Dining room seating may be limited.
Refurbishment Dates: July 29 through September 2024
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
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Kidani Village Review
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
The following notices are posted for Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort:
Notice
From August 12 to mid-October, some areas of the World Premiere Food Court will be closed for refurbishment. Dining room seating may be limited.
Additional Notice:
From January 2025 through April 2025, Fantasia Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort will be closed for routine maintenance. During daytime hours, guests may see or hear construction work. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim in the Duck Pond Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort.
Refurbishment Dates: January 2025 through April 2025
Related: Disney’s All-Star Movies Review
Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
The following notices are posted for Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort.
From July through September 2024, Sport Goofy Gifts and Sundries will undergo refurbishment work. The store will remain partially open for guests to shop during the refurbishment. Guests may see and hear construction work.
Refurbishment Dates: July 2024 through September 2024
Additional Notice for 2026
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.
Related: Disney’s All-Star Sports Review
Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Port Orleans Riverside Review
Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort.
From May 2024 through November 2024, some guest rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter will be under refurbishment. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available.
Refurbishment Dates: May 2024 through November 2024
Additional Notice:
From September 23 to mid-October 2024, the Scat Cat’s Café at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter will be closed for refurbishment. During this time, Mickey-shaped beignets, specialty beignets and specialty coffees will be available at Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory.
Refurbishment Dates: September through mid-October 2024
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
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 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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