Disney World’s Resort Hotel Refurbishment Schedule (2024-2025)
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 take some of these refurbishments into consideration. 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 July 10, 2024.
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Disney World Resort Hotel Refurbishment
This list contains resort refurbishments announced for 2024 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.
![the Beach Club's lobby after its refurbishment](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-world-hotel-updates-2024.jpg)
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 Rendering of the new cabins at Fort Wilderness](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-fort-wilderness-cabin-concept-scaled.jpeg)
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
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
![the lobby of Disney's Contemporary with bright orange chairs and monorail wallpaper](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-world-hotel-refurbishment.-contemporary.jpg)
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 2024
Related: Bay Laker Tower Review
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
The following notices are posted for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
Now through Fall 2024, work will take place to paint the exterior of buildings throughout Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort & Bungalows, with guest room balconies also being affected. Guests may see and hear painting work during daytime hours, typically from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Refurbishment Dates: January 2024 through Fall 2024
![exterior work on buildings at Disney's Polynesian Resort](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/polynesian-updates-january-2024-exterior-buildings.jpg)
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 taking place 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
![the new DVC tower being built at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-resort-hotel-construction-new-build.jpg)
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
It appears that most of the work has been completed around the resort. On our last visit, we saw that both sides of the fence around the main entrance had been removed, and fresh landscaping was added.
M. Mouse Mercantile, the 2nd-floor lobby gift shop, is currently closed for refurbishment. At this time, we do not know what remains to be completed or if the lobby will undergo further improvements.
![scaffolding covering the main building of Disney's Grand Floridian](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-world-resort-refurbishment-details.jpg)
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 May 2025
Related: Disney’s Beach Club Resort Review
![new carpet and furniture in a hallway](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-beach-club-resort-refurbs.jpg)
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 2024 through May 2025
Related: Disney’s Yacht Club Review
![resort side entrance Disney's Yacht Club](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-refurbishmets-schedule-2024-2025.jpg)
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
Other:
- Big River Grille and Brewing Works permanently closed in early 2024.
- A new restaurant, The Cake Bake Shop, is supposed to open in 2024.
- A new offering, Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs, is supposed to open in 2024.
![the progress of the Cake Bake Shop on Disney's Boardwalk with blue walls and white trimmed windows](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/boardwalk-april-2024-updates-disney.jpg)
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Review
![The Aruba section of Caribbean Beach with the rooms closed off for refurbishment.](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-resort-refurbishment-caribbean-beach.jpg)
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Review
![Ariel towering over her section of The Little Mermaid area of Art of Animation](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/art-of-animation-refurbishment-disney.jpg)
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
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
![animals grazing on the savanaa](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-refurbishments-kidani-village.jpg)
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
The following notices are posted for Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort:
From July 1 through July 31, 2024, the World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort will undergo a refurbishment. During this time, guests may utilize the My Disney Experience app to order food and drinks with their mobile devices. Signs featuring a QR code in the lobby and near the World Premiere Food Court areas will take guests to the app when scanned. Please note that the mobile order menu will only offer select items at this time.
Refurbishment Dates: July 1 through July 31, 2024
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.
*This refurbishment was originally scheduled for 2024 and has been postponed until 2025.
Refurbishment Dates: January 2025 through April 2025
Related: Disney’s All-Star Movies Review
![a picture of Mickey spraying water over the All-Star Movies Pool](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/all-star-movies-pool-refurbishment.jpg)
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
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
![Scales the water slide at Port Orleans French Quarter](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/port-orleans-french-quarter-pools-013-1.jpg)
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa
Nothing is scheduled at this time.
Related: Disney’s Saratoga Springs Review
![a room with wood flooring, a queen size bed, and a pull down bed after refurbishment](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/SaratogaDeluxeStudio-78.jpg)
Disney’s Old Key West Resort
Nothing is scheduled at this time. However, on our visit to Old Key West in May of 2024, we noticed that an entire section of buildings was closed off with scaffolding wrapped around them. Here are a few photos.
![a construction area at Disney's Old Key West with fences around the building area](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-old-key-west-updates-08.jpg)
![a building at Old Key West with scaffolding](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-old-key-west-updates-april-2024.jpg)
![a sign that lists the vacation homes at Disney's Old Key West](https://www.resortsgal.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-old-key-west-updates-06.jpg)
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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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?