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Disney World is always changing, especially at resort hotels where constant refurbishments and updates happen. We want to make sure you’re calm and comfortable during your vacation instead of hearing jackhammers in your sleep.
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From room refurbishments to pool and restaurant closures to new dining locations, it’s important to plan around these things and avoid the unexpected. Here are 13 new changes coming to Disney World hotels this Fall!
All-Star Movies Resort started refurbishment on its rooms this past May and plans to continue through late January 2027, so you can plan to expect loud noises and blocked off areas if you’re visiting during this timeframe. If you’re looking for the same atmosphere without the noise, All-Star Music Resort and All-Star Sports Resort are two other great options!
All-Star Movies Resort
Refurbishment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge: Kidani Village recently wrapped up in May, but now it’s Jambo House’s turn. Construction on this section of the resort will continue through January 2027.
Jambo House Construction
After Jellyrolls closed last year, we’ve been wondering what will replace it, and now we at least have a guess! A new lounge called Hurly-Burly will introduce guests to “fun-filled afternoons and glamorous evenings inside a historic seaside theatre with a vibrant BoardWalk story that spans over a century” and is set to open in late 2026. While Disney did not specify where this lounge will be, based on the size of the lounge and the concept art, it looks like it could be in the old Jellyrolls building!
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Both the Contemporary Resort and Bay Lake Tower have lengthy ongoing construction and refurbishments. Bay Lake Tower and the Main Tower Atrium both have construction running through late 2027. There is also Main Tower exterior maintenance, which may impact views from various locations throughout the resort.
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
While construction at Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, including the covered entrance, will continue through early 2027, a popular dining location is set to reopen in October. The Grand Floridian Cafe closes in mid-July and will reopen later in the Fall. In the meantime, guests will be able to enjoy the beloved brunch at Citricos.
Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Through August 2027, guest rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside will undergo refurbishment throughout different sections of the Resort hotel. Because it may be noisy during this time, we’d suggest staying at the sister resort, Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter! You’ll find the same amenities and transportation offerings with the addition of walking distance to those delicious beignets!
Port Orleans Riverside
There has been a lot of construction and refurbishments happening around Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, and by the time Fall comes around, it’ll be mostly complete! The Treehouse Villas construction will continue through late September. The Turf Club Lounge will reopen in late August, and The Turf Club Bar and Grill will be closed from late August through late September. Also set to reopen this Fall is Lake Buena Vista Golf Course. The update will include a full greens refurbishment, irrigation upgrades, and other key enhancements.
Treehouse Villas Construction
Big things are coming to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, including the addition of its Disney Vacation Club Resort, Lakeshore Lodge! Wilderness Lodge and Copper Creek Villas & Cabins are currently undergoing exterior refurbishment through late 2026. Because of this, the security kiosk is being expanded through mid-October. The entrance to the resort will remain open, but lane closures may occur at times. Guests may also experience obstructed views in some areas.
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Wilderness Lodge
Exterior maintenance at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is scheduled to continue through the end of the year, while exterior maintenance at Disney’s Beach Club Resort will occur through late 2027. Yachtsman Steakhouse also closed in early May and has a tentative reopening date of early September. So, if you’re vacationing at Disney World before September and hoping for a nice steak dinner, we’d suggest Steakhouse 71 at The Contemporary, or if you’d like to stay in the area, Ale & Compass Restaurant offers a great selection of entrees.
Yachtsman Steakhouse
We’re always on the lookout for the latest updates and changes around Disney World! Be sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog, so you don’t miss any Disney news and updates!
Which Disney World resort refurbishment are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments below!
Wilderness Lodge Construction
From room refurbishments to pool and restaurant closures to new dining locations, it’s important to plan around these things and avoid the unexpected. Here are 13 new changes coming to Disney World hotels this Fall!
All-Star Movies Resort
All-Star Movies Resort started refurbishment on its rooms this past May and plans to continue through late January 2027, so you can plan to expect loud noises and blocked off areas if you’re visiting during this timeframe. If you’re looking for the same atmosphere without the noise, All-Star Music Resort and All-Star Sports Resort are two other great options!
All-Star Movies Resort
Animal Kingdom Lodge
Refurbishment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge: Kidani Village recently wrapped up in May, but now it’s Jambo House’s turn. Construction on this section of the resort will continue through January 2027.
Jambo House Construction
BoardWalk Inn
After Jellyrolls closed last year, we’ve been wondering what will replace it, and now we at least have a guess! A new lounge called Hurly-Burly will introduce guests to “fun-filled afternoons and glamorous evenings inside a historic seaside theatre with a vibrant BoardWalk story that spans over a century” and is set to open in late 2026. While Disney did not specify where this lounge will be, based on the size of the lounge and the concept art, it looks like it could be in the old Jellyrolls building!
©Disney
Contemporary Resort & Bay Lake Tower
Both the Contemporary Resort and Bay Lake Tower have lengthy ongoing construction and refurbishments. Bay Lake Tower and the Main Tower Atrium both have construction running through late 2027. There is also Main Tower exterior maintenance, which may impact views from various locations throughout the resort.
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
While construction at Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, including the covered entrance, will continue through early 2027, a popular dining location is set to reopen in October. The Grand Floridian Cafe closes in mid-July and will reopen later in the Fall. In the meantime, guests will be able to enjoy the beloved brunch at Citricos.
Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Port Orleans Riverside
Through August 2027, guest rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside will undergo refurbishment throughout different sections of the Resort hotel. Because it may be noisy during this time, we’d suggest staying at the sister resort, Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter! You’ll find the same amenities and transportation offerings with the addition of walking distance to those delicious beignets!
Port Orleans Riverside
Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
There has been a lot of construction and refurbishments happening around Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, and by the time Fall comes around, it’ll be mostly complete! The Treehouse Villas construction will continue through late September. The Turf Club Lounge will reopen in late August, and The Turf Club Bar and Grill will be closed from late August through late September. Also set to reopen this Fall is Lake Buena Vista Golf Course. The update will include a full greens refurbishment, irrigation upgrades, and other key enhancements.
Treehouse Villas Construction
Wilderness Lodge
Big things are coming to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, including the addition of its Disney Vacation Club Resort, Lakeshore Lodge! Wilderness Lodge and Copper Creek Villas & Cabins are currently undergoing exterior refurbishment through late 2026. Because of this, the security kiosk is being expanded through mid-October. The entrance to the resort will remain open, but lane closures may occur at times. Guests may also experience obstructed views in some areas.
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Wilderness Lodge
Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
Exterior maintenance at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is scheduled to continue through the end of the year, while exterior maintenance at Disney’s Beach Club Resort will occur through late 2027. Yachtsman Steakhouse also closed in early May and has a tentative reopening date of early September. So, if you’re vacationing at Disney World before September and hoping for a nice steak dinner, we’d suggest Steakhouse 71 at The Contemporary, or if you’d like to stay in the area, Ale & Compass Restaurant offers a great selection of entrees.
Yachtsman Steakhouse
We’re always on the lookout for the latest updates and changes around Disney World! Be sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog, so you don’t miss any Disney news and updates!
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Which Disney World resort refurbishment are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments below!
