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Disney World Scales Back Resort Perks for 2026, Ending MagicBand Discounts and Package Delivery

The quiet, post-pandemic rollbacks shift costs and planning onto guests.

Overview

  • MagicBands are no longer complimentary and Disney ended pre‑arrival MagicBand+ discounts for resort guests and Annual Passholders in October 2025.
  • Disney+ is not provided with a room stay, and in‑room access varies by hotel, with some TVs allowing personal logins and others requiring guests to stream from their own devices.
  • Park‑to‑resort merchandise delivery has been discontinued, so purchases must be carried or shipped home, though Bell Services still accepts outside packages for guest pickup.
  • Traditional in‑room dining has largely been eliminated across most resorts, with only a few Deluxe hotels retaining limited room‑service options while others require pickup of mobile orders.
  • These changes were phased in without a broad announcement as Disney streamlined operations after the pandemic, signaling a shift away from numerous small complimentary amenities.