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Disneyland Ends Early Park Entry for Hotel Guests, Prompting Speculation About Disney World

The change reflects a broader pullback in hotel benefits that raises questions about Florida’s next steps.

Overview

  • Disneyland has removed early park entry for guests at its resort hotels and is substituting a single complimentary Lightning Lane-style redemption, according to Inside the Magic.
  • Walt Disney World has announced no changes to its policy, and its early entry currently stands at 30 minutes after being reduced from one hour in recent years.
  • Coverage notes a string of previously cut on-property perks across Disney resorts, including free MagicBands, the Magical Express airport service, and hotel merchandise delivery.
  • Given strong use of early entry at Disney World, outlets suggest a full removal there is less likely than a potential shift to limited access for deluxe hotel guests or select nights.
  • Guest reaction reported by fan sites is mixed, with some warning that further reductions could diminish the value of on-site stays and push more travelers to offsite hotels.