Renovations Extended at Key Disney World Hotels Into 2027 as Reports Warn on 2026 Stays
Expanded timelines signal ongoing daytime work and scaled-back experiences across multiple deluxe resorts.
Overview
- Disney’s Beach Club refurbishment now runs into 2027, and the Yacht Club’s previously described routine exterior work is extended through late 2026.
- Animal Kingdom Lodge will phase room projects with Kidani Village targeted through May 2026 before Jambo House refurbishment in the second half of 2026 into early 2027.
- The Grand Floridian lobby overhaul adds a birdcage‑inspired bar and limits holiday offerings, with no iconic gingerbread house this season.
- Polynesian Village Resort bungalows and villas remain under refurbishment through 2026, with potential impacts to Magic Kingdom views and fireworks sightlines.
- Recent coverage advises travelers to consider alternate hotels in late 2025 and 2026 due to expected daytime noise, route changes, and intermittent access to pools and dining.