If you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World in 2027, picking the right resort hotel is about far more than comparing room rates and proximity to the theme parks. While millions of vacationers spend months researching park tickets, Lightning Lane selections, and dining reservations, many overlook one critical detail that can impact a stay: resort refurbishments, pool closures, and heavy construction.
To keep its collection of over two dozen hotels operating at high standards, Disney routinely cycles through room overhauls, exterior facade repairs, and seasonal pool maintenance. Staying at a resort during an active refurbishment can mean waking up to morning drilling, navigating scaffolding blocking scenic views, or discovering that your hotel’s feature pool is closed.
Here is a complete, detailed breakdown of every confirmed hotel closure and refurbishment project coming to Disney World throughout 2027.
Deluxe & DVC Resort Closures
Disney’s Deluxe and Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resorts command premium night rates. When active construction impacts these properties, closed amenities or noisy corridors can be particularly frustrating.
1. Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Heavy construction continues at Bay Lake Tower into late 2027. In addition to room updates, exterior maintenance on the main tower and work in the central atrium will remain active throughout the year.
- Impact on Guests: Expect visible construction work, alternate walking routes, and potential daytime noise. Exterior work may also impact views from select room balconies.
2. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge (Jambo House)
While Kidani Village completes its refurbishments, Jambo House continues its planned room overhaul through late January 2027.
- Impact on Guests: Daytime noise may occur in active room wings, though primary lodge amenities, dining venues, and savanna viewing areas remain open.
3. Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Visible exterior maintenance is scheduled across Disney’s Beach Club Resort through late 2027.
- Impact on Guests: Scaffolding and building coverings will impact exterior views in select areas of the resort, with temporary detours along walkways.
4. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn & Villas
From January 11, 2027, through April 2027, the Luna Park Pool, Luna Park Crazy Play Area, and Leaping Horse Libations pool bar will close for maintenance.
- Impact on Guests: Families seeking pool time during early 2027 must use the resort’s secondary leisure pools, as the main feature pool will be out of service.
5. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Select finishing projects—including covered entrance maintenance and minor lobby updates—will continue into early 2027.
- Impact on Guests: Arrival pick-up and drop-off zones may experience localized detours, though guest rooms and fine dining remain unaffected.
Moderate Resort Refurbishments
Disney’s Moderate Resorts balance immersive themes with sprawling grounds, making them popular choices for families.
1. Port Orleans Resort – Riverside & French Quarter
Room refurbishments at Port Orleans Riverside’s Magnolia Bend continue through August 2027, wrapping up a multi-year refresh. At the French Quarter, Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge reopens in January 2027 following a brief late-2026 closure.
- Impact on Guests: Guests staying in Riverside’s Magnolia Bend may encounter daytime construction noise and work vehicles in parking areas.
2. Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
From August 2026 through late September 2027, the Convention Center at Coronado Springs is undergoing a planned refurbishment that extends into the El Centro Corridor.
- Impact on Guests: Gran Destino Tower remains unaffected, but guests walking through El Centro for dining may navigate temporary partitions.
Value Resort Refurbishments & Skyliner Shutdowns
Value Resorts absorb high guest volumes while offering budget-friendly accommodations.
1. Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
Planned guest room refurbishments, starting in mid-2026, will conclude at the end of January 2027.
- Impact on Guests: Accommodation buildings will be closed off in sections. No room refurbishments have been announced for All-Star Music or All-Star Sports.
2. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Starting in mid-June 2027, guest rooms at Art of Animation will begin a multi-year refurbishment running through October 2028.
- Impact on Guests: Family suites and standard rooms will be updated block by block, resulting in intermittent daytime noise in active wings.
3. Disney Skyliner Maintenance Closure
For guests staying at Skyliner resorts—Pop Century, Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach, and Riviera Resort—the Disney Skyliner will close for annual maintenance from January 24 through January 30, 2027.
- Impact on Guests: Gondola service to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios will be suspended. Complimentary bus transportation will be provided, but travel times will be longer.
Proactive Tips for 2027 Travelers
You can easily avoid construction hassles with a few simple steps:
- Submit Room Requests: Use the My Disney Experience app to request a room in a building far removed from construction zones.
- Double-Check Pool Schedules: Verify that your resort’s feature pool isn’t scheduled for winter maintenance during your stay.
- Plan Transportation Routes: Account for the Disney Skyliner closure in late January when selecting your hotel.
By staying informed about Disney World’s 2027 refurbishment schedule, you can steer clear of construction noise and enjoy a magical getaway!
