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Disney CONFIRMS Grand Floridian Refurbishment Will Extend Through 2027

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At this point, it shouldn’t shock you that we’re getting more construction news at Disney World! Magic Kingdom is getting a massive expansion, Hollywood Studios is getting a new land, DinoLand just closed at Animal Kingdom, and a new resort is coming.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

Another refurbishment that is happening right now is at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. The resort has been undergoing refurbishment for a little while now, and Disney just announced that it won’t be complete any time soon!

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GLOW UP: These Disney’s Grand Floridian Hotel Before and After Pics Are Jaw Dropping

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Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has long been the crown jewel of Walt Disney World hotels, known for its timeless Victorian elegance, sweeping views of the Seven Seas Lagoon, and unmatched proximity to Magic Kingdom.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

It blends luxury with Disney charm in a way few other hotels can. But even icons need a refresh, and in 2023, the Grand Floridian underwent a stunning room refurbishment that breathed new life into its historic halls. The transformation? Absolutely jaw-dropping and these before and after photos prove it.

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Heads Up! Disney Just Made 7 NEW Announcements

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A lot just dropped in the world of Disney news — and if you blinked, you probably missed something.

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We’ve got a wild mix of updates from free food deals to major ride changes, new bars, and one surprisingly cheap hotel deal for Disney+ subscribers. Whether you’re booking a trip from the UK, a die-hard fan of villains, or just want to sip cocktails in a Victorian birdcage, there’s something here that could totally change your Disney World plans. Let’s break down everything you need to know about the seven big updates Disney just dropped.

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Changes To Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Lobby Have STARTED

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Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is changing big time!

Grand Floridian Resort

Recently, the iconic Disney resort announced major changes, and one big addition is coming to the resort soon. Disney is wasting no time getting started! We stopped by the resort today to see the progress ourselves.

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NEWS: A NEW Bar Is Coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort!

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Over the past several years, Disney World has made some major hotel changes.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

We’ve seen updated hotel rooms, refurbished lobbies, and even entirely new buildings added to some of the resorts. But one hotel that’s been getting perhaps the biggest and longest overhaul of all of them? The Grand Floridian Resort! This hotel refurbishment has been going on for YEARS now, and they’re culminating the changes with a big update to the lobby…which includes a new lobby bar.

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NEWS: More CHANGES Made to Disney’s Grand Floridian Hotel Lobby

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The Grand Floridian hotel has been undergoing some pretty big updates.

Lots of work is being done

The hotel has been getting some major refurbishments done. We’ve seen scaffolding around the buildings and inside the lobby. Well, good news: we have a new update on a bit of the construction zone!

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We Walked Through a Literal Construction Zone To Get Our Mobile Order in Disney World (But Apparently That’s Totally Fine)

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Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is one of the most luxurious resorts on property, so it’s no surprise that Disney might want to keep it lookin’ fresh.

Disney’s Grand Floridian

The hotel has undergone a LOT of changes in recent years with the opening of new Disney Vacation Club villas, an updated Narcoossee’s restaurant, and changes at Citricos and Victoria & Albert’s too. But, the changes start comin’ and they don’t stop comin’ apparently, because we spotted more construction at the Grand Flo!

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Major CHANGES Hit Disney’s Grand Floridian Hotel

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Get ready — something is CHANGING at an iconic Disney World hotel!

Grand Floridian Resort

The Grand Floridian is a Deluxe Resort near Magic Kingdom. It is on the Magic Kingdom Resort Monorail loop that connects it to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Magic Kingdom, and the Transportation and Ticket Center. The resort has undergone a LOT of changes in recent years with the opening of new Disney Vacation Club villas, an updated Narcoossee’s restaurant, and changes at Citricos and Victoria & Albert’s too. And now more changes are taking place.

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Opening Date Revealed for Disney’s NEW Grand Floridian Resort Rooms!

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When you hear the word “luxury,” you probably don’t think about theme parks and family tourist destinations, but the truth is, you can experience some serious opulence and elegance in Disney World (as long as you’re willing to spend some serious cash). In fact, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa was recently ranked as one of the BEST hotels in Orlando!

This is a beautiful resort!

As much as we love the Grand Floridian Resort, it was time for a little update. Recently, Disney started construction at one of Disney’s most popular Deluxe hotels, with plans to add 200 NEW DVC rooms to the resort. We’ve been keeping our eyes out for updates, and now we’ve got an important update to share about the new rooms coming to the Grand Floridian Resort.

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Disney Announced a DATE for the Grand Floridian’s Major Refurbishments

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One of Disney World’s fanciest hotels is about to get even fancier.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is a Deluxe-level resort, and it’s also on the Magic Kingdom Monorail loop. It has gorgeous lakeside views, some fantastic dining, and prices to match. Now Disney has set the date for some MAJOR refurbishments, which are happening at this fancy hotel soon! [Read more…]

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