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Updated September 8, 2020
\nHere are the key changes at Walt Disney World hotels you’ll want to be aware of before visiting.\u00a0 \u00a0You may want to grab a cup of your favorite beverage because there’s a bit to go through.\u00a0 \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n
You can find out more about what resort hotels are open<\/a>, or scheduled to be this year or in 2021 here<\/a>.<\/p>\n For more details on what resort services and amenities will be available, check our update What Will Be Open at Each Disney Resort Hote<\/a>l.<\/p>\n Disney has made some important updates at\u00a0 their hotels and implemented a number of new health and well-being measures.\u00a0 Before traveling to Florida, please make sure that you have reviewed any advisories or restrictions that may be in place for travel to Florida. Visit https:\/\/floridahealthcovid19.gov\/<\/a> for information. Guests who are under isolation or quarantine orders must not enter Walt Disney World Resort.<\/p>\n Walt Disney World Resort Guests may be subject to additional screenings.<\/p>\n Please be aware that you’ll also need:<\/p>\n Also, it\u2019s highly recommended to have:<\/p>\n Enhanced cleaning measures will be in place at the resorts.<\/p>\n Common Areas<\/strong> Housekeeping<\/strong> Inside your room, you\u2019ll find:<\/p>\n And during your stay, your room will receive a light cleaning service every other day, which will include:<\/p>\n You can also decline every-other-day service.\u00a0 If there is more than one room on your reservation and you choose to decline service, your selection will apply to all rooms on the reservation.<\/p>\n Disney\u2019s Magical Express\u00ae Service Guests who choose to use Disney\u2019s Magical Express service will be responsible for picking up any of their checked luggage from the airport\u2019s baggage claim area, so that it can be loaded onto the motorcoach to their Disney Resort hotel. Please know that your luggage will travel with you to your Disney Resort hotel.<\/p>\n Luggage assistance will be available at the front of your Disney Resort hotel, including luggage storage and\/or transport to the room.<\/p>\n Upon your departure, please ensure your luggage is with you and is loaded onto the motorcoach, so you can check it in with your airline once you reach the airport. The resort airline check-in service is no longer available.<\/p>\n Many airlines have modified their flight schedules, so please confirm your flight information. If you plan to use Disney\u2019s Magical Express service, contact your room reservation booking agent, or call (407) 939-1936 to make any updates to your flight information on file.<\/p>\n Complimentary Resort Transportation Minnie Van Service<\/strong> Parking at Disney Resort Hotels<\/strong> Complimentary Theme Park Parking for Disney Resort Hotel Guests<\/strong> Some Disney Resort hotel services will be modified or unavailable during the initial reopening period, based on physical distancing and health guidelines.<\/p>\n Changes include:<\/p>\n These will be modified based on physical distancing and health guidelines and be a bit different than you’re used to.<\/p>\n Dining Experiences<\/strong><\/a> All Guests may now make dining reservations up to 60 days in advance. Here are some important details to help you plan:<\/p>\n Disney Resort Hotel Dining<\/strong> In-Park Dining<\/strong> Disney Springs Dining<\/strong> Amenities and recreation have been modified based on physical distancing and health guidelines.<\/p>\n Pools<\/strong><\/p>\n Fitness Centers & Sports Courts<\/strong><\/p>\n Available Recreation<\/strong> Temporarily Unavailable<\/strong> Additionally, the following special offerings and childcare services are not available during the initial reopening:<\/p>\n Merchandise Locations<\/strong> Checking In and Out\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n To aid in physical distancing efforts, we strongly recommend that you use Online Check-In Service in advance\u2014online or with the My Disney Experience app.<\/p>\n When your room is ready, you\u2019ll get a room-ready notification. Then, you can use either a MagicBand or the My Disney Experience app digital key feature to enter your room!<\/p>\n When it\u2019s time for you to checkout, you\u2019ll be automatically checked out of your room, so there will be no need to visit the Front Desk (unless you have unresolved charges to your Disney Resort hotel folio).<\/p>\n If you’re looking for a summary of all the specific updates for Walt Disney World Resort Hotels – including what dining, shops, and activities will be available\u00a0 upon its initial opening, check here for details<\/a>!<\/p>\n This is a very fluid situation and for more updates for Walt Disney World Resort Hotels, check here<\/a>\u00a0 or contact your\u00a0TMFLT<\/a>\u00a0Travel Counselor.<\/p>\nThe theme parks will begin a phased reopening on July 11, 2020 – you can find those details here<\/a> including the temporary cancellation of FastPass+ service and Extra Magic Hours.<\/div>\n![\"Disney's](\"https:\/\/www.themagicforless.com\/tmflblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/WDW-BCV-Banner-2.png\" "\\"key")
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Updates to Resort Cleaning<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nIncreased cleaning in high-traffic areas such as public elevators and escalators, handrails, benches, tables, handles, restrooms, and more.<\/p>\n
\nPrior to your arrival, your room will undergo thorough cleaning\u2014with attention to:<\/p>\n\n
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<\/p>\nGetting Around<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n<\/strong>Complimentary airport transportation via Disney\u2019s Magical Express service is available for Guests arriving at and departing from Orlando International Airport. Disney’s Magical Express service will no longer provide luggage delivery for those arriving at and departing from the airport.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>New measures are in place to promote the health and well-being of Guests and Cast Members, including:<\/p>\n\n
\nMinnie Van Service will not be available during the initial reopening period.<\/p>\n
\nSelf-parking is available. Valet service is temporarily unavailable, with the exception of Guests with disabilities who may require parking assistance. A valid disability parking permit is required. Parking fees apply for Disney Resort hotel Guests.<\/p>\n
\nDisney Resort hotel Guests receive complimentary parking at the Walt Disney World theme parks. Consider parking at EPCOT, Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios or Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom theme park for another convenient way to access the parks, especially during park opening hours.<\/p>\n![\"Walt](\"https:\/\/www.themagicforless.com\/tmflblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/WDW-Bus-Banner2.png\" "\\"Key")
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Resort Amenities & Recreation<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nSelect dining locations will be available at Disney Resort hotels.\u00a0 You can find an inclusive list here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nPlanning to dine at a table-service restaurant in a Disney Resort hotel? Please be aware of the following:<\/p>\n\n
\nGuests must have valid park admission and a reservation for park entry through the new Disney Park Pass system\u2014as well as a dining reservation\u2014to dine at in-park, table-service restaurants. Dining reservations do not guarantee admission to the park.<\/p>\n
\nSelect dining locations at Disney Springs are currently accepting reservations for all Guests up to 60 days in advance. Check availability and make reservations online now.<\/p>\nResort Amenities & Recreation<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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\nActivities and schedules vary. The schedule of activities for your Disney Resort hotel will be shared during your stay.<\/p>\n
\nThe following amenities and experiences are not available during the initial reopening period:<\/p>\n\n
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Shopping Updates<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nIn merchandise locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort, Guests may continue to discover favorite Disney items, with some modifications to the shopping experience that will help us manage capacity and foster physical distancing.<\/p>\n\n
Virtual Chat With a Resort Cast Member<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Beginning June 22, you will be able to chat with a Resort Cast Member<\/strong> via the My Disney Experience app for assistance during your stay. This new feature will offer convenient support nearly anytime\u2014so there\u2019s no need to visit the Lobby or stand in line.<\/div>\nWhat About My Resort?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Where to Find More Info<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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