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There’s a lot of construction happening at the Disney World hotels right now…like a LOT.
BoardWalk
We’ve got a new DVC building under construction at the Polynesian Village Resort, room refurbishments happening on multiple buildings at the Grand Floridian, and multiple projects underway at Disney’s BoardWalk, including a new restaurant. But one of the smaller projects happening at the BoardWalk might cause some BIG problems.
Nothing wakes us up faster than the knowledge that a Disney World park day is imminent — okay, almost nothing.
BoardWalk
We suppose if a fire alarm went off at our Disney World hotel, we might be up just a little bit quicker! Although it’s rare, we’ve seen it happen before and Disney usually advises guests when a test might be happening, but if you’re not expecting it you might be caught off guard. It looks like that might have been the case recently for guests staying at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn!
So, you’re planning a trip to Disney World, and you know you want to stay at a deluxe resort, but might want something a little outside a more traditional hotel vibe.
But how do you choose between Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn? Well, let’s dive into the deets to see which one is right for you!
UPDATE: The Concierge Lounge has officially reopened at the BoardWalk Inn. Stay tuned for more updates.
MAJOR changes are happening at Disney World hotels!
BoardWalk
Refurbishment work has been announced for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge — Kidani Village, Narcoossee’s will reopen soon at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and even the iconic lobby at the Grand Floridian is getting some updates. At Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, many other changes are underway including changes to the rooms, lobby, and surrounding area. And now we’ve got another update.
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn has been going through a lot of changes lately.
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
The resort lobby recently got a new coffee shop, newly refurbished rooms are underway, and there’s a NEW table service restaurant coming to the BoardWalk later this year! Now, there’s news of even more construction and closures coming to this resort that might affect your experience soon.
It’s an exciting time to be a Disney World fan!
Hey Buzz!
Between hotel refurbishments, restaurant additions, new rides, and more — a lot is on the horizon. With so many changes happening, it can be a lot to keep up with, so let’s check out the latest construction changes from around Disney World.
Deciding on where to stay during your Walt Disney World vacation in Orlando can be quite mind-boggling. We suggest starting with your preferred budget — and even if you are choosing a deluxe hotel, we know that getting the most out of your vacation dollars is still important.
Monorail at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
When it comes time to help out our readers, we often reach out to those of you that have “been there, done that.” We were able to pull together a ranking of the nine deluxe resorts at Walt Disney World by using your input and some great information from our friends over at AllEars.Net.
Just in time to plan your next vacation, we’re sharing the ranking of the Disney World Deluxe Resorts, so you can choose the best Disney World hotel for your family.
UPDATED April 9, 2026
Have you ever stayed at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn?
Disney’s Boardwalk Inn
It’s a very well-located resort that’s close to EPCOT and several other Disney hotels. But did you know that there’s also some great dining here? Well, there is! We’re going to break down all your dining options at BoardWalk Inn so you can make those important “where and what to eat” decisions the next time you’re there.
Did you catch any of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebrations?!
50th Anniversary Cinderella Castle
Just weeks remain of the epic birthday party, which means that now could be the perfect opportunity to plan a trip! And, just in case you haven’t visited the parks in a while, we’ve rounded up the latest construction updates from Disney World so you’re prepared!
If there’s one thing you can always count on in Disney World, it’s that change is inevitable.
EPCOT Festival of the Arts
And if there’s one thing you can count on DFB for, it’s that we’ll bring you the latest updates, changes, and news you need to know about for your Disney World trip. So, let’s take a look at some of the biggest construction updates you missed in Disney World this week!
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