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.

Construction is underway at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa! The famous Disney resort’s lobby is getting a bit of a facelift with the addition of a brand-new bar as well as a refresh of the entire space. Disney announced the changes on April 10th, 2025, and now, they’re already working on the changes.

Construction walls are up!

The lobby’s famous bird cage is being removed for the addition of the new bar. The cage is still there at the time of writing, although it’s been walled off.

The view from above.

The new bar is inspired by the iconic bird cage, with Disney saying, “The bar will pay tribute to the resort’s Victorian roots with intricate woodwork, stained glass, and brass accents.”

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The refresh of the resort will include the lobby, staircase, and front desk. The lobby’s changes will include brand-new carpeting with Victorian-inspired borders and scrollwork, “featuring hand-drawn florals inspired by turn-of-the-century botanical studies.” The furniture will also be updated.

Another point of view!

The refresh will be inspired by a “garden-like atmosphere” with the use of botanical accents and inviting colors. We love the atmosphere of this resort and are eager to see how the changes impact one of our favorite places. The construction within the resort began this month and won’t be complete until November 2025. 

The lobby before construction!

Unfortunately, the new changes also mean that the famous Grand Floridian Gingerbread House won’t be making an appearance for the 2025 holiday festivities. The Gingerbread House is one of the most popular holiday offerings having celebrated its 25th anniversary last year.

2024 Grand Floridian Gingerbread House

The iconic Christmas tradition will be sorely missed this year, but we’re keeping our fingers crossed it will be back in 2026! If you’re looking head to Disney World soon and want to be in the know without all of the stress, consider getting a travel agent.

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Learn even more about the new lobby here! 

Are you excited about the changes? Tell us in the comments!