Disney's GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA Information & Questions + Construction Updates

[Club Level Mouseketeer]

Thanks so much for sharing. I had no idea Pandora was coming out with Disney Resort Charms! Wonder if they will make one for the Disney Boardwalk? Wish the Disney store would come out with more resort merchandise to order from home!

 

[kylenne]

New Pandora Charms Inspired by Walt Disney World Deluxe Resort Hotels​

These charms are available exclusively at their respective resort gift shops.


Grand Floridian Resort Pandora Charm – $75

I have never really been into Pandora stuff but man if this isn't tempting me to start!

 

[Club Level Mouseketeer]

I have never really been into Pandora stuff but man if this isn't tempting me to start!

I agree, but these have me taking a second look, too!

 

[mrsap]

Made a couple of reservations this morning and realized they changed the countdown page on the MDE app! It’s the little things!

 

[kylenne]

Made a couple of reservations this morning and realized they changed the countdown page on the MDE app! It’s the little things!

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oh cool! I just checked and I see it on my app too. I'm glad, I was kinda bummed out when they got rid of the individual resort graphics and went to the generic one.

 

[CarolynFH]

Made a couple of reservations this morning and realized they changed the countdown page on the MDE app! It’s the little things!

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Yes, I just checked our BWV reservation and was so excited, I sent a screenshot to our DD who will be with us!

 

[TinkAgainU]

If you have a DVC reservation for the new resort studio, do you check in at the villas building or main desk? This is our first stay in the new building.

If you have the reservation linked to your App you get a notification when room is ready, go direct to room and use App to open the door

 

[CarolynFH]

If you have the reservation linked to your App you get a notification when room is ready, go direct to room and use App to open the door

If you do online checkin!

 

[brunette8706]

Hello Dissers! This may be a silly question but do the regular non DVC rooms look like this? The below picture is the DVC rooms which look beautiful. I checked the official Disney website and they have not updated any photos. Thanks all!

 

[kylenne]

Hello Dissers! This may be a silly question but do the regular non DVC rooms look like this? The below picture is the DVC rooms which look beautiful. I checked the official Disney website and they have not updated any photos. Thanks all!

They look exactly the same.

 

[brunette8706]

They look exactly the same.

Thank you so much for the quick reply. Great to know.

 

[mrsap]

Hi all! If anyone has been recently, or will be going soon, can you please share a picture of the outside porte cochere area/Monorail station area on the front main building where construction work was being done? It was reported scaffolding was down, so I’d love to have a picture to confirm and post to update Page 1. Thanks!

 

[brunette8706]

Hi all! If anyone has been recently, or will be going soon, can you please share a picture of the outside porte cochere area/Monorail station area on the front main building where construction work was being done? It was reported scaffolding was down, so I’d love to have a picture to confirm and post to update Page 1. Thanks!

We are going on Sunday. I’ll take some pictures.

 

[mrsap]

We are going on Sunday. I’ll take some pictures.

Thanks, I appreciate it!! Have fun!

 

[brockash]

Hello Dissers! This may be a silly question but do the regular non DVC rooms look like this? The below picture is the DVC rooms which look beautiful. I checked the official Disney website and they have not updated any photos. Thanks all!

Yes, that's what the regular rooms look like.

 

[mrsap]

*Construction Notes*

Updated 6/20/24
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*M. Mouse Mercantile STILL CLOSED for Refurbishment at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort. Expected to Reopen July 13.

*Work on the Lobby has NOT STARTED to date.

*6/1/24 (estimated) - Construction outside of Porte Cochere/Monorail Platform area has now been completed. Scaffolding has been removed from the area.

*Photo courtesy @Disney Spaz

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*5/20/24 - M. Mouse Mercantile NOW CLOSED for Refurbishment at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort. Expected to Reopen July 13.


*Work has NOT started on the lobby as of today.


*4/29/24 - M. Mouse Mercantile Closing for Refurbishment at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort Starting May 13 to Mid-July


As of 4/17/24, the only visible construction at The Grand was located outside the Main Building. Pictures taken during my trip last week can be viewed below. According to emails sent to guests, as well as blogs, work on the Lobby should begin soon. NO DATES HAVE BEEN GIVEN AS FAR AS START OR COMPLETION DATES. As information becomes available, I will be sure to update this thread (Page 1 included). No information has been given regarding any additional work at this time. I’d appreciate anyone who has trips coming up, if they’d kindly post any new construction indoors or out. I’d love to keep this thread as up to date as possible. Thanks so much!!!

Current Lobby State: REFURBISHMENT HAS NOT STARTED.

EMAILS SENT TO GUESTS

Letter Sent to Guests:

Dear Guest,

In an effort to continually enhance the Guest experience here at the Walt Disney World® Resort, we often refresh our offerings and atmosphere. In preparation for your upcoming stay, we would like to make you aware of renovations that will be taking place during your visit. While we work our magic, you will see or hear construction around Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa – including our lobby – during daytime hours.

Letter sent to International Guests:

"Dear Guest,

Since March 2022, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been undergoing a period of enhancement to continuously improve the magic of this fantastic Resort.

Walt Disney Travel Company International have just been made aware that some aspects of this ongoing period of enhancement will continue to take place during your stay through 2025. This will include some minor work where the lobby will be undergoing some enhancements but will remain fully accessible. We would like to take the opportunity to assure you that these minor enhancements will not deter from the comfort and luxury of your stay at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

We wish to confirm that all amenities, including dining, shopping, spa, and recreation including all pools and water play areas will be open for your enjoyment. We’d like to remind you about just some of the many incredible experiences at this Resort."

 

[Peaseblossom36]

I just received an email that there will be construction during my February 2025 stay. It doesn’t say -where- it will be which is really frustrating, I thought I would be safe so far out and it’s a resort only stay. The pool isn’t due for any work is it?

 

[mrsap]

I just received an email that there will be construction during my February 2025 stay. It doesn’t say -where- it will be which is really frustrating, I thought I would be safe so far out and it’s a resort only stay. The pool isn’t due for any work is it?

Pools have not been mentioned, however, @WishesQueen did mention she heard the lobby work was being postponed until next year. I guess time will tell, but I wish Disney would do it first.

I also just received an email for an upcoming stay at The Grand:

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​ Welcome home!​ ​ In an effort to continually enhance the Guest experience here at the Walt Disney World® Resort, we often refresh our offerings and atmosphere. In preparation for your upcoming stay, we would like to make you aware of renovations that will be taking place during your visit. While we work our magic, you will see or hear construction around Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa – including our lobby – during daytime hours. Please refer to the DisneyWorld.com for the most up-to-date hours, amenities and information on what will be available to you such as dining, merchandise and recreation locations. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding. Please know that we are making every effort to ensure your comfort and enjoyment.​

It appears to be the same letter posted above, that we received months ago.

 

[brunette8706]

Yes, that's what the regular rooms look like.

Thank you!

 

[Maxie86]

I just received an email that there will be construction during my February 2025 stay. It doesn’t say -where- it will be which is really frustrating, I thought I would be safe so far out and it’s a resort only stay. The pool isn’t due for any work is it?

I also got that email for my February stay. It must be the lobby everything else should be done by then.