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Disney announces new lobby at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort

Juliana OctaviniBy Juliana Octavini
Published 4/11/2025Updated 7/10/2025
Disney announces new lobby at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort

Enter the Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & lobby Spa has always been a special experience. Now you'll be even more charming.

Disney has announced that the main lobby of the resort will be reformed. The works start in April and mark the last stage of the complete revitalization of the hotel. In recent years, the resort has received modern rooms, new dining experiences, as well as improvements in infrastructure.

Conceptual art of the Disney's Grand Floridian Resort's new main lobby at Walt Disney World
Conceptual art of what the new lobby will look like (Image: Disclosure/Disney)

Disney's Grand Floridian: Tradition with a modern touch

Since 1988, the Grand Floridian is a symbol of Victorian elegance. It combines the luxury of the golden age of seaside resorts with the famous Disney service.

According to Disney Imagineers, the transformation will respect the history of the site. Thus, the new proposal will bring a palette of lighter and more airy colors. It will also include botanical details and floral ornamentations inspired by the late 19th century. The goal is therefore to balance the grandeur of the past with a more current and welcoming style.

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort, symbol of Victorian elegance in the heart of Walt Disney World

A new bar in the heart of the lobby

One of the highlights of the renovation will be the new bar. It will be built in the center of the lobby and will have as inspiration the iconic decorative cage already present at the site. In addition, the new space will pay tribute to the Victorian roots of the resort.

The bar will feature not only artistic stained glass, but also brass finishes, carved wood and murals with colorful birds. All of this will create a sophisticated and engaging environment. It will be the ideal place to relax to the sound of the piano and under the glittering chandeliers of the atrium.

Changes with preserved essence

Even with so much news, the Grand Floridian will retain its essence. The classic staircase, marble floors, cage style elevator and floral aroma will continue on site. However, you will gain new details that reinforce the visual and sensory identity of the resort.

Disney's Grand Floridian: Step reform and without closing

The lobby will be reformed in stages. So the resort will continue to function normally. The forecast is that the works will last until the end of 2025. In the end, the Grand Floridian must be further consolidated as one of the most luxurious hotels at Walt Disney World Resort.

For more information, visit the Disney's Grand Floridian Resort official website & Spa


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